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2 hours 30 minutes, including one 15-minute intermission
Ages: 12+
Opened: November 14, 1996

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Fridays at 8pm
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Set amidst the razzle-dazzle decadence of the 1920s, Chicago is the story of Roxie Hart, a housewife and nightclub dancer who murders her on-the-side lover after he threatens to walk out on her. Desperate to avoid conviction, she dupes the public, the media and her rival cellmate, Velma Kelly, by hiring Chicago's slickest criminal lawyer to transform her malicious crime into a barrage of sensational headlines, the likes of which might just as easily be ripped from today's tabloids. A true New York City institution, Chicago is the longest running American musical in Broadway history.


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Broadway Balances America Invites You To Celebrate 21 Years Of Razzle Dazzle With CHICAGO THE MUSICAL
by A.A. Cristi - December 19, 2017


Broadway Across America's collaboration with the award-winning morning show The Balancing Act, on the Lifetime Channel ends Season Four of the five-part series Broadway Balances America with CHICAGO THE MUSICAL. This new episode debuts on Wednesday, January 3rd at 7:30 am ET and will re-air on Wednesday, January 10th at 7:30 am ET.

Official: CHICAGO Will Return To the West End!
by Stephi Wild - December 15, 2017


The world's longest running American musical, the multi award-winning CHICAGO, returns to London's West End after a 5 -year absence. Following a successful UK and international tour, CHICAGO will be transferring into London, with performances at the Phoenix Theatre from Monday 26 March 2018. Tickets will go on sale at 10.00am on Wednesday 20 December 2017.

Whoopee! CHICAGO to Return to London's West End This Spring
by A.A. Cristi - December 14, 2017


Baz Bamigboye of the Daily Mail has reported that the murderous musical hit, Chicago, will return to London's West End!

Photo Flash: CHICAGO Celebrates Its 21st Anniversary on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - December 7, 2017


CHICAGO THE MUSICAL celebrated its 21st Broadway anniversary with a special party Tuesday, December 5th at PHD Terrace at the Dream Midtown (210 West 55th Street between Broadway & 7th Avenue). Attendees included current cast members Todrick Hall, Charlotte d'Amboise, Leigh Zimmerman and more, plus alumni cast members including Paige Davis and more!

Atlanta Real Housewife Kandi Burruss to Make Broadway Debut in CHICAGO
by BWW News Desk - December 4, 2017


The Broadway company of the Tony Award-winning, record-breaking hit musical Chicago, which recently celebrated its 21st Broadway anniversary, will welcome Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter, actress & TV sensation Kandi Burruss (Bravo's 'The Real Housewives of Atlanta'), making her Broadway debut in the role of 'Matron 'Mama' Morton' for eight weeks only.

Photo Coverage: Todrick Hall Razzle Dazzles in First Bow in CHICAGO!
by Jessica Fallon Gordon - December 1, 2017


Todrick is back on Broadway! YouTube sensation and Broadway star Todrick Hall just kicked off his seven week engagement in CHICAGO, playing the role of Billy Flynn. BroadwayWorld is bringing you photos from his first official bow below!

Breaking: Todrick Hall Will Razzle Dazzle 'Em in CHICAGO on Broadway
by Alan Henry - November 16, 2017


Todrick Hall will be returning to Broadway in CHICAGO as Billy Flynn beginning November 30th. Hall most recently appeared on Broadway as Lola in Kinky Boots.

Video Flashback: Roxie Returns as CHICAGO Makes 1996 Debut at City Center Encores!
by A.A. Cristi - November 14, 2017


Today as we celebrate a landmark 21 years since the long-running revival of Kander and Ebb's Chicago landed on Broadway, let's venture way back in time to when the revival made its world premiere at City Center Encores.

CHICAGO Celebrates iPhone X Launch with Cell Block Tango Tribute
by Alan Henry - November 3, 2017


CHICAGO on Broadway took to social media to celebrate the launch of iPhone X and it's new animated emoji feature by creating an emoji tribute to the 'Cell Block Tango.'

Social Spotlight: CHICAGO's Beth Johnson Nicely Taps Into Instagram Success
by A.A. Cristi - October 23, 2017


Can we just talk about Beth Johnson Nicely for a second? Thanks to the miracle of algorithms, this master tapper has made her way into my Discover feed recently, brightening my days with her killer routines, hot fitness tips, backstage antics, and iconic red tap shoes.

Exclusive Photo Coverage: CHICAGO Cast Slinks Into the Holiday Season with Carols For A Cure!
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - December 16, 2017


Below, check out exclusive photos of the cast of CHICAGO as they record their track, 'ThisIs the Night.'

