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

Broadway Schedule:

Mondays at 7pm
Tuesdays at 7pm
Thursdays at 7pm
Fridays at 8pm
Saturdays at 2pm and 8pm
Sundays at 2pm and 7pm

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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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Baltimore Mayor to Join CHICAGO Touring Cast on Stage for Performance Next Month
by Tyler Peterson - February 27, 2015


On Wednesday, March 4, Baltimore Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake will make theatrical history when she joins the National Touring cast of Broadway's Tony Award-winning musical smash CHICAGO, for one performance only at Baltimore's Hippodrome Theatre at the France-Merrick Performing Arts Center.

VIDEO: Jennifer Nettles Talks Broadway Debut in CHICAGO on 'Watch What Happens'
by Caryn Robbins - February 4, 2015


Jennifer Nettles stopped by a recent episode of Bravo's WATCH WHAT HAPPENS LIVE and talks about making her Broadway debut in CHICAGO as Roxie Hart.

Photo Coverage: It's Heaven Nowadays at CHICAGO- Inside Jennifer Nettles and Carly Hughes' First Bows!
by Jennifer Broski - February 4, 2015


Jennifer Nettles and Carly Hughes just joined the Broadway company of Chicago in the starring roles of Roxie Hart and Velma Kelly for a limited eight-week engagement -- where they will continue through Sunday, March 29, 2015 at the Ambassador Theatre (219 W. 49th St.). Check out photos from their opening night bows below!

Broadway's CHICAGO Welcomes New Murderesses Jennifer Nettles and Carly Hughes Tonight
by BWW News Desk - February 2, 2015


Jennifer Nettles and Carly Hughes join the Broadway company of Chicago in the starring roles of Roxie Hart and Velma Kelly for a limited eight-week engagement -- tonight, February 2 through Sunday, March 29, 2015 at the Ambassador Theatre (219 W. 49th St.).

Photo Coverage: Jennifer Nettles and Carly Hughes Prep for Broadway's CHICAGO
by Walter McBride - January 30, 2015


Jennifer Nettles and Carly Hughes join the Broadway company of Chicago in the starring roles of Roxie Hart and Velma Kelly for a limited eight-week engagement -- Monday, February 2 through Sunday, March 29, 2015 at the Ambassador Theatre (219 W. 49th St.). Their official Opening Night performance is Tuesday, February 3. BroadwayWorld has photos of the ladies in rehearsal below!

TV: CHICAGO Gets Two New Murderesses- Jennifer Nettles and Carly Hughes Sing from the Show!
by Nicole Rosky - February 3, 2015


Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter and international music superstar Jennifer Nettles is making her Broadway debut as 'Roxie Hart' in Chicago. Nettles joins the Broadway company for a limited eight-week engagement running Monday, February 2 through Sunday, March 29, 2015 at the Ambassador Theatre (219 W. 49th St.) She will be joined by Broadway star Carly Hughes who makes her debut in the iconic role of jazz slayer Velma Kelly. The duo just met the press and BroadwayWorld's Richie Ridge was there to chat with both about joining the show and to bring you a special performance preview!

Photo Flash: Welcome to the Cellblock! First Look at Carly Hughes in Broadway's CHICAGO
by Tyler Peterson - January 28, 2015


This Monday, February 2, the company of the Tony Award-winning hit musical CHICAGO will welcome a new 'scintillating sinner' to the cellblock, as Broadway star Carly Hughes makes her debut in the iconic role of jazz slayer Velma Kelly. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you a first look at Hughes in costume!

Alexander Gemignani Rejoins the Cast of Broadway's CHICAGO as Billy Flynn, 1/25
by Sally Henry Fuller - January 24, 2015


On Sunday, January 25, Broadway's hit musical CHICAGO welcomes Drama Desk Award nominee Alexander Gemignani in a limited return engagement as Billy Flynn through Friday, March 13.

BWW Reviews: CHICAGO Plays Tonight at McGill
by Meghan Pearson - January 22, 2015


Chicago is a prohibition-era, vaudevillian musical centering on the merry murderesses Velma Kelly and Roxie Hart as they lie and dance their way to an innocent trial verdict. The show recounts the events of early 1920s Chicago when the press became obsessed with homicidal females who were launched to fame as being celebrity criminals.

Charlotte d'Amboise Returns to Broadway's CHICAGO Tonight
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2015


This month, Broadway's Tony Award-winning, record-breaking musical smash Chicago is pleased to welcome back two-time Tony Award nominee Charlotte d'Amboise in a special return engagement as Roxie Hart. One of the most celebrated members of the worldwide Chicago family, d'Amboise rejoins the Broadway cast in the starring role for 14 performances only beginning tonight, January 22.

