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Chicago - 1979 West End History , Info & More

Based on the play Chicago by Maurine Dallas Watkins

Escrito por Fred Ebb y Bob Fosse, con música de John Kander y letras de Fred Ebb, Chicago ha sido visto por más de 17 millones de espectadores en todo el mundo, y ha recaudado la espectacular cifra de más de 850 millones de dólares. Ambientado en medio de la extravagante decadencia de los años 20, este musical cuenta la historia de Roxie Hart y Velma Kelly, dos mujeres ambiciosas encerradas por crímenes pasionales, que luchan por conseguir el favor de Billy Flynn, un famoso abogado que utiliza a la prensa sensacionalista para conseguir la libertad de sus clientes.

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2026 Dora Mavor Moore Awards Winners Announced; See the Full List
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 29, 2026


TAPA announced the recipients of the 46th Annual Dora Mavor Moore Awards at a ceremony at Meridian Hall in Toronto, with multiple wins going to THROUGH THE EYES OF GOD, THE DIVISION, and NARNIA, among others.

Wharton Arts Names Carol Chickering Burden as New President & CEO
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 24, 2026


Wharton Arts announced the appointment of Carol Chickering Burden as President and CEO, bringing over two decades of leadership in arts, education, and youth development to the New Jersey organization.

North Coast Repertory Theatre Resident Set Designer Marty Burnett Dies at 72
by Stephi Wild - Jun 22, 2026


North Coast Repertory Theatre has announced the passing of Marty Burnett, the company's longtime Resident Set Designer and Technical Director, who died on his 72nd birthday, following a sudden cardiac event.

HARLEM JAZZ SERIES to Feature Eddie Allen, Eli Yamin & More This Summer
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 19, 2026


The Harlem Jazz Series will present a summer lineup of performances at a Harlem venue, featuring trumpeter Eddie Allen, pianist Eli Yamin, Sonelius Smith, Reggie Nicholson, and saxophonist Jordan Young.

Luis Valdez Documentary AMERICAN PACHUCO Gets Theatrical Release; Watch a New Trailer
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 16, 2026


A new documentary spotlighting playwright Luis Valdez has set a theatrical run this summer. American Pachuco: The Legend of Luis Valdez, directed by David Alvarado, will begin its theatrical run on July 17 in New York exclusively at the Film Forum. 

The ASCAP Foundation Names Recipients of the 2026 Morton Gould Young Composer Awards
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 10, 2026


The recipients have been revealed for the 2026 ASCAP Foundation Morton Gould Young Composer Awards, which aim to support creators of concert music ranging in age from 13 to 30.

A History of Pop Stars on Broadway
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Jun 28, 2026


Much has been written about the proliferation of pop singer-songwriters writing new musicals for Broadway and off-Broadway. Less covered is the trend of pop singers performing on Broadway, which has made for a number of memorable appearances in current and recent seasons. 

WHO WE BECOME to Return to New York With Lanford Wilson One-Acts
by A.A. Cristi - May 28, 2026


Deep Flight Productions will present an encore engagement of WHO WE BECOME, a program of rarely produced Lanford Wilson one-acts, at Factory Series at the Chain Studio Theatre in New York.

CHICAGO Original Broadway Cast Recording Joins National Recording Registry
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2026


Broadway’s original cast album of “Chicago” is among the selections joining the National Recording Registry of the Library of Congress in 2026. Learn more about the full list here!

The Many Roles of Laurie Metcalf on Stage and Screen
by Stephi Wild - Apr 25, 2026


Laurie Metcalf is back on Broadway! The actress of stage and screen is back in New York, starring in Death of a Salesman. As Metcalf takes her next Broadway bow, we're looking back on some of her many iconic roles.

New York African Film Festival Unveils 2026 Lineup
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 31, 2026


The lineup has been announced for the 33rd edition of the New York African Film Festival (NYAFF), spotlighting 14 contemporary and classic feature films and 25 short films.

Driehaus Museum Unveils Spring Activation Dates For BRENDAN FERNANDES: IN THE ROUND
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 9, 2026


The Driehaus Museum will host the spring activation of IN THE ROUND, an engaging installation by artist Brendan Fernandes. The event promises to blend contemporary art with historical context, offering visitors a unique cultural experience in a historic setting.

