Michael Ehlers
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Birth Place: Chicago, IL
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Michael has performed on Broadway and National Tours of "CATS". Other National Tours include "SCROOGE" starring Richard Chamberlain, "JOSEPH...DREAMCOAT" starring Donny Osmond, "CHESS" directed by Des McAnuff and "EVITA" dircted by Hal Prince. He was also featured Off Broadway in the revial of "NEW ...
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Michael has performed on Broadway and National Tours of "CATS". Other National Tours include "SCROOGE" starring Richard Chamberlain, "JOSEPH...DREAMCOAT" starring Donny Osmond, "CHESS" directed by Des McAnuff and "EVITA" dircted by Hal Prince. He was also featured Off Broadway in the revial of "NEW FACES OF '52" starring Eartha Kitt.Michael has played such diverse roles as the Emcee in “CABARET”, Al Jolson in “JOLSON AND COMPANY”, Samovar (Groucho)in “A DAY IN HOLLYWOOD, A NIGHT IN THE UKRAINE” and Don Lockwood in “SINGIN' IN THE RAIN”. He has also written, produced and toured in two of his own One-Man shows.
Michael has a supporting role in the soon to be released film, “JUST LIKE A WOMAN”, starring Sienna Miller and directed by three-time Academy Award nominee, Rachid Bauchraub.
When not in front of audiences or the camera, Michael also works behind the scenes as a director and choreographer for stage and trade shows, etc.
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by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 4, 2022
The Sound of Music, one of the most beloved musicals of all time, has enchanted audiences for more than 50 years. This holiday season, Chicago audiences can experience this unforgettable Rodgers and Hammerstein classic for the first time, or all over again, at downtown Aurora’s Paramount Theatre. Previews start November 9, 2022.

by Tina St. Angelo Wetzel - May 1, 2022
How to rescue a bar in 1987? Read our critic's review of the production.

by Emily McClanathan - Sep 15, 2019
Paramount Theatre's production of DISNEY'S NEWSIES THE MUSICAL, directed by Jim Corti, offers a spirited, heartfelt take on the popular Tony Award winner. Originally a 1992 Disney movie musical, the cult favorite has attracted a whole new fandom since the stage adaptation opened on Broadway in 2012, with music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Jack Feldman, and book by Harvey Fierstein. Based on the true story of the 1899 New York City newsboys' strike, NEWSIES is best known for its rousing tunes and jaw-dropping dancing. With music direction by Tom Vendafreddo and choreography by Joshua Blake Carter, Corti's production nails these essential elements, while the cast give moving, layered performances as the ragtag band of brothers who faced down the giants of the 19th century press.

by A.A. Cristi - Jul 23, 2019
Then you want Newsies - refreshing, inspirational, a huge feel-good show for the whole family, and the perfect opener for the ninth Broadway Series at Paramount Theatre, 23 E. Galena Blvd. in downtown Aurora.

by Stephi Wild - Sep 9, 2018
Omigod! Omigod, you guys! Aurora's Paramount Theatre - Chicago's most decorated theater at the 2017 Jeff Awards, the most heavily subscribed theater in Chicago, and the second largest in the nation - is excited to kick off Chicago's 2018-19 theater season in high fashion with a new production of Legally Blonde.
by BWW News Desk - Nov 28, 2016
Due to record advance sales, Aurora's Paramount Theatre has announced a one-week extension of its upcoming, holiday-season production of Disney's The Little Mermaid. Check out photos below!
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 1, 2016
No matter your age, no matter your experience with the story, no matter if you believe in mermaids or not, you and your family will want to be front and center when the curtain goes up on the Paramount Theatre's magical new production of Disney's The Little Mermaid, November 23, 2016 through January 8, 2017.
by BWW News Desk - Jan 21, 2016
Get set for a high-octane ride with thrilling choreography, rockin' tunes and explosively colorful costumes - plus some really cool hairdos - when the Paramount Theatre, 23 E. Galena Blvd. in downtown Aurora, presents HAIRSPRAY - The Broadway Musical, now through February 21, 2016. BroadwayWorld has a stunning first look at the cast in action below!
by BWW News Desk - Jan 20, 2016
Get set for a high-octane ride with thrilling choreography, rockin' tunes and explosively colorful costumes - plus some really cool hairdos - when the Paramount Theatre, 23 E. Galena Blvd. in downtown Aurora, presents HAIRSPRAY - The Broadway Musical, tonight, January 20, through February 21, 2016.
by Sally Henry Fuller - Dec 24, 2015
Get set for a high-octane ride with thrilling choreography, rockin' tunes and explosively colorful costumes - plus some really cool hairdos - when the Paramount Theatre, 23 E. Galena Blvd. in downtown Aurora, presents Hairspray - The Broadway Musical, January 20-February 21, 2016. Check out a first look at the characters below!