Chicago – The Musical at Ambassador Theatre

Inspired by the 1926 play written by Maurine Dallas Watkins, Chicago is one of the most iconic musicals of all times. The show delves into the extremes humans reach for power and influence.

characters

Including leading roles like Roxie Hart, Velma Kelly, Billy Flynn, Matron "Mama" Morton, and more, the musical revolves around corruption, betrayal, ambition, and the dark side of fame. Chicago was inspired by a play of the same name of Maurine Dallas Watkins, which was inspired by real-life events.

storyline

The story begins with Roxie, a young and ambitious vaudeville performer, who kills her lover "Fred Casely" after he refuses to help her with her vaudeville career, and dismissing their relationship. The story unfolds, and Roxie becomes aware of the attention she has garnered as a female criminal. Like Roxie's desire to escape her mundane life, over time Chicago will introduce you to countless like-minded people, with comparable intentions. Including Velma, an seasoned, self-assured, sharp-minded, and competitive vaudeville star who killed her partner and sister after finding out about their affair. However, afterward, she begins to struggle with reclaiming her fame as Roxie has already stolen the spotlight from her.

Chicago also features Billy Flynn, a manipulative, and charming lawyer who is defending Both Roxieand and Velma, and is also highly driven by wealth, and much less concerned about the justice he is serving. Chicago also shifts around to the other side to feature that the desire for power isn't only for the elite, instead it's in every one of us, circling back to Matron "Mama" Morton, a tough, sensible, and "a stone cold jail queen", who's not seen reaching the climax but yet isn't beyond accepting favors for her gain.

history & awards

It's safe to say Chicago is the musical version of "The Godfather", showcasing the dance mankind plays to reach life's climax. The musical has won over 20 major recognitions including: 6 Tony Awards in 1976 for Best Musical, Book of a Musical, Original Score, Choreography, Featured Actress in a Musical (Gwen Verdon), and Director of a Musical (Bob Fosse), 6 additional Tony Awards in 1997, Drama Desk Awards, Olivier Awards, and a Grammy Award for its cast recordings. And the 2003 Academy Award for Best Picture for the film adaptation.

Chicago remains one of the landmark theatrical of our age, although it has sparked so many criticisms on moral ambiguity, celebrity culture, justice and legal norms, and feminism and empowerment.

Ready to witness the spectacle of the criminal? secure your tickets now before Chicago makes its sensational appearance in New York, at the impressive Ambassador Theatre, on Thursday 2nd October 2025 for as little as $116 per seat!