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Be More Chill

First Preview: Feb 13, 2019
Opening Date: Feb 13, 2019
Closing Date: Aug 11, 2019
Running Time: 02:30
Be More Chill

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Playing @
Lyceum Theatre
149 W 45th St, New York, NY 10036
Direct from its sold-out New York premiere, Be More Chill is coming to Broadway by two of the most exciting voices in musical theater—Joe Iconis and Joe Tracz.

Be More Chill is the coolest new musical about being a loser.

What if popularity came in a pill? Would you take it, no questions asked? In Be More Chill, achieving the “perfect life” is now possible thanks to some mysterious new technology—but it comes at a cost that’s not as easy to swallow. What could possibly go wrong? Blending the contemporary with retro sci-fi, this thrillingly exciting, comically subversive, and deeply felt new musical takes on the competing voices in all of our heads. And ultimately proves, there’s never been a better time in history to be yourself—especially if you’re a loser…geek…or whatever
 
 Based on the cult sensation novel by Ned VizziniBe More Chill is already beloved by millions of theater fans because of its best-selling Billboard Top 10 cast recording. 
BroadwayMusicalFamily
Show Notes: 1 Intermission
Age Guidance: 13
Audience Advisory: Contains mature themes and mature language.

Performance Schedule

TUESDAY & THURSDAY @ 7 PM
WEDNESDAY, FRIDAY & SATURDAY @ 8 PM
SATURDAY @ 2 PM 
SUNDAY @ 3 PM


Music
  • Joe Iconis

Lyrics
  • Joe Iconis

Book
  • Joe Tracz - based on the novel by Ned Vizzini

Director
  • Stephen Brackett

Choreography
  • Chase Brock

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Full-price tickets:

$49.00 - $169.00

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Reviews

  • The zippy, delightfully devilish Be More Chill is the latest tale of teen angst to convert crippling self-doubt and frustrated desire into the sound of music, and the results are enjoyable not just for their energy and charm but also for the streak of knowing wickedness running through all the pop and fizz. With high-octane music and lyrics by Joe Iconis and a smartly tailored book by Joe Tracz — kept clipping vivaciously along by director Stephen Brackett — Be More Chill has a welcome edge of nastiness to it, a hint of Little Shop of Horrors acidity that’s refreshing in a world full of Superheros
  • Much has been written about this heartfelt musical's unlikely road to Broadway, the tiny production in New Jersey, the album that went viral (more than 200 million downloads and counting), the Off-Broadway run that sold out before it opened. And everything's been spruced up for Broadway — the cool computer-screen set by Beowulf Boritt, the outlandish costumes by Bobby Frederick Tilley II, the slick projections by Alex Bosco Koch. As the squip sings near the end of the first act, "you gotta get an upgrade." And with this one, "Be More Chill" gets a fighting chance to stand out in a capacity crowd of musicals about kids who don't feel like they belong. 
  • The Broadway “Be More Chill” feels more even and flows more smoothly than it did Off Broadway. On occasion you missed the frenetic, awkward pace of the original: the Off Broadway “Be More Chill” felt gawky, quick and weird, like its subject matter. The new “Be More Chill,” on the other hand, seems to want to grow up faster and get to the point more sharply. Still, rushed or relaxed, “Be More Chill” is Broadway’s wiliest and socially savviest night out for teens and parents alike.
  • The zippy, delightfully devilish Be More Chill is the latest tale of teen angst to convert crippling self-doubt and frustrated desire into the sound of music, and the results are enjoyable not just for their energy and charm but also for the streak of knowing wickedness running through all the pop and fizz. With high-octane music and lyrics by Joe Iconis and a smartly tailored book by Joe Tracz — kept clipping vivaciously along by director Stephen Brackett — Be More Chill has a welcome edge of nastiness to it, a hint of Little Shop of Horrors acidity that’s refreshing in a world full of Superheros

Accessibility

  • Restroom

    There is a wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Seating

    Orchestra Seating is accessible to all parts of the Orchestra without steps. No steps to the designated wheelchair seating locations. Mezzanine Located on the 2nd level, up 2 flight of stairs from the Orchestra. Please note: on the Mezzanine level there are approximately 2 steps per row. Entrance to mezzanine is behind row J. Balcony Located on the 3rd level, up 4 flights of stairs from Orchestra. There is a separate entrance from street level.
  • Telephone

    Payphone - Located in the ticket lobby. Accessible at 54" w/utility outlet.
  • Entrance

    No steps into the theater from the sidewalk. Please be advised that where there are steps either into or within the theater, we are unable to provide assistance.
  • Water Fountain

    Located in the ticket lobby Accessible at 36"
  • Assisted Listening System

    Please call: (212) 582-7678 to reserve in advance. Drivers license or ID with printed address required as a deposit.
  • Elevator/Escalator

    There is no elevator or escalator at this theatre. Handrails are available at the end of every stepped seat row in the Mezzanine and Balcony.
  • Wheelchair Info

    Theatre is not completely wheelchair accessible. There are no steps into the theatre from the sidewalk. Please be advised that where there are steps either into or within the theatre, we are unable to provide assistance.

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