“Phenomenal! One of the best musicals I’ve seen in the last ten years.” 🎈
Audiences can’t stop raving about 42 Balloons (and they can’t get stop singing the songs either 🎶)! This limited run plays through June 29 ONLY, so don’t miss your chance to catch the next big thing while it’s here! 🎟️ #linkinbio
Thrilled to share the first-look production montage for 42 BALLOONS. Now playing at Chicago Shakespeare in a limited run, through June 29 only! 🎈☁️
Inspired by an unbelievable true story, 42 BALLOONS is a soaringly original musical from the award-winning producers of SIX. On July 2, 1982, truck driver Larry Walters defied the odds (and FAA airspace regulations) to achieve his lifelong dream of flying. In a lawn chair attached to 42 weather balloons, Larry—supported by his girlfriend and a community of unlikely heroes—ascended 16,000 feet into the blue sky above LA, and from the moment he landed, their lives would never be the same. Featuring an irresistible ’80s pop-inspired score, 42 BALLOONS is a funny, moving, and thrillingly staged new musical that asks: How far would you go for your dream… and how far would you be willing to fly?
42 BALLOONS
by Jack Godfrey
directed by Ellie Coote
Now playing through June 29 in The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare 🎟️ #linkinbio
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Today is the 43rd anniversary of Larry Walters’ flight and the perfect opportunity to express gratitude to our incredible Chicago audiences! Thanks for your support of this show—and a special shoutout to those who came back multiple times to bring friends 🎈
We are also thrilled to announce the winner of our fan giveaway, @schiapparentlybecameasnyder ! 💜
So here’s to people with dreams ✨
How far would you go for your dream? 🎈✨
Happy closing to the extraordinary cast, crew and creative team of @42balloons in Chicago. We will miss soaring with these amazing artists every night!
📸: @kyleflubacker
Who wore it better: MATH MONTAGE edition ➗✖️➕➖
The math still checks out for you to catch @42balloons in Chicago—but only for 4️⃣ more days! 🎈☁️
🎟️ #linkinbio
42 BALLOONS cast spotlight ✨
Our very own Lawn Chair Larry, Charlie McCullagh, takes audiences on this journey with such empathy, heart, and talent. He’s been with the show since its UK premiere, and we feel fortunate to have him here in Chicago for the North American premiere. You only have one more week to experience this incredible performance, so don’t miss your chance!
📸 @kyleflubacker
42 BALLOONS cast spotlight ✨
After four weeks of performances in Chicago, we too can attest that you will never get tired of hearing Evelyn Hoskins sing! She’s reprising the role of Carol after playing the role in last year’s UK production, bringing so much ferocity and joy along with her. Her performance is simply unmissable, so don’t delay!
📸 @kyleflubacker
