Belgian Premiere of Jonathan Larson’s tick, tick… BOOM! in Brussels
This autumn, The Bridge Theatre brings a premiere to Brussels: the very first Belgian production of the electrifying rock musical tick, tick… BOOM! From the groundbreaking creator of RENT, Jonathan Larson, comes a raw, heartfelt and passionate story, pulsing with dreams, doubts and unforgettable music.
Set in New York in 1990, Jon is on the brink of turning thirty. He’s waiting tables while trying to finish the musical he believes could change everything. But time is running out—and life isn’t waiting. As his girlfriend dreams of a quieter life, and his best friend is climbing the corporate ladder, Jon faces one question: risk everything for a dream that may never come true, or walk away before it’s too late?
British director and choreographer Ewan Jones delivers an intimate yet energetic production filled with humor, doubt, and urgency. Larson’s score—a vibrant blend of rock, pop, and musical theatre – drives the story with unstoppable momentum.
“tick, tick… BOOM! is a musical about the fear that time will slip away before you can leave behind something worth remembering,” says Jones.
Practical information
Venue: Stassart House, Brussels
Dates: 14 October – 2 November 2025
Tickets: On sale soon
About The Bridge Theatre
Opened in 2021, The Bridge Theatre is the only professional English-language theatre in the Belgian capital. It produces two new plays per year, each with a cast of high-level actors (English speakers or those with previous English-language experience). As a nomadic theatre, each production is presented in a different venue in Brussels.
The Bridge Theatre is more than just a production company. It engages with the local community through a variety of activities, combining community workshops, activities for schools, and immersive training experiences for businesses, in addition to its original productions, to share the benefits of the performing arts beyond the stage.
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Ann Ramaekers
