Broadway in Chicago held a press conference July 21 at the Stadium Club inside Wrigley Stadium, 1060 W. Addison. “Billy Elliot the Musical” will launch a U.S. national tour, starting with an extended run in Chicago next spring. The producers, along with composer Sir Elton John, were on hand to explain how the show and Chicago are “dear to their hearts.” Tickets go on sale this November and will range from $28 to $100. For more information, please visit www.BillyElliotTheMusical.com and www.BroadwayInChicago.com.