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Groups

GROUPS

NOW BOOKING FOR THE 2026 SEASON

Bring the magic of live theater to your group outing!

Perks for your group at Music Theater Works:

  • Discounts for groups of 10+ for ALL productions, including matinees.
  • One FREE ticket for every 20 purchased at the group rate.
  • Secure your seats while you gather payment from your group.
  • Final count and payment due three weeks before your performance.
  • Additional tickets may be added at the group rate, based on availability.
  • Tickets may be sent electronically, mailed or available at the box office on the day of performance, depending on the group for convenient distribution.
  • Concierge service from the group sales manager to ensure your group has a spectacular experience.
  • Custom experiences available such as backstage tours and post-show Q+A discussions with cast and staff.
  • Perfect for corporate, senior, educational, community, social groups, and more.
  • Have an idea to make your experience even more unforgettable – let us know!

For more info contact Jen Ruffner, Group Sales Manager:
(847) 920-5360 ext.11 or groups@musictheaterworks.org

Cats

March 5 – 29, 2026

Music Theater Works kicks off its 46th season with CATS, Andrew Lloyd Webber’s electrifying, Tony Award-winning musical. In this immersive production set in a larger-than-life British flat, audiences may join the magical and all encompassing world of the Jellicle cats as they gather for the annual Jellicle Ball, where one will be chosen for a new life. Through a series of dazzling musical numbers, each cat shares their story— from the mischievous Rum Tum Tugger, to the mysterious Macavity, and the once-glamorous Grizabella. Featuring unforgettable songs, breathtaking choreography, and a whimsical atmosphere, CATS is a celebration of life, community and the power of memory.

West Side Story

August 13-30, 2026

A timeless tale of love and rivalry, WEST SIDE STORY brings Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet” to the streets of 1950s New York. Caught between the tensions of two warring gangs—the Jets and the Sharks—Tony and Maria find themselves drawn to each other despite the violence that surrounds them. Featuring iconic songs like “Tonight,” “America” and “Somewhere,” WEST SIDE STORY remains one of the most powerful and enduring musicals of all time.

Jimmy Buffet’s Escape To Margaritaville

October 8 – November 1, 2026

Music Theater Works presents the first professional production of JIMMY BUFFET’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.

Hairspray

December 17, 2026 – January 3, 2027

Full of heart and 1960s flair, HAIRSPRAY follows Tracy Turnblad, a big-dreaming teen who lands a spot on “The Corny Collins Show.” But when she sees injustice in Baltimore, she sets out to integrate the dance floor, proving one girl can make a difference. With infectious songs like “Good Morning Baltimore” and “You Can’t Stop the Beat,” this musical makes the perfect closer to Music Theater Work’s 46th season: it is a joyful celebration of acceptance, self-love and standing up for what’s right.

Photo: Cast of SHREK: THE MUSICAL. Photo by Brett Beiner