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Drury Lane Theatre presents ON YOUR FEET! The Story of Emelio & Gloria Estefan

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Sun, 02/08/2026 - 4:40pm by laughingcat

Drury Lane Theatre concludes its wildly successful 2025/26 season with the exhilarating music of Miami Sound Machine in On Your Feet: The Story of Emelio and Gloria Estefan. Featuring a book by Alexander Dinelaris and music produced and recorded by the Estefans and Miami Sound Machine, this celebration of Gloria Estefan’s greatest hits will have audiences dancing in the aisles. On Your Feet is directed and choreographed by Luis Salgado, with music direction by Christopher Sargent and runs January 28 – March 22, 2026 at Drury Lane Theatre, 100 Drury Lane in Oakbrook Terrace. The press opening is scheduled for Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 7pm.

The cast of On Your Feet includes Gaby Albo (Gloria Estefan), Samuel Garnica (Emilio Estefan), Claudia Quesada (Gloria Fajardo), Ana Maria Alvarez (Consuelo), Charlotte Arias (Little Gloria), Talia Josephson (Little Gloria), Angel Hikari Salgado (Nayib/Young Emilio), and the ensemble: Diana Marilyn Alvarez, Cristina Benninghoff, Ivan James, Henry Cartaya, Lillian Castillo, Bryanna Ciera Colon, John Michael Coppola, Samantha Guerrero, Estefania Mena, Thomas Ortiz, Esteban Ortiz-Villacorta, Christopher Llewyn Ramirez, Xander Ramirez, Ralphie Rivera de Jesus, Jocelyn Samano, Martin Ortiz Tapia, Johanthan Uriostegui, and Stephanie Viruet.

The creative team for On Your Feet includes Luis Salgado (Director/Choreographer), Christopher Sargent (Music Director), Clifton Chadick (Scenic Designer), Christopher Vergara (Costume Designer), Ryan O’Gara (Lighting Designer), Sarah Ramos (Sound Designer), Daniel Gutierrez (Music Consultant), Mike Tutaj (Projection Designer), Cassy Schillo (Properties Designer), Bobbie Zlotnik (Wig & Hair Designer), Claudia Mulet (Associate Director), Ralphie Rivera De Jesus (Associate Choreographer), Isaac Jo (Assistant Sound Designer), Rita Vreeland (Production Stage Manager) and Casie Morell (Assistant Stage Manager).

On Your Feet will be presented at Drury Lane Theatre, 100 Drury Lane in Oakbrook Terrace, January 28 – March 22, 2026. Single tickets are priced $75-$130 and  are available by phone at (630) 530-0111 or online at www.drurylanetheatre.com. Groups of 10 or more can receive special group pricing. 

Fact Sheet / On Your Feet

Title:   On Your Feet: The Story of Emelio and Gloria Estefan

Music by:  Emelio and Gloria Estefan and Miami Sound Machine

Book by:   Alexander Dinelaris

Directed by:  Luis Salgado

Cast:  The cast of On Your Feet includes Gaby Albo (Gloria Estefan), Samuel Garnica (Emilio Estefan), Claudia Quesada (Gloria Fajardo), Ana Maria Alvarez (Consuelo), Charlotte Arias (Little Gloria), Talia Josephson (Little Gloria), Angel Hikari Salgado (Nayib/Young Emilio), and the ensemble: Diana Marilyn Alvarez, Cristina Benninghoff, Ivan James, Henry Cartaya, Lillian Castillo, Bryanna Ciera Colon, John Michael Coppola, Samantha Guerrero, Estefania Mena, Thomas Ortiz, Esteban Ortiz-Villacorta, Christopher Llewyn Ramirez, Xander Ramirez, Ralphie Rivera de Jesus, Jocelyn Samano, Martin Ortiz Tapia, Johanthan Uriostegui, and Stephanie Viruet.

 

Creatives:  The creative team for On Your Feet includes Luis Salgado (Director/Choreographer), Christopher Sargent (Music Director), Clifton Chadick (Scenic Designer), Christopher Vergara (Costume Designer), Ryan O’Gara (Lighting Designer), Sarah Ramos (Sound Designer), Daniel Gutierrez (Music Consultant), Mike Tutaj (Projection Designer), Cassy Schillo (Properties Designer), Bobbie Zlotnik (Wig & Hair Designer), Claudia Mulet (Associate Director), Ralphie Rivera De Jesus (Associate Choreographer), Isaac Jo (Assistant Sound Designer), Rita Vreeland (Production Stage Manager) and Casie Morell (Assistant Stage Manager).

