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Ride the Cyclone at Metropolis Performing Arts Centre
Dates: 9/16/2026 - 10/25/2026
📍 Theatre: Metropolis Performing Arts Centre
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A darkly comical musical about six teens bargaining for a second chance at life, exploring themes of life, death, and identity. Book, music, and lyrics are by Jacob Richmond and Brooke Maxwell. The production is directed by Lillian Castillo, who is the original Constance on the World Premiere Cast Recording and originated the role in the American premiere at Chicago Shakespeare Theater.
Authors
Cast and Creative Team for Ride the Cyclone at Metropolis Performing Arts Centre
Creative Team
Lillian Castillo
Director
Doug Wright
Book
Glenn Slater
Lyrics
Howard Ashman
Lyrics
Alan Menken
Music
Cory Goodrich
Original Music and Lyrics
Johanna McKenzie Miller
Adapted by
Julie Shannon
Music and Lyrics
John Reeger
Book
Patrick Tierney
Director
Agnes de Mille
Choreography
Steven Strafford
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News About Ride the Cyclone at Metropolis Performing Arts Centre
RIDE THE CYCLONE, THE LITTLE MERMAID, and More Set For Metropolis Performing Arts Centre 2026-2027 Season
May 13, 2026 Metropolis Performing Arts Centre has announced its 2026-27 season launching with Ride the Cyclone. Learn more about the full upcoming season lineup here!
Goodman, Chicago Shakespeare, and More Receive 2023 Heartstrings Awards, Honoring Meaningful Chicago Theatre
December 28, 2023 The Heartstrings Awards serve to acknowledge the most meaningful performances and productions of the year in Chicago. They are bestowed by Life and Times, under the direction of chief theatre critic Rikki Lee Travolta. Learn more about this year's winners here!About the Theatre
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