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The Spongebob Musical (Chicago)

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Rating: 4.7 out of 5 based on 150 reviews

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“DEANS LIST A+ THE CROWD LOVED IT AND SO DID I!” -Dean Richards, WGN TV  
“A HUGE HIT! You’ll have THE BEST DAY EVER!” -Janet Davies, ABC7 Chicago  
“★★★★” -Kris Vire, Time Out Chicago 
 “A FEEL GOOD MUSICAL Wildly playful and imaginative.” -Hedy Weiss, Chicago Sun-Times   “SPONGEBOB SAVES THE DAY! Beautifully visualized, deliciously quirky and inarguably unique. IT MIGHT JUST BE THE TONIC THAT BROADWAY NEEDS.” -Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune

A legendary roster of Grammy Award winners. A visionary director and Tony Award®-winning design team. One of the world’s most beloved and unforgettable characters. Turn them all loose on Broadway and what do you get?

THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL!

Acclaimed Steppenwolf director Tina Landau and the groundbreaking designers behind Fun Home, Hedwig, and Spring Awakening have brilliantly reimagined Bikini Bottom for the Broadway stage, bringing the spirit of SpongeBob to life with humanity, heart, and pure theatricality. With an original score from some of the biggest names in pop and rock, THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL explodes with energy.

Stakes are higher than ever before as SpongeBob and all of Bikini Bottom face the total annihilation of their undersea world. Chaos erupts. Lives hang in the balance. And just when all hope seems lost, a most unexpected hero rises up and takes center stage.

Get ready to dive to all-new depths of theatrical innovation at THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL, where the power of optimism really can save the world!

Reviews

Rating: 4.7 out of 5 based on 150 reviews
  • Rating: 1 out of 5

    HORRIBLE!

    by jalcc on 6/15/16Oriental Theatre Chicago - Chicago

    I wasn't expecting it to be the greatest show ever but this was AWFUL! Limited humor, boring storyline and what was most upsetting was the music! At the very least I was expecting good music with line up of composers! Where was the rockin band to match the master composers? Some Pros: Spongebob was a talented actor. The stage was cool. Squidward was the best of the bunch. Bummed, we were ready for some fun :(

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Spongebob was great family fun

    by FosterandLukeMom on 6/15/16Oriental Theatre Chicago - Chicago

    You have to really be a fan of SpongeBob to see this show. Otherwise, I think it would be too random and confusing. We came from Atlanta and were in town visiting and we are big musical theater fans, so we thought it would be a nice family outing. Patrick Star and SpongeBob and Squidward steal the show! The music was great but a little disjointed. Don't sit in the balcony because it's hard to see the balls which come down from the top and sides of the theater during the show. Bikini Bottom fans, don't miss this fun family outing!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    by Anonymous on 6/15/16Oriental Theatre Chicago - Chicago

    Outstanding! The cast is strong and perfectly Spongebob!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Magical and Fun

    by MadisonS1229 on 6/15/16Oriental Theatre Chicago - Chicago

    We had such an amazing time at the Spongebob Musical, potentially even more fun than the hordes of children around us. It was an amazing experience to know we're sharing Spongebob with a brand new generation of children and Spongebob appeals to them in 2016, the same way it did to us in 1999. The show is fun and funny, the technical elements were amazing, the music is so catchy, I can't wait for the cast recording to come out. They have a real hit on their hands, in my opinion. I hope theater-goers will love it as much as I did.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    The Spongebob Musical(Chicgo) was amazing.

    by PrincessF on 6/15/16Oriental Theatre Chicago - Chicago

    This was one of the best musicals I have seen. The scenery was the best. The music kept my happy feet dancing. We had great seats. Everyone we talked to were very friendly.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    The Spongebob Musical

    by Jopr1 on 6/15/16Oriental Theatre Chicago - Chicago

    Terrific for adults and children. We thoroughly enjoyed the music, dancing, stage and performers!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    It was the best musical ever!

    by Asavant on 6/14/16Oriental Theatre Chicago - Chicago

    The musical was terrific. Funny, sweet, optimistic, up-lifting SpongeBob and his friends are the best in live action. I just couldn't imagine this could be pulled off. I love SpongeBob and I just didn't realize that bringing him to life would be possible and have him still be as loveable. The costumes help bring the characters to life and the creativity of the costume and set designers is so impressive. I cannot stop telling people that they HAVE to go see it. I hope they travel because I want an opportunity to see it in my home state, South Carolina.

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    by Watermelonlover on 6/14/16Oriental Theatre Chicago - Chicago

    The show was fun....what was not fun was sitting next to a couple with a three year old who talked through the whole show. It ruined it for me and my husband. I am not blaming the child....but when I bought MY tickets it clearly stated no one under 5 allowed. This was a musical I paid good money for.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    by Anonymous on 6/14/16Oriental Theatre Chicago - Chicago

    Cast was amazing! Show was funny and very well done! Loved it!

