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Billy Elliot the Musical Theatre : Ford Center/Oriental Theatre, Chicago Illinois Dates : Through November 28, 2010 Running time: Approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes, including intermission. Other information: FINAL WEEKS! Recommended for ages 8+ and includes some strong language Elton John's new musical, BILLY ELLIOT, is "THE BEST SHOW YOU WILL EVER SEE" (New York Post). Thrilling audiences worldwide and winning ten 2009 Tony Awards® including BEST MUSICAL, the "BEST MUSICAL OF THE DECADE" (Time Magazine) is now playing in Chicago! BILLY ELLIOT the Musical is the heartwarming celebration of one young boy's triumph against the odds. Set in a small mining town, the story follows Billy's journey as he stumbles out of a boxing ring and into a ballet class and discovers his dream to dance. Full of life, laughter, award-winning choreography and an unforgettable score, this uplifting show is "IMPOSSIBLE TO RESIST" (Chicago Tribune). Based on the international smash-hit film, BILLY ELLIOT is brought to life by the Tony-winning creative team — director Stephen Daldry, choreographer Peter Darling and writer Lee Hall — along with music legend Elton John, who has written what the New York Post calls "HIS BEST SCORE YET!" Ticket prices are $30 to $100 and may be ordered through Ticketmaster, or see Ticket Information for more options. GROUPS OF 15 OR MORE ON SALE NOW! CALL (312) 977-1710