"44 is smart, sophisticated satire, a hilarious R&B musical stocked with top-drawer talent and comedic invention."
The Chicago Tribune
44
May 2 – June 22, 2025
Barack Obama's election changed history. And as we can clearly see, it also ended racism forever! But 44 is the story of Obama you won't read about in history books...because history books are now banned in most states. But also because 44 is the story of Obama as Joe Biden kinda sorta remembers it...as a musical.
Showtimes
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Q&A Talkback
Stick around after the show for a post-show conversation with members of the cast and creative team. Ask questions, hear stories, and go behind the scenes of 44 The Musical.
Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 7:30PM
Show Details
44
Written and Directed by Eli Bauman
Choreography by James Alsop
Musical Direction by Anthony “Brew” Brewster
Produced by Monica Saunders-Weinberg
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