Dear Evan Hansen 2016

Run Time:
Two hours and 35 minutes, with one intermission
Ages: 12+
Opened: December 4, 2016
Closing: September 18, 2022

Dear Evan Hansen - 2016 - Broadway History , Info & More

Music Box Theatre (Broadway)
239 West 45th St. New York, NY

Dear Evan Hansen is the deeply personal, and profoundly contemporary, musical about what happens when we let a lie consume us. This groundbreaking musical - featuring a book by Tony-winner Steven Levenson and a score by the Grammy, Tony and Academy Award winners Benj Pasek and Justin Paul - examines what it means to be alive.

A letter that was never meant to be seen, a lie that was never meant to be told, a life he never dreamed he could have. Evan Hansen is about to get the one thing he’s always wanted: a chance to finally fit in.

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Review: In ‘Dear Evan Hansen,’ a Lonely Teenager, a Viral Lie and a Breakout Star
9 / 10

What's more, this gorgeous heartbreaker of a musical, which opened at the Music Box Theater on Sunday, has grown in emotional potency during its journey to the big leagues, after first being produced in Washington and Off Broadway. Rarely - scratch that - never have I heard so many stifled sobs and sniffles in the theater.

‘Dear Evan Hansen’ with Ben Platt dazzles on Broadway: theater review
10 / 10

The current theater season is only about halfway over. No matter. It's still a sure bet that when it comes to thrilling and unforgettable moments few will rival the one that comes 15 minutes into the dazzling 'Dear Evan Hansen,' at the Music Box Theatre. Yes, that special.

DEAR EVAN HANSEN Plays Final Broadway Performance
by Team BWW - September 18, 2022

As BroadwayWorld previously reported, Dear Evan Hansen, the Tony, Grammy and Olivier Award-winning musical, will play its final Broadway performance on Sunday, September 18, 2022, almost six years after it opened at the Music Box Theatre.

VIDEO: Worlds Collide with Two Stars of DEAR EVAN HANSEN- Meet Stephen Christopher Anthony & Sam Tutty
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - August 24, 2022

Before both productions of Dear Evan Hansen take their final bows, BroadwayWorld is catching up with not one, but two Evans- Stephen Christopher Anthony, who currently plays the role on Broadway, and Sam Tutty, who stars as Evan in the West End. Watch as both reflect on their journeys to the role, reflect on the musical's incredible legacy, and so much more in this video.

DEAR EVAN HANSEN Cancels Matinee Performance
by Grace Cutler - August 20, 2022

DEAR EVAN HANSEN cancels 8/20 matinee performance.

Review: DEAR EVAN HANSEN at National Arts Centre
by Courtney Castelino - August 10, 2022

What did our critic think of DEAR EVAN HANSEN at National Arts Centre? The opening night performance of Dear Evan Hansen at the National Arts Centre lacked some of the buzz that was palpable at Hamilton a couple of weeks ago. Perhaps that was because of pent-up excitement for Hamilton following two years of pandemic-related delays or maybe it's because Hamilton is still widely considered one of the hottest shows around. Normally there would be a bigger gap between shows, but thanks to the pandemic, Broadway Across Canada's 2021-2022 season has been condensed into a shorter time frame (Aside: not that I'm complaining - the more shows, the better, if you ask me). The beautiful thing about Broadway shows is that no two shows are alike, and the audience can appreciate each on its own merit.

Photos: STRANGER THINGS Star Gaten Matarazzo Joins DEAR EVAN HANSEN On Broadway!
by A.A. Cristi - July 29, 2022

See all new photos of Stranger Things star Gaten Matarazzo in Dear Evan Hansen on Broadway. Get a first look at his return to Broadway in the Tony, Grammy and Oliver Award-winning musical.

Photos: Gaten Matarazzo Returns to Broadway in DEAR EVAN HANSEN
by Bruce Glikas - July 20, 2022

Stranger Things' Gaten Matarazzo returned to Broadway in Dear Evan Hansen, beginning performances as Jared Kleinman.Backstage after the performance, he was visited by Stranger Things co-stars Sadie Sink and Maya Hawke. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos here!

