Mean Girls

Mean Girls — September 2, 2026 at 7:00 PM

The Chicago-area premiere of Mean Girls comes to Paramount Theatre on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, at 7:00 PM, bringing Tina Fey’s iconic high-school comedy to the stage as a lively musical filled with sharp humor, pop-rock songs, and plenty of heart.

Based on the Paramount Pictures film, this stage adaptation features a book by Tina Fey, music by Jeff Richmond, and lyrics by Nell Benjamin, with direction by Devon Hayakawa. The musical was nominated for 12 Tony Awards, including Best Musical and Best Original Score, offering theatergoers a chance to experience a celebrated stage interpretation of a story many audiences already know and love.

The story follows Cady Heron, a smart and sweet newcomer who moves from Africa to suburban Illinois and soon finds herself navigating the complicated social world of North Shore High. Before long, Cady becomes entangled with The Plastics, the school’s most popular—and ruthless—clique, led by the formidable Regina George. What begins as an effort to understand the school’s social dynamics turns into a much bigger journey as Cady discovers that popularity can come at a cost and that revenge can quickly spiral out of control.

With its bold style, big laughs, memorable music, and relatable themes, Mean Girls goes beyond the familiar high-school setting. At its core, the show explores belonging, friendship, peer pressure, identity, and the consequences of trying too hard to fit in. Its message about finding your way back to yourself gives the comedy plenty of heart beneath the drama.

Audience members can also look forward to accessible performances during the production. The Open Captioned performance is scheduled for Wednesday, September 30 at 7 p.m., while the American Sign Language-interpreted performance takes place Friday, October 9 at 7 p.m. Guests attending the ASL performance can use code ASLPARAMOUNT to unlock the ASL seating section and discounted price. Audio description is available upon request, based on availability, by calling the Box Office at 630-896-6666.

For fans of the original film and newcomers alike, the September 2 performance offers an entertaining opportunity to experience Mean Girls live during its Chicago-area premiere. Grab your friends, embrace the pink, and get ready for a musical reminder that even the fiercest frenemies can find redemption.