Alicia Keys' Hell's Kitchen Takes Chicago by Storm with Rising Star Maya Drake

One of Chicago's premier summer events is the Broadway in Chicago Summer Concert at Millennium Park's Jay Pritzker Pavilion. This annual gathering attracts large crowds eager to celebrate theater and preview upcoming productions. It also serves as a reminder that summer is closing and a fresh season of stellar performances lies ahead. This year’s 2025 summer showcase featured an exciting lineup, including Parade, MJ the Musical, The Sound of Music, Elf the Musical, The Phantom of the Opera, Stereophonic, The Outsiders, The Great Gatsby, Monty Python’s Spamalot, Weather for Elephants, Stuffs, and Hell’s Kitchen. The concert was vibrant, with each act leaving the audience yearning for more. A notable highlight was the Grammy-winning musical Hell’s Kitchen, inspired by Alicia Keys' journey, following 17-year-old Ali, portrayed by Maya Drake. With her original chart-toppers intertwined with exclusive tracks, the show encapsulates her storytelling prowess. Maya Drake, a budding talent with experience from Children’s Musical Theater San Jose and Law & Order: SVU, exudes passion and energy, promising an unforgettable theatrical experience.

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