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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: Jinkx Monsoon Talks Gender-Blind Casting in CHICAGO on Broadway on CBS MORNINGS
by Michael Major - February 2, 2023


Jinkx Monsoon appeared on CBS Mornings to discuss breaking down barriers starring as Matron Mama Morton in Chicago on Broadway. Monsoon also opens up about her personal life and recent attacks against drag queens. The interview also features video footage of Monsoon performing 'When You're Good to Mama' in Chicago on Broadway.

Photos: Get a First Look at Jinkx Monsoon and James T. Lane in CHICAGO
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 20, 2023


Get a first look at photos of Jinkx Monsoon as 'Matron 'Mama' Morton' and James T. Lane as 'Billy Flynn' in Chicago on Broadway!

VIDEO: Jinkx Monsoon Reveals How CHICAGO Inspired Her to Start Doing Drag on LATE NIGHT
by Michael Major - January 20, 2023


Jinkx Monsoon appeared on Late Night With Seth Meyers last night to discuss starring on Broadway in Chicago as Matron Mama Morton. Watch the interview video now, in which she discusses her family coming to see Chicago, the audience's energy on her opening night, and rehearsing the show in nine days.

Photos: Jinkx Monsoon & James T. Lane Take Their First Bows in CHICAGO!
by Bruce Glikas - January 17, 2023


See photos of Jinkx Monsoon and James T. Lane taking their first bows in Chicago on Broadway!

Video: Drag Superstar Jinkx Monsoon Takes Her First Broadway Bows in CHICAGO
by Stephi Wild - January 17, 2023


Jinkx Monsoon took the stage for her first performance as 'Matron 'Mama' Morton' in Chicago last night, ahead of an 8-week limited engagement. She is the first drag queen to play the role on Broadway. BroadwayWorld was there to capture the moment as she took her first bows after the show. Check out the video here!

Video: Drag Superstar Jinkx Monsoon Gets Ready for Her Broadway Debut in CHICAGO
by Nicole Rosky - January 13, 2023


'Everyone has been talking about Broadway basically since I was three years old. This is a manifestation moment,' said the drag legend and two time winner of RuPaul's Drag Race on her upcoming Broadway debut. Jinkx will play 'Matron 'Mama' Morton' beginning Monday, January 16  in an 8-week limited engagement, becoming the first drag queen to play the role on Broadway. In this video, Jinkx tells us more about her Broadway dreams coming true!

Photos: CHICAGO's Jinkx Monsoon Meets the Press!
by Bruce Glikas - January 11, 2023


See photos of Jinkx Monsoon meeting the press, ahead of her Broadway debut as 'Matron 'Mama' Morton' in Chicago!

VIDEO: Pamela Anderson Rehearses CHICAGO In Netflix Documentary Trailer
by Michael Major - January 10, 2023


Netflix has shared the trailer for Pamela Anderson's new documentary, Pamela, a love story. The documentary features a look at Anderson rehearsing for her Broadway debut in Chicago. She played the role of Roxie Hart for three months in 2022. Watch the new video trailer now!

CHICAGO's Re-Issue of Cast Recording on Vinyl Out Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 16, 2022


Celebrate 26 years and over 10,000 Broadway performances of the 1996 revival of Kander & Ebb’s Chicago with this exclusive re-issue on elegant deep red marble vinyl with a 4-panel (folded) insert, out now.

DRAG RACE's Jinkx Monsoon Will Play Matron 'Mama' Morton in CHICAGO Next Year
by Stephi Wild - November 22, 2022


The Broadway company of Chicago will welcome actress, vocalist, and two-time “RuPaul's Drag Race” winner Jinkx Monsoon in the role of “Matron 'Mama' Morton”, beginning Monday, January 16, 2023.

Lana Gordon Returns to CHICAGO Tonight
by Stephi Wild - November 21, 2022


The Broadway company of Chicago will welcome back Lana Gordon in the role of “Velma Kelly” beginning tonight, Monday, November 21, 2022.

Video: CHICAGO Celebrates 26 Years On Broadway!
by A.A. Cristi - November 14, 2022


On Monday, November 14th, the Tony, Olivier, and Grammy Award-winning smash hit musical Chicago celebrated its 26th year as a Broadway institution. Go inside tonight's curtain call as they celebrate their fabulous milestone with a cake! See video of the celebration!

Photos: CHICAGO Celebrates 26 Years Of Razzle Dazzle On Broadway!
by A.A. Cristi - November 14, 2022


On Monday, November 14th, the Tony, Olivier, and Grammy Award-winning smash hit musical Chicago celebrated its 26th year as a Broadway institution. Go inside the cast's curtain call as they celebrate their fabulous milestone with a cake! See photos here!

Photos: First Look at Isaac Mizrahi as 'Amos Hart' in CHICAGO
by Show Highlights - November 11, 2022


See photos of Isaac Mizrahi as Amos Hart in Chicago on Broadway! 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.

CHICAGO Celebrates 26 Years On Broadway, New Block Of Tickets On-Sale
by A.A. Cristi - November 11, 2022


Broadway's longest running American musical has reached another milestone! On Monday, November 14th, the Tony, Olivier, and Grammy Award-winning smash hit musical Chicago celebrates its 26th year as a Broadway institution.

Video: Isaac Mizrahi Takes His First Bows In CHICAGO On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - November 7, 2022


Fashion designer, media personality, and cabaret star, Isaac Mizrahi has taken his first bows as Amos Hart in CHICAGO on Broadway! Mizrahi is playing a three-week limited engagement through November 26 at the Ambassador Theatre. See video of his opening night curtain call!

Photos: The Cast of CHICAGO Records 'CAROLS FOR A CURE' - Get an Exclusive Look Inside the Session!
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - November 6, 2022


The holiday season is not complete without the perfect music to accompany it. After a two year Pandemic Pause 'Broadway's Carols for a Cure 2022' is back with the 22nd recording that embodies the spirit of the season like nothing else can.

Review: CHICAGO THE MUSICAL Still Dazzles at Bass Concert Hall
by Joni Lorraine - November 3, 2022


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Charlotte d'Amboise & Ryan Silverman to Return to CHICAGO in November
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 26, 2022


The Broadway company of Chicago will welcome back Tony Award nominee Charlotte d’Amboise in the role of “Roxie Hart”, and Drama Desk nominee Ryan Silverman in the role of “Billy Flynn” beginning Monday, November 7, 2022.

CHICAGO Re-Issues Cast Recording on Vinyl
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 24, 2022


Celebrate 26 years and over 10,000 Broadway performances of the 1996 revival of Kander & Ebb’s Chicago with this exclusive re-issue on elegant deep red marble vinyl with a 4-panel (folded) insert.

Isaac Mizrahi Will Play Amos Hart in CHICAGO Beginning Next Month
by Stephi Wild - October 24, 2022


Chicago will welcome fashion icon and entertainer Isaac Mizrahi in the role of “Amos Hart” for a limited three-week engagement, starting Monday, November 7 through Saturday, November 26 at the Ambassador Theatre.

CHICAGO to Have TransTech Day of Celebration and Community This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 14, 2022


The Broadway production of CHICAGO will have a TransTech Day on Saturday, October 29. This day of celebration and community building is commemorated by Angelica Ross’s history-making star turn as Roxie Hart.

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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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