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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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STAGE TUBE: CHICAGO's Christie Brinkley Credits Billy Joel with Career Inspiration
by Stage Tube - April 11, 2012


Access Hollywood recently interviewed CHICAGO Roxie Hart actor and former supermodel Christie Brinkley. Brinkley discussed her ex-husband, Billy Joel, and how spending time together at their Christmas get-togethers singing Broadway tunes prompted her own eventual move to Broadway. Watch her interview below!

Pamela Anderson to Join CHICAGO?
by Jennie Mamary - April 7, 2012


According to parezhilton.com, Pamela Anderson is headed to Broadway. The actress is set to star in the hit revival of John Kander, Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse's Tony Award-winning musical CHICAGO.

Photo Coverage: CHICAGO's Amra-Faye Wright Plays Feinstein's at Loews Regency in NYC
by Stephen Sorokoff - April 6, 2012


Amra-Faye Wright, who is currently starring as Velma Kelly in the Broadway musical Chicago, returned to Feinstein's at Loews Regency, April 3 and 5, to perform her celebrated cabaret act.

CHICAGO's Amra-Faye Wright to Open at Feinstein's 4/3,5
by Harmony Wheeler - March 27, 2012


Amra-Faye Wright, who is currently starring as Velma Kelly in the Broadway musical Chicago, is returning to Feinstein's at Loews Regency April 03 and 05 to perform her celebrated cabaret act.

Yonekura Ryoko to Star as 'Roxie' in CHICAGO This July
by Jennie Mamary - March 18, 2012


According to the Tokyo Graph, actress Yonekura Ryoko will join the hit revival of John Kander, Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse's Tony Award-winning musical CHICAGO this July. She is set to star as Roxy Hart, making her the first Japanese woman to star on Broadway since the 1958 production of Flower Drum Song starring Nancy Umeki. Ryoko will also be the first Japanese performer to portray a lead American character in a long-running Broadway musical.

Tony Yazbeck Returns to CHICAGO
by BWW News Desk - March 5, 2012


Tonight, March 5, 2012, the acclaimed revival of the Tony Award-winning musical CHICAGO will welcome back Tony Yazbeck to the role of 'that silver-tongued prince of the courtoom,' Billy Flynn.

Tony Yazbeck to Return to CHICAGO, 3/5
by Kelsey Denette - February 24, 2012


On Monday, March 5, 2012, the acclaimed revival of the Tony Award-winning musical CHICAGO will welcome back Tony Yazbeck to the role of 'that silver-tongued prince of the courtoom,' Billy Flynn.

Amra-Faye Wright Returns to Broadway's CHICAGO Tonight
by Nicole Rosky - February 2, 2012


Tonight, February 2, 2012, Broadway's hit revival of John Kander, Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse's Tony Award-winning musical CHICAGO welcomes back worldwide stage sensation and audience favorite Amra-Faye Wright in the starring role of merry murderess Velma Kelly

Christie Brinkley to Return to CHICAGO as 'Roxie' in April!
by Nicole Rosky - January 30, 2012


After her critically acclaimed stage debut as Roxie Hart both on Broadway and in London's West End last year, Christie Brinkley, one of the world's most successful supermodels, returns to Broadway this spring to reprise her killer role in the six-time Tony Award-winning musical smash hit CHICAGO.

Bianca Marroquin Returns to CHICAGO
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2012


On Monday, January 16, 2012, Broadway's celebrated revival of John Kander, Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse's Tony Award-winning musical CHICAGO will welcome back Mexican stage and screen sensation Bianca Marroquin in the starring role of Roxie Hart.

Photo Coverage: Marco Zunino Joins CHICAGO!
by Peter James Zielinski - January 15, 2012


Broadway's celebrated revival of John Kander, Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse's Tony Award-winning musical CHICAGO welcomed Latin-American star Marco Zunino in his first Broadway appearance as 'that silver-tongued prince of the courtroom,' Billy Flynn. Check out photos from the actor's debut below!