John Dossett Joins Broadway's CHICAGO Tonight as 'Billy Flynn'
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2015


This month, Broadway's Tony Award-winning, record-breaking musical smash Chicago is pleased to welcome Tony Award nominee John Dossett in his debut engagement as Billy Flynn. John Dossett is slated for a ten-week limited engagement, tonight, January 19 through Sunday, March 29.

Photo Flash: New Photos of Grammy Winner Jennifer Nettles in Broadway's CHICAGO!
by Tyler Peterson - January 14, 2015


Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter and international music superstar Jennifer Nettles will soon make her Broadway debut as 'Roxie Hart' in Chicago. Nettles joins the Broadway company in the starring role for a limited eight-week engagement running Monday, February 2 through Sunday, March 29, 2015 at the Ambassador Theatre (219 W. 49th St.) Below, check out a few new photos of Nettles as the show's newest murderess!

John Dossett and Charlotte d'Amboise to Board Broadway's CHICAGO This Month
by BWW News Desk - January 8, 2015


This month, Broadway's Tony Award-winning, record-breaking musical smash CHICAGO is pleased to welcome Tony Award nominee John Dossett in his debut engagement as Billy Flynn, joined by two-time Tony Award nominee Charlotte d'Amboise in a special return engagement as Roxie Hart.

Photo Flash: First Look at CHICAGO's Newest Murderess, Jennifer Nettles!
by Nicole Rosky - January 5, 2015


Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter and international music superstar Jennifer Nettles will soon make her Broadway debut as 'Roxie Hart' in Chicago. Nettles joins the Broadway company in the starring role for a limited eight-week engagement running Monday, February 2 through Sunday, March 29, 2015 at the Ambassador Theatre (219 W. 49th St.) Below, catch a first look at Nettle in costume, as featured on the show's official Instagram account!

STAGE TUBE: KIDS' NIGHT ON BROADWAY- Spotlight on Donna Marie Asbury
by Nicole Rosky - January 6, 2015


Tickets for the 2015 KIDS' NIGHT ON BROADWAY will take place Friday, January 9th, 2015 to Thursday, January 15th, 2015, and is an annual event when kids ages 6 to 18 can see participating Broadway shows for free when accompanied by a full-paying adult. A KIDS' NIGHT ON BROADWAY ticket includes pre-theatre activities, restaurant discounts, parking discounts, educational programs, and more. JUDITH LIGHT a two-time Tony Award winner, will serve as the National Ambassador for the 19th KIDS' NIGHT ON BROADWAY. This year KIDS' NIGHT ON BROADWAY salutes Point Foundation, the nation's largest scholarship-granting organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) students of merit, an organization where Light remains a longtime board member. Kids' Night on Broadway® went backstage to interview cast members from this years' participating shows to ask them your questions! Check out the interview with Chicago's Donna Marie Asbury below!

PIPPIN's Carly Hughes Will Join Cast of CHICAGO as 'Velma Kelly'
by Nicole Rosky - December 22, 2014


On Monday, February 2, Carly Hughes, currently appearing as the Leading Player in Broadway's acclaimed revival of Pippin, will step into the iconic role of jazz slayer Velma Kelly in Broadway's Tony Award-winning, record-breaking smash CHICAGO.

Photo Flash: Sneak Peek - Jennifer Nettles Poses for CHICAGO Promo Shoot
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2014


Jennifer Nettles, who just announced she will be making her Broadway debut as 'Roxie Hart' in CHICAGO, posted two photos from backstage at her photo shoot for the musical. Check out the sultry images below!

VIDEO: Watch Jennifer Nettles Announce Broadway Debut in CHICAGO Live on 'Today'
by Caryn Robbins - December 9, 2014


The singer shared the news live on this morning's TODAY on NBC. Watch the announcement below!

Grammy Winning Artist Jennifer Nettles to Make Broadway Debut as Roxie Hart in CHICAGO
by Caryn Robbins - December 9, 2014


As announced this morning on NBC 'Today,' Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter and international music superstar Jennifer Nettles will make her Broadway debut this February in the Tony Award-winning, record-breaking hit musical CHICAGO.

John O'Hurley Returns to Broadway's CHICAGO Tonight
by BWW News Desk - December 8, 2014


Tonight, December 8, the acclaimed Broadway revival of John Kander, Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse's Tony Award-winning musical CHICAGO is pleased to welcome back television star, author and recording artist John O'Hurley in the starring role of 'the silver-tongued Prince of the Courtroom' Billy Flynn.

Chicago FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How do I get Rush Tickets for Chicago on Broadway?

Price: $49.00
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Restrictions: Not available for Saturday evenings - Subject to availability.

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Price: $27
Where: Box Office
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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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