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Ages: 12+
Opened: June 3, 1975
Closing: August 27, 1977

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Based on the play Chicago by Maurine Dallas Watkins

Escrito por Fred Ebb y Bob Fosse, con música de John Kander y letras de Fred Ebb, Chicago ha sido visto por más de 17 millones de espectadores en todo el mundo, y ha recaudado la espectacular cifra de más de 850 millones de dólares. Ambientado en medio de la extravagante decadencia de los años 20, este musical cuenta la historia de Roxie Hart y Velma Kelly, dos mujeres ambiciosas encerradas por crímenes pasionales, que luchan por conseguir el favor de Billy Flynn, un famoso abogado que utiliza a la prensa sensacionalista para conseguir la libertad de sus clientes.

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Tickets On Sale Friday For THE WIZ in San Francisco
by Stephi Wild - Sep 20, 2023


Tickets for the San Francisco engagement of The Wiz will go on sale on Friday, September 22 at 10 a.m. for the four-week engagement performing at BroadwaySF’s Golden Gate Theatre. Learn more about how to get tickets here!

International Contemporary Ensemble Presents Two World Premieres By Courtney Bryan And Adegoke Steve Colson
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 14, 2023


International Contemporary Ensemble presents “Composing While Black: Volume One,” featuring world premieres of new works by Courtney Bryan and Adegoke Steve Colson on Wednesday, November 1, 2023 at 7:30 p.m. at Merkin Hall, along with works by Wendell Logan and Brittany J. Green.

International Contemporary Ensemble to Present COMPOSING WHILE BLACK: VOLUME ONE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 14, 2023


International Contemporary Ensemble will present 'Composing While Black: Volume One,' featuring world premieres of new works by Courtney Bryan and Adegoke Steve Colson. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Common and MC Lyte Join the Producing Team For THE WIZ
by Stephi Wild - Sep 12, 2023


Academy Award®, Grammy Award® and Emmy Award®-winning artist, actor, author and activist Common and hip-hop pioneer, actor, philanthropist, and business mogul MC Lyte will join the co-producing team of the all-new production of The Wiz. Learn more about The Wiz and how to get tickets here!

Bad Suns Share New Single 'The One I Used To Love' Ahead Of Tour With The Band CAMINO
by Michael Major - Sep 7, 2023


Bad Suns are back with their first new music since last year’s cinematic album Apocalypse Whenever with new single, “The One I Used To Love”. Produced by Ben Allen (Matt & Kim, Walk The Moon, Cut Copy), the vibrant alt-pop jam features the band's beloved airy Stratocasters, fast-paced drums, and signature dynamic interplay.

Which Actors Have Done Multiple Broadway Shows Together?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Sep 10, 2023


This time, the reader question was: Which Actors Have Done Multiple Broadway Shows Together?

PHILADELPHIA BOUND? Fall Presents Over 120 Festivals, Block Parties, Shows, Charity Events and More
by Marina Kennedy - Sep 3, 2023


Are you bound for the Philadelphia area this fall.  There’s so much to see and do that our readers will like to know about. 

Stratford Festival Mourns The Loss Of Marti Maraden
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 1, 2023


Stratford Festival has shared news of the death of Marti Maraden, an artistic director, actor and director of rare skill, as well as a beloved colleague and mentor. She died Thursday, August 31, while visiting family in Sweden, having suddenly fallen ill. She was 78 years old. 

The 1975 Set UK and Europe Leg of Their 'Still… at Their Very Best' Tour
by Michael Major - Aug 31, 2023


The 1975’s new ‘Still… At Their Very Best’ tour will see the band play arenas across North America and Canada throughout the Autumn, including sold out shows at The Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles and, for the first time ever, two back-back sold out nights at New York’s iconic Madison Square Garden. Check out all tour dates now!

Paul Taylor Dance Company to Present Works by Ulysses Dove, Amy Hall Garner, Lauren Lovette, and More in 2023 Season
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 27, 2023


The Paul Taylor Dance Company's 2023 Season at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center, from October 31 through November 12, will include fourteen dances by five choreographers – Ulysses Dove, Amy Hall Garner, Larry Keigwin, Lauren Lovette, and Paul Taylor – and feature world premieres by Lovette, PTDC's Resident Choreographer, and Keigwin, Taylor Company Commissioned choreographer.

The ASCAP Foundation Partners With DC Jazz Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 18, 2023


The ASCAP Foundation, under the leadership of President Paul Williams and Executive Director Nicole George-Middleton, has joined forces with the DC Jazz Festival, headed by President & CEO Sunny Sumter, to support the development of up-and-coming jazz artists.

ASCAP Foundation Herb Alpert Young Jazz Composer Award Recipient Chase Elodia To Perform At Renowned DC JazzFest
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 17, 2023


The ASCAP Foundation, under the leadership of President Paul Williams and Executive Director Nicole George-Middleton, has joined forces with the DC Jazz Festival, headed by President & CEO Sunny Sumter, to support the development of up-and-coming jazz artists.

5 curiosidades que no sabías sobre CHICAGO
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez - Aug 16, 2023


Descubre algunos datos poco conocidos sobre la producción que regresa a Madrid el próximo 6 de octubre de la mano de SOM Produce.

