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Be More Chill at Monumental Theatre Company

Dates: (7/11/2019 - 8/11/2019 )

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Monumental Theatre Company


Ainslie Arts Center on the Campus of Episcopal High School 3900 W. Braddock Road
Alexandria,VA

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Based on the cult sensation novel by Ned Vizzini, Be More Chill is the story of Jeremy Heere, your average, nothing-special teenager at Middleborough High in nothing-special New Jersey. That is, until the day he finds out about "The Squip." Thus begins a journey that pits Jeremy's desire to be popular against his struggle to remain true to his authentic self. Be More Chill is an honest, edgy, super-hilarious look at coming of age in the digital age, set to some of the most exciting songs in contemporary musical theater. This original musical comedy looks at modern issues like depression, bullying, and anxiety through the lens of sci-fi films of the 50s, horror flicks of the 80s, and teen movies of the 90s. Little Shop of Horrors meets The Breakfast Club in this celebration of outcasts, teenaged or otherwise.

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BE MORE CHILL Extends Through August 2 At Monumental Theatre Company
July 25, 2019

Monumental Theatre Company will be adding two additional shows to its critically acclaimed production of Be More Chill a?"a?oeperformed as it was always meant to bea??a?"according to The Washington Post, extending its run through August 2, 2019. Extension shows will play on August 1st at 8pm and August 2nd at 10pm. The August 2nd show will be a a?oeLate Nighta?? engagement including a drinking game with alcoholic beverages available for purchase.

VIDEO: Get A First Look At BE MORE CHILL at Monumental Theatre Company
VIDEO: Get A First Look At BE MORE CHILL at Monumental Theatre Company
July 22, 2019

The viral hit musical Be More Chill, with a book by Joe Tracz and music and lyrics by Joe Iconis, plays July 11 through 29, 2019, at Monumental Theatre Company. Be More Chill follows nerdy loner Jeremy, played by Ben Ribler, who ingests a supercomputer called a 'SQUIP' in order to become cool and popular. Jeremy's best friend Michael is played by Christian Montgomery. His love interest, Christine, is played by Monumental newcomer Jyline Carranza. The 'SQUIP' will be played by Caroline Dubberly. Check out the video!

Photo Flash: BE MORE CHILL at Monumental Theatre Company
Photo Flash: BE MORE CHILL at Monumental Theatre Company
July 18, 2019

Be More Chill only runs a few short weeks - don't miss it. The company has scheduled several special performances including a late night on July 19, a 'chill and grill' picnic on July 21, and two industry nights. Check out photos of the production below!

Review Roundup: What Did the Critics Think of BE MORE CHILL at Monumental Theatre Company
Review Roundup: What Did the Critics Think of BE MORE CHILL at Monumental Theatre Company
July 16, 2019

Be More Chill is playing at Monumental Theatre Company through July 29. Let's see what the critics had to say!

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