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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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VIDEO: Paint the Town with Amra Faye-Wright in A New "All That Jazz" Music Video
by A.A. Cristi - January 26, 2018


Whoopee! Chicago has joined the Broadway music video fray with a glamorous new video for the show's Iconic opening number, 'All That Jazz'. Check out Amra Faye-Wright leading a talented ensemble through one of Kander and Ebb's finest below!

Photo Coverage: Real Housewife Kandi Burruss Makes Her Broadway Debut in CHICAGO!
by Walter McBride - January 17, 2018


Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter, actress & TV sensation Kandi Burruss (Bravo's 'The Real Housewives of Atlanta') made her Broadway debut in the role of 'Matron 'Mama' Morton' in Chicago on January 15. Burruss will be in the cast for eight weeks only, through March 11, 2018, at the Ambassador Theatre (219 W. 49th St.).

Photo Flash: First Look at Kandi Burruss on the CHICAGO Cell Block
by Julie Musbach - January 16, 2018


The Broadway company of Chicago welcomes Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter, actress & TV sensation Kandi Burruss (Bravo's 'The Real Housewives of Atlanta'), making her Broadway debut in the role of 'Matron 'Mama' Morton' for eight weeks only, January 15 - March 11, 2018, at the Ambassador Theatre (219 W. 49th St.). Check her out as she takes on the ladies of the cell block!

From Atlanta to CHICAGO! Real Housewife Kandi Burruss Will Make Her Broadway Debut Tonight
by Nicole Rosky - January 15, 2018


The Broadway company of the Tony Award-winning, record-breaking hit musical Chicago, which recently celebrated its 21st Broadway anniversary, will welcome Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter, actress & TV sensation Kandi Burruss (Bravo's 'The Real Housewives of Atlanta'), making her Broadway debut in the role of 'Matron 'Mama' Morton' for eight weeks only, tonight, January 15 - March 11, 2018, at the Ambassador Theatre (219 W. 49th St.).

All He Cares About is Love! Cuba Gooding Jr. to Play Billy Flynn in CHICAGO's West End Return
by A.A. Cristi - January 11, 2018


Baz Bamigboye of the Daily Mail has reported that the murderous musical hit, Chicago, will return to London's West End!

Broadway Balances America Invites You To Celebrate 21 Years Of Razzle Dazzle With CHICAGO THE MUSICAL
by A.A. Cristi - December 19, 2017


Broadway Across America's collaboration with the award-winning morning show The Balancing Act, on the Lifetime Channel ends Season Four of the five-part series Broadway Balances America with CHICAGO THE MUSICAL. This new episode debuts on Wednesday, January 3rd at 7:30 am ET and will re-air on Wednesday, January 10th at 7:30 am ET.

Official: CHICAGO Will Return To the West End!
by Stephi Wild - December 15, 2017


The world's longest running American musical, the multi award-winning CHICAGO, returns to London's West End after a 5 -year absence. Following a successful UK and international tour, CHICAGO will be transferring into London, with performances at the Phoenix Theatre from Monday 26 March 2018. Tickets will go on sale at 10.00am on Wednesday 20 December 2017.

Whoopee! CHICAGO to Return to London's West End This Spring
by A.A. Cristi - December 14, 2017


Baz Bamigboye of the Daily Mail has reported that the murderous musical hit, Chicago, will return to London's West End!

Photo Flash: CHICAGO Celebrates Its 21st Anniversary on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - December 7, 2017


CHICAGO THE MUSICAL celebrated its 21st Broadway anniversary with a special party Tuesday, December 5th at PHD Terrace at the Dream Midtown (210 West 55th Street between Broadway & 7th Avenue). Attendees included current cast members Todrick Hall, Charlotte d'Amboise, Leigh Zimmerman and more, plus alumni cast members including Paige Davis and more!

Atlanta Real Housewife Kandi Burruss to Make Broadway Debut in CHICAGO
by BWW News Desk - December 4, 2017


The Broadway company of the Tony Award-winning, record-breaking hit musical Chicago, which recently celebrated its 21st Broadway anniversary, will welcome Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter, actress & TV sensation Kandi Burruss (Bravo's 'The Real Housewives of Atlanta'), making her Broadway debut in the role of 'Matron 'Mama' Morton' for eight weeks only.

Photo Coverage: Todrick Hall Razzle Dazzles in First Bow in CHICAGO!
by Jessica Fallon Gordon - December 1, 2017


Todrick is back on Broadway! YouTube sensation and Broadway star Todrick Hall just kicked off his seven week engagement in CHICAGO, playing the role of Billy Flynn. BroadwayWorld is bringing you photos from his first official bow below!

Breaking: Todrick Hall Will Razzle Dazzle 'Em in CHICAGO on Broadway
by Alan Henry - November 16, 2017


Todrick Hall will be returning to Broadway in CHICAGO as Billy Flynn beginning November 30th. Hall most recently appeared on Broadway as Lola in Kinky Boots.

