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Lana Gordon, Ryan Silverman, and Brenda Braxton Will Return to CHICAGO
by Stephi Wild - Apr 6, 2022

Lana Gordon and Drama Desk nominee Ryan Silverman will return to Chicago in the roles of Velma Kelly and Billy Flynn, respectively, on Tuesday, April 12 at the Ambassador Theatre (219 W. 49th St.; New York, NY). They join Tony Award nominee Brenda Braxton, who previously played Velma Kelly and now takes on the role of Matron “Mama” Morton.

CHICAGO's Bianca Marroquín Named Mr. Amigo 2022
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 27, 2022

Earlier today, award-winning actress and singer, Bianca Marroquín was named Mr. Amigo 2022 at the official announcement and poster unveiling ceremony hosted by the Mexican Consulate, Texas Southmost College and City of Brownsville. 

VIDEO: See a Sneak Peek of James Monroe Iglehart in Rehearsal for CHICAGO!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 14, 2022

James Monroe Iglehart is set to take over the role of Billy Flynn in the Broadway production of Chicago! He will take over the role on January 17, replacing Tom Hewitt, who has played the role since November 2021.

Charlotte d'Amboise Returns to CHICAGO and Bianca Marroquín Extends Her Run
by Stephi Wild - Jan 10, 2022

Tony Nominee Charlotte d'Amboise returns to Chicago as Roxie Hart beginning tonight, Monday, January 10, 2022 and Bianca Marroquín has extended in her role as Velma Kelly through March 13, 2022 at the Ambassador Theatre (219 W. 49th St.; New York, NY).

Ana Villafañe, Bianca Marroquín, and Lillias White Extend Runs in CHICAGO
by Stephi Wild - Dec 6, 2021

It has been announced that Ana Villafañe and Bianca Marroquín will star in Chicago through Sunday, January 9, 2022. Lillias White will play her final performance on Sunday, December 26, 2021. The record-breaking hit musical Chicago is now playing at the Ambassador Theatre (219 W. 49th St., NYC).

CHICAGO Cancels Monday & Tuesday Performances Due to Positive COVID Tests
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 29, 2021

CHICAGO did not perform this past Saturday night after employees at the Ambassador Theatre tested positive for the COVID virus.  Out of an abundance of caution, there will be no Monday or Tuesday performance (The show does not play on Wednesdays).

CHICAGO Cancels Saturday Evening Show Due to Positive Covid Tests
by Robert Diamond - Nov 27, 2021

Per the production, 'because two people who work at the Ambassador Theatre tested positive for the COVID 19 virus today (Saturday, November 26th), the 8PM performance of CHICAGO will not proceed, out of an abundance of caution...'

CHICAGO Announces 25th Anniversary Celebration Events!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 15, 2021

Chicago will celebrate 25 years on Broadway tomorrow Tuesday, November 16th at 6:30PM with a very special performance. Beginning at 5PM on the TKTS Red Steps in Times Square the Brooklyn United Marching Band will march to 49th Street playing Kander & Ebb music. The Ambassador Theatre will be lit in red with a star-studded red carpet. 

Photos: First Look Ana Villafañe, Bianca Marroquín & More in CHICAGO on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 13, 2021

Chicago resumed performances on Broadway on September 14 with a new cast and we have your first look at the company in action, including Ana Villafañe as Roxie Hart, Bianca Marroquín as Velma Kelly, Tony Award-winner Paulo Szot as Billy Flynn, and Tony Award-winner Lillias White as Matron “Mama” Morton.

VIDEO: CHICAGO's Orchestra Returns to the Ambassador Theatre for First Rehearsal Back
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - Sep 10, 2021

The Broadway orchestra of Chicago is ready to razzle dazzle audiences at the Ambassador Theatre again! The show has shared a look into the first rehearsal back onstage for the musicians as they perform the overture for the show.

VIDEO: Get Sneak Peek of Lillias White Performing 'When You're Good to Mama' From CHICAGO!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 26, 2021

Casting for the Broadway company of CHICAGO was recently announced, featuring Ana Villafañe as Broadway's next Roxie Hart, Bianca Marroquín in her debut in the role of Velma Kelly, Tony Award-winner Lillias White as Matron 'Mama' Morton, Raymond Bokhour as Amos Hart and Ryan Lowe as Mary Sunshine.

