BROADWAY PHENOMENON DEAR EVAN HANSEN SOON ON STAGE AT MONTECASINO

EMPOWERING MUSICAL SPEAKS TO ANYONE WHO’S EVER FELT THEY WERE ‘OUTSIDE, ALWAYS LOOKING IN.’

Presented by Showtime Management and How Now Brown Cow Productions the Tony Award-Winning, Best Musical DEAR EVAN HANSEN opens at Montecasino’s Teatro, Johannesburg from 15 March for a limited season. 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. This discount is extended to students and pensioners for Sunday 6pm performances. Patrons are reminded of the 3pm matinee show on the upcoming Human Rights Day public holiday on 21 March. 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! “Beautifully staged and performed. This awesome production – all South African in every way.” says The Cape Robyn while Brenda from Child Magazine hailed the show as being “… spectacular, fantastic, wonderful and exceeded my expectations.” Your Access Entertainment best sums up their Dear Evan Hansen experience by saying: “What made this production truly exceptional was its ability to connect. It didn’t just tell a story; it made you feel it.” “I think the piece should be seen by one and all, especially those who live on social media,” says Maryke Roberts on Litnet.

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,” 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. Expect the unexpected! We believe Johannesburg audiences will connect with the characters and identifying with this moving, powerful story.”

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 ENDS

SHOW INFORMATION

JOHANNESBURG:

Venue: Montecasino’s Teatro

Opening date: From 15 March to 06 April 2025

Age: Parental guidance advised, strong adult themes and language. Recommended for children 12 years and over. No children under 4 years permitted.

Performances:

Weekdays: Tuesdays, Wednesday, 12 Feb and Thursdays, Fridays 8pm

Wednesdays: 26 March, 02 April, 4pm

Weekends: Saturdays 3pm, 8pm; Sundays 2pm, 6pm.

Sunday, 16 March, 5pm

Public holiday: Friday, 21 March, 3pm

Ticket prices (including VAT):

Midweek (Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Sundays 6pm): R200, R280, R380, R450

Weekend (Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays 2pm): R250, R350, R450, R500

Terrific Tuesdays Only valid for Tuesday performances:

R150, R200, R300, R400

Not valid with any other discount offer.

Bookings: showtime.co.za, hownowbrowncow.co.za, ticketmaster.co.za

Group Bookings

20% Discount on groups of 20 and more

Tuesdays, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday performances only valid for the top two prices. Contact Jill Somers, office hours only, 9am to 5pm, on 079 218 1658, or go to showtime.co.za

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