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SUMMARY:Music Theater Works Presents “Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville\,” October 8 - November 1
DESCRIPTION:Music Theater Works is proud to announce the cast and creative team for the third production of its 2026 season\, Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville\, in the North Theatre\, at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie\, 9501 Skokie Blvd.\, Skokie\, October 8 – November 1. Escape to Margaritaville has a book by Greg Garcia and Mike O’Malley\, with music and lyrics by Jimmy Buffett. Music Theater Works’ production is directed and choreographed by Brenda Didier with co-director Sarafina Vecchio and co-choreographer Clayton Cross and music directed by Linda Madonia. \nMusic Theater Works presents the first professional production of Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville in Chicago since its pre-Broadway run. Set sail for a tropical getaway with this feel-good musical packed with island vibes and beloved Buffett classics. This lighthearted romantic comedy follows Tully\, a laid-back island singer\, and Rachel\, a career-focused tourist\, as their worlds collide at a beachfront resort. With a story about adventure\, self-discovery and living life to the fullest\, Escape to Margaritaville is the ultimate musical vacation for Parrot Heads and newcomers alike. \nThe cast of Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville includes Brian Acker (he/him\, Tully); Kate McQuillan (she/her\, Rachel); Khaki Pixley (she/her\, Tammy); Chase Grabowski (he/him\, Brick); Tamara Batiest (she/her\, Marley); Brian James (he/him\, J.D.); Matt Frye (he/him\, Chadd/ensemble/U/S Brick); Lili Galluzzo (she/they\, ensemble/U/S Rachel); Mackenzie Furlett (she/her\, ensemble/U/S Tammy/dance captain); Andrew Faggion (he/him\, Ted/ensemble/U/S Tully); Mikala Curless (she/her\, ensemble); Ivan James (he/him\, ensemble/U/S J.D./non-equity deputy); Jacob Merschel (he/they\, Jamal/ensemble); Kelcy Taylor (she/her\, ensemble/U/S Marley); Kenny Miller (any with respect\, ensemble/swing) and Juliet Lopez-Gutierrez (she/her\, ensemble/swing). \nThe performance schedule is Saturday\, Oct. 10 at 7:30 p.m.\, Sunday\, Oct. 11 at 2 p.m. (Post-show discussion)\, Wednesday\, Oct. 14 at 2 p.m.\, Friday\, Oct. 16 at 7:30 p.m.\, Saturday\, Oct. 17 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.\, Sunday\, Oct. 18 at 2 p.m. (Post-show discussion)\, Wednesday\, Oct. 21 at 2 p.m.\, Friday\, Oct. 23 at 7:30 p.m.\, Saturday\, Oct. 24 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. (ASL interpreted performance)\, Sunday\, Oct. 25 at 2 p.m.\, Wednesday\, Oct. 28 at 2 p.m.\, Friday\, Oct. 30 at 7:30 p.m.\, Saturday\, Oct 31 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and Sunday\, Nov. 1 at 2 p.m. Tickets are now on sale from $19.50 to $106 with tickets for guests 25 years old and younger available at half-price at MusicTheaterWorks.com or by calling the Music Theater Works box office at the North Shore Center\, 847.673.6300. Memberships for the 2026 season are also available at MusicTheaterWorks.com and group discounts for 10 or more people are available by contacting JRuffner@MusicTheaterWorks.org. \nPhoto by Steven Townshend/Distant Era
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/music-theater-works-presents-jimmy-buffetts-escape-to-margaritaville-october-8-november-1/2026-10-08/
LOCATION:North Shore Center for Performing Arts\, 9501 Skokie Blvd.\, Skokie\, IL\, 60077\, United States
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