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2 hours 30 minutes, including one 15-minute intermission
Ages: 12+
Opened: November 14, 1996

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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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Video: Watch Jinkx Monsoon Perform 'When You're Good To Mama' From CHICAGO on the RUPAUL'S DRAG RACE Finale
by Michael Major - April 17, 2023


Fresh off her record-breaking run in Chicago on Broadway, Jinkx Monsoon performed 'When You're Good to Mama' on the season 15 finale of RuPaul's Drag Race. Monsoon returned to the series after making her Broadway debut in one of the longest running shows on Broadway-Chicago-playing Matron 'Mama' Morton. Watch the video performance now!

Photos: Olivia Holt & Company Take First Bows in CHICAGO on Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - April 11, 2023


The Broadway musical Chicago welcomed actress and singer Olivia Holt making her Broadway debut in the role of 'Roxie Hart' beginning last night, Monday, April 10 at the Ambassador Theatre. BroadwayWorld was there for her first show and you can check out photos of her taking her bows!

Video: CHICAGO'S New Stars Olivia Holt, Kimberly Marable And More Take Their First Bows!
by A.A. Cristi - April 10, 2023


Tonight, Chicago welcomed actress and singer Olivia Holt making her Broadway as “Roxie Hart”, Kimberly Marable in the role of “Velma Kelly,” Liam Fennecken in the role of “Amos Hart”, and welcomed back Charity Angél Dawson as “Matron 'Mama' Morton' and Erich Bergen as 'Billy Flynn'. See video of their opening night bows!

CHICAGO Releases New Block Of Tickets Through February 4, 2024
by Stephi Wild - April 10, 2023


A new block of tickets is now on sale through February 4, 2024 for the Tony Award-winning, record-breaking hit musical Chicago at the Ambassador Theatre (219 W. 49th St., NYC).

Erich Bergen Returns to CHICAGO Next Week
by Stephi Wild - April 5, 2023


The Broadway company of the Tony Award-winning, record-breaking hit musical Chicago will welcome back Erich Bergen in the role of “Billy Flynn” beginning Monday, April 10, 2023 through Sunday, June 4, 2023.

Kimberly Marable, Charity Angel Dawson, and Liam Fennecken Will Join CHICAGO on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - March 31, 2023


The Broadway company of Chicago will welcome Kimberly Marable in the role of “Velma Kelly,” Liam Fennecken in the role of “Amos Hart” and welcomes back Charity Angél Dawson as “Matron Mama Morton” beginning Monday, April 10, 2023.

Video: Olivia Holt Is Getting Ready to Make Her Broadway Debut in CHICAGO
by Nicole Rosky - March 30, 2023


The Broadway musical Chicago will welcome actress and singer Olivia Holt making her Broadway debut in the role of Roxie Hart beginning Monday, April 10 at the Ambassador Theatre. In this video, Olivia is telling us all about why joining the cast is a dream come true!

Photos: Olivia Holt Meets the Press Ahead of Broadway Debut in CHICAGO
by Jennifer Broski - March 29, 2023


See photos of Olivia Holt meeting the press ahead of her Broadway debut in Chicago!

CHICAGO Has Best Non-Holiday Performance Week In the Show's 26 Year History
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 27, 2023


Chicago, Broadway’s longest running American Musical, had its highest grossing non-holiday performance week in the show’s 26-year history.

Video: Watch Jinkx Monsoon Sing CHICAGO's 'I Am My Own Best Friend' and More with ELLE
by Blair Ingenthron - March 25, 2023


Watch Jinkx Monsoon sing musical theatre classics in a game of song association with ELLE!

Video: Watch Jinkx Monsoon and Kristin Chenoweth Chat Queen to Queen at CHICAGO
by Nicole Rosky - March 20, 2023


On Friday, March 17th, Chicago presented QUEEN TO QUEEN with Jinkx Monsoon & Kristin Chenoweth, a 'jazzy' post-show event at the Ambassador Theatre following the evening performance of Chicago, and BroadwayWorld was there to capture the event! Watch in this video!

Video: CHICAGO's Jinkx Monsoon Speaks Out Against Anti-Drag Laws in MSNBC Interview
by Blair Ingenthron - March 18, 2023


Watch Chicago's Jinkx Monsoon speak out about the wave of anti-drag laws currently being proposed by Republican lawmakers.

