Video: First Look at Chicago Premiere Of WAISTWATCHERS THE MUSICAL

The production that has had audience members "burning off pounds just laughing," according to the Los Angeles Times, WaistWatchers The Musical! makes its Chicago Premiere at the Royal George Theatre, 1641 N. Halsted St

Produced by Dana Matthow and featuring the queen of disco Martha Wash, known for singing the powerful anthem 'It's Raining Men,' and "Everybody Dance Now," the musical takes a lighthearted and hilarious look at women dealing with their relationship to food, friendship and fitness, while celebrating the transformative power of female friendship on the journey to self-acceptance. Capturing audiences of all ages from start to finish, the Chicago production begins September 13 for an open run with a press opening September 21, 2018.

"After touring the country, women have described WaistWatchers The Musical! as an empowering vehicle - one that defines happiness as confidence, laughter and love," said Producer Dana Matthow. "WaistWatchers The Musical! encourages women to reject the social pressures of achieving the mirage of so-called perfection and to simply embrace themselves for who they are."

Boasting successful tours across the country since 2013 with major runs at El Portal Theatre in North Hollywood, CA, the Regent Theatre in Arlington, MA, the Herberger Theatre in Phoenix, AZ and many more, WaistWatchers The Musical! is full of high power energy. The production is 90 minutes of non-stop exercise, song and dance, featuring four women and their exuberant younger trainer as they all tackle universal issues of dieting, exercise, plastic surgery, sex and self-love.

The show's Choreographer Dani Tucci-Juraga describes it best - "WaistWatchers The Musical is about strong, sensitive, passionate and evolving women who function best with good friends and humor by their side. As choreographer, getting to work with the cast is much like the plot. We are there to support each other and above all, laugh."

In addition to Martha Wash starring as Connie (from September 13 through October 28), the Chicago production features Sarah Godwin (Cindy), Seandrea E. Earls (Cheryl), and Katherine S. Barnes (MC). The creative team includes Matthew E. Silva (Director), Alan Jacobson (Creator, Book and Lyrics), Vince Di Mura (Music) and Dani Tucci-Jurraga (Choreography).

WaistWatchers The Musical! performances are as follows: Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m., Thursdays at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., Fridays at 8 p.m., Saturdays at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets are on sale starting at $45. Groups should call 312.423.6612 for special offers. For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit www.waistwatchersthemusical.com or call the Royal George Theatre Box Office at 312.988.9000.

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