<p><span style="color:#000000">The answer depends on if you mean the musical or the book. The 2004 American novel was written in the first person by <strong>Ned Vizzini</strong>, who introduced the fictional SQUIP pill that changed has now changed our lives forever. The nerdy, sci-fi publication got an "upgrade" when it was adapted into a stage musical by <strong>Joe Tracz</strong>, who wrote the book, and <strong>Joe Iconis</strong>, who wrote the infectious music and catchy lyrics.</span></p>
<br/> Who made Be More Chill?<p><span style="color:#000000">If you mean "Who is on the creative team," then you've come to the right place! The new London production of <em>Be More Chill </em>features<strong> Stephen Brackett</strong> in the director's chair alongside <strong>Chase Brock</strong> as choreographer, <strong>Bobby Frederick Tilley II </strong>as costume designer,<strong> Tyler Micoleau</strong> as lighting designer, <strong>Emily Marshall </strong>as musical vocal arranger,<strong> Will Burton</strong> as UK casting director, <strong>Beowulf Boritt </strong>as set designer, <strong>Ryan Rumery</strong> as sound designer, <strong>Charlie Rosen </strong>as musical supervisor and orchestrator, and <strong>Alex Basco Koch</strong> as projection designer.</span></p>
<br/> When did Be More Chill open on Broadway?<p><span style="color:#000000"><em>Be More Chill </em>opened on Broadway <strong>on 13 February 2019</strong> at the Lyceum Theatre.</span></p>
<br/> Where did Be More Chill open originally?<p><span style="color:#000000">The <em>Be More Chill </em>musical received its <strong>world premiere in New Jersey on 30 May 2015 at the Two River Theatre in Red Bank</strong>. It later enjoyed an Off-Broadway run in the summer of 2018 at the Irene Diamond Stage at Pershing Square Signature Center in Manhattan. The Off-Broadway run ended up completely selling out, which prompted producers to extend the musical's run at the venue by one week before <em>Be More Chill</em> eventually found a home on Broadway the next year.</span></p>
<br/> Will Be More Chill come to London?<p><span style="color:#000000">The <em>Be More Chill </em>London performance dates are already set in stone and the musical is set to receive its <strong>London premiere on 12 February 2020</strong> at The Other Palace following the closing of another musical adaptation,</span><em><span style="color:#000000"> </span><a href="https://www.londontheatredirect.com/musical/4223/amelie-the-musical-tickets.aspx"><strong>Amelie The Musical</strong></a></em><span style="color:#000000">. The eleven-week </span><a href="https://www.londontheatredirect.com/tickets/off-west-end-theatre"><strong>Off-West End</strong></a><span style="color:#000000"> run of <strong><em>Be More Chill </em>will finish on 3 May 2020</strong>, though it's unclear at this time whether it's an open-ended run or whether it will end up extending. Only time and ticket sales will tell! But you can certainly help by voting with your wallets to keep the musical alive!</span></p>
<br/> When is Be More Chill set to hit the West End?<p><span style="color:#000000">Although The Other Palace is not officially considered a West End theatre, many theatregoers use the term "West End theatre" freely to denote any London theatre show on in The Big Smoke. So depending on how you look at it, <em>Be More Chill </em>is transferring to the "West End" this February! But not really...</span></p>
<br/> What is Be More Chill on Broadway about?<p><span style="color:#000000"><em>Be More Chill </em>tells the story of high school loser Jeremy, a social outcast who is bullied every day by Rich Goranski, the school bully and most popular kid in school. Jeremy just wants to be one with the crowd and to impress his big crush, Christine, who has her own problems to deal with. Desperate for her classmates to notice her, Christine auditions for the new school play: a Shakespeare knock-off called <em>A Midsummer Nightmare (About Zombies)</em>. Later during rehearsals and after Christine wins the part, Jeremy gets jealous of Jake Dillinger, who flirts with Christine.</span></p> <p><span style="color:#000000">Upset, Jeremy heads to the bathroom where he's met with his bully Rich. Surprisingly, Rich reveals the secret ingredient to his recipe for success: a SQUIP pill that implants a supercomputer in your brain that tells you what to do and say in order to become popular fast! He encourages Jeremy to buy himself a pill and give it a shot so that he can finally learn how to be more chill and laid back. After giving in to peer pressure, Jeremy is met with conflicting voices in his head, arguing for dominance over Jeremy's free will. Can Jeremy really get the girl of his dreams and be the new popular guy, or is the SQUIP computer just a faulty get-cool-quick scheme that's bound to lead to a system crash?</span></p>
<br/> How does Be More Chill end?<p><span style="color:#000000">We don't like to provide any spoilers. If you wish to know the answer to this question, either book your tickets for <em>Be More Chill </em>and find out next year or learn how to restrain yourself from spoiling the show! If you could wait with <em>Game of Thrones, </em>then you can wait to see what happens in <em>Be More Chill! </em>😇</span></p>
