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

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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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Meet the Current Cast of CHICAGO on Broadway!
by Paul Smith - June 30, 2019


With a legendary book by Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse, music by John Kander and lyrics by Fred Ebb, Chicago is now the #1 longest-running American musical in Broadway history.

VIDEO: Donna Marie Asbury Takes Final Bow in CHICAGO After 20 Year Tenure!
by Linnae Medeiros - June 4, 2019


Last night, Donna Marie Asbury played her final performance in the Broadway hit Chicago after 20 years in the ensemble role of 'June,' as well as covering the roles of 'Velma Kelly' and 'Matron 'Mama' Morton'. We've got a peek at her final bow at the iconic show. Be sure to check out the full video!

Photo Flash: Donna Marie Asbury Ends Her 20 Year Tenure in CHICAGO
by Julie Musbach - June 4, 2019


Last night, Donna Marie Asbury played her final performance in the Broadway hit CHICAGO after 20 years in the ensemble role of "June." Over the years she also covered the roles of "Velma Kelly" and "Matron "Mama" Morton". We've got a look at her final curtain call bidding the company farewell!

VIDEO: Chita Rivera Performs 'All That Jazz' in this Original CHICAGO Footage!
by Linnae Medeiros - May 16, 2019


Chicago is giving us a peek at all the razzle dazzle of the show's original 1975 production with this throwback to Broadway's original Velma Kelly, Chita Rivera, performing 'All That Jazz' choreographed by the legendary Bob Fosse! Check out the footage below!

Desi Oakley to Razzle Dazzle in CHICAGO as Roxie Hart
by Julie Musbach - May 9, 2019


Chicago announced today that actress Desi Oakley will join the Broadway production in the role of "Roxie Hart" for six weeks of performances at the Ambassador Theatre

Photo Coverage: Christie Brinkley Returns to CHICAGO on Broadway
by Walter McBride - April 20, 2019


Supermodel and actress Christie Brinkley has returned to Broadway's Chicago as 'Roxie Hart' for four weeks only! She began performances on Thursday, April 18 and will perform in the show until Sunday, May 12, 2019. BroadwayWorld was there for the start of her run, and you can check out the photos below!

TV: Christie Brinkley Gets Ready to Return to CHICAGO as Roxie Hart!
by Nicole Rosky - April 16, 2019


As BroadwayWorld previously reported, supermodel & actress Christie Brinkley will return to Broadway's Chicago as 'Roxie Hart' for four weeks only, Thursday, April 18 to Sunday, May 12, 2019. 

VIDEO: Christie Brinkley Discusses Playing Roxie Hart in CHICAGO at 65
by Kaitlin Milligan - March 26, 2019


 Christie Brinkley was a guest on today's episode of 'Live with Kelly and Ryan.' During the interview, Brinkley talks about returning to 'Chicago' on Broadway and going on tour with the show.

VIDEO: Christie Brinkley Talks Making Her Return to Broadway in CHICAGO
by Kaitlin Milligan - March 26, 2019


Legendary supermodel Christie Brinkley was a guest on the fourth hour of TODAY on NBC. Brinkley sat down with Kathie Lee, Hoda and guest co-host Joel McHale to talk about returning to the part of Roxie Hart in the Broadway musical "Chicago."

Haley Swindal Joins CHICAGO Tonight as 'Matron Mama Morton'
by Nicole Rosky - March 4, 2019


Producers of the Tony Award-winning, record-breaking hit musical Chicago announced today that actress Haley Swindal joins the Broadway production in the role of "Matron "Mama" Morton" starting tonight. She will play a two week limited engagement at the Ambassador Theatre (219 W. 49th St.) through Sunday, March 17th only.

Christie Brinkley Returns to the Cast of CHICAGO This April
by Julie Musbach - March 4, 2019


Back by popular demand, supermodel & actress Christie Brinkley will return to Broadway's Chicago as "Roxie Hart" for four weeks only, Thursday, April 18 to Sunday, May 12, 2019.

