The Outsiders at Cadillac Palace Theatre

The Outsiders is an award-winning musical that has won an impressive 4 Tony Awards®, including Best Musical, and 2 Drama Desk Awards. And now, the show is coming to the stunning Cadillac Palace Theatre. Don’t miss your chance to experience The New York Post’s “Best New Musical of the Season” this winter! 

Set in 1967 Tulsa, Oklahoma, The Outsiders is the beloved story that defined a generation. It follows Ponyboy Curtis, his best friend Johnny Cade, and their Greaser family of ‘outsiders,’ as they come face to face with their wealthy rivals, the Socs. With a show-stopping original score, The Outsiders is a story about friendship, family, and belonging. Book your tickets today!

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“The Popular Novel and Film is Now a Killer Musical” – New York Stage Review

“The strongest entry in this season’s wave of singer-songwriter outings on Broadway” – Vulture

“Warring teens tug at the heart in one of the season’s best new musicals” – New York Post

The Outsiders at Cadillac Palace Theatre

The Outsiders is playing at the stunning Cadillac Palace Theatre from 10 until 22 February 2026. Opened in 1926, this play will celebrate a century of unforgettable entertainment at Cadillac Palace Theatre. This historic theater, with breathtaking French-inspired architecture and a 2,344-seat capacity, stands tall as Chicago’s top venue. Every season, Cadillac Palace Theatre hosts an exciting carousel of Broadway shows. Located in the heart of Chicago’s Loop, this live performance venue is a premier stop for big touring productions like Les Misérables and Hamilton, making it an ideal stage for an award-winning show like The Outsiders.

Synopsis

The Outsiders is an award-winning musical which is set in 1967 Tulsa, Oklahoma. The story follows Ponyboy Curtis, a 14-year-old orphan caught in between rival gangs: the working-class Greasers and the upper-class Socs. Featuring folk and bluegrass-tinged songs, The Outsiders follows Ponyboy, his brothers, and his friends as the clever teen tries to rewrite a dead-end future.

“For anyone looking for a nostalgic wallow in teen anguish, “The Outsiders” will hit the bull’s-eye.” – The Wall Street Journal

Creative Team

Adapted from S.E. Hinton’s beloved novel and Francis Ford Coppola’s iconic movie, this thrilling Broadway musical boasts a book by Adam Rapp with Justin Levine; music and lyrics by Jamestown Revival (Jonathan Clay & Zach Chance) and Justin Levine; music supervision, orchestration, and arrangements by Justin Levine; choreography by Rick Kuperman & Jeff Kuperman; and direction by Tony Award® winning visionary Danya Taymor. 

The Outsiders also features Scenography by AMP featuring Tatiana Kahvegian, Costume Design by Sarafina Bush, Lighting Design by Brian MacDevitt, Sound Design by Cody Spencer, Projection Design by Hana S. Kim, Special Effects Design by Jeremy Chernick & Lillis Meeh, Hair & Wig Design by Alberto “Albee” Alvarado, Makeup Design by Tishonna Ferguson, Sound Effects Specialist Taylor Bense, Creative Consultant Jack Viertel. Music Direction & Additional Orchestrations by Matt Hinkley. Casting is by Tara Rubin Casting/Xavier Rubiano, CSA.

The amazing cast includes Brody Grant as Ponyboy Curtis, Sky Lakota-Lynch as Johnny Cade, Joshua Boone as Dallas Winston, Brent Comer as Darrel Curtis, Jason Schmidt as Sodapop Curtis, Emma Pittman as Cherry Valance, Daryl Tofa as Two-Bit, Kevin William Paul as Bob and Dan Berry as Paul. The company also includes Jordan Chin, Milena J. Comeau, Barton Cowperthwaite, Tilly Evans-Krueger, Henry Julián Gendron, RJ Higton, Wonza Johnson, Sean Harrison Jones, Maggie Kuntz, Renni Anthony Magee, SarahGrace Mariani, Melody Rose, Josh Strobl, Victor Carrillo Tracey, Trevor Wayne.

“This is an incredible group of talented actors that we’re delighted to introduce to North America beginning this fall,” said producer Matthew Rego of The Araca Group. “We can’t wait for audiences to experience the heart and soul this company will bring to S.E. Hinton’s timeless story”.

History and Awards

The Outsiders musical opened its curtains at the La Jolla Playhouse in February 2023. The following year, the production opened on Broadway at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre in spring 2024. The Outsiders is based on S. E. Hinton’s iconic 1967 novel and the 1983 movie adaptation penned by Kathleen Rowell and directed by Francis Ford Coppola. The Broadway hit musical was directed by visionary Danya Taymor. In 2024, the 77th Tony Awards saw The Outsiders receive as many as twelve nominations, winning four categories, including Best Musical, Best Direction of a Musical, Best Lighting Design, and Best Sound Design. It also snagged Drama Desk Award nominations for Outstanding Musical, Performance, Choreography, Music, Lyrics, Lighting, Scenic Design, as well as Direction, taking home awards for Outstanding Lighting Design and Outstanding Sound Design.

The show also received Outer Critics Circle Award nominations, including Outstanding New Broadway Musical. It won in categories, including Outstanding Lighting Design (Brian MacDevitt and Hana S. Kim), as well as Outstanding Sound Design (Cody Spencer). What’s more, the musical received recognition from the Theatre World Awards, with Brody Grant snagging an award for his performance. Not to mention, top publications like The New York Post calling it “The Best New Musical of the Season.”

Review

“Everything about this production feels original and dynamic. Directed by Danya Taymor, it’s a terrific collaboration highlighting all of the novel’s virtues while sidestepping most of the clunkier aspects. Many in the gifted cast are making their Broadway debuts; and the entire experience is enhanced by a creative team marked by youthful energy. And while you might think a story about teenagers in the 1960’s would be hopelessly dated today, it’s not. Thanks to canny stylizing and an emphasis on character development, the effect is deeply engaging and universal. Key to the success of the production is the excellent score composed by Jamestown Revival (Jonathan Clay & Zach Chance) along with Justin Levine who’s got a huge hand in the show, additionally credited with Music Supervision, Orchestration and Arrangements. Each song is woven seamlessly into the narrative.  The opening number “Tulsa ’67” is a perfect scene setter.”  – New York Stage Review