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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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CHICAGO Presents Free SummerStage Concert Tonight
by BWW News Desk - August 31, 2016


On Today, August 31st, the cast of Broadway's Longest Running American Musical will celebrate its 20th Year on Broadway with a free concert at SummerStage in Central Park.

Lineup Announced for CHICAGO's Free SummerStage Concert
by BWW News Desk - August 24, 2016


On Wednesday, August 31st, the cast of Broadway's Longest Running American Musical will celebrate its 20th Year on Broadway with a free concert at SummerStage in Central Park.

VIDEO: CHICAGO Designer William Ivey Long Recalls Advice He Gave To Melanie Griffith
by Michael Dale - August 22, 2016


Beginning with Gwen Verdon in the original and resuming with Ann Reinking in the revival, some of Broadway's most talented triple-threats have taken on the role of Roxie Hart in Broadway's CHICAGO.

Lana Gordon Hits the Cell Block in Broadway's CHICAGO Tonight
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2016


The Broadway company of the Tony Award-winning, record-breaking hit musical Chicago will welcome Lana Gordon in the role of Velma Kelly beginning tonight, Monday, August 15 at the Ambassador Theatre (219 W. 49th St., NYC).

Photo Flash: Worlds Collide When Takarazuka CHICAGO Meets Broadway Cast!
by Nicole Rosky - July 19, 2016


Takarazuka, Japan's famous all-female musical theater troupe, makes its first appearance in New York in over 25 years with Takarazuka CHICAGO at Lincoln Center Festival July 20-24 only at the David H. Koch Theater, running concurrently with the Tony Award-winning show, with a legendary book by Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse, music by John Kander, and lyrics by Fred Ebb, and now the number one longest-running American musical in Broadway history.    Just yesterday, the cast of Takarazuka CHICAGO was introduced to the cast of New York City's Broadway production by producers Fran and Berry Weissler. Check out photos from the special event below!

VIDEO: CHICAGO's Amra-Faye Wright, Bianca Marroquin, Jaime Camil Meet Their Counterparts From Japan's Takarazuka
by Michael Dale - July 19, 2016


The Broadway cast members welcome the visitors from Japan's century-old troupe.

TV: Bryant Park Gets Spicier with the Help of CHICAGO's New Leads!
by Nicole Rosky - July 16, 2016


The best of Broadway will be performing FREE on six consecutive Thursdays this summer with '106.7 LITE FM's Broadway in Bryant Park 2016' - a lunchtime series that continued this week, July 14 on the Bryant Park Stage. Hosted by LITE FM's on-air personalities, the 16th annual presentation of open-air, On- and Off- Broadway lunch hour performances will run through Thursday, August 11.

Photo Coverage: Broadway History Is Made When Bianca Marroquin Joins Jaime Camil in CHICAGO!
by Jennifer Broski - July 12, 2016


Broadway history has been made! For the first time ever, two Mexican-born actors are leading a Broadway musical. Latin superstars, and long-time friends, Bianca Marroquin and Jaime Camil will appear on stage opposite each other as 'Roxie Hart' and 'Billy Flynn' for 24 performances only through Sunday, July 31st  (when Mr. Camil ends his run).  Marroquin will continue in her role through Sunday, August 21st at the Ambassador Theatre (219 W. 49th St., NYC). BroadwayWorld was on hand for Marroquin's first curtain call and you can check out photos below!

CHICAGO Makes Broadway History with Returning Star Bianca Marroquin Tonight
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2016


Broadway history will be made when, for the first time ever, two Mexican-born actors will lead a Broadway musical. The producers of Chicago, Broadway's Longest Running American Musical, have announced that Latin superstars, and long-time friends, Bianca Marroquin and Jaime Camil will appear on stage opposite each other as 'Roxie Hart' and 'Billy Flynn' for 24 performances only beginning tonight, July 11th.

BWW Review: CLO's CHICAGO Good, Grand
by Dylan Shaffer - June 20, 2016


Divas and divos laced in black are strutting across a Pittsburgh stage and bringing the scandalous stories of Chicago's Cook County jail to life...sometimes death. Chicago, the 1975 American musical set during the roaring 20's, is on stage at the Benedum through Sunday, June 26 and is being presented by the CLO for the first time.

Broadway History Will be Made When CHICAGO Welcomes Back Bianca Marroquin This Summer
by Tyler Peterson - June 16, 2016


Broadway history will be made when, for the first time ever, two Mexican-born actors will lead a Broadway musical. The producers of Chicago, Broadway's Longest Running American Musical, have announced that Latin superstars, and long-time friends, Bianca Marroquin and Jaime Camil will appear on stage opposite each other as 'Roxie Hart' and 'Billy Flynn' for 24 performances only beginning Monday, July 11th. Mr. Camil will end his run in the show on Sunday, July 31st and Ms. Marroquin will continue in her role through Sunday, August 21st at the Ambassador Theatre (219 W. 49th St., NYC).

KINKY BOOTS Cast Send CHICAGO Birthday Love!
by Nicole Rosky - June 14, 2016


CHICAGO, Broadway's longest running American musical, celebrates its 20th anniversary year in 2016 and the company of KINKY BOOTS is sending them some birthday love. Check out their tribute below!

Bebe Neuwirth & Company Will Celebrate 20 Years of CHICAGO in Tony Awards Tribute!
by Nicole Rosky - June 10, 2016


CHICAGO, Broadway's longest running American musical, celebrates its 20th anniversary year in 2016 and that means the show will  be spotlighted at this Sunday's Tony Awards!

