Dear Evan Hansen
Making its Bloomington debut and the winner of six Tony Awards.
Event Description
Declared “one of the most remarkable shows in musical theater history” by The Washington Post, DEAR EVAN HANSEN is the first musical to take a groundbreaking look—from the point of view of both the parents and young people—at our complex, interconnected, and social media-filled lives.
Evan Hansen is a high school student who always feels like he’s on the outside looking in. Evan finally gets what so many of us are searching for—the chance to finally fit in. What follows is a poignant, funny, and powerful musical about how, even though it can be hard, we can find each other—and ourselves—along the way.
Including some of the most iconic musical theatre songs from the last decade, “You Will Be Found,” “Waving Through A Window,” and “For Forever,” DEAR EVAN HANSEN features an uplifting score by the Tony-, Grammy-, and Oscar-winning team behind The Greatest Showman and La La Land, Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, and a book by Tony Award-winner Steven Levenson.
Accessibility
Sign Language Interpretation & Audio Description
Available upon advanced request for both performances.
Hearing Assistance
Wireless, infrared headset systems are available for all performances. Headsets may be used with or without a hearing aid and are distributed free of charge at coat check.
Engagement Events
Pre-Show Talk with Children and Family Counselors
April 1 and 2, 6:30–7:15 p.m.
Woodburn Hall Room 121
Counselors from Centerstone will lead a conversation surrounding the mental health themes found in Dear Evan Hansen. They will discuss how for current high schoolers, there is importance in connection, finding your place, and the impact of social media as a tool for connection but also a source for potential harm, misinformation, and comparison.
This is a free public event and will take place prior to both performances.
Dear Evan Hansen: A Letter to My Future Self
April 1 and 2, 6:30–7:30 p.m.
IU Auditorium Lobby
Aligned with the themes of the production, we partnered with the Eskenazi Museum of Art to host a letter-writing activity, inviting IU students to reflect on their present selves and envision their future. Through creative exploration and therapeutic guidance, they crafted personal letters to their future selves, fostering growth and self-compassion.
This free event for ticket holders will take place in IU Auditorium's main lobby area prior to the show starting.
Post-Show Talkback with Cast and Crew
April 1 only, post show
IU Auditorium Stage
Ticket holders for the April 1 performance are invited to stay after the show for a post-show talkback with members of the cast and crew from Dear Evan Hansen.
Run Time, Age, and Content Warnings
Run time is approximately 2 hours, 25 minutes including intermission.
Recommended for ages 12 and up.
This show includes haze, fog, and strobe.
Prohibited Items
- Weapons of any kind
- Golf umbrellas
- Backpacks or any large bag measuring larger than 16"x16"x8"
- Outside food and beverages
- Posters or large signs
- Professional photo or video cameras
- Cigarettes/e-cigarettesIllegal drugs or paraphernalia
Calendar
Apr 2025
Upcoming Events
Champions of Magic: Chasing the Unbelievable
The world's best illusionist bring this spectacular stage show to Bloomington.
Event Starts 7:30 PM
facebook
Follow