Before select Saturday & Sunday performances, join us for scholarly conversations led by Regina Buccola, Ph.D. and Stephen Bennett, Ph.D. that examine the play & interpretive choices made by the director & creative team.
MAR 21 - APR 27, 2025
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MAR 21 - APR 27, 2025
Music and lyrics by Ray Davies
Book by Joe Penhall
Original story by Ray Davies
Directed by Edward Hall
The Yard
Sunny Afternoon
Music and lyrics by Ray Davies
Book by Joe Penhall
Original story by Ray Davies
Directed by Edward Hall
The Yard
Run Time: Approximately 2 hours, 30 minutes (with intermission)
Audience Notice: Contains loud music, a prop firearm, a sound effect of simulated gunshots, flashing lights, theatrical haze—and a whole lot of rock ‘n’ roll.
“Hits like a flood of pure serotonin! A white‑hot musical take on one of the most iconic & influential bands of all time”
“Fresh, vibrant, joyful & delightfully chaotic… this show has The Kinks’ signature sound down”
From working-class London lads to rock ‘n’ roll icons, The Kinks exploded onto the ‘60s music scene with a raw, energetic new sound that rocked a nation and changed the industry forever. The story of the band’s atmospheric rise to fame is told through their own prolific catalog of hit songs, including “You Really Got Me,” “Lola,” and “All Day and All of the Night”—all performed live onstage by the actors. You’ll be rocking out in your seat with a live concert experience of the irresistible music that inspired generations. With an original story, music, and lyrics by The Kinks’ legendary Ray Davies and a script by Joe Penhall, this award-winning new musical makes its North American Premiere directed by Artistic Director Edward Hall, whose UK debut production took the West End by storm.
Students, young professionals, and theater lovers under age 30 can sign up for $30 Under 30 to access world‑class theater at an everyday price.
SUN, APR 13
WED, APR 16
FRI, APR 18
Run Time: Approximately 2 hours, 30 minutes (with intermission)
Audience Notice: Contains loud music, a prop firearm, a sound effect of simulated gunshots, flashing lights, theatrical haze—and a whole lot of rock ‘n’ roll.
SUN, APR 13
WED, APR 16
FRI, APR 18
SUN, APR 13
WED, APR 16
FRI, APR 18
“One of those must-see musicals you MUST SEE! An electrifying tribute to the power & passion of rock ‘n’ roll”
“This really got me goin’… it sounds, looks and feels like The Kinks are back. Aficionados & new fans are going to love it!”
“Masterfully staged with a super-charged ensemble… offers the unmistakable sound of that raw, rebellious era”
“You will be on your feet, the music flying around you like a wonderful, sonic blizzard”
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