MACOMB, Ill., Oct. 22 -- Western Illinois University issued the following news release:
MACOMB/MOLINE, IL - - Western Illinois University Theatre and Dance will host Dear Evan Hansen, a theatre performance based on the book by Steven Levenson. The event will take place at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 29-Saturday, Oct. 31 and at 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31 and Sunday, Nov. 1, in Browne Hall, Hainline Theatre.
Dear Evan Hansen is a contemporary musical about a lonely teenager whose attempt to fit in spirals into a lie that brings him connection, compassion and heartbreak. As the truth unravels, Evan must confront the consequences of his choices and learn what it means to be seen and belong.
"When we produce a show with themes like Dear Evan Han...