Sofa King Queer

A WORLD PREMIERE MUSICALSofa King Queer
A vibrant pop-punk musical about fu*king, family, and queer resistance.
Tickets between $30 – $60

Book, Music, and Lyrics by Kevin Sparrow
Directed by JD Caudill
Music Directed by Ron Attreau
Show run November 1 – December 2, 2024

Synopsis:
Chicago, September 2008: A group of LGBTQIA+ folks collide in one 24-hour period in this vibrant pop-punk musical about fu*king, family, and queer resistance. Through infectious tunes and heartfelt storytelling, these six people navigate desire, family bonds, and societal pressures amidst the backdrop of a rapidly changing world.

Music booker Topher is hosting the secret show of sometime lover Brody, lead singer of an about-to-be-famous band. Brody’s band is unknowingly headlining the venue’s first queer dance night, created by Topher’s current lover, Granger. Nao, the partner of Topher’s cousin Sil, sweeps in looking for guidance on how to deal with crises of love and social justice. Topher’s teen sister, Patty, stops by to pass time and gossip, learning more than she ever expected. As Topher’s apartment becomes crowded with guests expected and unexpected, Sofa King Queer raises the question: which secrets are worth revealing, and which ones should we keep to ourselves?

Location:
Berger Park Cultural Center Coach House
6205 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL 60660, USA

Special Event Shows:
Costume Contest – Thursday, October 31 (preview), at intermission
Opening Night – Friday, November 1
Understudy Show – Saturday, November 2
Understudy Show – Friday, November 8
Student Mixer/Understudy Show – Wednesday, November 13, starting at 6pm
Understudy Show/Talkback – Saturday November 23, 2pm
Talkback – Saturday, November 30, after the 2pm performance
Understudy Show – Saturday, November 30, 7pm
Industry Mixer – Monday, December 2, starting at 6pm

Wheelchair accessible
Restrooms available

Parking: Sacred Heart Lot on Granville/Kenmore
Street parking (check signs for permits or paid parking)
Public transit available
CTA Red Line: Granville Station (about a 5-minute walk from the venue)
Buses: Route 151: Sheridan (stops at Granville/Sheridan)
Route 147: Outer Drive Express (stops at Granville/Sheridan)
Route 36: Broadway (stops at Granville/Broadway, a short walk to the venue)

Refreshments: Snacks and beverages available for donations
Donations support our ongoing programming and directly benefit the production team
Ticketing Policy:

Ticketing: All tickets can be gifted to others or back to the theater
General Admission Tickets: Exchanges possible up to one week before any performance day
Exchanges after one week incur a $5 fee per ticket