Chicago is a sassy and satirical musical set in the roaring twenties of Chicago. It tells the story of Roxie Hart and Velma Kelly, two murderesses vying for fame and acquittal during a time obsessed with media sensationalism.
The plot revolves around Roxie, a housewife who kills her cheating lover and seeks the help of a cunning lawyer, Billy Flynn, to manipulate the justice system and turn her into a celebrity. Velma, a vaudeville star already convicted for her crime, sees Roxie as a threat to her fading spotlight. The musical unfolds through a series of sharp dialogues, witty lyrics, and dazzling jazz-inspired choreography, all delivered with a healthy dose of cynicism and dark humor.
Chicago is a celebrated musical, having held the record for the longest-running American musical on Broadway until surpassed by The Phantom of the Opera. It has garnered numerous awards throughout its history, including Tony Awards for Best Musical, Best Revival of a Musical, and Best Choreography. The show's popularity extends beyond Broadway, with successful tours and revivals around the world.
Year | Category | |
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1976 | Best Musical | |
1997 | Best Revival of a Musical | Winner |
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Tiny Beautiful Things
Darkhorse Theatre (3/28 - 3/29)
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The Psychology of a Murderer
The Walker Theatre (5/18 - 5/18) | |
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MJ
Tennessee Performing Arts Center (4/29 - 5/11) | |
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Human Resources: A Nashville Story Garden Production in Collaboration with OZ Arts
OZ Arts (3/27 - 4/5) | |
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Aladdin, Jr
South Jackson Performing Arts Center (2/21 - 3/2) | |
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The Mountaintop
Nashville Repertory Theatre (2/14 - 2/23) | |
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Kimberly Akimbo
Tennessee Performing Arts Center (4/8 - 4/13) | |
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SAYRE: An Original Musical About Spirited Women in the Athens of the South
BSN Theatre (2/28 - 3/9) | |
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