Broadway In Chicago is thrilled to announce all sixteen shows performing at its free summer concert in Millennium Park on August 12, 2024. The FREE BROADWAY IN CHICAGO SUMMER CONCERT, sponsored and hosted by ABC 7 Chicago, will take place at 6:15 pm at the Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park (201 E Randolph St). The Broadway In Chicago Summer Concert is presented with the City of Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE).
Hot from Broadway shows participating include BACK TO THE FUTURE: THE MUSICAL (which will start performances the following day at the Cadillac Palace Theatre), SOME LIKE IT HOT, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL, & JULIET, SHUCKED, and KIMBERLY AKIMBO. Theatre fans will be delighted by a number from the World Premiere musical, ALI, which celebrates the life of Muhammad Ali. The Apostolic Church of God Praise Team, consisting of 26 singers, is excited to accompany ALI for this performance. There will also be selections from the newly announced TITANIQUE, TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL, COME FROM AWAY, MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL, and HADESTOWN. In addition, there will be exciting performances from returning favorites: LES MISÉRABLES, MEAN GIRLS, AIN’T TOO PROUD - THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS, and a performance from the 30th Anniversary Production of DISNEY’S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST.
Production photos and B-Roll of participating shows here.
The Broadway In Chicago Summer Concert is presented in collaboration with the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events. Every summer in Millennium Park, the City of Chicago proudly presents symphonic music, dance, opera, Broadway hits and more—performed by some of Chicago’s best-loved cultural institutions. For the latest news and events, visit millenniumpark.org and follow Millennium Park on Facebook (@MillenniumParkChicago), X (Twitter), and Instagram (Millennium_Park).
For more information on the Summer Concert and Broadway In Chicago, visit www.BroadwayInChicago.com.
ABOUT MILLENNIUM PARK
Celebrating its milestone 20th anniversary season, Millennium Park delivers a world-class collection of architecture, landscape design and art that provides the backdrop for hundreds of free cultural programs including concerts, exhibitions, interactive art and family activities. In Millennium Park, you’ll find a spectacular gathering spot located in the heart of the city, a destination for all Chicagoans and visitors alike. In addition to the more than 80 free events to be presented throughout the summer, a special four-day 20th Anniversary Celebration will take place July 18-21 across the Park featuring award-winning headliners, activities for families and youth, workouts, new public art, dance performances, concerts, and fireworks — presented by DCASE with the Grant Park Music Festival, Millennium Park Foundation, and others.
Millennium Park is the #1 attraction in the Midwest and among the top 10 most-visited sites in the U.S. Millennium Park is located on Michigan Avenue, bordered by Randolph St. to the north, Columbus Dr. to the east and Monroe St. to the south. The Park is open daily from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Plan your visit at MillenniumPark.org; follow on Facebook (@MillenniumParkChicago), X (Twitter) and Instagram (@Millennium_Park); and join the conversation on social media using #MillenniumPark.
ABOUT CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF CULTURAL AFFAIRS AND SPECIAL EVENTS
The City of Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) supports artists and cultural organizations, invests in the creative economy, and expands access and participation in the arts throughout Chicago’s 77 neighborhoods. As a collaborative cultural presenter, arts funder, and advocate for creative workers, our programs and events serve Chicagoans and visitors of all ages and backgrounds, downtown and in diverse communities across our city—to strengthen and celebrate Chicago. DCASE produces some of the city’s most iconic festivals, markets, events, and exhibitions at the Chicago Cultural Center, Millennium Park, and in communities across the city—serving a local and global audience of 25 million people. The Department offers cultural grants and resources, manages public art, supports TV and film production and other creative industries, and permits special events throughout Chicago. For details, visit Chicago.gov/DCASE.
ABOUT BROADWAY IN CHICAGO
Broadway In Chicago was created in July 2000 and over the past 24 years has grown to be one of the largest commercial touring homes in the country. A Nederlander Presentation, Broadway In Chicago lights up the Chicago Theater District entertaining up to 1.7 million people annually in five theatres. Broadway In Chicago presents a full range of entertainment, including musicals and plays, on the stages of five of the finest theatres in Chicago’s Loop including the Cadillac Palace Theatre, CIBC Theatre, James M. Nederlander Theatre, and just off the Magnificent Mile, the Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place and presenting Broadway shows at the Auditorium Theatre.
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