Good morning, BALTIMORE….. we mean, PHILADELPHIA!
The Kimmel Cultural Campus and The Shubert Organization present the musical comedy phenomenon, HAIRSPRAY, winner of eight 2003 Tony Awards® including Best New Musical. As part of the Kimmel Cultural Campus’ 21-22 Broadway Series, the show plays the Merriam Theater from Tuesday, May 17 – Sunday, May 22, 2022.
“We are delighted that Hairspray is returning to Philadelphia with its always-relevant message of inclusivity,” said Matías Tarnopolsky, president and CEO of The Philadelphia Orchestra and Kimmel Center, Inc. “As the city’s premier center for multi-disciplinary performing arts and cultural events, we are proud to present a show that reflects our values, as we strive every day to ensure all feel welcome and embraced on the Kimmel Cultural Campus.”
HAIRSPRAY is the story of 16-year-old Tracy Turnblad in 1960s Baltimore as she sets out to dance her way onto TV’s most popular show. Can a girl with big dreams (and even bigger hair) change the world? Featuring the beloved score of hit songs including “Welcome to the 60’s,” “Good Morning Baltimore,” and “You Can’t Stop the Beat”.
The cast will be led by Andrew Levitt aka Nina West (from “RuPaul’s Drag Race”)as Edna Turnblad, Niki Metcalf as Tracy Turnblad and Sandie Lee as Motormouth Maybelle. Joining them are Billy Dawson as Corny Collins, Will Savarese as Link Larkin, Emery Henderson as Penny Pingleton, Jamonté D. Bruten as Seaweed J. Stubbs, Kaelee Albritton as Amber Von Tussle and Addison Garner as Velma Von Tussle.
The show is sure to excite the entire family, so run… don’t walk… to see Hairspray! You can find more info and tickets here!
