Dear theater fans, this is gonna be a good day, and here’s why: The UK touring production of the critically acclaimed Olivier, Tony, and Grammy award-winning musical, Dear Evan Hansen, is coming to Manila this September!
On Friday, March 28, GMG Productions officially unveiled the UK touring production of the musical that shook Broadway and the West End is making its way to the Philippines. In its social media announcement, GMG Productions said the musical will be premiering at The Theatre at Solaire this September.
However, exact dates and ticketing details have yet to be announced.
This marks the first time that Filipino audiences will get to immerse themselves in the celebrated musical. "Dear Evan Hansen" has been celebrated worldwide, earning numerous recognitions, such as a Tony and Olivier Award for Best Musical, and a Grammy for Best Musical Theatre Album.
For those unfamiliar with the musical, Dear Evan Hansen tells the personal tale of Evan Hansen, a high school senior with social anxiety, and battles with the feeling of being invisible. The American coming-of-age musical grapples with Evan’s yearning to make a connection and his confrontation with truth and choices.
“Dear Evan Hansen” was written by Steven Levenson, with music and lyrics by EGOT awardees Benj Pasek and Justin Paul.
The musical was eventually adapted into a young adult novel in 2018, while a musical film starring Ben Platt was released in 2021.
The ticket selling for the musical's premiere will be on April 15 via the TicketWorld website and outlets nationwide.
