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Looking for some Broadway razzle dazzle? Since its Broadway revival in 1996, Chicago has captivated audiences with its razor-sharp satire, unforgettable score, and timeless story of fame, scandal, and corruption.
What's it all about? Set in the Prohibition-era jazz age, Chicago follows the trials of Roxie Hart and Velma Kelly, two women accused of murder, as they vie for the spotlight and a chance to escape conviction with the help of smooth-talking lawyer Billy Flynn. The show is a biting commentary on media sensationalism and the public’s fascination with celebrity, making it as relevant today as when it first premiered.
The original production of Chicago debuted on Broadway in 1975, with a score by John Kander and Fred Ebb and choreography by the legendary Bob Fosse. While it received critical acclaim, the show truly found its enduring success with the 1996 revival, directed by Walter Bobbie and featuring Ann Reinking’s Fosse-inspired choreography. The revival swept the 1997 Tony Awards, winning six, including Best Revival of a Musical, and has become a staple of Broadway ever since.
A minimalist yet striking production design sets Chicago apart. Eschewing elaborate sets, the show relies on sleek black costumes, a prominently featured jazz band on stage, and Fosse’s signature choreography. The stripped-down aesthetic highlights the performers and the music, creating an intimate and electrifying atmosphere that feels fresh even decades later.
The score is a major highlight, with iconic numbers like “All That Jazz,” “Cell Block Tango,” and “Razzle Dazzle” capturing the glitz, grit, and irony of the show’s world. The music, paired with Ebb’s witty lyrics, delivers a captivating blend of humor, cynicism, and drama that has made Chicago a musical theater classic.
Now the longest-running American musical in Broadway history, Chicago has also found international acclaim with productions around the world and a 2002 Academy Award-winning film adaptation, starring Renee Zellweger and Catherine Zeta-Jones.
Whether you’re drawn to its sizzling dance numbers, unforgettable music, or its sly critique of society, Chicago remains a landmark of musical theater, proving that some things truly never go out of style.
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From: Variety
By: Greg Evans
Date: 1996-11-24
9 / 10
Any gripes about the producers of 'Chicago' charging full-scale prices for a stripped-down show evaporate like vapors from bathtub gin the second Bebe Neuwirth & Co. open the show with a pulse-quickening rendition of 'All That Jazz.' This concert staging, wonderfully choreographed by Ann Reinking (with a credit to 'the style of Bob Fosse'), is a bit more elaborate than when presented by City Center's Encores series in the spring, but even if it weren't, the performances, wit and sophistication of the show would more than earn a place on Broadway.
From: Newsday
By: Linda Winer
Date: 1996-11-15
9 / 10
We are watching a torch pass from the lost glory of the Bob Fosse musical to - at the very least - this single important revival. And it is bliss. It is also edgy, erotic, cynical, funny, nonstop stylish and, though based on a 21-year-old show, so prescient about '90s justice, the press and celebrity that it's almost eerie.
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Eddie Cooper Will Join CHICAGO Cast as 'Amos Hart'
by Stephi Wild - July 15, 2026
Chicago is getting a new Amos! The Broadway production of the Tony Award-winning musical will welcome Eddie Cooper in the role of Amos Hart beginning this month at the Ambassador Theatre.
Photos: Backstage With Matteo Lane at CHICAGO
by Bruce Glikas - July 15, 2026
Chicago on Broadway recently welcomed comedian, actor and singer Matteo Lane, making his Broadway debut in the role of Billy Flynn, beginning in June. BroadwayWorld went backstage with the long-running musical's newest star. Check out photos here.
Whitney Leavitt Wants to Return to CHICAGO on Broadway as 'Velma'
by Michael Major - June 30, 2026
Whitney Leavitt is interested in returning to Chicago on Broadway – but not to reprise 'Roxie Hart.' The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives star has stated that she would like to return to the Broadway musical as Velma Kelly, Roxie's fierce rival.