VIDEO: STRANGER THINGS Star Gaten Matarazzo Is Heading Back to Broadway!
by Nicole Rosky - July 15, 2022

Stranger Things star Gaten Matarazzo makes his long-awaited return to Broadway as 'Jared Kleinman' in the Broadway company of Dear Evan Hansen, the Tony, Grammy and Oliver Award-winning musical now playing at the Music Box Theatre. Watch as Gaten chats with BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge about returning to the stage and so much more!

VIDEO: Gaten Matarazzo Talks Returning to Broadway in DEAR EVAN HANSEN on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Michael Major - June 30, 2022

Watch Gaten Matarazzo sit down with Jimmy Fallon to discuss his return to Broadway as Jared in Dear Evan Hansen, the latest season of Stranger Things and how the show made Kate Bush's 'Running Up That Hill' go viral.

DEAR EVAN HANSEN Will Play Final Broadway Performance This Fall
by Joshua Wright - June 7, 2022

Dear Evan Hansen, the Tony, Grammy and Olivier Award-winning musical, will play its final Broadway performance this fall, almost six years after it opened at the Music Box Theatre. Find out how to get tickets to the last month's of shows and more.

STRANGER THINGS Star Gaten Matarazzo Will Return to Broadway in DEAR EVAN HANSEN
by Stephi Wild - May 25, 2022

Stranger Things star Gaten Matarazzo is headed back to Broadway! He will make his Broadway return in the role of Jared Kleinmann in Dear Evan Hansen, beginning July 19. Get the scoop.

VIDEO: DEAR EVAN HANSEN's Zachary Noah Piser and Jessica Phillips Take Part in Mental Health Awareness Campaign
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 17, 2022

Today, the Child Mind Institute launched Dare to Share — a powerful mental health awareness campaign to reduce stigma and normalize conversations about emotional, social, and psychological wellbeing among youth. The campaign launched in conjunction with Mental Health Awareness Month.

Photos: Zachary Noah Piser to Step Into the Role of Evan Hansen in DEAR EVAN HANSEN Beginning Tonight!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 17, 2022

Tonight (May 17, 2022), Zachary Noah Piser, will step into the of ‘Evan Hansen’ on Broadway in Dear Evan Hansen, the Tony, Grammy and Oliver Award-winning musical. Piser, who has been part of the Dear Evan Hansen family since March 2019 and was most recently the ‘Evan’ alternate on Broadway, becomes the first Asian American actor to play the role full-time.

DEAR EVAN HANSEN's Zachary Noah Piser and Talia Simone Robinson to Perform at Bloomingdale's 59th Street
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 11, 2022

Bloomingdale’s has partnered with The Tony and Grammy Award®-winning Best Musical on Broadway, Dear Evan Hansen, for a public service announcement and in-store performance supporting the Child Mind Institute.

DEAR EVAN HANSEN & Blueberry Announce Metaverse Fundraiser in Support of Mental Health Awareness Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 5, 2022

In honor of May’s Mental Health Awareness month, Dear Evan Hansen, the Tony, Grammy, Olivier-Award winning Broadway musical, is partnering with Blueberry Entertainment, the industry’s leading digital fashion brand, to launch an innovative metaverse fundraising event.

Talia Simone Robinson Takes Over As Zoe Murphy in DEAR EVAN HANSEN Beginning Tonight
by Team BWW - May 3, 2022

Tonight, May 3, Talia Simone Robinson will become the first Black actor to play Zoe Murphy in Dear Evan Hansen on Broadway full-time. Previously Zoe/Alana understudy, Robinson succeeds Gabriella Carruba, who played the role until May 1.

Manoel Felciano Will Join Cast DEAR EVAN HANSEN on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - April 12, 2022

BroadwayWorld has just learned that Tony Award Nominee Manoel Felciano will join the Broadway company of Dear Evan Hansen as Larry Murphy, beginning Saturday, April 30. Ivan Hernandez is set to play his final performance on April 29.

Photos: Get a Behind-The-Scenes Look at Ben Levi Ross in DEAR EVAN HANSEN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 31, 2022

Ben Levi Ross was welcomed back to the Music Box Theatre (239 West 45th Street) on March 22, where he re-joined the Broadway company of Dear Evan Hansen as 'Evan Hansen.' Ross made his Broadway debut as a cover in Dear Evan Hansen in 2017, and went on to star as the original Evan in the first North American Tour.

