ILLINOISE |
St. James Theatre
Opened on Broadway: April 24, 2024 Performances: 85 (as of 7/14/24) Closing: August 10, 2024 Director & Choreographer: Justin Peck Book: Justin Peck & Jackie Sibblies Drury Music & Lyrics: Sufjan Stevens Runtime: 90min. (no Intermission) Opening Night/Current Cast: Tesenia Ayala Kara Chan Ben Cook Jeanette Delgado Gaby Diaz Christine Flores Jada German Ricky Ubeda |
Synopsis:
A company of performers brings the original story of Illinoise to life, set to the entirety of Sufjan Stevens’ 2005 album Illinois. The musical features new arrangements by composer, pianist, and frequent Stevens collaborator Timo Andres, ranging in style from DIY folk and indie rock to marching band and ambient electronics, performed live by an 11-member band and three vocalists. Illinoise is a “mysterious, deeply moving and unforgettable dance-musical hybrid that explores the hot zone between childhood and adulthood when emotions can be at their most overwhelming.
A company of performers brings the original story of Illinoise to life, set to the entirety of Sufjan Stevens’ 2005 album Illinois. The musical features new arrangements by composer, pianist, and frequent Stevens collaborator Timo Andres, ranging in style from DIY folk and indie rock to marching band and ambient electronics, performed live by an 11-member band and three vocalists. Illinoise is a “mysterious, deeply moving and unforgettable dance-musical hybrid that explores the hot zone between childhood and adulthood when emotions can be at their most overwhelming.