Chicago Broadway Tickets, News, Info & More
Looking for some Broadway razzle dazzle? Since its Broadway revival in 1996, Chicago has captivated audiences with its razor-sharp satire, unforgettable score, and timeless story of fame, scandal, and corruption.
What's it all about? Set in the Prohibition-era jazz age, Chicago follows the trials of Roxie Hart and Velma Kelly, two women accused of murder, as they vie for the spotlight and a chance to escape conviction with the help of smooth-talking lawyer Billy Flynn. The show is a biting commentary on media sensationalism and the public’s fascination with celebrity, making it as relevant today as when it first premiered.
The original production of Chicago debuted on Broadway in 1975, with a score by John Kander and Fred Ebb and choreography by the legendary Bob Fosse. While it received critical acclaim, the show truly found its enduring success with the 1996 revival, directed by Walter Bobbie and featuring Ann Reinking’s Fosse-inspired choreography. The revival swept the 1997 Tony Awards, winning six, including Best Revival of a Musical, and has become a staple of Broadway ever since.
A minimalist yet striking production design sets Chicago apart. Eschewing elaborate sets, the show relies on sleek black costumes, a prominently featured jazz band on stage, and Fosse’s signature choreography. The stripped-down aesthetic highlights the performers and the music, creating an intimate and electrifying atmosphere that feels fresh even decades later.
The score is a major highlight, with iconic numbers like “All That Jazz,” “Cell Block Tango,” and “Razzle Dazzle” capturing the glitz, grit, and irony of the show’s world. The music, paired with Ebb’s witty lyrics, delivers a captivating blend of humor, cynicism, and drama that has made Chicago a musical theater classic.
Now the longest-running American musical in Broadway history, Chicago has also found international acclaim with productions around the world and a 2002 Academy Award-winning film adaptation, starring Renee Zellweger and Catherine Zeta-Jones.
Whether you’re drawn to its sizzling dance numbers, unforgettable music, or its sly critique of society, Chicago remains a landmark of musical theater, proving that some things truly never go out of style.
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From: Variety
By: Greg Evans
Date: 1996-11-24
9 / 10
Any gripes about the producers of 'Chicago' charging full-scale prices for a stripped-down show evaporate like vapors from bathtub gin the second Bebe Neuwirth & Co. open the show with a pulse-quickening rendition of 'All That Jazz.' This concert staging, wonderfully choreographed by Ann Reinking (with a credit to 'the style of Bob Fosse'), is a bit more elaborate than when presented by City Center's Encores series in the spring, but even if it weren't, the performances, wit and sophistication of the show would more than earn a place on Broadway.
From: New York Times
By: Ben Brantley
Date: 1996-11-15
10 / 10
In the pulse-racing revival of the musical 'Chicago,' which opened last night at the Richard Rodgers Theater, all the world's a con game, and show business is the biggest scam of all. It makes a difference, though, when the hustle involves a cast of top-flight artists perfectly mated to their parts and some of the sexiest, most sophisticated dancing seen on Broadway in years. By the time the priceless Bebe Neuwirth, playing a hoofer turned murderer, greets the audience at the beginning of the second act with the salutation 'Hello, suckers!,' it's a label we're all too happy to accept. The America portrayed onstage may be a vision of hell, but the way it's being presented flies us right into musical heaven.
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Video: Reece Weaver Trades the Sidelines for the Spotlight as CHICAGO's New Roxie Hart
by Sam Anctil - September 11, 2026
From the football field to the Broadway stage, Reece Weaver is ready for her next big performance. The former Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader is making her Broadway debut as Roxie Hart in Chicago, playing a six-week engagement at the Ambassador Theatre now through October 18. Watch in this video as she chats more about becoming Roxie, tackling the iconic Chicago choreography, her new costume, and bringing her Dallas Cowboys fans along for her Broadway journey.
Photos: Reece Weaver Is Getting Ready to Take a Broadway Bow in CHICAGO
by Bruce Glikas - September 4, 2026
Reece Weaver is trading in blue and white for black and red! Direct from the hit Netflix series “America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders,” professional dancer and TV star Reece Weaver will make her Broadway debut as “Roxie Hart” in Chicago. Reece brings her talent and star power to Broadway for the first time.
Video: From K-Pop to the Cell Block: Ivy Opens Up About Making Her Broadway Debut
by Sam Anctil - August 19, 2026
K-pop star Ivy is trading Seoul for the Great White Way! The Korean singer and musical theatre star is making her Broadway debut as Roxie Hart in Chicago, playing a limited engagement at the Ambassador Theatre from August 17 through September 6. Watch the full interview with Ivy as she chats with Richard Ridge about bringing her Roxie Hart to Broadway, her musical theatre journey, and more in this video.
