Broadway in your Backyard

FREE

Select dates July 6 – September 19

Directed by Artistic Director Michael Weber
Music Directed by Linda Madonia

Porchlight’s FREE concert series held in parks throughout Chicago returns this summer! Pack a picnic, pull up a lawn chair and settle in with friends and family for a non-stop 60-minute concert right in your neighborhood. Broadway in your Backyard is sponsored by Chicago Free For All Fund (series) and features a cast of Chicago and PMT stage veterans Tafadzwa Diener, Nik Kmiecik, Juwon Tyrel Perry and Bethany Thomas.

Now in its sixth year, this free to the public summer series has become one of Porchlight’s most popular offerings with thousands of people filling the lawn to the tune of hits and beloved songs from the Broadway and Hollywood musical song books including Hello, Dolly!, Mary Poppins, Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, Toy Story, The Wiz and others.

And you don’t have to attend just one! Check out this year’s lineup and make it a Broadway night under the stars.

PERFORMANCES

Monday, July 6 at 6:30PM
Northcenter Town Square (4100 N. Damen Ave.)
This appearance also includes a performance from students of The Chicago Academy for the Arts.

Tuesday, July 7 at 6:30PM
Welles Park (2333 W. Sunnyside Ave.)
This appearance also includes a performance from students of The Chicago Academy for the Arts. Additionally, audiences may join Porchlight’s Education as they host a “Kids’ Day” at Welles Park with activities and treats for children, while supplies last.

Monday, July 13 at 6:30PM
Berger Park, Waterfront Cafe (6205 N. Sheridan Rd.)
This appearance also includes a performance from PMTeens, Porchlight’s teen performers enrolled in its summer education programming.

Tuesday, July 14 at 6:30PM
Washington Square Park (901 N. Clark St.)
This appearance also includes a performance from PMTeens, Porchlight’s teen performers enrolled in its summer education programming and Porchlight Young Professionals Associate Board hosting a “Picnic With PYP” at the performance. “Picnic With PYP,” additional details to be announced.

Saturday, Sept. 19 at 12:30PM
Navy Pier (600 E. Grand Ave.)
Porchlight Music Theatre presents its popular Broadway in your Backyard program of family-friendly showtunes as it joins more than 110 artists and organizations for Navy Pier’s the annual celebration of Chicago’s vibrant arts and cultural community.

Performance dates and venues are subject to change.