Paulo Szot Will Return to CHICAGO as 'Billy Flynn'
by Stephi Wild - Aug 26, 2021

Tony Award Winner Paulo Szot will return as “Billy Flynn” to Chicago when performances resume on Tuesday, September 14, 2021 at the Ambassador Theatre.

Video Flashback: CHICAGO Cast Asks 'What Would Fosse Do?' at 2019 Red Bucket Follies
by Stephi Wild - Feb 25, 2021

What happens when The Book of Mormon, Mean Girls,  Hamilton get the Bob Fosse treatment? Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS is throwing it back to Chicago's 2019 Red Bucket Follies performance, 'What Would Fosse Do?'

Bell Works and Axelrod Performing Arts Academy Present Entertaining Evening Of Halloween Festivities
by Stephi Wild - Oct 28, 2020

Be prepared for a 'Spine-Tingling' night of Halloween inspired Dances, Musical Theater performances, and 'Spook-en Word' at Bell Works' 'This In Halloween!' Presentation, this Friday, October 30th at 5 and 7 pm (with a rain-date for Saturday, October 31st).

Axelrod Performing Arts Center Partners With Bell Works To Offer In-Person Arts Education For Fall Semester
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 9, 2020

Following the successful launch of the Axelrod Performing Arts Academy (APAA) this summer, parents can now look forward to a break from homeschooling their children with a dynamic, in-person arts curriculum at Bell Works in Holmdel.

Meet the Current Cast of CHICAGO on Broadway!
by Paul Smith - Jun 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.

Photo Coverage: Cast Members From WAITRESS, SPONGEBOB, and More Perform at Broadway In Bryant Park
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Jul 13, 2018

This week's performers included: Chicago (Donna Marie Asbury, David Bushman, Jessica Ernest, Terra C. MacLeod, Barrett Martin, Katie Mitchell, Drew Nellessen, Beth Johnson Nicely, Brian O'Brien, Jermaine Rembert, and Michael Scirrotto), SpongeBob SquarePants (Danny Skinner, Jesse JP Johnson, Brian Ray Norris, and Jai'Len Christine Li Josey), Stomp (Alan Asuncion, Ivan Salazar, John Gavin, Josh Cruz, Kayla Cowart, Marivaldo Dos Santos, Simeon Weedall, and Taylor Lee), and Waitress (Katharine McPhee, Erich Bergen, Anastacia McCleskey, Brandon Kalm, Kayla Davion, Law Dunford, Molly Jobe, Tiffany Hobbs, and Tyrone Davis).

TV: CHICAGO Paints the Town at Broadway in Bryant Park
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 14, 2018

Broadway is back in the park! Broadway in Bryant Park has returned for the 2018 season, bringing the best of Broadway together for free performances for six consecutive weeks from through Thursday, August 16. The Bryant Park stage is located at 6th Avenue between 40th and 42nd Streets. Lawn seating is first-come, first-serve.

Katharine McPhee, Erich Bergen, Danny Skinner & More Will Perform at Broadway in Bryant Park This Week!
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 10, 2018

Broadway in Bryant Park will return this summer! The 2018 program will bring the best of Broadway together for free performances for six consecutive weeks from Thursday, July 12 to Thursday, August 16. New Yorkers and visitors to the Big Apple are invited to come at 11 a.m. every Thursday with performances running from 12:30 p.m. EST - 1:30 p.m. EST on the Bryant Park Stage. Hosted by 106.7 LITE FM's on-air personalities, this year's annual presentation of open-air lunch hour performances featuring the best Broadway and Off-Broadway shows will be presented by your local Toyota Dealers, VISIT PHILADELPHIA and FUJIFILM Instax.

VIDEO: Watch Highlights from BC/EFA's Record-Breaking 2017 GYPSY OF THE YEAR
by BWW News Desk - Dec 8, 2017

The indomitable and generous spirit of the theatre community - those onstage, backstage and in the audience - shined brightly as the 29th annual Gypsy of the Year competition celebrated six weeks of fundraising work of 56 Broadway, Off-Broadway and national touring companies for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Gypsy of the Year (#GypsyOfTheYear), which was held December 4 and 5, 2017, raised a record-breaking $5,609,211 for Broadway Cares. Check out highlights from the show below!