Chicago 1975 - Articles Page 23

Ages: 12+
Opened: June 3, 1975
Closing: August 27, 1977

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Based on the play Chicago by Maurine Dallas Watkins

Escrito por Fred Ebb y Bob Fosse, con música de John Kander y letras de Fred Ebb, Chicago ha sido visto por más de 17 millones de espectadores en todo el mundo, y ha recaudado la espectacular cifra de más de 850 millones de dólares. Ambientado en medio de la extravagante decadencia de los años 20, este musical cuenta la historia de Roxie Hart y Velma Kelly, dos mujeres ambiciosas encerradas por crímenes pasionales, que luchan por conseguir el favor de Billy Flynn, un famoso abogado que utiliza a la prensa sensacionalista para conseguir la libertad de sus clientes.

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Marroquin to Join Broadway's Chicago as Roxie, August 22
by BWW News Desk - Jul 18, 2006


Bianca Marroquin will return to the Broadway company of Chicago on August 22nd

Wilson's Chicago Extension Cancelled; DeJean Fills In
by BWW News Desk - Jul 18, 2006


Due to other commitments, Rita Wilson will no longer be performing in Chicago through August 20th; Michelle DeJean will play Roxie from August 8th through August 20th

Chicago Tour is Sexy Fun, but Stops Short of Stratosphere
by Maya Cantu - Jul 12, 2006


Although the national tour of Chicago, currently onstage at Wolf Trap in DC, offers darkly sexy fun and a stunning turn by Michelle DeJean, performances are uneven and the revival itself lacks a bit of sting

Rita Wilson Extends Chicago Run Through August 20
by BWW News Desk - Jun 14, 2006


Rita Wilson, currently starring as Roxie Hart in the Broadway company of Chicago, has extended her run as the merry murderess through August 20th

The Chicago Tour Stops in Seattle
by Robbie Wachs - May 22, 2006


By now, just about everyone has seen some form of Kander and Ebb's razzle-dazzle musical Chicago. With a successful revival and an even more successful film, the 1975 musical that lost all its Tony Awards to a little show called A Chorus Line is now a worldwide phenomenon. Currently touring the country (and fresh off a stop in Dubai of all places), I am happy to report that Chicago is in fine shape. Though the Rob Marshall screen treatment is quite good, nothing can touch seeing the acclaimed revival live.

Obba Babatunde Extends Chicago Run Through Aug. 6
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2006


The newest Billy Flynn in the Broadway hit Chicago, Obba Babatunde has extended his run in the show through on August 6th

Lillias White Extends Chicago Run Through September 10
by BWW News Desk - Apr 21, 2006


Tony Award-winner Lillias White will stay with the Broadway company of Chicago for an additional few months, through September 10th; she was previously scheduled to leave on April 23rd

John O'Hurley Joins National Tour of Chicago for 3 Cities
by BWW News Desk - Apr 10, 2006


John O'Hurley will play his final performance as Billy Flynn in Chicago at the Ambassador Theatre on Sunday, April 16th, but will be joining the national touring company of the musical for three special engagements in Charlotte, NC, Atlanta and Tampa

Kevin Chamberlin Steps into Bway's Chicago as Amos, June 12
by BWW News Desk - Apr 7, 2006


Kevin Chamberlin will succeed P.J. Benjamin as Amos Hart in the Broadway company of Chicago on June 12th

Obba Babatunde Steps Into Chicago, April 17; D'Amboise and Braxton Also to Return
by BWW News Desk - Mar 29, 2006


The newest Billy Flynn in the Broadway production of Chicago will be Obba Babatunde, who will return to the Ambassador Theatre on April 17th; succeeding John O'Hurley, he will continue in the show through June 11th.