Video: Mark Ballas Is Razzle Dazzling Broadway Again
by Robert Bannon - July 24, 2026
From dazzling audiences in the ballroom to commanding the Broadway stage, Mark Ballas continues to prove he's one of entertainment's most versatile performers. The three-time Dancing with the Stars Mirrorball champion joins The Roundtable with Robert Bannon for an engaging conversation about his celebrated return to Broadway in Chicago, stepping back into the slick, charismatic role of Billy Flynn. Following a record-breaking engagement earlier this year, Ballas is once again bringing his signature style and magnetic stage presence to the iconic musical for a special limited run. Watch in this video.
Eddie Cooper Will Join CHICAGO Cast as 'Amos Hart'
by Stephi Wild - July 15, 2026
Chicago is getting a new Amos! The Broadway production of the Tony Award-winning musical will welcome Eddie Cooper in the role of Amos Hart beginning this month at the Ambassador Theatre.
Photos: Backstage With Matteo Lane at CHICAGO
by Bruce Glikas - July 15, 2026
Chicago on Broadway recently welcomed comedian, actor and singer Matteo Lane, making his Broadway debut in the role of Billy Flynn, beginning in June. BroadwayWorld went backstage with the long-running musical's newest star. Check out photos here.
Whitney Leavitt Wants to Return to CHICAGO on Broadway as 'Velma'
by Michael Major - June 30, 2026
Whitney Leavitt is interested in returning to Chicago on Broadway – but not to reprise 'Roxie Hart.' The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives star has stated that she would like to return to the Broadway musical as Velma Kelly, Roxie's fierce rival.
Chicago FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How do I get Rush Tickets for Chicago on Broadway?
Rush tickets are available at the Box Office only and priced at $49. Limited two per customer. They are not available for Saturday evenings and subject to availability.
How do I get Standing Room Only for Chicago on Broadway?
Standing Room
Tickets are available day of performance only when the performance is sold out. Limited two per customer and sold at the Box Office for $27.
How long has Chicago been running on Broadway?
Chicago opened at the Richard Rodgers Theatre (Broadway) on Thursday Nov 14, 1996 and has now been running for 29 years and 10 months.
What are the songs in Chicago and what's the order?
All That Jazz
Funny Honey
Cell Block Tango
When You're Good to Momma
Tap Dance
All I Care About
A Little Bit of Good
We Both Reached for the Gun
Roxie
I Can't Do It Alone
Chicago After Midnight
My Own Best Friend
I Know a Girl
Me and My Baby
Mister Cellophane
When Velma Takes the Stand
Razzle Dazzle
Class
Nowadays
R.S.V.P.
Keep It Hot
Ten Percent
No
It
Loopin' De Loop
Rose Colored Glasses
Pansy Eyes
Overture
Entr’acte
Hot Honey Rag
Finale
Chicago does not include any gunshot noises. In the show, the drummer creates 'gunshot' like sounds, but these would not be confused with actual gunshot noises.
Chicago History
Other Productions of Chicago
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1975 |
Broadway |
Original Broadway Production
Broadway
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1979 |
West End |
London Production
West End
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1996 |
Off-Broadway |
Encores! Concert
Off-Broadway
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1997 |
US Tour |
1st National Tour
US Tour
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1997 |
West End |
London Revival
West End
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1997 |
US Tour |
2nd National Tour
US Tour
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2012 |
US Tour |
National Tour
US Tour
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2014 |
US Tour |
National Tour (2014-2015)
US Tour
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US Tour |
National Tour
US Tour
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2018 |
West End |
West End Return Engagement
West End
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2022 |
US Tour |
US Tour
US Tour
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2027 |
West End |
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Chicago Broadway Awards and Nominations
Note: Award winners are highlighted with a background.
Chicago awards and nominations
| Year |
Ceremony |
Category |
Nominee |
| 1997 |
Drama League Awards |
Distinguished Performance Award |
Bebe Neuwirth |
| 1997 |
Tony Awards |
Best Choreography |
Ann Reinking |
| 1997 |
Tony Awards |
Best Costume Design |
William Ivey Long |
| 1997 |
Tony Awards |
Best Direction of a Musical |
Walter Bobbie |
| 1997 |
Tony Awards |
Best Lighting Design |
Ken Billington |
| 1997 |
Tony Awards |
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical |
James Naughton |
| 1997 |
Tony Awards |
Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical |
Marcia Lewis |
| 1997 |
Tony Awards |
Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical |
Bebe Neuwirth |
| 1997 |
Tony Awards |
Best Revival of a Musical |
Barry and Fran Weissler |
| 1997 |
Tony Awards |
Best Revival of a Musical |
Kardana Productions, Inc |
| 1996 |
Drama Desk Awards |
Outstanding Actress - Musical |
Bebe Neuwirth |
| 1996 |
Drama Desk Awards |
Outstanding Choreography |
Ann Reinking |
| 1996 |
Drama Desk Awards |
Outstanding Director - Musical |
Walter Bobbie |
| 1996 |
Drama Desk Awards |
Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical |
Joel Grey |