<br/> What age is Be More Chill appropriate for?<p><span style="color:#000000"><em>Be More Chill </em>is <strong>recommended for ages 12 and up</strong>, as the musical contains strong language and mature themes that might not be suitable for children. Those <strong>under the age of 4 will not be permitted</strong> to enter the theatre, even with a parent or guardian.</span></p>
<br/> How long is Be More Chill?<p><span style="color:#000000">The show's runtime is<strong> about 2 hours and 30 minutes</strong>, which includes a <strong>15-minute interval</strong> to allow you to "chill" with a cold beverage and refreshments.</span></p>
<br/> Who is in Be More Chill at The Other Palace?<p><span style="color:#000000">The <em>Be More Chill </em>cast for the UK premiere has yet to be announced. It is also still up in the air whether any of the original Broadway cast members will reprise their roles for the run across the pond.</span></p>
<br/> Who starred in the Be More Chill original Broadway cast?<p><span style="color:#000000"><em>Be More Chill </em>on Broadway starred <strong>Will Roland </strong>in the lead role as Jeremy Heere, <strong>Stephani Hsu </strong>as love interest Christine Canigula, <strong>Jason Tam</strong> as the supercomputer voice inside Jeremy's head The SQUIP, <strong>Gerard Canonico</strong> as Rich Goranski, <strong>Britton Smith </strong>as Jake Dillinger, <strong>Lauren Marcus</strong> as Brooke Lohst, <strong>Katlyn Carlson</strong> as Chloe Valentine,<strong> Tiffany Mann</strong> as Jenna Rolan, and <strong>Jason "SweetTooth" Williams </strong>as Mr Heere, Scary Stockboy and Mr Reyes. Many of the cast members reprised their roles from the Off-Broadway and New Jersey runs.</span></p>
<br/> How much are Be More Chill tickets?<p><span style="color:#000000"><em>Be More Chill </em>London theatre tickets will only set you back at £24 if you book the economic saver seats. But if you're hoping to get the best seats at The Other Palace, be prepared to shell out at least £66 to ensure unobstructed views and a comfortable viewing distance. Be sure to book fast, as these tickets will not last long!</span></p>
<br/> Will Be More Chill go on tour?<p><span style="color:#000000">No concrete tour plans have been set. Though if the show proves to be successful (which is highly likely), then we see no reason why a UK nationwide tour wouldn't happen. Definitely stay tuned for details!</span></p>
<br/> Will Be More Chill be a movie?<p><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Yes.</strong> A <em>Be More Chill </em>film adaptation is in the works as we speak. The film is being produced by<strong> Berlanti Productions</strong> and <strong>21 Lap Entertainment</strong>. Details on when the movie will be released in cinemas along with casting information are expected to be announced soon as the big UK premiere of <em>Be More Chill </em>draws closer and closer.</span></p>
<br/> What awards has Be More Chill won?<p><span style="color:#000000">The original Broadway production of <em>Be More Chill </em>was nominated for: a <strong>2019 Tony Award for Best Original Score</strong> (Joe Iconis); <strong>eight Drama Desk Awards</strong>, including for <strong>Outstanding Musical</strong>, <strong>Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical </strong>(George Salazar), <strong>Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical</strong> (Stephanie Hsu), <strong>Outstanding Music</strong>, <strong>Outstanding Lyrics</strong>, <strong>Outstanding Costume Design for a Musical </strong>(Bobby Frederick Tilly II), <strong>Outstanding Projection Design</strong> (Alex Basco Koch), <strong>Outstanding Orchestrations</strong> (Charlie Rosen); and<strong> four Outer Critics Awards</strong> for <strong>Outstanding New Broadway Musical</strong>, <strong>Outstanding New Score</strong>, <strong>Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical</strong>, and <strong>Outstanding Projection Design</strong>.</span></p> <p><span style="color:#000000">Broadway's <em>Be More Chill </em>was also nominated for <strong>seven Broadway.com Audience Awards</strong> and won four of them for <strong>Favorite New Musical, Favorite Funny Performance</strong> (Stephanie Hsu), <strong>Favorite Onstage Pair</strong> (Will Roland and George Salazar), and <strong>Favorite Featured Actor in a Musical </strong>(George Salazar). The musical was also <strong>nominated for 14 Theatre Fan's Choice Awards</strong> and ended up<strong> taking home 10</strong> of them, including one for Will Roland's performance as Jeremy.</span></p>
<br/> What are the best songs in Be More Chill?<p><span style="color:#000000"><em>Be More Chill's </em>best songs are often considered to be "<strong>Michael in the Bathroom</strong>", "<strong>I Love Play Rehearsal</strong>", and "<strong>Loser Geek Whatever</strong>", all three of which were nominated for awards. But you also can't go wrong with such musical numbers as "<strong>The Pants Song</strong>", "<strong>Do You Wanna Hang?</strong>", "<strong>More Than Survive</strong>" and "<strong>Voices in My Head</strong>".</span></p>
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