Hairspray

Julia Morgan Theater
2640 College Avenue Berkeley

Hairspray, the hit musical based on John Waters' cult classic film, is boppin' onto the stage at Berkeley's Julia Morgan Theater this spring and it's piled bouffant-high with laughter, romance and infectious tunes. Set in 1960s Baltimore, Hairspray tells the story of lovable teen Tracy Turnblad, a misfit who becomes a local celebrity by dancing on TV's Corny Collins Show. Tracy's love of dancing leads her to become an unlikely heroine, triumphing over both snotty teen queens and racial segregation. And she does it all without mussing a single hair on her stylish 'do. The fun show won eight Tony Awards for its Broadway run.