Hairspray (2007)
John Travolta, Nikki Blonsky, and Zac Efron star in this high-energy, feel-good musical about dancing, self-expression, and breaking barriers in 1960s Baltimore.
Pleasantly plump teenager Tracy Turnblad teaches 1962 Baltimore a thing or two about integration after landing a spot on a local TV dance show.
Directed by Adam Shankman
Written by Leslie Dixon (screenplay), based on the 2002 stage musical by Marc Shaiman (music/lyrics), Scott Wittman (lyrics), Mark O’Donnell and Thomas Meehan (book)
Starring John Travolta, Michelle Pfeiffer, Christopher Walken, Amanda Bynes, Zac Efron and Nikki Blonsky
Runtime: 116 minutes
Rated PG
Movie Musicals in the Annex
In 2026, Arts Center Lake Placid celebrates the Movie Musical on the Annex screen! From timeless classics to modern favorites, from stage-to-screen and back again, we’re showcasing the very best of the genre. Broadway goes to Hollywood!