Video Flashback: Roxie Returns as CHICAGO Makes 1996 Debut at City Center Encores!
by A.A. Cristi - November 14, 2017


Today as we celebrate a landmark 21 years since the long-running revival of Kander and Ebb's Chicago landed on Broadway, let's venture way back in time to when the revival made its world premiere at City Center Encores.

CHICAGO Celebrates iPhone X Launch with Cell Block Tango Tribute
by Alan Henry - November 3, 2017


CHICAGO on Broadway took to social media to celebrate the launch of iPhone X and it's new animated emoji feature by creating an emoji tribute to the 'Cell Block Tango.'

Social Spotlight: CHICAGO's Beth Johnson Nicely Taps Into Instagram Success
by A.A. Cristi - October 23, 2017


Can we just talk about Beth Johnson Nicely for a second? Thanks to the miracle of algorithms, this master tapper has made her way into my Discover feed recently, brightening my days with her killer routines, hot fitness tips, backstage antics, and iconic red tap shoes.

Exclusive Photo Coverage: CHICAGO Cast Slinks Into the Holiday Season with Carols For A Cure!
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - December 16, 2017


Below, check out exclusive photos of the cast of CHICAGO as they record their track, 'ThisIs the Night.'

Photo Coverage: Brandy Takes First Bows in CHICAGO!
by Jessica Fallon Gordon - August 18, 2017


The name on everybody's lips is gonna be Brandy! Grammy Award-winner Brandy Norwood returns to Broadway in Chicago for a special 17-performance only engagement as 'Roxie Hart,' now through August 31, 2017 at the Ambassador Theatre (219 W. 49th St.). Check out photos from her first bows below!

Brandy Norwood Returns to the Cell Block in Broadway's CHICAGO Tonight
by BWW News Desk - August 17, 2017


The Tony Award-winning, record-breaking hit musical Chicago welcomes back Grammy Award-winner Brandy Norwood for a special 17-performance only engagement as 'Roxie Hart,' tonight, August 17, through August 31, 2017 at the Ambassador Theatre (219 W. 49th St.).

Photo Coverage: Brandy Norwood Gets Ready to Take on Roxie Hart!
by Walter McBride - August 17, 2017


The name on everybody's lips is gonna be Brandy! Grammy Award-winner Brandy Norwood returns to Broadway in Chicago for a special 17-performance only engagement as 'Roxie Hart,' August 17 to 31, 2017 at the Ambassador Theatre (219 W. 49th St.).

TV: Back Behind Bars! Brandy Norwood Gets Ready for Her CHICAGO Return!
by Nicole Rosky - August 16, 2017


The name on everybody's lips is gonna be Brandy! Grammy Award-winner Brandy Norwood returns to Broadway in Chicago for a special 17-performance only engagement as 'Roxie Hart,' August 17 to 31, 2017 at the Ambassador Theatre (219 W. 49th St.).

VIDEO: Brandy Norwood Talks Return to CHICAGO: 'Broadway Completely Changed My Life'
by Caryn Robbins - August 16, 2017


Grammy Award winner Brandy Norwood stopped by NBC's TODAY to discuss her return to Broadway's CHICAGO in the role of Roxie Hart. 'I love Broadway,' shared the singer. 'It completely changed my life.' Watch the appearance in full below!

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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 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 several Tony Awards, including Best Choreography for Ann Reinking, Best Costume Design for William Ivey Long, Best Direction of a Musical for Walter Bobbie, Best Lighting Design for Ken Billington, Best Revival of a Musical for Barry and Fran Weissler, and Best Revival of a Musical for Kardana Productions, Inc.
What Tony Awards has Chicago won?
Chicago has won the following Tony Awards: Best Choreography for Ann Reinking, Best Costume Design for William Ivey Long, Best Direction of a Musical for Walter Bobbie, Best Lighting Design for Ken Billington, Best Revival of a Musical for Barry and Fran Weissler, and Best Revival of a Musical for Kardana Productions, Inc.
What awards has Chicago been nominated for?
Chicago has been nominated for several awards, including the Distinguished Performance Award at the Drama League Awards for Bebe Neuwirth, Outstanding Choreography at the Drama Desk Awards for Ann Reinking, and Outstanding Director - Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Walter Bobbie.
What awards has Chicago won?
Chicago has won several awards, including the Distinguished Performance Award for Bebe Neuwirth at the Drama League Awards, Outstanding Choreography for Ann Reinking at the Drama Desk Awards, and Outstanding Director - Musical for Walter Bobbie at the Drama Desk Awards.
What theatre is Chicago playing at on Broadway?
Chicago is playing at the Richard Rodgers Theatre (Broadway), which is located at 226 W. 46th St. New York.
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.

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