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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Frozen KIDS
Center Stage Theatre (5/30 - 6/2)
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FIDDLER ON THE ROOF
Kweskin Theatre (6/7 - 6/29)
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2.5 Minute Ride
Hartford Stage (5/30 - 6/23) | ||
Nine
Connecticut Theatre Company (5/17 - 6/2) | ||
The Producers
Brookfield Theatre (6/28 - 7/20) | ||
Kinky Boots
ACT of CT (5/23 - 6/16) | ||
Rock of Ages: Teen Edition
Off-Beat Players (8/1 - 8/3) | ||
Maggie
The Goodspeed (8/23 - 10/20) | ||
A Christmas Story
The Goodspeed (11/1 - 12/29) | ||
BROKE, The Game Show Show
Center Stage Theatre (6/14 - 6/15) | ||
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