Dates: January 28 – March 22, 2026

Press Opening:  Thursday, February 5 at 7pm

Schedule:  Wednesdays: 1:30 p.m.

                   Thursdays: 1:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.

                    Fridays: 7:00 p.m.

                    Saturdays: 3:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.

                    Sundays: 2:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.                                 

Location:  Drury Lane Theatre at 100 Drury Lane in Oakbrook Terrace

Tickets:  Tickets range from $75 - $130

Group discounts available to groups of 10 or more

Dining and show packages available

Senior discounts available

Box Office:  100 Drury Lane in Oakbrook Terrace

                     (630) 530-0111

                     Monday through Sunday from 10am to 5pm

                     or visit DruryLaneTheatre.com

Season and Membership Information

The remainder of the 2025/2026 season also includes the divine feel-good musical comedy Sister Act (November 12, 2025 - January 11, 2026). The 2026/2027 season includes the wedding of the season in Father of the Bride (April 8 – May 31, 2026); holy hilarity with the Little Sisters of Hoboken in Nunsense (June 10 – August 2, 2026); the toe-tapping tribute to a rock’n’roll pioneer Buddy – The Buddy Holly Story (August 19 - October 11, 2026); the heartwarming family classic Annie (November 4, 2026 – January 10, 2027); and the musical office rebellion in heels 9 to 5 (January 27 - March 21, 2027). 

Drury Lane Theatre’s performance schedule for the 2025/2026 season is as follows: Wednesdays at 1:30 p.m., Thursdays at 1:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m., Fridays at 7:00 p.m., Saturdays at 3:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m., and Sundays at 2:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.

Lock in your seats for a season of spectacular theatre with Drury Lane’s new Membership Program! Members have exclusive access to uniquely tailored benefits designed to enrich their Drury Lane experience, all at a cost savings of more than 50% off single ticket prices. Membership includes Tier One seating for all four Drury Lane Theatre productions, free ticket exchanges, dedicated dining credits at Lucille Restaurant, exclusive event invitations, Member pre-sales and unlimited single ticket discounts. Membership prices range from $204 - $228. For more information, Call Memberships at 630-570-7280 or email membership@drurylane.com. 

Group tickets start at $45 and Student group tickets start at just $35. On-site dining is available at Lucille Restaurant with convenient pre-show or post-show prix fixe menus. To book a group of 10 people or more, call Group Services at 630-570-7272 or email Groups@DruryLane.com.

Gift certificates to Drury Lane can be purchased in any denomination, never expire, and can be used for performances, at Lucille Restaurant or for Drury Lane Events. Gift certificates can be purchased online at drurylanetheatre.com/gift-certificates or by calling the box office.

Dining and Special Events

Excellence isn’t limited to the stage at Drury Lane! Before or after the show, theatergoers can indulge in delicious onsite dining at Lucille Restaurant featuring seasonal pre-fixe menus and an elevated atmosphere to complete their experience. Boasting over a century of collective expertise in hospitality, the dedicated team ensures that you will be cared for with freshly prepared meals, handcrafted cocktails, and exceptional service. At Drury Lane, everything is in one place, so you will never be late for your performance.

About Drury Lane Theatre    

Built from scratch. Built in Oakbrook. Built for you. 

Founded by Anthony DeSantis over 70 years ago, Drury Lane remains a family-run organization under the leadership of President Kyle DeSantis. Drury Lane Theatre continues as a major force in the Chicagoland theatre scene, producing world-class theatre in collaboration with some of the nation’s leading actors, directors, and creative minds. Drury Lane Theatre produces the highest quality theatrical experience that immerses and supports artists and audiences in the exploration of what it means to be human and to experience the transcending power of the performing and visual arts. Drury Lane strives to create an environment in which every individual or group is welcomed, respected, supported, valued and able to fully experience and participate in this transformative art form. 

The theatre has staged more than 2,000 productions and has been nominated for over 360 Joseph Jefferson Awards. Drury Lane proudly employs thousands of professional actors, musicians, designers, and crew members to entertain upwards of nine million audience members and counting.

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