Nothing’s better than a heartwarming story encouraging viewers to follow their dreams! This is what the incredible Hairspray Musical is all about! Dancing sensation Tracy Turnblad has big dreams, and she only has one thing on her mind – to be part of The Corny Collins Show! This outstanding musical has had many productions in the past, and it also took over Broadway by storm in 2002! Now, the revival will make its phenomenal return and will tour North America for year 2023 to 2024! The Tony Award-winning musical has entertained hundreds of thousands of theater lovers across the world! This season, it’s set to light up the Northern Albert Jubilee Auditorium! Attendees are guaranteed an ecstatic time with the musical’s award-winning score, remarkable plot, and outstanding production! With a stellar cast and a fantastic creative team, Hairspray’s US tour is bound to leave a lasting impression on your hearts and minds! Join Tracy Turnblad as she defies the odds and achieves her dreams! Score tickets now to Hairspray at the Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium!
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“A phenomenal job assembling a strong cast and delivering a triumphant return of the show” – The Harvard Crimson
“Hairspray is a toe-tapping, dance in your seat, good time show with a message we still need to hear” – Broadway World
Set in the 60s, Hairspray tells the story of an energetic and fun-loving high school girl, Tracy Turnblad. After school, she and her friend Penny rush home to catch a popular teenage dance program on TV called The Corny Collins Show. Much to their delight, the show will be holding a city-wide audition. Tracy’s mother, who is not amused by the loud TV show, is not too pleased with her overweight daughter auditioning for a highly-publicized program. She fears her daughter will suffer the embarrassment of being turned down or, worse, ridiculed. Meanwhile, Penny’s mother is also not happy because the show happens to play “face music.” After obtaining permission from her father, Tracy races to the audition and performs in front of the cruel producer, Velma Von Tussle. She was rejected due to her size. The next day, Tracy receives detention in school for the inappropriate height of her hairstyle. There, she meets a dancer named Seaweed J. Stubbs, who teaches her some new dance moves. Tracy uses these dance moves when she meets Corny Collins at the Sophomore Hop. The TV host likes the girl’s incredible energy and invites her to be part of the show. Velma Von Tussle is distraught and swears to ruin Tracy Turnblad’s career. Will Tracy achieve her dreams? Find out by catching Hairspray at the Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium!
In 2002, the musical had a successful run on Broadway, followed by an incredible US tour, a UK tour, and a fantastic West End Revival! People just can’t get enough of this remarkable storyline that warmed the hearts of its viewers! With music and lyrics written by Scott Wittman and Marc Shaiman, book by Mark O’Donnell and Thomas Meehan, and based on the story by John Waters, Hairspray is a highly relatable and compelling story. It tackles issues of weight and racial discrimination, but more importantly, it teaches young viewers to never give up on their dreams! Hairspray’s successful Broadway and West End runs resulted in numerous accolades including five Tony Awards and Laurence Olivier Award. It won the Tony Award for Best Musical, Best Book, Best Score, and Best Costume Design. Meanwhile, the Broadway cast also won several awards. Over in London, the musical received the Laurence Olivier Award for Best New Musical, and its UK cast won three more awards.
“Unstoppably joyous musical” – The Guardian
“Funny and uplifting!” – Austin Chronicle
“Infectious enthusiasm!” – Pioneer Press
This 2024 Hairspray Musical is set to take over Edmonton, Alberta, with multiple showings! Since its premiere in 2002, the groundbreaking musical has become a pop culture phenomenon. As part of the 2023 to 2024 tour, the production will feature an outstanding cast, as well as a brilliant creative team. The musical will still feature the original choreography by Jerry Mitchell with tweaks from tour choreographer Robbie Roby. Meanwhile, tour director Matt Lenz will be working based on the original direction of Jack O’Brien. The musical will feature the original scenic design by David Rockwell, costume design by William Ivey Long, and lighting design by Kenneth Posner.
Critics have raved about this musical since its original Broadway debut. Having won five Tony Awards, there is no mystery that it was the enigma of its time. Theater reviewers have praised the show for being funny, comical, and uplifting. They also commended the musical’s fantastic score and incredible scenic design.
“Hairspray is one of the great pop/rock musicals of all time! It is a satisfying neon cartoon so sweet it melts your heart. This is a major Broadway musical with all the bells and whistles. It looks great with colorful costumes and bright lights; it sings wonderfully, is richly funny, and dances up a storm.” – Chicago Critic.
The Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium will host the highly-anticipated musical for its stop in Edmonton, Alberta. Opened in 1957, the 2,500-capacity venue has become one of the city’s top entertainment destinations. It regularly features Edmonton’s most exciting concerts and musicals. Its modern design provides guests with a cool and aesthetically pleasing atmosphere. Meanwhile, its complete facilities, state-of-the-art light and sound technology, and top-tier architecture give attendees the ultimate entertainment experience. Lastly, the Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium is located in a highly accessible location and is equipped with ample parking. If you’re looking for a great night out in Edmonton, you should come by the venue and catch Hairspray!
Catch the Hairspray musical this spring at the Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium! This award-winning musical can easily turn from light-hearted fun to tackling serious issues like discrimination and racism. Ultimately, the outstanding storyline will teach viewers to never give up and achieve their dreams – no matter how hard it can be and no matter who tries to stop you! In this case, you can watch Tracy Turnblad overcome numerous obstacles, including the doubt from her mother, the mean Velma Von Tussle, who’s fixated on destroying her, and the jealous Amber, who once knocks Tracy out during a dodgeball game.
Tickets to Hairspray the Music at the Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium are now available through the Get Tickets link!
