Uploaded June 2024 | Updated September 2026, 4 hours ago
Hear from director Paul Hart about the highly anticipated US premiere production of THE LORD OF THE RINGS – A MUSICAL TALE.
Journey to the magical realms of Middle-earth as J.R.R. Tolkien’s trilogy of books are brought to the stage. As the Hobbits celebrate Bilbo Baggins’ eleventy-first birthday in the Shire, he gifts his nephew Frodo his most precious belonging—a gold ring. This fateful moment launches Frodo on a legendary and perilous quest across Middle-earth to the darkest realms of Mordor, to vanquish evil with his loyal Fellowship. This theatrical event celebrates the magical world of Middle-earth, making for an unforgettable experience for longtime fans and newcomers alike.
chicagoshakes.com/lotr
Based on the books by J.R.R. Tolkien
Book and Lyrics by Shaun McKenna
and Matthew Warchus
Music by A.R. Rahman, Värttinä, and Christopher Nightingale
Directed by Paul Hart
July 19 - September 1, 2024 in The Yard
Hear from director Paul Hart about the highly anticipated US premiere production of THE LORD OF THE RINGS – A MUSICAL TALE.
Journey to the magical realms of Middle-earth as J.R.R. Tolkien’s trilogy of books are brought to the stage. As the Hobbits celebrate Bilbo Baggins’ eleventy-first birthday in the Shire, he gifts his nephew Frodo his most precious belonging—a gold ring. This fateful moment launches Frodo on a legendary and perilous quest across Middle-earth to the darkest realms of Mordor, to vanquish evil with his loyal Fellowship. This theatrical event celebrates the magical world of Middle-earth, making for an unforgettable experience for longtime fans and newcomers alike.
chicagoshakes.com/lotr
Based on the books by J.R.R. Tolkien
Book and Lyrics by Shaun McKenna
and Matthew Warchus
Music by A.R. Rahman, Värttinä, and Christopher Nightingale
Directed by Paul Hart
July 19 - September 1, 2024 in The Yard
