42 Balloons

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Inspired by an unbelievable true story, 42 Balloons is a soaringly original musical from the award-winning producers of SIX. On July 2, 1982, truck driver Larry Walters defied the odds (and FAA airspace regulations) to achieve his lifelong dream of flying. In a lawn chair attached to 42 weather balloons, Larry—supported by his girlfriend and a community of unlikely heroes—ascended 16,000 feet into the blue sky above LA, and from the moment he landed, their lives would never be the same. Featuring an irresistible ’80s pop-inspired score, 42 Balloons is a funny, moving, and thrillingly staged new musical that asks: How far would you go for your dream… and how far would you be willing to fly?

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The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare - 800 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611

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Saturday, May 24

7:00pm
$40

Sunday, May 25

7:00pm
$40

Wednesday, May 28

1:00pm
$30
7:00pm
$30

Thursday, May 29

7:00pm
$30

Friday, May 30

7:00pm
$35

Saturday, May 31

2:00pm
$40
7:00pm
$40

Sunday, Jun 1

2:00pm
$40

Wednesday, Jun 4

7:00pm
$35

Thursday, Jun 5

7:00pm
$35

Saturday, Jun 7

2:00pm
$50
7:00pm
$50

Sunday, Jun 8

2:00pm
$50

Monday, Jun 9

7:00pm
$35