Max von Essen News

Photos: First Look at Robyn Hurder as Velma Kelly in Chicago

by Chloe Rabinowitz — March 29, 2024

Get a first look at photos of Robyn Hurder as Velma Kelly in Chicago.

Bianca Marroquin and Natasha Yvette Williams Will Return to CHICAGO on Broadway

by Stephi Wild — March 28, 2024

Chicago on Broadway will welcome back Bianca Marroquín in the role of “Roxie Hart” and Tony nominee Natasha Yvette Williams in the role of “Matron Mama Morton.

Video: First Look at Robyn Hurder as Velma in CHICAGO

by Stephi Wild — March 27, 2024

Tony Award nominee Robyn Hurder has returned to Chicago on Broadway in the role of 'Velma Kelly'.

Liz Callaway, Billy Stritch & More Nominated for 2024 MAC Awards - See the Full List!

by Chloe Rabinowitz — March 13, 2024

The Manhattan Association of Cabarets has revealed the 2024 MAC Award nominees.

Robyn Hurder to Return to CHICAGO as Velma This Month

by Chloe Rabinowitz — March 8, 2024

Tony Award nominee Robyn Hurder will return to Chicago on Broadway in the role of “Velma Kelly” beginning Tuesday, March 26 through Sunday, June 16.

Interview: Red Concepcion Looks on 'Mr. Cellophane's' Bright Side

by Oliver Oliveros — March 7, 2024

Red Concepcion, who just made his Broadway debut in “Chicago,” sprinkles a little sunshine in his character, Amos Hart, who’s often depicted as Roxie’s “scummy, crummy, dummy hubby.

Ariana Madix Out of CHICAGO February 27 Performance

by A.A. Cristi — February 27, 2024

TV personality, actress and author Ariana Madix will miss tonight's performance of Chicago.

Video: Red Concepción Performs 'Mister Cellophane' in CHICAGO on Broadway

by Lauren Hilton — February 27, 2024

You can see right through him, walk right by him, and never know he's there! Here's an exclusive video sneak peek of Red Concepción performing 'Mister Cellophane' in CHICAGO on Broadway.

Ariana Madix Extends Run in CHICAGO on Broadway Through Early April

by Chloe Rabinowitz — February 14, 2024

TV personality, actress and author Ariana Madix will extend in her role as 'Roxie Hart' in Chicago on Broadway through April 7.

Jinkx Monsoon Will Return to CHICAGO in June

by Stephi Wild — February 12, 2024

Chicago has announced that actress, vocalist, and two-time “RuPaul's Drag Race” winner Jinkx Monsoon will return in the role of Matron “Mama” Morton for 20 performances only beginning this June!

Ariana Madix, From SUR to Stage: How 'Vanderpump Rules' Was Just a Detour for CHICAGO's New Roxie

by Michael Major — February 15, 2024

In 2023, Madix found herself at the center of the 'Scandoval.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld February 8, 2024

by — February 8, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 8, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Bernadette Peters, Adrienne Warren, Max von Essen & More Set for Carnegie Hall 2024-25 Season

by Chloe Rabinowitz — February 7, 2024

Carnegie Hall has revealed its programming for its 2024–2025 season, including approximately 170 concerts.

Photos: First Look at Ariana Madix as Roxie Hart in CHICAGO

by Chloe Rabinowitz — February 7, 2024

You can now get a first look at Ariana Madix as Roxie Hart, Amra-Faye Wright as Velma Kelly and Max von Essen as Billy Flynn in Chicago! See the photos and learn how to purchase tickets!

CHICAGO Has Best Non-Holiday Performance Week In the Show's History

by Chloe Rabinowitz — February 5, 2024

Chicago, Broadway’s longest running American Musical, had its highest grossing non-holiday performance week in the show’s 27-year history.

Review: MAX VON ESSEN: CALL ME OLD FASHIONED: THE BROADWAY STANDARDS at Venetian Room

by Steve Murray — February 5, 2024

Almost four years after his COVID delayed Bay Area Cabaret appearance, Broadway star Max von Essen made it to the historic Venetian Room with selections from his 2019 CD of Broadway interpretations on which he was joined by Grammy winning composer and famed musical director, Billy Stritch who backs