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SPECIAL FAN MEET AND GREET OPPORTUNITIES AFTER SPECIFIC SHOWS
Presented by Showtime Management and How Now Brown Cow Productions, the Tony Award-Winning, Best Musical DEAR EVAN HANSEN is now on at Montecasino’s Teatro, Johannesburg for a limited season ending on 6 April. Tickets are on sale at Ticketmaster.co.za
This brand-new, reimagined production of Dear Evan Hansen combines talent and innovative technology, with its incredible multi-media set design and a live, eight-piece band supporting the all- South African cast at each performance.
There are two special early Wednesday matinee performances at 4pm on March 26 and April 2. These early shows are ideal for students and pensioners especially with a 25% ticket discount offer on Wednesday performances. For fans and theatregoers wishing to meet the cast of Dear Evan Hansen, they will be in the Teatro foyer after both the 4pm performances on March 26 and April 2. Don’t miss this opportunity to meet these incredibly talented performers.
The 25% discount ticket offer is also extended to students and pensioners for Sunday 6pm performances. Terrific Tuesday discounts available for weekly 8pm performances. T’s and C’s apply.
Dear Evan Hansen recently played at Cape Town’s Artscape to critical acclaim and standing ovations at every show! From the time the first curtain went up at Montecasino on 15 March, Johannesburg audiences are raving, on their feet at every performance followed by words of praise and accolades on social media platforms.
“But more than anything, there’s the glorious music and the explosive performances by an exciting ensemble who push the energy with joyful enthusiasm. You simply have to let go and engage.” says legendary theatre critic Diane de Beer of debeernecessities.co.za. “What a privilege to have a modern production of this calibre on South African stages!” says Sam Nupen of Sam Says on Facebook. Fashion designer Gert-Johan Coetzee posted on Facebook: “A beautifully crafted story of self-discovery, friendship, and the struggles of growing up.” Actress and TV personality, Nadia Beukes posted on Facebook: “…. I saw the show in London a few years ago but …. the South African production has raised the bar of this already highly acclaimed musical.” Anna Sanfilippo’s Facebook post pays homage to the talented performers: “The voices – oh those voices – the depth of the emotions and the scale of the acting was superb.”
The musical is celebrated for its emotional depth, cultivated in beloved, memorable songs like “Waving Through a Window” and “You Will Be Found”. A deeply personal and profoundly contemporary take on life and the way we live it, the show resonates with audiences of all ages, especially teens and young adults.
Dear Evan Hansen is a powerful ‘drama musical’, with a score created by Grammy, Tony and Academy Award winners Benj Pasek and Justin Paul (La La Land, The Greatest Showman) a book by Tony Award-winner Steven Levenson (Fosse/Verdon). The show is winner of six Tony Awards (including Best Musical), the Grammy Award for Best Musical Theatre Album, and an Olivier Award for Best Musical.
Evan Hansen is a relatable, socially awkward high school student navigating anxiety and the universal desire to connect. What begins as a misunderstanding becomes an incredible journey of self-discovery, connection, and the power of community. As Evan’s story unfolds, he learns valuable lessons about authenticity, courage, and the beauty of being true to oneself. Dear Evan Hansen has touched audiences worldwide with its unforgettable music and its hopeful message: even in the most challenging moments, we are never truly alone.
The all-South African creative team, cast, crew and live 8-piece band combines the finest local talent both on and off stage. Fleur du Cap Theatre Award winner Stuart Brown (We Will Rock You, MAMMA MIA!) joins the likes of Ben Platt and Sam Tutty in playing Evan Hansen. In other lead roles, established musical theatre stars include Lucy Tops (The Rocky Horror Show, Kinky Boots) as Heidi Hansen; Sharon Spiegel Wagner (Hairspray, Grease) as Cynthia Murphy; and Charlie Bouguenon (Jersey Boys, Sweeney Todd) as Larry Murphy.Justin Swartz (West Side Story, Janice Honeyman’s Jack And The Beanstalk, The Afterlife Of The Party) features as Jared Kleinman alongside Ntshikeng Matooane (MAMMA MIA!) as Alana Beck. Singer-songwriter Keely Crocker makes her professional debut as Zoe Murphy and Michael Stray (Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story, Dead At The Box Office, Abraham Lincoln) stars as Connor Murphy.
“It’s been a wonderful journey to bring this non-replica version of this incredible show to South Africa and we’re delighted by the overwhelming response in Cape Town and the continuing support and praise at every performance since the start of the Johannesburg season,” says Hazel Feldman from Showtime Management. “The audience reaction to our brilliant cast and all the elements, from the design and lighting to the sound and costumes, underlines the world-class show we are presenting.”
Julie-Anne McDowell and Daniel Galloway of How Now Brown Cow Productions agree: “The show combines talent and technology in this uniquely local production. Johannesburg audiences are resonating with the characters and identifying with this moving, powerful story. We are encouraged by the number of school groups and young adults who are connecting with this drama musical.”
The musical’s creative team includes Greg Karvellas (Director); Charl-Johan Lingenfelder (Musical Supervisor); Niall Griffin (Set, Lighting & Costume Designer); Kurt Haupt (Musical Director); David Classen (Sound Designer); Louisa Talbot (Choreographer) and Alistair Kilbee (Technical Director).
Book now at www.showtime.co.za, www.hownowbrowncow.co.za, www.ticketmaster.co.za. Owing to strong adult themes and language, this production is not recommended for children under 12 years (no children under 4 permitted). Parental guidance is advised.
A 20% block booking discount is offered on groups of 20 and more on selected shows for specific price categories. The student group discount offer of R200 per ticket for selected performances is available for groups of 20+ students plus a complimentary ticket for the accompany teacher. For group bookings contact sales@showtime.co.za