Photo Coverage: Brandy Takes First Bows in CHICAGO!
by Jessica Fallon Gordon - August 18, 2017


The name on everybody's lips is gonna be Brandy! Grammy Award-winner Brandy Norwood returns to Broadway in Chicago for a special 17-performance only engagement as 'Roxie Hart,' now through August 31, 2017 at the Ambassador Theatre (219 W. 49th St.). Check out photos from her first bows below!

Brandy Norwood Returns to the Cell Block in Broadway's CHICAGO Tonight
by BWW News Desk - August 17, 2017


The Tony Award-winning, record-breaking hit musical Chicago welcomes back Grammy Award-winner Brandy Norwood for a special 17-performance only engagement as 'Roxie Hart,' tonight, August 17, through August 31, 2017 at the Ambassador Theatre (219 W. 49th St.).

Photo Coverage: Brandy Norwood Gets Ready to Take on Roxie Hart!
by Walter McBride - August 17, 2017


The name on everybody's lips is gonna be Brandy! Grammy Award-winner Brandy Norwood returns to Broadway in Chicago for a special 17-performance only engagement as 'Roxie Hart,' August 17 to 31, 2017 at the Ambassador Theatre (219 W. 49th St.).

TV: Back Behind Bars! Brandy Norwood Gets Ready for Her CHICAGO Return!
by Nicole Rosky - August 16, 2017


The name on everybody's lips is gonna be Brandy! Grammy Award-winner Brandy Norwood returns to Broadway in Chicago for a special 17-performance only engagement as 'Roxie Hart,' August 17 to 31, 2017 at the Ambassador Theatre (219 W. 49th St.).

VIDEO: Brandy Norwood Talks Return to CHICAGO: 'Broadway Completely Changed My Life'
by Caryn Robbins - August 16, 2017


Grammy Award winner Brandy Norwood stopped by NBC's TODAY to discuss her return to Broadway's CHICAGO in the role of Roxie Hart. 'I love Broadway,' shared the singer. 'It completely changed my life.' Watch the appearance in full below!

DVR Alert: Brandy Talks Broadway's CHICAGO on NBC's TODAY
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 2017


This morning, August 16th, Grammy Award winner Brandy Norwood will stop by NBC's TODAY during the 9 - 10 am hour to discuss her return to Broadway's CHICAGO.

DVR Alert: Brandy Talks Broadway's CHICAGO on NBC's TODAY
by Caryn Robbins - August 4, 2017


BWW has learned that on Wednesday, August 16th, Grammy Award winner Brandy Norwood will stop by NBC's TODAY during the 9 - 10 am hour to discuss her return to Broadway's CHICAGO.

BWW Flashback: Roxy's Back! Watch Brandy Norwood Sing from CHICAGO in 2015!
by Nicole Rosky - July 27, 2017


As broadwayWorld reported earlier today, Tony Award-winning, record-breaking hit musical Chicago have announced that Grammy Award-winner Brandy Norwood will return to Broadway for a special 17-performance only engagement as 'Roxie Hart,' August 17 to 31, 2017 at the Ambassador Theatre (219 W. 49th St.).

Brandy Norwood to Return to the Cell Block in Broadway's CHICAGO
by BWW News Desk - July 27, 2017


Producers of the Tony Award-winning, record-breaking hit musical Chicago have announced that Grammy Award-winner Brandy Norwood will return to Broadway for a special 17-performance only engagement as 'Roxie Hart,' August 17 to 31, 2017 at the Ambassador Theatre (219 W. 49th St.).

Lana Gordon Returns to CHICAGO Tonight
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2017


Producers of the Tony Award-winning, record-breaking hit musical Chicago announced today that Lana Gordon will return to the Broadway production in the role of "Velma Kelly" starting tonight, Monday, July 24 at the Ambassador Theatre (219 W. 49th St.).

Chicago FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How do I get Rush Tickets for Chicago on Broadway?

Price: $49.00
Where: Box Office only
Limit: Two per customer
Restrictions: Not available for Saturday evenings - Subject to availability.

How do I get Standing Room Only for Chicago on Broadway?

Price: $27
Where: Box Office
Limit: Two per customer
Restrictions:  Available day of performance only when the performance is sold out.

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 27 years.
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

1975   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1979   West End London Production
West End
1996   Off-Broadway Encores! Concert
Off-Broadway
1996   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
1997   US Tour 1st National Tour
US Tour
1997   West End London Revival
West End
1997   US Tour 2nd National Tour
US Tour
2012   US Tour National Tour
US Tour
2014   US Tour National Tour (2014-2015)
US Tour
US Tour National Tour
US Tour
2018   West End West End Return Engagement
West End
2022   US Tour US Tour
US Tour

Chicago Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
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

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