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2 hours 30 minutes, including one 15-minute intermission
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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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Christie Brinkley to Return to CHICAGO as 'Roxie' in April!
by Nicole Rosky - January 30, 2012


After her critically acclaimed stage debut as Roxie Hart both on Broadway and in London's West End last year, Christie Brinkley, one of the world's most successful supermodels, returns to Broadway this spring to reprise her killer role in the six-time Tony Award-winning musical smash hit CHICAGO.

Bianca Marroquin Returns to CHICAGO
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2012


On Monday, January 16, 2012, Broadway's celebrated revival of John Kander, Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse's Tony Award-winning musical CHICAGO will welcome back Mexican stage and screen sensation Bianca Marroquin in the starring role of Roxie Hart.

Photo Coverage: Marco Zunino Joins CHICAGO!
by Peter James Zielinski - January 15, 2012


Broadway's celebrated revival of John Kander, Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse's Tony Award-winning musical CHICAGO welcomed Latin-American star Marco Zunino in his first Broadway appearance as 'that silver-tongued prince of the courtroom,' Billy Flynn. Check out photos from the actor's debut below!

Bianca Marroquin to Return to CHICAGO January 16
by Nicole Rosky - January 4, 2012


On Monday, January 16, 2012, Broadway's celebrated revival of John Kander, Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse's Tony Award-winning musical CHICAGO will welcome back Mexican stage and screen sensation Bianca Marroquin in the starring role of Roxie Hart.

Brent Barrett to Return to Broadway's CHICAGO Tonight
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2011


Tonight, Broadway's celebrated revival of John Kander, Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse's Tony Award-winning musical CHICAGO is pleased to welcome back Brent Barrett in the role of 'that silver-tongued prince of the courtroom,' Billy Flynn.

Marco Zunino to Join Cast of CHICAGO in January
by Nicole Rosky - December 16, 2011


On Monday, January 16, 2012, Broadway's celebrated revival of John Kander, Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse's Tony Award-winning musical CHICAGO is pleased to welcome Latin-American star Marco Zunino as he makes his Broadway stage debut in the role of 'that silver-tongued prince of the courtroom,' Billy Flynn.

Brent Barrett to Return to Broadway's CHICAGO, 12/19
by Nicole Rosky - December 9, 2011


On Monday, December 19, Broadway's celebrated revival of John Kander, Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse's Tony Award-winning musical CHICAGO is pleased to welcome back Brent Barrett in the role of 'that silver-tongued prince of the courtroom,' Billy Flynn.

Photo Coverage: Happy 15th Broadway Birthday CHICAGO!
by Peter James Zielinski - November 15, 2011


On Monday, November 14, the internationally acclaimed revival of John Kander, Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse's Tony Award-winning musical CHICAGO celebrated its 15th anniversary on Broadway! BroadwayWorld was on hand for the milestone performance, and brings you photos from the festivities below!

GYPSY OF THE MONTH: Donna Marie Asbury of 'Chicago'
by Adrienne Onofri - November 17, 2011


As 'Chicago' celebrates 15 years on Broadway, we profile its longest-running cast member.

CHICAGO Celebrates 15th Anniversary in November; John O'Hurley to Return
by Nicole Rosky - October 19, 2011


On Monday, November 14, the internationally acclaimed revival of John Kander, Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse's Tony Award-winning musical CHICAGO celebrates another major milestone with its 15th anniversary on Broadway!

STAGE TUBE: CHICAGO Hosts Givenik Charity Night!
by Nicole Rosky - October 12, 2011


Last night, October 11, Broadway's Tony Award-winning hit musical CHICAGO and Givenik.com presented a special performance and post-show reception to benefit the four favorite charities of current leading-lady Kara DioGuardi -- Phoenix House (phoenixhouse.org), Columbus Citizens Foundation (columbuscitizensfd.org), Malaria No More (malarianomore.org) and Sister Domingas and Friends Foundation (sisterdomingas.org).

Photo Coverage: Kara DioGuardi and CHICAGO Lend Support to Givenik.com
by Kevin Thomas Garcia - October 12, 2011


Last night, October 11, Broadway's Tony Award-winning hit musical CHICAGO and Givenik.com presented a special performance and post-show reception to benefit the four favorite charities of current leading-lady Kara DioGuardi -- Phoenix House (phoenixhouse.org), Columbus Citizens Foundation (columbuscitizensfd.org), Malaria No More (malarianomore.org) and Sister Domingas and Friends Foundation (sisterdomingas.org). BroadwayWorld was on hand for the event and brings you photo coverage below.

Post-Show CHICAGO Benefit Features Meet & Greet With Kara DioGuardi, 10/11
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2011


On Tuesday, October 11, Broadway's Tony Award-winning hit musical CHICAGO and Givenik.com will present a special performance and post-show reception to benefit the four favorite charities of current leading-lady Kara DioGuardi.