Bianca Marroquin to Return to CHICAGO January 16
by Nicole Rosky - January 4, 2012


On Monday, January 16, 2012, Broadway's celebrated revival of John Kander, Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse's Tony Award-winning musical CHICAGO will welcome back Mexican stage and screen sensation Bianca Marroquin in the starring role of Roxie Hart.

Brent Barrett to Return to Broadway's CHICAGO Tonight
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2011


Tonight, Broadway's celebrated revival of John Kander, Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse's Tony Award-winning musical CHICAGO is pleased to welcome back Brent Barrett in the role of 'that silver-tongued prince of the courtroom,' Billy Flynn.

Marco Zunino to Join Cast of CHICAGO in January
by Nicole Rosky - December 16, 2011


On Monday, January 16, 2012, Broadway's celebrated revival of John Kander, Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse's Tony Award-winning musical CHICAGO is pleased to welcome Latin-American star Marco Zunino as he makes his Broadway stage debut in the role of 'that silver-tongued prince of the courtroom,' Billy Flynn.

Brent Barrett to Return to Broadway's CHICAGO, 12/19
by Nicole Rosky - December 9, 2011


On Monday, December 19, Broadway's celebrated revival of John Kander, Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse's Tony Award-winning musical CHICAGO is pleased to welcome back Brent Barrett in the role of 'that silver-tongued prince of the courtroom,' Billy Flynn.

Photo Coverage: Happy 15th Broadway Birthday CHICAGO!
by Peter James Zielinski - November 15, 2011


On Monday, November 14, the internationally acclaimed revival of John Kander, Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse's Tony Award-winning musical CHICAGO celebrated its 15th anniversary on Broadway! BroadwayWorld was on hand for the milestone performance, and brings you photos from the festivities below!

GYPSY OF THE MONTH: Donna Marie Asbury of 'Chicago'
by Adrienne Onofri - November 17, 2011


As 'Chicago' celebrates 15 years on Broadway, we profile its longest-running cast member.

CHICAGO Celebrates 15th Anniversary in November; John O'Hurley to Return
by Nicole Rosky - October 19, 2011


On Monday, November 14, the internationally acclaimed revival of John Kander, Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse's Tony Award-winning musical CHICAGO celebrates another major milestone with its 15th anniversary on Broadway!

STAGE TUBE: CHICAGO Hosts Givenik Charity Night!
by Nicole Rosky - October 12, 2011


Last night, October 11, Broadway's Tony Award-winning hit musical CHICAGO and Givenik.com presented a special performance and post-show reception to benefit the four favorite charities of current leading-lady Kara DioGuardi -- Phoenix House (phoenixhouse.org), Columbus Citizens Foundation (columbuscitizensfd.org), Malaria No More (malarianomore.org) and Sister Domingas and Friends Foundation (sisterdomingas.org).

Photo Coverage: Kara DioGuardi and CHICAGO Lend Support to Givenik.com
by Kevin Thomas Garcia - October 12, 2011


Last night, October 11, Broadway's Tony Award-winning hit musical CHICAGO and Givenik.com presented a special performance and post-show reception to benefit the four favorite charities of current leading-lady Kara DioGuardi -- Phoenix House (phoenixhouse.org), Columbus Citizens Foundation (columbuscitizensfd.org), Malaria No More (malarianomore.org) and Sister Domingas and Friends Foundation (sisterdomingas.org). BroadwayWorld was on hand for the event and brings you photo coverage below.

Post-Show CHICAGO Benefit Features Meet & Greet With Kara DioGuardi, 10/11
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2011


On Tuesday, October 11, Broadway's Tony Award-winning hit musical CHICAGO and Givenik.com will present a special performance and post-show reception to benefit the four favorite charities of current leading-lady Kara DioGuardi.

STAGE TUBE: CHICAGO's Kara DioGuardi Talks Charity Night & More!
by Kelsey Denette - October 7, 2011


Kara DioGuardi, who is currently making her Broadway debut as Roxie Hart in CHICAGO, announces a special charity night. When you buy a full price ticket for the Tuesday, October 11th performance through Givenik.com, you'll be able to attend a post-show reception with Kara! View the video below!

Chicago FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How do I get Rush Tickets for Chicago on Broadway?

Price: $49.00
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Price: $27
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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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