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Ages: 13+
Opened: November 7, 1996

Chicago - 1996 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

Chicago is a sassy and satirical musical set in the roaring twenties of Chicago. It tells the story of Roxie Hart and Velma Kelly, two murderesses vying for fame and acquittal during a time obsessed with media sensationalism.



The plot revolves around Roxie, a housewife who kills her cheating lover and seeks the help of a cunning lawyer, Billy Flynn, to manipulate the justice system and turn her into a celebrity. Velma, a vaudeville star already convicted for her crime, sees Roxie as a threat to her fading spotlight. The musical unfolds through a series of sharp dialogues, witty lyrics, and dazzling jazz-inspired choreography, all delivered with a healthy dose of cynicism and dark humor.



Chicago is a celebrated musical, having held the record for the longest-running American musical on Broadway until surpassed by The Phantom of the Opera. It has garnered numerous awards throughout its history, including Tony Awards for Best Musical, Best Revival of a Musical, and Best Choreography. The show's popularity extends beyond Broadway, with successful tours and revivals around the world.



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Full Cast Set for the Broadway Premiere of PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 13, 2023


The complete cast has been revealed for the Broadway premiere of Prayer for the French Republic. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets!

Maurette Brown Clark Releases Album HE LOVES ME
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 11, 2023


Multi-Award Winning Singer-Songwriter-Producer, MAURETTE BROWN CLARK celebrates the release of her new project, 'HE LOVES ME'.

Taylor Swift & More Nominated For 2024 GRAMMYS - Full List of Nominations!
by Michael Major - Nov 10, 2023


Taylor Swift, Olivia Rodrigo, and more were also nominated for GRAMMYS. Check out the full list of nominations now! Sweeney Todd, Parade, and more were nominated in the Best Musical Theatre Album category.

The Al Hirschfeld Foundation Presents HIRSCHFELD'S MUSIC Encore At City Winery, November 20
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 9, 2023


​​​​​​​The Al Hirschfeld Foundation continues its HIRSCHFELD'S MUSIC relationship with City Winery (25 11th Ave, NYC) on November 20 with a special live event featuring David Leopold, an exhibition of Hirschfeld artwork, and a new series of rock and pops star wine featuring labels by Hirschfeld.

The Conference For Research On Choreographic Interfaces Presents DANCES WITH ROBOTS
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 9, 2023


The Conference for Research on Choreographic Interfaces (CRCI) presents Dances with Robots: a podcast exploring the intersection of art, technology, and activism. Hosted by Sydney Skybetter and Ariane Michaud, the podcast premieres on November 14, 2023. Join them as they navigate the world through interdisciplinary practice.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 10th, 2023
by - Nov 10, 2023


Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 10, 2023 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours: 

CHICAGO to Celebrate 27 Year Anniversary on Broadway With $27 Tickets, Historical Plaque Unveiling & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 9, 2023


On Tuesday, November 14th, the Tony, Olivier, and Grammy Award-winning smash hit musical Chicago celebrates its 27th year as a Broadway institution.

Hootie & The Blowfish Return In 2024 With 43-City 'Summer Camp With Trucks Tour'
by Michael Major - Nov 7, 2023


Iconic pop-rock band Hootie & the Blowfish return in 2024 with the Summer Camp with Trucks Tour, featuring special guests Collective Soul and Edwin McCain. This marks their first full tour since 2019, celebrating their 30th anniversary. Mark Bryan, Dean Felber, Darius Rucker and Jim “Soni” Sonefeld are back!

Jo Dee Messina Is Continuing Her 'Heads Carolina, Tails California' Tour Into 2024
by Michael Major - Nov 6, 2023


Jo Dee Messina will be embarking on the second leg of her Heads Carolina, Tails California Tour in early 2024. The tour will kick off on February 3 in Key West, Florida and will feature various festival appearances and headline performances at renowned venues, such as Joe's Live in Chicago and the iconic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, Tennessee.

Ballet Hispánico to Celebrate Eduardo Vilaro's 15th Season With a World Premiere & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 1, 2023


Ballet Hispánico celebrates Eduardo Vilaro's 15th season with a program featuring the world premiere of Vilaro's 'Buscando a Juan,' Annabelle Lopez Ochoa's 'Mad'moiselle,' and Gustavo Ramírez Sansano's '18+1.'

CHARTOR Entertainment, African Grove Institute for the Arts, and Los Angeles Inner City Cultural Center to Present World Premiere Readings
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 31, 2023


CHARTOR Entertainment, African Grove Institute for the Arts, and Los Angeles Inner City Cultural Center will present world premiere readings from The Longwood Writers Workshop at LAICCC's Fall Celebration.