The 92nd Street Y, New York to Present Sérgio & Odair Assad: Final Performance Of Farewell Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 4, 2026


The renowned guitar duo Sérgio & Odair Assad will perform their final concert at 92nd Street Y, New York, marking the end of their farewell tour with a special program of Brazilian and Latin American music.

Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre 2026 Season Highlights Female Playwrights
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2026


 Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre, the Evanston theatre company that has been thrilling audiences with stories of the Black American and African diaspora experience since 1979, has announced its programming for the 2026 season. 

BroadwayWorld Classifieds 2/19/2026; Jobs In Production, Patron Services, and More
by - Feb 19, 2026


This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 2/19/2026 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

Review: JITNEY at Black Theatre Troupe
by Herbert Paine - Feb 7, 2026


The play is suffused with the sympathetic wisdom that defines Wilson’s writing. He looks at lives many would dismiss as small or defeated and finds in them an undeniable nobility.

Joel Grey and Phylicia Rashad to be Honored at Center Theatre Group 2026 Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2026


Center Theatre Group will present CTG: The Gala, the not-for-profit's annual event which will be held at The Music Center, featuring cocktails and dinner on the Jerry Moss Plaza and a one-night-only show at the Mark Taper Forum.

From Ethel Merman to Liza Minnelli: Revisit the Best of Broadway on THE MUPPET SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 7, 2026


It's time to meet Broadway's best on The Muppet Show tonight! With the new special now streaming, we have rounded up some of the best of Broadway talent during the show's original run.

See Linda Eder and Billy Stritch and More Next Week at 54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 23, 2026


Next week, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Linda Eder with Billy Stritch, Ute Lemper and more. 

Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp, Matthew Morrison and More to Perform at 54 Below in January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 29, 2025


In January of 2026, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp, Matthew Morrison and many more. 

Interview: Charles Busch Rings in the New Year at 54 Below
by Gregory Fletcher - Dec 16, 2025


Actor and beloved drag icon Charles Busch reflects on his long career in cabaret as he prepares for his upcoming New Year’s Eve cabaret on 12/31, 7 pm at 54 Below.

Graham Nash To Perform At The Nancy And David Bilheimer Capitol Theatre In April 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 11, 2025


Two-time Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee Graham Nash will perform at the Nancy and David Bilheimer Capitol Theatre in Clearwater on April 22 and 23, 2026, as part of his Live On Tour 2026.

James Gaffigan Named Music Director of Houston Grand Opera
by Stephi Wild - Nov 6, 2025


Houston Grand Opera has announced the appointment of American conductor James Gaffigan as the fifth Music Director in the company's 70-year history.

Which Pre-Broadway Tryout Theater Boasts the Most Best Musical Tony Award Winners?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Nov 30, 2025


While different tryout theaters have different relationships to the development of new shows, it’s worth looking at both which commercial rental theaters and which non-profit theaters have had the most Best Musical Tony Award winners come from their stages.

Review: AMADEUS at ICT Rep At Oliver Place
by Paula Makar - Oct 17, 2025


WAmadeus is a very rich, poetic, highly philosophical play, with lots of music and moving parts. There’s a great deal emotional heavy lifting, so be ready to become immersed in (as well as inspired by) this intense world the cast and crew has created. It’s pretty epic, so don’t miss it, as it only runs one more weekend at ICT Rep!hat did our critic think of AMADEUS at ICT Rep At Oliver Place?

Chicago History

Other Productions of Chicago

1975   Broadway Original Broadway Production
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1996   Off-Broadway Encores! Concert
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1996   Broadway Broadway Revival
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1997   US Tour 1st National Tour
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1997   West End London Revival
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1997   US Tour 2nd National Tour
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2012   US Tour National Tour
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2014   US Tour National Tour (2014-2015)
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US Tour National Tour
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2018   West End West End Return Engagement
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2022   US Tour US Tour
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2027   West End
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Chicago - 1979 West End Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners are highlighted with a background.
Chicago awards and nominations
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1979 Olivier Awards Actor of the Year in a Musical Ben Cross
1979 Olivier Awards Actress of the Year in a Musical Antonia Ellis
1979 Olivier Awards Musical of the Year Fred Ebb
1979 Olivier Awards Musical of the Year Bob Fosse
1979 Olivier Awards Musical of the Year John Kander

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