It’s the Tony nominated Broadway sensation that’s so fetch, it rules the school.
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Theater seating begins 30 minutes prior.
Mean Girls
Book by Tina Fey
Music by Jeff Richmond
Lyrics by Nell Benjamin
Based on the Paramount Pictures film Mean Girls
Directed by Devon Hayakawa
Nominated for 12 Tony Awards, including Best Musical and Best Original Score.
Chicago-area Premiere.
Based on the iconic Tina Fey film, Mean Girls is a hilarious musical with heart, telling the story of Cady Heron, a sweet and smart new girl who’s just moved from Africa to suburban Illinois. When she enters the wild world of North Shore High, she quickly finds herself tangled up with The Plastics, the school’s most popular – and most ruthless – clique led by queen bee Regina George. As Cady tries to fit in, she learns that popularity comes with a price – and revenge can get ugly fast.
With big laughs, bold style, unforgettable pop-rock songs, and a message that hits home, this show is a must-see for anyone who’s ever tried to find their place in the crowd. Grab your friends, wear pink (on Wednesdays, of course), and experience the musical that proves even the fiercest frenemies can find redemption.
Accessible Performances
- American Sign Language Interpreted: Friday, October 9 at 7 p.m. (use code ASLPARAMOUNT to unlock the ASL seating section and discounted price)
- Open Captioned: Wednesday, September 30 at 7 p.m.
- Audio Described: available upon request, based on availability – please call the Box Office at 630-896-6666
Learn more about accessibility at Paramount
Pay What You Can Performances
- Thursday, August 27 at 7 p.m.
- Saturday, August 29 at 2 p.m.
Learn more about Pay What You Can performances at Paramount
Meet the Cast
Elizabeth Stenholt*
Cady Heron
Previously in Wizard of Oz, Fun Home, and The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Dariana Mullen*
Regina George, Offstage Vocals
Making Paramount debut.
Lucy Godínez*
Janis Sarkisian, Offstage Vocals
Previously School of Rock and Legally Blonde.
Steven Klenk*
Damian Hubbard, Offstage Vocals
Making Paramount debut.
Angel Alzeidan*
Gretchen Wieners, Offstage Vocals
Previously in Next to Normal, The King’s Wife, and Dear Evan Hansen
Julia Hope Budd*
Karen Smith, Offstage Vocals
Making Paramount debut.
Diego Vazquez Gomez*
Aaron Samuels. Offstage Vocals
Previously in The Full Monty
Ben Mathew*
Kevin G.
Making Paramount debut.
Austin Nelson Jr.*
Mr. Duvall, Ensemble
Previously in Dreamgirls.
Veronica Garza*
Mrs. Heron/Ms. Norbury/Mrs. George, Ensemble
Previously in The Secret of My Success, Groundhog Day, School of Rock, The Full Monty, and The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Tola Abitogun
Ensemble, Tyler Kimble, u/s Kevin G. u/s Mr. Duvall
Making Paramount debut.
Jeremiah Alsop*
Ensemble, Marwan Jitla
Making Paramount debut.
Matty Bettencourt*
Ensemble, Sexy Corn, u/s Damian Hubbard, Dance Captain
Previously in Kinky Boots, Cinderella, Groundhog Day, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Cats, White Christmas, South Pacific
Anna Louise Bramlett*
Ensemble
Making Paramount debut.
Nicole DiSandro
Ensemble, u/s Regina George
Making Paramount debut.
Ben Dow*
Ensemble, u/s Aaron Samuels, Fight Captain
Making Paramount Debut.
Madison Jaffe-Richter
Ensemble, u/s Gretchen Wieners
Making Paramount debut.
Joshua Messmore
Ensemble, Swing, u/s Coach Carr, u/s Tyler Kimble, u/s Marwan Jitla
Making Paramount debut.
Nataki Rennie
Ensemble, Swing
Making Paramount debut.
Hannah Remian
Ensemble, Swing, u/s Mathletes Moderator
Making Paramount debut.
Morgan Schoenecker
Ensemble, u/s Karen Smith
Previously in White Christmas and South Pacific
Jacob Simon
Ensemble, Coach Carr
Making Paramount debut.
Abby C. Smith*
Ensemble, Mathlete Moderator, u/s Mrs. Heron/Ms. Norbury/Mrs. George
Previously in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Beautiful, The Full Monty, Come From Away, White Christmas
Amanda Walker*
Ensemble, u/s Cady Heron, Intimacy Captain
Making Paramount debut.
Elaine Watson*
Ensemble, u/s Janis Sarkisian
Previously in Dear Evan Hansen
Artistic Team
Devon Hayakawa
Director
Kasey Alfonso
Choreographer
Kory Danielson
Music Director & Conductor
Milo Bue^
Scenic Designer
Kotryna Hilko
Costume Designer
Greg Hofmann^
Lighting Designer
Adam Rosenthal
Sound Designer
Erin Pleake
Video Designer
Ethan Deppe
Electronic Music Designer
Katie Cordts
Wig, Hair & Makeup Designer
Aimee Plant
Properties Designer
Max Fabian
Intimacy & Fighting Director
Amber R. Dettmers*
Stage Manager
Bridget Kearbey*
Assistant Stage Manager
Lanita VanderSchaaf*
Assistant Stage Manager
Bailey O’Neil
Associate Director
Chloe Arcos-Hamilton
Associate Choreographer
Andy Chen
Associate Music Director & Associate Conductor
Trent Stork
Casting Director & Artistic Producer
Tim Rater
President & CEO
Jim Corti
Artistic Director
* indicates member of Actors’ Equity Association (AEA)
† indicates member of United Scenic Artists (USA)
^ indicates member of Stage crew (IATSE-Local 2)
‡ indicates member of Stage Directors and Choreographers Society (SDC)