4th Annual DEAR EVAN HANSEN College Essay Contest Announced
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 23, 2022

Dear Evan Hansen, Broadway Education Alliance Inc. and Gotham Writers Workshop announced today that the 4th annual Dear Evan Hansen College Essay Writing Contest is open for submissions from 11th and 12th grade students across North America.

Ben Levi Ross Returns to DEAR EVAN HANSEN Beginning Tomorrow For Eight Weeks Only
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 21, 2022

Ben Levi Ross will be welcomed back to the Music Box Theatre (239 West 45th Street) this Tuesday, March 22, where he will re-join the Broadway company of Dear Evan Hansen as ‘Evan Hansen.’

VIDEO: Meet DEAR EVAN HANSEN's Zachary Noah Piser on Backstage with Richard Ridge
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - May 15, 2022

Watch as Richard Ridge catches up with Broadway's newest Evan Hansen, Zachary Noah Piser.

Zachary Noah Piser Will Take Over Title Role in DEAR EVAN HANSEN, and More New Casting For 2022
by Stephi Wild - February 18, 2022

This spring, the show will welcome back Ben Levi Ross, who earned critical acclaim when he originated the role of 'Evan Hansen' on the first North American tour after understudying the role on Broadway. Zachary Noah Piser, who has been part of the Dear Evan Hansen family since March 2019 and is currently the 'Evan' alternate on Broadway, will then become the first Asian American actor to step into the role full-time.

VIDEO: Jordan Fisher Talks DEAR EVAN HANSEN on CBS MORNINGS
by Michael Major - January 11, 2022

Jordan Fisher appeared on CBS Mornings this morning to discuss returning to Broadway in the title role of Dear Evan Hansen. The actor also touched on his own mental health struggles and how they allow him to connect to the role. Fisher also discussed his personal rules regarding social media and expecting a baby with his wife!

BWW Review: DEAR EVAN HANSEN Spotlights The Importance of Community and Acceptance
by Emily Short - January 6, 2022

Dear Evan Hansen encourages smiles and laughs, steals gasps and tears, and teaches one of life’s most important lessons–we all have a place in this world.

Student Blog: Dear Evan Hansen Reopening Night - Meeting My Idol
by Student Blogger: Max Martinez - December 30, 2021

I waited months for this day, but I’m finally in Manhattan, wearing my lavender hoodie from Jordan Fisher’s official merch. It reads “Be My Friend” on my chest and there’s a small heart on one of the sleeves, the same place where Jordan has his heart-shaped tattoo. According to him, it means to “wear your heart on your sleeve”.

Dear Evan Hansen FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Dear Evan Hansen have there been?
Dear Evan Hansen has had 6 productions including Washington, DC (Regional) which opened in 2015, Off-Broadway which opened in 2016, Broadway which opened in 2016, Toronto which opened in 2019, West End which opened in 2021 and US Tour which opened in 2021.
What Tony Awards has Dear Evan Hansen been nominated for?
Dear Evan Hansen has been nominated for several Tony Awards including Best Book of a Musical for Steven Levenson, Best Direction of a Musical for Michael Greif, Best Lighting Design of a Musical for Japhy Weideman, Best Orchestrations for Alex Lacamoire, and Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for Benj Pasek.
What Tony Awards has Dear Evan Hansen won?
Dear Evan Hansen has won several Tony Awards, including Best Book of a Musical for Steven Levenson, Best Direction of a Musical for Michael Greif, Best Lighting Design of a Musical for Japhy Weideman, Best Orchestrations for Alex Lacamoire, and Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for Benj Pasek.
What awards has Dear Evan Hansen been nominated for?
Dear Evan Hansen has been nominated for several awards, including the Distinguished Performance Award at the Drama League Awards for Ben Platt and Rachel Bay Jones. The show was also nominated for Outstanding Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Musical at the Drama League Awards.
What awards has Dear Evan Hansen won?
Dear Evan Hansen has won the Distinguished Performance Award at the Drama League Awards for Ben Platt and Rachel Bay Jones. It also won the Outstanding Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Musical at the Drama League Awards.

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