Brought to life by a groundbreaking all-female creative team, this irresistible new hit features original music and lyrics by 6-time Grammy nominee Sara Bareilles ("Brave," "Love Song"), a book by acclaimed screenwriter Jessie Nelson (I Am Sam) and direction by Tony Award winner Diane Paulus (Pippin, Finding Neverland). "It's an empowering musical of the highest order!" raves the Chicago Tribune.
Inspired by Adrienne Shelly's beloved film, WAITRESS tells the story of Jenna. A waitress and expert pie maker, Jenna dreams of a way out of her small town and loveless marriage. A baking contest in a nearby county and the town's new doctor may offer her a chance at a fresh start, while her fellow waitresses offer their own recipes for happiness. But Jenna must summon the strength and courage to rebuild her own life.
"WAITRESS is a little slice of heaven!" says Entertainment Weekly and "a monumental contribution to Broadway!" according to Marie Claire. Don't miss this uplifting musical celebrating friendship, motherhood, and the magic of a well-made pie.
Year | Category | |
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2016 | Best Musical |
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JUBA! Masters of Tap and Percussive Dance – Rhythm World Concert 1
DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center (7/14 - 7/14) | |
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Little Bear Ridge Road
Steppenwolf Theatre Company (6/13 - 7/21) | |
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Coronation
Refracted Theatre Co. (10/11 - 11/16) | |
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Romeo and Juliet
Oak Park Festival Theatre (7/5 - 8/17) | |
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Music & Magic
Chicago Magic Lounge (4/9 - 7/29) | |
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Romeo and Juliet
Lincoln Park (7/12 - 7/14) | |
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It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play
The Center for Performing Arts (12/6 - 12/8) | |
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Sweeney Todd In Concert
The Center for Performing Arts (10/19 - 10/19) | |
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PORCHLIGHT’s FREE CONCERT SERIES: BROADWAY IN YOUR BACKYARD, JUNE 6 - AUGUST 6
Porchlight Music Theatre (6/6 - 8/6) | |
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