Veronica Dunne Returns to CHICAGO on February 12th
by Julie Musbach - February 1, 2019


Chicago announced today that actress Veronica Dunne will return to the Broadway production in the role of "Roxie Hart" beginning Tuesday, February 12. She will play a 6-week limited engagement at the Ambassador Theatre (219 W. 49th St.) through Sunday, March 24, 2019.

Ryoko Yonekura Returns to CHICAGO This Summer
by Julie Musbach - January 24, 2019


Producers of the Tony Award-winning, record-breaking hit musical Chicagoannounced today that Japanese superstar Ryoko Yonekura will return to the Broadway production by popular demand in the role of "Roxie Hart" for 16 performances only, July 1 to July 14, 2019, at the Ambassador Theatre (219 W. 49th St.).

VIDEO: Cuba Gooding, Jr. and the Cast of CHICAGO Spend 'Christmas Eve on the Dance Floor' For BC/EFA
by Stephi Wild - December 23, 2018


Once again, the Broadway company of Chicago has created an original holiday song for Broadway Cares' annual Carols For a Cure album.

Cuba Gooding Jr. Will Return to CHICAGO on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - December 18, 2018


The Tony Award-winning, record-breaking hit musical Chicago has announced that Academy Award winner and Emmy nominee Cuba Gooding Jr. will return to Broadway as the smooth-talking lawyer "Billy Flynn," beginning Monday, January 7, 2019 through Sunday, February 10, 2019 (five weeks only) at Broadway's Ambassador Theatre (219 W. 49th Street).

Save Up to $60 to See CHICAGO on Broadway
by Contests - Broadway - March 27, 2020


Buy one orchestra/front mess ticket (reg. $89) to see CHICAGO on Broadway and get the second for just $22. That's only $111 for two tickets!

Photo Coverage: CHICAGO Celebrates 22 Years on Broadway
by Monroe George - November 14, 2018


Chicago recently celebrated 22 years of razzle-dazzling on Broadway! BroadwayWorld was there at the show's celebration, and you can check out all the photos below!

Celebrate 22 Years of Razzle Dazzle With Fun CHICAGO Facts!
by A.A. Cristi - November 13, 2018


The Tony Award-winning, record-breaking hit musical Chicago celebrates its 22nd Broadway anniversary tomorrow, Wednesday, November 14th. Celebrate 22 years of razzle dazzle with these fun Chicago facts!

Photo Coverage: Cuba Gooding Jr. Takes His Bows in CHICAGO
by Walter McBride - October 10, 2018


Cuba Gooding Jr. has stepped into the role of Billy Flynn in Broadway's Chicago, beginning Saturday, October 6, 2018. He reprises his role as Billy Flynn after originating the part and making his West End stage debut earlier this year in the new 2018 London production of Chicago, currently playing at The Phoenix Theatre. Gooding Jr. will be in the role through November 18.

Photo Flash: First Look at Israeli Pop Star Shiri Maimon in CHICAGO!
by Nicole Rosky - September 24, 2018


There's a new Roxie on the cell block! The hit musical Chicago just welcomed Israeli Pop Star and 'The X Factor Israel' television personality Shiri Maimon - in her Broadway debut as Roxie Hart - through October 5, 2018. 

BWW Review: Shiri Maimon Gives all her Heart to Broadway in CHICAGO
by Ronit Suzan - September 24, 2018


With a long list of career achievements as a singer and actress, both on TV, theatre and performing live around the world, it's only natural that being the first Israeli actress to take over a leading role on Broadway, specifically in its longest running American musical, Chicago, is the latest addition to Shiri Maimon's highly impressive resume.

TV: Cuba Takes Broadway! Meet CHICAGO's New Billy Flynn, Cuba Gooding Jr.
by Nicole Rosky - September 19, 2018


All Cuba Gooding Jr. cares about is love... at least through November 18. That's because the Academy Award winner and Emmy nominee will step into the role of Billy Flynn, beginning Saturday, October 6, 2018 in Broadway's Chicago. He reprises his role as Billy Flynn after originating the part and making his West End stage debut earlier this year in the new 2018 London production of Chicago, currently playing at The Phoenix Theatre.

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How do I get Rush Tickets for Chicago on Broadway?

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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.

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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