Jaime Camil Extends Run in Broadway's CHICAGO!
by Tyler Peterson - June 10, 2016


The Broadway company of the Tony Award-winning, record-breaking hit musical Chicago has announced that, by popular demand, Latin Sensation & 'Jane The Virgin' star Jaime Camil has extended his run as 'Billy Flynn' through Sunday, July 31, 2016 only at the Ambassador Theatre (219 W. 49th St., NYC).

TV: CHICAGO's Roz Ryan Is Good to the Crowd at Stars in the Alley!
by Nicole Rosky - June 8, 2016


STARS IN THE ALLEY, presented by United Airlines, took place just last week in Shubert Alley. Hosted by Tony nominee Sean Hayes and Mo Rocca, Broadway's best once again turned out for the annual performance - including Roz Ryan, who performed 'When You're Good to Mama' from Chicago.

Photo Coverage: JANE THE VIRGIN's Jaime Camil Takes Opening Night Bows in CHICAGO!
by Jessica Fallon Gordon - June 1, 2016


The Broadway company of the Tony Award-winning, record-breaking hit musical Chicago just welcomed Latin sensation & 'Jane the Virgin' star Jaime Camil to its cast, marking his return to Broadway.  Camil steps into the role of Billy Flynn and will play a 5-week limited engagement at the Ambassador Theatre (219 W. 49th St., NYC) through Sunday, July 3, 2016. BroadwayWorld brings you photos from his opening night curtain call below!

Photo Flash: First Look at Jaime Camil as CHICAGO's Billy Flynn!
by Tyler Peterson - May 27, 2016


The Broadway company of the Tony Award-winning, record-breaking hit musical Chicago will welcome Latin sensation & 'Jane the Virgin' star Jaime Camil to its cast next week, marking his return to Broadway. Check out a first look at Camil in costume below!

Charlotte d'Amboise Will Return to the Cell Block in Broadway's CHICAGO
by Tyler Peterson - May 27, 2016


This month, Broadway's Tony Award-winning, record-breaking musical smash Chicago will welcome back two-time Tony Award nominee Charlotte d'Amboise in a special return engagement as Roxie Hart beginning Monday, June 6. One of the most celebrated members of the worldwide Chicago family, d'Amboise holds the record for having played Roxie Hart more than any other actress in the history of the production -- more than 2,500 performances on Broadway and the road combined to date.

TV: Razzle Dazzle 'Em! CHICAGO's Next Billy Flynn, Jaime Camil, on Stepping Into Broadway's Long-Running Hit
by Tyler Peterson - May 26, 2016


The Broadway company of the Tony Award-winning, record-breaking hit musical Chicago will welcome Latin sensation & 'Jane the Virgin' star Jaime Camil to its cast next week, marking his return to Broadway. Camil just met the press this morning at the Algonquin Hotel, and BroadwayWorld's own Richard Ridge was on hand. Below, find out what the Latin superstar had to say about joining the production, returning to Broadway and more!

Photo Flash: CHICAGO's Next Leading Man, Jaime Camil, Meets the Press!
by Tyler Peterson - May 26, 2016


The Broadway company of the Tony Award-winning, record-breaking hit musical Chicago will welcome Latin sensation & 'Jane the Virgin' star Jaime Camil to its cast next week, marking his return to Broadway. Camil steps into the role of Billy Flynn beginning Tuesday, May 31, 2016, and will play a 5-week limited engagement at the Ambassador Theatre (219 W. 49th St., NYC) through Sunday, July 3, 2016. Camil just met the press this morning at the Algonquin Hotel - check out photos from the event below!

Tony Award Countdown: 30 Years In 30 Days, CHICAGO Revival Knocks 'Em Dead, 1997
by Michael Dale - May 25, 2016


After watching O.J. Simpson getting found not guilty, the public seemed more willing to accept the musical's cynical look at life.

BWW Review: CHICAGO Dazzles at Fox Cites P.A.C.
by Meredith Kreisa - May 18, 2016


Appleton's Fox Cities Performing Arts Center welcomes CHICAGO THE MUSICAL this week, and it is sure to wow audiences.

JANE THE VIRGIN's Jaime Camil Will Be CHICAGO's Next Billy Flynn
by Nicole Rosky - May 16, 2016


The Broadway company of the Tony Award-winning, record-breaking hit musical Chicago will welcome Latin sensation & 'Jane the Virgin' star Jaime Camil making his Broadway debut in the role of Billy Flynn beginning Tuesday, May 31, 2016. He will play a 5-week limited engagement at the Ambassador Theatre (219 W. 49th St., NYC) throughSunday, July 3, 2016.

BWW Preview: 7 Reasons Why You Should Be Jazzed for CHICAGO at the Fox Cities P.A.C.
by Meredith Kreisa - April 27, 2016


CHICAGO is coming to the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center from May 17-22. It's time to get jazzed!

VIDEOS: CHICAGO's Jason Danieley Holds A Note For Longer Than It Takes Danny Kaye To Sing Tchaikovsky
by Michael Dale - April 8, 2016


A lot can happen in 35.5 seconds, whether it's one note or an entire song.

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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 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 awards has Chicago been nominated for?
Chicago has been nominated for several awards, including the Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Bebe Neuwirth, Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Ann Reinking, and Outstanding Director - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Walter Bobbie.
What awards has Chicago won?
Chicago has won 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 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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