CONVERSATIONS AT PAC NYC to Feature Kerry Washington, Jada Pinkett Smith & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 15, 2023


Join renowned actors Kerry Washington, Jada Pinkett Smith, and more at CONVERSATIONS AT PAC NYC. Engage in inspiring discussions and gain insights from these influential figures. Don't miss this enlightening event at PAC NYC.

Alex Joseph Grayson Joins Cast For York Theatre Company's 'Musicals In Mufti' Presentation of HOW TO STEAL AN ELECTION
by Stephi Wild - Aug 14, 2023


The York Theatre Company has announced that Alex Joseph Grayson, direct from the Broadway revival of Parade, has joined the cast of *How to Steal an Election: A Dirty Politics Musical,with music and lyrics by Oscar Brand and book by William F. Brown, the first offering of the Fall Musicals in Mufti* series.

Newcomer Nichelle Lewis Will Lead THE WIZ as Dorothy on Broadway and National Tour
by Stephi Wild - Aug 14, 2023


Broadway newcomer Nichelle Lewis will star as “Dorothy” and lead the cast of The Wiz in the national tour this fall and Broadway return in the Spring of 2024.  Ms. Lewis who hails from Virginia was discovered via a TikTok video, and selected from more than 2,000 submissions for the coveted role.

Review: A CHORUS LINE at Music Theater Heritage
by Alan Portner - Aug 13, 2023


“A Chorus Line” from Music Theater Heritage is a not-to- be missed interpretation of a challenging show. Tickets are available online at www.musictheaterheritage.com online or by telephone at 816.221.6987.

CHICAGO on Broadway- A Complete Guide
by Sidney Paterra - Aug 12, 2023


Looking for all the latest info on one of Broadway's hottest shows? BroadwayWorld has the full scoop on everything that you need to know about Chicago on Broadway. Check out all the details here!

JAWS: Behind the Scenes - Fun Facts You Might Not Know About the Blockbuster Movie
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 10, 2023


Dive into the behind-the-scenes story of the making of the iconic movie JAWS with the hilarious Broadway comedy 'The Shark is Broken.' Get ready for a limited 16-week engagement at the Golden Theatre.

Danzig's Performance at The Theater At Virgin Hotels Las Vegas Rescheduled for September
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 6, 2023


American heavy metal band Danzig has announced that their forthcoming performance at The Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, part of Curio Collection by Hilton, has been rescheduled to Friday, Sept. 22, 2023. All previously purchased tickets will be valid for the new performance date.

Rembrandt Chamber Musicians Reveal 2023�"2024 Concert Season Programs in Evanston and Chicago
by Stephi Wild - Aug 4, 2023


Rembrandt Chamber Musicians, Chicago's flagship ensemble covering the full spectrum of classical chamber music, has announced its 34th concert season, 2023-2024, comprising five programs to be performed at venues in Chicago and Evanston, Illinois.

Ensemble Cast Revealed For THE WIZ Ahead of National Tour and Broadway Run
by Stephi Wild - Aug 2, 2023


The complete ensemble cast has been announced for the all-new production of the Tony Award-winning musical The Wiz! The casting comes in advance of the musical's national tour, which kicks off this fall before returning to Broadway in the Spring of 2024.

Cast & Creative Team Announced For York Theatre Company's Musicals In Mufti Presentation Of HOW TO STEAL AN ELECTION
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 1, 2023


The York Theatre Company, has announced the cast and creative team for its first Musicals in Mufti offering of 2023: How to Steal an Election: A Dirty Politics Musical, with music and lyrics by Oscar Brand and book by William F. Brown.

Psych and Alt Rock Youngsters Bluphoria Announce Co-Headline Fall Tour
by Michael Major - Aug 1, 2023


BLUPHORIA will embark on their fall co-headline tour alongside singer/songwriter Noah Vonne.  This tour will see them play cities including Austin, Dallas, San Diego, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, Denver, St. Paul, Chicago, Cleveland, New York, Boston and more before concluding on November 19 at Vinyl at Center Stage in Atlanta, GA.

Review: CHICAGO at Loveland's Center Performing Arts Theatre
by Carolan Trbovich - Jul 28, 2023


What did our critic think of CHICAGO at Loveland's Center Performing Arts Theatre?

Chicago FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Chicago have there been?
Chicago has had 13 productions including Broadway which opened in 1975, Broadway which opened in 1975, West End which opened in 1979, Off-Broadway which opened in 1996, Broadway which opened in 1996, US Tour which opened in 1997, West End which opened in 1997, US Tour which opened in 1997, US Tour which opened in 2012, US Tour which opened in 2014, US Tour which opened in 2016, West End which opened in 2018 and US Tour which opened in 2022.
What Tony Awards has Chicago been nominated for?
Chicago has been nominated for the following Tony Awards: Best Musical, Best Book of a Musical for Fred Ebb, Best Book of a Musical for Bob Fosse, Best Choreography for Bob Fosse, Best Costume Design for Patricia Zipprodt, Best Direction of a Musical for Bob Fosse, Best Lighting Design for Jules Fisher, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for John Kander, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for Fred Ebb, and Best Scenic Design for Tony Walton.

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