New Kinks Musical 'Sunny Afternoon' Lights Up Chicago Shakespeare Theater

Chicago Shakespeare Theater's Sunny Afternoon tells the story of The Kinks, tracing the band’s rise from working-class England to fame while featuring their iconic music.

Published on April 3, 2025

Chicago Shakespeare Theater is currently presenting the musical Sunny Afternoon, which chronicles the journey of The Kinks—from the early days of brothers Ray and Dave Davies in working-class England to their eventual rise to international fame. With music and lyrics by Ray Davies, a book by Joe Penhall, and direction by Edward Hall, the production offers theatergoers a vibrant and unique spin on the legendary band’s story.

The show, running from March 21 through April 27, 2025, combines the band’s timeless hits with a dynamic theatrical experience. Priced between $64 and $140, Sunny Afternoon has caught the attention of both longtime fans and new audiences alike, making it a standout event of the season in Chicago.

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New Kinks Musical 'Sunny Afternoon' Lights Up Chicago Shakespeare Theater

Chicago Shakespeare Theater's *Sunny Afternoon* tells the story of The Kinks, tracing the band’s rise from working-class England to fame while featuring their iconic music.

Published on April 3, 2025

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Chicago Shakespeare Theater's Sunny Afternoon tells the story of The Kinks, tracing the band’s rise from working-class England to fame while featuring their iconic music.