Photos: Go Backstage at QUEEN TO QUEEN with Jinkx Monsoon & Kristin Chenoweth at CHICAGO
by Bruce Glikas - March 18, 2023


On Friday, March 17th, Chicago presented QUEEN TO QUEEN with Jinkx Monsoon & Kristin Chenoweth, a “jazzy” post-show event at the Ambassador Theatre. Check out our photos here!

Photos: John Kander Celebrates 96th Birthday at CHICAGO
by Bruce Glikas - March 17, 2023


Broadway legend John Kander, who is currently represented on Broadway with Chicago and New York, New York, celebrates his 96th birthday tomorrow, March 18. To celebrate the headed to the Ambassador Theatre to pose with the ladies of Chicago!

CHICAGO Has Best Non-Holiday Performance Week In the Show's 26 Year History
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 13, 2023


Chicago, Broadway’s longest running American Musical, had its highest grossing non-holiday performance week in the show’s 26-year history. See how to purchase tickets to Chicago!

Kristin Chenoweth to Join Jinkx Monsoon for QUEEN TO QUEEN Event at CHICAGO
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 9, 2023


Chicago will present QUEEN TO QUEEN with Jinkx Monsoon & Kristin Chenoweth, a “jazzy” post-show event at the Ambassador Theatre.

Olivia Holt Will Make Her Broadway Debut in CHICAGO Next Month
by Stephi Wild - March 7, 2023


The Broadway musical Chicago will welcome actress and singer Olivia Holt making her Broadway debut in the role of “Roxie Hart” beginning Monday, April 10 at the Ambassador Theatre. She will play an 8-week limited engagement through Sunday, June 4.

Photos: RUPAUL'S DRAG RACE Season 15 Stars Visit Jinkx Monsoon at CHICAGO
by Bruce Glikas - March 2, 2023


See photos of the stars of RuPaul's Drag Race season 15 visiting Jinkx Monsoon at Chicago on Broadway!

Jinkx Monsoon Extends Run in CHICAGO For 14 More Performances
by Stephi Wild - February 27, 2023


Actress, vocalist, and two-time “RuPaul’s Drag Race” winner Jinkx Monsoon will extend her run in the role of Matron “Mama” Morton in Chicago for 14 more performances only. The additional performances run Thursday, March 16 through Sunday, March 26, at the Ambassador Theatre.

Video: Watch Jinkx Monsoon Perform 'When You're Good To Mama' in CHICAGO
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 24, 2023


Watch a clip of Jinkx Monsoon performing 'When You're Good to Mama' in Chicago on Broadway!

VIDEO: Jinkx Monsoon, Charlotte d'Amboise & Lana Gordon Talk CHICAGO on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Michael Major - February 20, 2023


Chicago stars Jinkx Monsoon, Charlotte d'Amboise, and Lana Gordon sat down with Megan Ryte on Good Morning America over the weekend to discuss the impact that Monsoon has made on Chicago on Broadway. Monsoon makes history as the first drag queen to play the role of Matron 'Mama' Morton on Broadway. Watch the video interview now!

VIDEO: Sea Lion and Trainer Dance to 'Cell Block Tango' from CHICAGO
by Blair Ingenthron - February 19, 2023


Bernadette Peters shared a video on Twitter of a sea lion and trainer performing choreography to 'Cell Block Tango' from CHICAGO. Watch the performance here!

Photos: Bebe Neuwirth Visits Jinkx Monsoon Backstage at CHICAGO For Teacher's Night on Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - February 3, 2023


Bebe Neuwirth stopped by Chicago to visit Jinkx Monsoon, who currently stars in the production, for Teachers' Night on Broadway. Teacher's Night on Broadway celebrated 500 New York City public school educators by treating them to a showing of the musical Chicago. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos here!

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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 the following Tony Awards: 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 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 awards has Chicago won?
Chicago has won several awards, including the Distinguished Performance Award for Bebe Neuwirth at the Drama League Awards, Outstanding Choreography for Ann Reinking at the Drama Desk Awards, and Outstanding Director - Musical for Walter Bobbie at the Drama Desk Awards.
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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