On July 2, 1982, Larry Walters explained “a man can’t just sit around.” He had just flown 16,000 feet above Los Angeles, California— in a lawn chair. Read the true story of Larry Walters and how he made his extraordinary dream a reality.
MAY 24–JUN 29, 2025
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MAY 24–JUN 29, 2025
By Jack Godfrey
Directed by Ellie Coote
The Yard
42 Balloons
NORTH AMERICAN PREMIERE
By Jack Godfrey
Directed by Ellie Coote
The Yard
Run Time: Approximately 2 hours, 20 minutes (including intermission)
Audience Notice: Explores themes of mental illness, including mention of suicide. If you or someone you know needs support now, call or text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org. Staging also contains flashing lights and theatrical haze.
Inspired by an unbelievable true story, 42 Balloons is a soaringly original musical from the award-winning producers of SIX. On July 2, 1982, truck driver Larry Walters defied the odds (and FAA airspace regulations) to achieve his lifelong dream of flying. In a lawn chair attached to 42 weather balloons, Larry—supported by his girlfriend and a community of unlikely heroes—ascended 16,000 feet into the blue sky above LA, and from the moment he landed, their lives would never be the same. Featuring an irresistible ’80s pop-inspired score, 42 Balloons is a funny, moving, and thrillingly staged new musical that asks: How far would you go for your dream… and how far would you be willing to fly?
JUN 20 ASL Interpretation
JUN 22 Audio Description
JUN 25 Open Captioning
Run Time: Approximately 2 hours, 20 minutes (including intermission)
Audience Notice: Explores themes of mental illness, including mention of suicide. If you or someone you know needs support now, call or text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org. Staging also contains flashing lights and theatrical haze.
JUN 20 ASL Interpretation
JUN 22 Audio Description
JUN 25 Open Captioning
JUN 20 ASL Interpretation
JUN 22 Audio Description
JUN 25 Open Captioning
“A Broadway-worthy production. You don’t want to miss this flight of a lifetime!”
“Undeniably charming. I find myself wanting to go back and hear it again.”
“Absolutely the feel good musical of summer.”
“Will definitely lift your spirits. Truly charismatic performances. It’s got a great heart.”
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Absolute perfection. The music is truly special.”
“Quirky and uplifting!”
“Singable tunes, rip roaring choreography, & a message of hope even in the darkest of times.”
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