Photos: CHICAGO Celebrates Its Newest Stars Krysta Rodriguez and Matteo Lane
by A.A. Cristi - June 22, 2026
Comedian, actor and singer Matteo Lane made his Broadway debut tonight as 'Billy Flynn' joining Broadway favorite Krysta Rodriguez, who took her first bow as 'Roxie Hart' on Monday, June 15. Check out photos from the show as the newest stars of the cell block take their first joint curtain call!
Video: CHICAGO's Newest Star Krysta Rodriguez Takes Her First Bows
by A.A. Cristi - June 15, 2026
Krysta Rodriguez has officially made her Broadway debut as Roxie Hart in Chicago. The Broadway favorite took her first bow in the iconic role this week, and audiences can now watch video from her curtain call at the Ambassador Theatre.
Mark Ballas Will Return to CHICAGO on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - June 11, 2026
“Dancing with the Stars” three-time champion, Emmy-nominated choreographer, singer-songwriter, musician, and actor Mark Ballas Will Return to CHICAGO on Broadway.
Matteo Lane Will Join the Cast of CHICAGO as Billy Flynn
by Stephi Wild - June 3, 2026
Chicago on Broadway will welcome comedian, actor and singer Matteo Lane in the role of Billy Flynn beginning this month at the Ambassador Theatre. Learn more and find out how to get tickets here!
Krysta Rodriguez Will Join CHICAGO as 'Roxie Hart'
by Stephi Wild - May 20, 2026
Krysta Rodriguez will join the cast of Chicago as Roxie Hart. She will begin performances in June at the Ambassador Theatre. Rodriguez most recently appeared on Broadway in SMASH.
Chicago FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How do I get Rush Tickets for Chicago on Broadway?
Price: $49.00
Where: Box Office only
Limit: Two per customer
Restrictions: Not available for Saturday evenings - Subject to availability.
How do I get Standing Room Only for Chicago on Broadway?
Price: $27
Where: Box Office
Limit: Two per customer
Restrictions: Available day of performance only when the performance is sold out.
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 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.
Chicago History
Other Productions of Chicago
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1975 |
Broadway |
Original Broadway Production
Broadway
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1979 |
West End |
London Production
West End
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1996 |
Off-Broadway |
Encores! Concert
Off-Broadway
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1997 |
US Tour |
1st National Tour
US Tour
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1997 |
West End |
London Revival
West End
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1997 |
US Tour |
2nd National Tour
US Tour
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2012 |
US Tour |
National Tour
US Tour
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2014 |
US Tour |
National Tour (2014-2015)
US Tour
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US Tour |
National Tour
US Tour
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2018 |
West End |
West End Return Engagement
West End
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2022 |
US Tour |
US Tour
US Tour
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2027 |
West End |
West End
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Chicago Broadway Awards and Nominations
Note: Award winners are highlighted with a background.
Chicago awards and nominations
| Year |
Ceremony |
Category |
Nominee |
| 1997 |
Drama League Awards |
Distinguished Performance Award |
Bebe Neuwirth |
| 1997 |
Tony Awards |
Best Choreography |
Ann Reinking |
| 1997 |
Tony Awards |
Best Costume Design |
William Ivey Long |
| 1997 |
Tony Awards |
Best Direction of a Musical |
Walter Bobbie |
| 1997 |
Tony Awards |
Best Lighting Design |
Ken Billington |
| 1997 |
Tony Awards |
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical |
James Naughton |
| 1997 |
Tony Awards |
Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical |
Marcia Lewis |
| 1997 |
Tony Awards |
Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical |
Bebe Neuwirth |
| 1997 |
Tony Awards |
Best Revival of a Musical |
Barry and Fran Weissler |
| 1997 |
Tony Awards |
Best Revival of a Musical |
Kardana Productions, Inc |
| 1996 |
Drama Desk Awards |
Outstanding Actress - Musical |
Bebe Neuwirth |
| 1996 |
Drama Desk Awards |
Outstanding Choreography |
Ann Reinking |
| 1996 |
Drama Desk Awards |
Outstanding Director - Musical |
Walter Bobbie |
| 1996 |
Drama Desk Awards |
Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical |
Joel Grey |