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Waitress (Chicago)

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About

Meet Jenna, a waitress and expert pie-maker who dreams of a way out of her small town and rocky marriage. Pouring her heart into her pies, she crafts desserts that mirror her topsy-turvy life such as "The Key (Lime) to Happiness Pie" and "Betrayed By My Eggs Pie." When a baking contest in a nearby county —and a satisfying encounter with someone new —show Jenna a chance at a fresh start, she must find the courage to seize it. Change is on the menu, as long as Jenna can write her own perfectly personal recipe for happiness.

Brought to life by a groundbreaking all-female creative team, this hilarious hit Broadway musical features original music and lyrics by 7-time Grammy® nominee Sara Bareilles ("Brave," "Love Song"), a book by acclaimed screenwriter Jessie Nelson (I Am Sam), original choreography by Lorin Latarro (Les Liaisons Dangereuses, Waiting For Godot), recreated by tour choreographer Abbey O'Brien and original direction by Tony Award® winner Diane Paulus (Hair, Pippin), recreated by tour director Susanna Wolk.

"WAITRESS is a little slice of heaven!" says Entertainment Weekly, and is "sweet, sassy and passionate," according to New York Magazine.

"It's an empowering musical of the highest order!" raves the Chicago Tribune. Don't miss this uplifting and hilarious musical celebrating friendship, motherhood, and the magic of a well-made pie.

Reviews

Rating: 4.4 out of 5 based on 141 reviews
  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Great show!!

    by Anonymous on 9/4/18Cadillac Palace - Chicago

    My daughter and I had a wonderful time.. the venue was nice and seats were great.. the performances were terrific.. I laughed, cried and cheered.. really well done..

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Wonderful show, STELLAR staff

    by MBSTTG on 8/29/18Cadillac Palace - Chicago

    There was a woman working the restroom during the show I attended who was truly a hero. She was keeping everyone laughing while actually doing an amazing job of directing people to open stalls and trying to help assuage the frustration/anxiety of a long bathroom line at intermission. She deserves a raise and a gold star!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    by Anonymous on 8/8/18Cadillac Palace - Chicago

    The show was incredible! Every one of the cast members did a fantastic job. Highly recommend.

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Real ingredients on stage!?!?!

    by KarinS2017 on 8/8/18Cadillac Palace - Chicago

    Loved the “authentic” cooking that happened, the music of Sara Bareilles, & the amazing performers. The story had some raunchy parts, which made me slightly uncomfortable with my child seated next to me, but she enjoyed it. Overall, it was a great performance!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Waitress

    by Honeybunch2 on 7/31/18Cadillac Palace - Chicago

    The Play, Waitress was excellent in set decoration, music, and most of all acting. I rate it 5 stars!

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Waitress

    by Anonymous on 7/28/18Cadillac Palace - Chicago

    Waitress was one of those few plays with a great story line & music. My wife & son loved it as did I. It really helped me understand my wife better. I have begun to play the music from Waitress offline.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Best show I’ve ever seen

    by Juice17 on 7/28/18Cadillac Palace - Chicago

    I’ve seen many musicals in my life and this was by far the best. It’s funny, full of emotion, and just a very lovable story. The musical numbers are all very enjoyable and it’s easy to understand what’s going on. The show is serious where it needs to be but still keeps a very lighthearted mood. (It’s also the funniest musical I’ve ever seen). Loved it.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Waitress was delectable!

    by adamarie on 7/27/18Cadillac Palace - Chicago

    Definitely a must see. Better than expected. It was funny, heartwarming and inspiring!!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Waitress

    by Anonymous on 7/26/18Cadillac Palace - Chicago

    Waitress: extremely funny, touching, well executed musical. Highly recommend seeing it!

  • Rating: 3 out of 5

    Meh

    by NancyDav on 7/25/18Cadillac Palace - Chicago

    I really wanted to like this play, but it was just average. The music didn't really add to the story for me. Don't get me wrong, the actors were great but the movie is still better.