Bright lights and show tunes are taking over downtown this Monday evening, as Broadway In Chicago lights up Millennium Park with a spectacular free concert. Musical aficionados and casual fans alike are in for a treat with 16 musicals heading to Chicago stages being showcased at Jay Pritzker Pavilion, starting at 6:15 p.m. sharp. A night under the stars and skyscrapers, offering a sampling of Broadway's best—gratis—is hard to beat.
From the sounds of a flux capacitor-powered DeLorean to a musical journey narrating the life of a boxing legend, the lineup is set to dazzle. "Back to the Future: The Musical" is revving up for a run at the Cadillac Palace Theatre starting the next day, reported ABC7 Chicago. Adding to the heat, Tony winner "Some Like It Hot" is making its debut in October and November brings the ebullient sounds of "The Neil Diamond Musical: A Beautiful Noise."
Audiences will also get a sneak peek at "Ali," celebrating an icon in the ring, Muhammad Ali, accentuated with the vocal talents of the Apostolic Church of God Praise Team, as per an announcement by Broadway In Chicago. The concert also covers ground from the star-crossed lover, Juliet, navigating life post-Romeo, to the mirth of "Kimberly Akimbo."
Music and performance lovers will also witness selections from a bevy of shows, including international sensations like "Moulin Rouge! The Musical" and "Hadestown," alongside returning favorites such as "Les Misérables" and "Mean Girls." "Tina: The Tina Turner Musical," and "Ain't Too Proud - The Life & Times Of The Temptations" continue the hit parade, along with a nod to the 30th Anniversary Production of "Disney’s Beauty and the Beast."
For those looking to plan their evening or learn more about the upcoming productions, further details are available from the theater company's official announcement.
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