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    A Must See Musical

    by AndreCT on 6/14/16Oriental Theatre Chicago - Chicago

    I asked my mom for tickets to go see this musical for my 18th birthday. Little did I know we would have front row seats to one of the best show I've ever seen! When you first walk into Oriental, the set/lighting puts you right in the mood of being a kid again. It was magical and eccentric to say the least. I was sitting close to Patchy the Pirate and even got a selfie with him. The musical numbers were exciting and witty, each character was perfect, the costumes were spot-on and the story line was entertaining. There are a few kinks that will be worked out I'm sure, and I only noticed them because I've done theatre for so long. There were references to the TV show which were great. Overall, I would definitely go see the show again. There isn't a bad seat in the house. If you want an amplified version of your favorite cartoon with twice as many songs, this is a must see musical!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Not just for kids

    by Patrickstarr on 6/14/16Oriental Theatre Chicago - Chicago

    If you have every watched Sponge Bob with your kids you know there is something funny for all ages. This colorful show is so creative in its execution the actors are spot on the characters the music is great as is the message at the end of the day.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    I was pleasantly surprised

    by ohmygodpickinganickname on 6/14/16Oriental Theatre Chicago - Chicago

    The set knocked me out from the moment I entered the theater. Super bright and colorful. It made me think it was under the sea. The music was catchy and fit SpongeBob perfectly. I truly could not have been happier with the show.

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Lots of energy!

    by Jeanette1234 on 6/13/16Oriental Theatre Chicago - Chicago

    Enjoyed play very much. Singing and stage production was incredible. Play was about 10 to 15 minutes too long. But otherwise very fun.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Would fit proudly in the first four seasons.

    by VisitingthePlanet on 6/12/16Oriental Theatre Chicago - Chicago

    What else could you expect from a musical written by people that love Spongebob the way they do? The music phenomenal, but, again, what else would you expect from the amount of big names attached to the musical. From the late great David Bowie to the always hilarious Jonathan Coulton, every note hit home. This is a musical with a lot of heart, and I can't wait to hear people talk about it once it's on Broadway proper.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Squidward was my favourite

    by Moangel on 6/11/16Oriental Theatre Chicago - Chicago

    If you like Sponge Bob, you'll love this show! Very entertaining the time just flew by. We came over from the UK and just had to stop and see it. Kid friendly as well. Worth every penny!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    by Sally1235 on 6/11/16Oriental Theatre Chicago - Chicago

    The Spongebob Musical was so much better than I expected! My friend and I, both 25, bought tickets on a whim knowing all the fantastic musicians who wrote songs for the show. And it did not disappoint! The songs were fantastic, the set was amazing, and the cast was great. Despite being way past our Spongebob prime, we loved the show and are hoping to be able to make it back before it leaves Chicago.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    So inventive and clever. The audience was thrilled

    by Groucho123 on 6/11/16Oriental Theatre Chicago - Chicago

    This was so much more than a kids' musical. You really connect with the character of these sea creatures, especially earnest and adorable Bob and Squidward (the amazing rubber-legged Gavin Lee.) Great messages and clever action in this musical with great songs (a dozen big talents contributing numbers) and over-the-top sets and costumes. The audience spontaneously sang the Spongebob TV song (not in the show) after the curtain call! Kids in the audience were delirious with joy!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Bikini bottom rocks!!

    by Mirroring on 6/11/16Oriental Theatre Chicago - Chicago

    Great cast with lots of energy! The music was fun and eclectic. The set was amazing and truly transforms into under water fun!!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    SpongeBob WAS AMAZING, I will go again!

    by Vic2Cas on 6/10/16Oriental Theatre Chicago - Chicago

    I'm 18 and my sister is 14, we could not believe how amazing it was! The props and everything surrounding that created the setting was unbelievably beautiful! The music was awesome and flowed smoothly. The story line was awesome as well and they included every little thing that made SpongeBob. I won't give everything away. But u will definitely recognize they're hard work. The actors were great as well. Some cons to just even it out. Karen and Plankton had a more romantic feel which was kind of awkward but was alright still. The hip hop seen plankton also had didn't really go with his character I thought but was still good in music and ALL the performances had awesome choreography! The stage crew did an amazing job as well wih all the background. I honestly wanted to cry twice because it was so amazing. Please see, the deserve the best viewers!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Awesome New Show!

    by LesMizFan1 on 6/10/16Oriental Theatre Chicago - Chicago

    SpongeBob the Musical had so many parts that had my group laughing! Tons of classic lines from the show with all the characters you know and love. Not just for kids-adults would love it too! Go check out this show before it's too late!