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WAITRESS Will Conclude West End Run in 2020

by Stephi Wild — November 21, 2019

The producers of Waitress announced today a further extension to the West End run.

Photo Flash: CHICAGO Celebrates its 23rd Anniversary on Broadway

by Stephi Wild — November 15, 2019

The Tony Award-winning, record-breaking hit musical Chicago celebrated its 23rd Broadway anniversary last night, Thursday, November 14th.

Celebrate CHICAGO's 23rd Anniversary With Some Of The Show's Standout Moments!

by Linnae Medeiros — November 14, 2019

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VIDEO: Willemijn Verkaik To Lead WAITRESS In The Netherlands; Performs 'What Baking Can Do'

by Alan Henry — November 14, 2019

Waitress has today announced Willemijn Verkaik in the leading role of Jenna for the upcoming international tour of the Netherlands which will visit the country's largest theatres from September 2020.

CHICAGO Celebrates 23rd Broadway Anniversary Tomorrow

by Chloe Rabinowitz — November 13, 2019

The Tony Award-winning, record-breaking hit musical Chicago celebrates its 23rd Broadway anniversary tomorrow, Thursday, November 14th.

Photo Coverage: The Drama League 2019 Gala Honors Sutton Foster

by Genevieve Rafter Keddy — October 29, 2019

The Drama League honored Sutton Foster at the organization's 36th Annual Benefit Gala this fall.

CHICAGO THE MUSICAL In Concert With The Dallas Symphony Orchestra Premieres Tonight

by A.A. Cristi — October 4, 2019

Columbia Artists will present Chicago The Musical - In Concert, premiering with the Dallas Symphony Orchestra in Dallas, TX tonight, October 4, 2019.

REAL HOUSEWIVES Star Erika Jayne Will Make Broadway Debut as Roxie in CHICAGO

by Julie Musbach — September 25, 2019

The Broadway company of Chicago will welcome singer, actress and TV sensation Erika Jayne (Bravo's a?oeThe Real Housewives of Beverly Hillsa??) making her Broadway debut in the role of a?oeRoxie Harta?? beginning Monday, January 6, 2020.

VIDEO: CHICAGO's 'Hot Honey Rag' Gets a New Take In This Dance Piece

by Linnae Medeiros — September 16, 2019

Chicago is giving us a peek at all the razzle dazzle of a new take on the show's classic number 'Hot Honey Rag.

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'.

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.

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!

Broadway's Record-Breaking Smash Hit CHICAGO Comes To Houston

by A.A. Cristi — April 22, 2019

Society for the Performing Arts (SPA) is proud to present the award-winning musical CHICAGO from June 4-9 in Jones Hall for the Performing Arts.

NLF Legend & Former Houston Oiler Eddie George To Star In CHICAGO In Houston

by A.A. Cristi — April 19, 2019

Society for the Performing Arts (SPA) and the touring company of the Tony Award-winning, record-breaking hit musical CHICAGO will welcome NFL Legend, Heisman Trophy winner and former Houston Oiler Eddie George making to the role of "Billy Flynn.

Palm Beach Dramaworks' 12th Annual Shelly Award Given To Louise Snyder

by A.A. Cristi — March 20, 2019

The sounds infusing the lobby of the Kravis Center's Cohen Pavilion on March 16 were voices from a bygone era, those that filled the airwaves when radio reigned and families gathered 'round to listen to all kinds of programs - not just music but mysteries, comedies, adventure stories, and police pro

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.

State Theatre New Jersey Presents CHICAGO THE MUSICAL

by BWW News Desk — February 15, 2019

State Theatre New Jersey presents Chicago The Musical for four performances today, February 15, 2019 at 8pm, Saturday, February 16, 2019 at 2pm and 8pm, and Sunday February 17, 2019 at 2pm.

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.

CHICAGO Brings All That Jazz to The State Theatre

by BWW News Desk — January 30, 2019

CHICAGO is BACK IN TOWN and its PURE ENTERTAINMENT! 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 -- and it still shows no sign of ever slowing down!

State Theatre New Jersey Presents CHICAGO THE MUSICAL

by A.A. Cristi — January 23, 2019

State Theatre New Jersey presents Chicago The Musical for four performances on Friday, February 15, 2019 at 8pm, Saturday, February 16, 2019 at 2pm and 8pm, and Sunday February 17, 2019 at 2pm.