FOOTLOOSE: The Musical
Presented by Champaign Park District Youth Theatre

When Ren and his mother move from Chicago to a small farming town, he is prepared for the inevitable adjustment period at his new high school. But he’s not prepared for the rigorous local edicts, including a ban on dancing instituted by the local preacher, who is determined to exercise control over the town’s youth.

To the rockin’ rhythm of its Oscar and Tony-nominated Top Forty score, augmented with dynamic new songs, Footloose celebrates the wisdom of listening to young people while guiding them with a warm heart and open mind. 

Music by: Tom Snow
Lyrics by: Dean Pitchford
Stage Adaptation: by Dean Pitchford and Walter Bobbie
Based on the original screenplay by: Dean Pitchford
Additional Music by: Eric Carmen, Sammy Hagar, Kenny Loggins and Jim Steinman



PLEASE NOTE: As a courtesy to patrons, this event is being sold with a gap of two empty seats between each party of attendees within that row. So, for example, a group of four patrons seated together will always have two empty seats between them and the next group of patrons in their row. This feature is provided automatically by the venue's ticketing system and comes at no extra cost to the patron.



FACE MASKS OPTIONAL
In accordance with guidance from Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Public Health, beginning February 28, 2022, the wearing of face masks is considered optional in Champaign Park District facilities, including the Virginia Theatre.

Patrons are still welcome to wear a face mask while at the Virginia, and the theatre will continue to provide complimentary masks to those who wish to wear them.

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Champaign Park District has implemented the following mitigation practices at the Virginia Theatre in accordance with guidelines set by federal, state, and local public health authorities:

• Additional cleaning and disinfecting, with a focus on touch surfaces, door knobs and push plates, railings, auditorium seating, restroom facilities, and countertops.

• Touchless hand sanitizing stations are located throughout the Theatre’s lobbies and work spaces for use by patrons, volunteers, staff, and production personnel.