The first book of The Lord of the Rings was first published in July of 1954 The film version of the first book was released in 2001 starring Elijah Wood, Ian McKellen, and Orlando Bloom. The musical was first performed in 2006 in Toronto. And now, it opens at the Chicago Shakespeare Theater in August of 2024. In November, it will open in Auckland, New Zealand.
In the story, Frodo and Sam are on a journey to destroy the one ring to rule them all by throwing it into fires at Mount Doom in Mordor. Along the way, they face many challenges.
This production has some impressive effects, including an impressive full stage depiction of the fires at Mount Doom.
The cast is solid. The performance by Tony Bozzuto as Gollum is especially impressive.
Cost of a ticket: $86
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Get tickets now for The Lord of the Rings – A Musical Tale through September 1st.
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