The highly acclaimed, Tony Award-winning musical Dear Evan Hansen is making its South African debut in 2025, featuring an all-local cast. Presented by Showtime Management and How Now Brown Cow Productions, this emotionally powerful production will be staged at Cape Town’s Artscape from 12 February to 9 March 2025, before moving to Montecasino’s Teatro in Johannesburg from 15 March to 13 April 2025.
A moving exploration of social connection in the digital age, Dear Evan Hansen follows the story of Evan, a high school student struggling with social anxiety and loneliness. The South African production sees Fleur du Cap Theatre Award winner Stuart Brown take on the coveted lead role. Brown, known for We Will Rock You and MAMMA MIA!, joins an esteemed cast including Lucy Tops (The Rocky Horror Show), Justin Swartz (West Side Story), and Ntshikeng Matooane (MAMMA MIA!).
Directed by Greg Karvellas, with musical supervision by Charl-Johan Lingenfelder, Dear Evan Hansen promises a gripping theatrical experience, highlighting themes of identity, belonging, and mental health. The production features a score by Grammy, Tony, and Academy Award-winning duo Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, known for La La Land and The Greatest Showman.
Tickets are available through showtime.co.za, hownowbrowncow.co.za, and ticketmaster.co.za. Prices range from R200 to R500, with Terrific Tuesday discounts and 20% off group bookings for 20 or more on selected performances.
Don’t miss this chance to witness one of Broadway’s most profound musicals, now brought to life by South Africa’s top theatrical talent. Secure your tickets now and experience the magic of Dear Evan Hansen!