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The hit musical revue “Going Bacharach” arrives at Chicago\u2019s Apollo Theater April 21 through May 17. (L to R, Hilary Kole, John Pagano and Ta-Tynisa Wilson. Photo by Russ Rowland)\u00a0<\/p>\n
Due to popular demand,\u00a0Going Bacharach: The Songs of an Icon<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0has been extended through June 21 at the\u00a0Apollo Theater Chicago<\/a> Fresh from a record-breaking New York engagement, this vibrant musical revue celebrates the enduring genius of Burt Bacharach<\/strong>, whose songs have long defined the emotional soundtrack of modern life.<\/p>\n Adrian Galante performs during “Going Bacharach: The Songs of an Icon” coming to the Apollo Theater April 21 – May 17. (Photo by Russ Rowland)<\/p>\n Conceived and produced by Jack Lewin<\/strong> and directed by Tony Award-winner David Zippel<\/strong>, the production arrives in Chicago intact with its original New York cast and creative team. That continuity is part of the show\u2019s appeal, preserving the chemistry that made its Off-Broadway run such a sensation. Critics in New York praised its intimacy and musical precision, noting how seamlessly it blends nostalgia with fresh energy.<\/p>\n Hilary Kole Performs timeless hits from “Going Bacharach: The Songs of an Icon,” coming April 21- May 17 to the Apollo Theater. (Photo by Russ Rowland)<\/p>\n The revue brings together a trio of powerhouse vocalists, including Hilary Kole, John Pagano<\/strong> and Ta-Tynisa Wilson<\/strong>, each offering their own interpretation of Bacharach\u2019s rich catalog. They are joined onstage by Adrian Galante,<\/strong> who also serves as music director while leading a five-piece band. Together, they breathe new life into timeless favorites such as \u201cAlfie,\u201d \u201cWalk On By,\u201d \u201cI Say a Little Prayer\u201d and \u201cWhat the World Needs Now,\u201d songs that feel as immediate today as when they first topped the charts.<\/p>\n (L to R) Ta-Tynisa Wilson, Adrian Galante, John Pagano and Hilary Kole. (Photo by Russ Rowland)\u00a0<\/p>\n What sets this production apart is its sense of storytelling through song. Rather than simply revisiting familiar hits, the performers uncover new emotional textures in Bacharach\u2019s music, revealing both its sophistication and its surprising intimacy. The arrangements, crafted by Galante with musical supervision from Tedd Firth,<\/strong> balance elegance with spontaneity, allowing each number to unfold with clarity and heart.<\/p>\n Bacharach\u2019s legacy looms large over the evening. Over a career spanning nearly seven decades, he collaborated with lyricists such as Hal David<\/strong> and Carole Bayer Sager,<\/strong> creating a body of work that bridged the Great American Songbook and contemporary pop. His songs have been recorded by legends ranging from Dionne Warwick<\/strong> and Aretha Franklin<\/strong> to Frank Sinatra<\/strong> and Elvis Presley,<\/strong> and continue to resonate with new generations of artists and audiences alike.<\/p>\n The Chicago engagement offers a chance to experience these songs in a setting that feels both polished and personal. Scenic design by Christopher Swader<\/strong> and Justin Swader,<\/strong> along with costumes by Frank Cazares,<\/strong> creates a sleek backdrop that keeps the focus squarely on the music. The result is an evening that feels less like a concert and more like a conversation between artists and audience.<\/p>\n With ticket prices ranging from accessible seats to VIP cabaret experiences, the production invites both longtime Bacharach devotees and curious newcomers to rediscover a catalog that has shaped decades of popular music. Whether it is the wistful romance of \u201cClose to You\u201d or the quiet optimism of \u201cWhat the World Needs Now,\u201d the songs carry a timeless appeal that continues to connect across generations.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
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