HADESTOWN National Tour is Coming to Popejoy Hall in December
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 31, 2023


Get the latest news about the Broadway show Hadestown in this press release from Popejoy Presents. Discover the details and updates about this highly anticipated production.

Oratorio Society Of New York Has Its 149th Performance Of Handel's 'Messiah'
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 30, 2023


The Oratorio Society of New York celebrates its 150th anniversary with the 149th performance of Handel's 'Messiah' at Carnegie Hall on December 18, 2023. Featuring renowned artists and led by Kent Tritle, this event is not to be missed.

London City Ballet Returns Under The Artistic Direction Of Christopher Marney
by Stephi Wild - Oct 30, 2023


After a hiatus of almost 30 years, the London City Ballet will return to the stage again under the direction of Christopher Marney, former dancer, and director of the Joffrey Ballet Studio Company of Chicago.

Perelman Performing Arts Center to Present IS IT THURSDAY YET? & More Dance Programming
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 27, 2023


The Perelman Performing Arts Center will present Is It Thursday Yet?, The March, and Motion/Matter: Street Dance Festival at the new performing arts center at the World Trade Center site in Lower Manhattan. 

Brad Oscar, Jelani Remy, Christina Sajous & More to Star in in THE COUNTRY WIFE at Red Bull Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 26, 2023


Get the latest news on Red Bull Theater's upcoming production of THE COUNTRY WIFE, featuring an incredible cast including Nicholas Christopher, Carson Elrod, Eddie Korbich, Kristolyn Lloyd, Jacob Ming-Trent, Brad Oscar, Jelani Remy, and Lauren Worsham. Don't miss this one-night-only event.

West End Production of GREASE Will Tour the UK and Ireland From April 2024
by Stephi Wild - Oct 25, 2023


After incredibly successful summer seasons in 2022 and 2023; Jim Jacobs & Warren Casey's iconic musical GREASE will tour the UK and Ireland in 2024. GREASE is directed by Nikolai Foster and choreographed by Arlene Phillips.

SABBATH'S THEATER Extended Through Mid December
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 24, 2023


Due to demand, The New Group has added two weeks for Sabbath’s Theater, adapted from the novel by Philip Roth by Ariel Levy and John Turturro.

How Many Shows Have Premiered After the Writer Has Passed Away? 
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Oct 29, 2023


This time, the reader question was: After seeing Here We Are, I’m wondering: have other shows premiered soon after one of the writers has passed away? 

AMANDA RECKONWITH Closes Her 15-Month Residency at Pangea This November and December
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 22, 2023


AMANDA RECKONWITH closes her residency at PANGEA on Nov 18 & Dec 16, 2023. Get all the details here!

North Mississippi Allstars, With Special Guest Bag Men Come to Boulder Theater
by Stephi Wild - Oct 11, 2023


North Mississippi Allstars, with Special Guest Bag Men comes to Boulder Theater on Friday, January 12, 2024. Tickets go on sale Friday, October 13 at 10am.

Billy Porter, Michael Urie, Joaquina Kalukango & More Join New York City Center 30th Encores! Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 10, 2023


Get the latest news on the star-studded cast joining the New York City Center 30th Encores! Series, including Billy Porter, Michael Urie, Joaquina Kalukango, and more. Find out all the details here.

Tickets On Sale For CHICAGO in Sydney
by Stephi Wild - Oct 9, 2023


Tickets for the Sydney season of one of Australia’s favourite musicals, CHICAGO, go on pre-sale today, with general public sales from Friday 13 October. New tickets are also on sale this week for the Perth, Brisbane and Melbourne seasons. Learn more about how to get tickets here!

Renowned Pianist Ian Hobson to Continue Robert Schumann Cycle with MARCHES AND ETUDES Marches and Etudes Program at Tenri Cultural Institute
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 3, 2023


Don't miss renowned pianist Ian Hobson as he continues his Robert Schumann Cycle with a captivating 'Marches and Etudes' program at Tenri Cultural Institute in New York. Discover the concert details and program highlights in this article.

Tony-Winner Beth Leavel, Dermot Mulroney And Jenna Lea Rosen To Headline MACK & MABEL L.A. Concert
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 29, 2023


ALL ROADS THEATRE COMPANY, Los Angeles's brand new Equity Theatre Company, announces principal casting for its fully staged and choreographed presentation of Jerry Herman's and Michael Stewart's beloved musical, MACK & MABEL In Concert, starring Dermot Mulroney and Jenna Lea Rosen as the title characters, with Tony Award-winner Beth Leavel.

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