Chicago Movie Producer Hits Miramax with $10 Million Lawsuit
by BWW News Desk - Mar 21, 2006


Martin Richards, one of the producers of the Oscar-winning Chicago movie and the head of Producer Circle Co., has hit Miramax Film Corps with a $10 million lawsuit

Robin Givens Extends Chicago Run Through April 16
by BWW News Desk - Feb 27, 2006


Robin Givens has extended her engagement as Roxie Hart in the Broadway company of Chicago at the Ambassador Theatre through April 16th

John O'Hurley Extends Chicago Run Through April 16
by BWW News Desk - Feb 20, 2006


John O'Hurley, who currently plays Billy Flynn in Chicago, will now be seen in the show through April 16th after extending his engagement

Givens and DeJean to Swap Chicago Engagements, Feb. 16-March 6
by BWW News Desk - Feb 9, 2006


Robin Givens and Michele DeJean will switch places as Roxie Hart in the touring company and Broadway production of Chicago from February 16th through March 6th

West Side Story, My Fair Lady and Chicago Films Play the Ziegfeld Theatre, Feb. 10-16
by BWW News Desk - Jan 30, 2006


The Oscar-winning film versions of West Side Story, My Fair Lady and Chicago will be seen at the Ziegfeld Theatre from February 19th through 16th

Photo Coverage: John O'Hurley and Robin Givens Prepare for Bway Debuts in Chicago
by Walter McBride - Jan 11, 2006


On January 16th, John O'Hurley and Robin Givens will join the Broadway company of Chicago, which will reach its 10-year anniversary this year

Lillias White Takes Over as Mama Morton in Chicago, Jan. 30
by BWW News Desk - Jan 10, 2006


On January 30th, Tony Award-winner Lillias White will become the next actress to play Mama Morton in the Broadway company of Chicago

Winant Begins Run as Chicago's Amos, Jan. 16; Bokhour to Follow
by BWW News Desk - Dec 28, 2005


Bruce Winant, and then Raymond Bokhour, will appear as Amos Hart in the Broadway company of Chicago in upcoming months

Brenda Braxton Steps Back Into Chicago, December 5
by BWW News Desk - Nov 3, 2005


On December 5th, Brenda Braxton will once again play Velma Kelly in the Broadway production of Chicago

John O'Hurley to Head into Chicago in January 2006
by BWW News Desk - Oct 1, 2005


John O'Hurley, well-known for appearing on 'Seinfeld' and 'Dancing with the Stars,' will step into the role of Billy Flynn in Chicago in January 2006

Seinfeld's John O'Hurley May Star in Chicago
by BWW News Desk - Aug 5, 2005


John O'Hurley, best known for playing J. Peterman on Seinfeld, is in talks to play Billy Flynn in the long-running revival of Chicago

Debra Monk to Step Into Chicago as Mama Morton on Sept. 6
by BWW News Desk - Aug 1, 2005


Tony Award-winner Debra Monk will succeed Carol Woods as Matron Mama Morton in Chicago on September 6th

Frances Ruffelle Returns to West End Chicago, Aug. 1
by BWW News Desk - Jul 25, 2005


Tony Award-winner Frances Ruffelle will return to the role of Roxie Hart in the London production of Chicago on August 1st

Carol Woods Returns to Chicago on July 26
by BWW News Desk - Jul 21, 2005


Carol Woods will once again play Matron 'Mama' Morton in Chicago, beginning on July 26th

McDonald Plays Billy Flynn in Chicago, Starting on July 1
by BWW News Desk - Jun 17, 2005


Television and film star Christopher McDonald will step into the role of Chicago's Billy Flynn on July 1st

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1996   Off-Broadway Encores! Concert
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1996   Broadway Broadway Revival
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1997   US Tour 1st National Tour
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1997   West End London Revival
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1997   US Tour 2nd National Tour
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2012   US Tour National Tour
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2014   US Tour National Tour (2014-2015)
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2018   West End West End Return Engagement
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2022   US Tour US Tour
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Chicago - 1975 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1976 Tony Awards Best Book of a Musical Fred Ebb
1976 Tony Awards Best Book of a Musical Bob Fosse
1976 Tony Awards Best Choreography Bob Fosse
1976 Tony Awards Best Costume Design Patricia Zipprodt
1976 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Musical Bob Fosse
1976 Tony Awards Best Lighting Design Jules Fisher
1976 Tony Awards Best Musical Robert Fryer
1976 Tony Awards Best Musical James Cresson
1976 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre John Kander
1976 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Fred Ebb
1976 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Jerry Orbach
1976 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical Chita Rivera
1976 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical Gwen Verdon
1976 Tony Awards Best Scenic Design Tony Walton

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