STAGE TUBE: CHICAGO's Kara DioGuardi Talks Charity Night & More!
by Kelsey Denette - October 7, 2011


Kara DioGuardi, who is currently making her Broadway debut as Roxie Hart in CHICAGO, announces a special charity night. When you buy a full price ticket for the Tuesday, October 11th performance through Givenik.com, you'll be able to attend a post-show reception with Kara! View the video below!

Post-Show CHICAGO Benefit Features Meet & Greet With Kara DioGuardi, 10/11
by Kelsey Denette - October 6, 2011


On Tuesday, October 11, Broadway's Tony Award-winning hit musical CHICAGO and Givenik.com will present a special performance and post-show reception to benefit the four favorite charities of current leading-lady Kara DioGuardi.

STAGE TUBE: CHICAGO Announces Cellblock Idol Contest
by Nicole Rosky - September 27, 2011


CHICAGO has just announced that past American Idol judge and current Roxie, Kara DioGuardi will judge a new contest titled 'Cellblock Idol,' in which fans can sing their favorite CHICAGO tunes and submit them through Youtube. The winner of the contest will be awarded a dinner a B. Smiths, tickets to the show, and a special meeting with Ms. DioGuardi! For additional deatils on the guidlines, visit the show's Facebook page.

Photo Coverage: CHICAGO Sings for 'Carols for a Cure' Album
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - September 26, 2011


Chicago heads into the studio to record 'What Child Is This' for Carols for a Cure album.

STAGE TUBE: Kara DioGuardi on Her Road to Broadway!
by Nicole Rosky - September 19, 2011


Former American Idol judge Kara DioGuardi just made her Broadway debut in Chicago as murderess 'Roxie Hart.' DioGuardi will play an 8 week limited engagement in the production. DioGuardi is the latest addition to the roster of actresses who have graced Chicago's Broadway stage as Roxie Hart throughout the years, including Brooke Shields, Sandy Duncan, Marilu Henner, Bebe Neuwirth, AshLee Simpson, Michelle Williams, Christie Brinkley and Academy Award nominee Melanie Griffith. Click below to hear her chat about her road to the Great White Way!

STAGE TUBE: Kara DioGuardi Performs CHICAGO Medley on REGIS & KELLY!
by Nicole Rosky - September 12, 2011


Former American Idol judge Kara DioGuardi made her Broadway debut last week in Chicago as murderess 'Roxie Hart.' DioGuardi will play an 8 week limited engagement in the production. She recently stopped by 'Live with Regis and Kelly,' where she erformed a medley of 'Funny Honey' and 'Nowadays.' Click below to check out her performance!

InDepth InterView: Kara DioGuardi Talks CHICAGO, BOOK OF MORMON, AMERICAN IDOL, GLEE & More!
by Pat Cerasaro - September 16, 2011


Today we are talking to the new Roxie in CHICAGO on Broadway best known for her status as one of the most successful songwriters of the twenty-first century, having had hundreds of songs featured on albums by the likes of Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera, Celine Dion, Pink and many, many more - with a significant number of them topping the charts in a variety of genres from pop to rock to country and beyond. In this all-encompassing conversation, DioGuardi and I dissect her career thus far - in front of millions and behind the scenes - and she generously sheds some light on how some of her most famous songs came to be - including the modern-day Gwen Stefani classic "If I Were A Rich Girl", famously sampling a song from FIDDLER ON THE ROOF. Additionally, we talk about her two-year stint on AMERICAN IDOL and what working with Simon Cowell and Paula Abdul was like, as well as her opinions on Simon's new talent competition premiering later this year, THE X-FACTOR, and how she looks back on her experience doing the hit show and her own reality series, PLATINUM HIT. Additionally, we discuss DioGuardi's Broadway baby roots and her formative theatrical experiences, as well as what taking the stage at this point in her career means to her - and, all about wearing Ashlee Simpson's costume. Plus, DioGuardi's thoughts on entertainment legends ranging from CHICAGO composer John Kander to rock icon Jim Steinman to Broadway legends like Liza Minnelli, Gwen Verdon, Stephen Sondheim and many, many more. We also have news on her upcoming songs and collaborations to look out for, featuring a vast array of artists such as Jason Mraz, Bruno Mars, Jason Derulo and more - many featured through her music publishing company, Arthouse Entertainment. As if all of that weren't enough, DioGuardi also shares her affection for GLEE, Broadway song craftsmanship and gypsies!

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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 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 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 (Drama League Awards) for Bebe Neuwirth, Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Ann Reinking, and Outstanding Director - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Walter Bobbie.
What awards has Chicago won?
Chicago has won several prestigious 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, also 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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