Hilo Education Arts Repertory Theatre presents a stirring production of the Tony Award-winning musical Dear Evan Hansen, which runs from February 13 to March 1 at the East Hawaiʻi Cultural Center. Directed by Larry Reitzer, this emotionally charged story follows Evan Hansen, played by Joshua Timmons, a high school senior navigating social anxiety and the quest for connection. The cast also features Melissa Moore as Heidi Hansen, Zaira Hahn as Zoe Murphy, and Chris Kocian as Connor Murphy, among others, bringing to life themes of loneliness and the universal need for understanding. With a powerful score by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, this production promises to resonate deeply with audiences.
