Outstanding vocals , drawn into the emotion of the actors
"Plot was great, acting was outstanding , vocals were incredible , dancing over the top- one of the best broadway shows I have seen - and I have seen around 75!"
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Deborah K from Newtown on Dec 3, 2025
Outstanding
"Nothing not to like, the sets, the music, but most of all the actors,
Better than I expected. Lea Michelle was outstanding…I would see it again…bravo"
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Broadway.com Customer on Dec 1, 2025
Extraordinary show! Extraordinary performances!
"We see a lot of theatre and Chess was one of the highlights of the year. All the leads were wonderful. Two hours sailed by in ten minutes. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Dec 1, 2025
Some of the best performances on Broadway right now!
"Star power of course, but also smart, updated and relevant. They added some very current quips which the audience loved. The singing and performance were all amazing! Highly recommend. Much better and easier to follow than the original staged version. "
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Ted G from Chicago on Nov 30, 2025
Modern rock opera
"The vocals are some of the best I've ever heard. This really is more of a modern rock opera than a musical. My young teenagers enjoyed it, but I'm not sure younger would."
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Broadway.com Customer on Nov 30, 2025
Best singing talent currently on Broadway!
"Having seen over 250 Broadway musicals over several decades, Chess is definitely among my top 10! A must see, as the acting and especially the singing were exceptional. I expected Lea Michelle and Aaron Tveit to give amazing performances, acting and vocally, and they definitely did. But the standout was Nicholas Christopher whose voice was phenomenal, and Chess should be his breakout performance for anyone unfamiliar with his incredible voice! I can’t underetand how Chess received mixed reviews, as I found the performance last evening to warrant numerous Tony nominations for each of the principals. In fact, they deserved standing ovations for solos during the performance, they were just that GREAT!"
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Steven S from Pikesville on Nov 29, 2025
Lovely time at the theatre.
"Great voices. Great music. Interesting plot. Anthem will stay with me for a long time. Pity the Child was heartbreaking. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Nov 26, 2025
Powerhouse of a show!
"From the very beginning to the very end, I was captivated! This cast, this show, it was all just brilliant. I could have stood and clapped forever for them all. Shout out to the big guy in the chorus! Is Superman a musical? It should be, and you sir, could play the lead!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Nov 25, 2025
Phenomenal - Must See!
"Chess is a star-studded performance that will make you laugh, cry and want to immediately download the soundtrack to learn all of the songs. The orchestra was phenomenal! "
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Lauren C from Brighton on Nov 23, 2025
Finally!!
"The singers were amazing. The book is problematic yet the show has a cult following. With an incredible score I can see why. Staged for the first time on Broadway since the 1980's. Go. GO!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Nov 23, 2025
Thrilling music, great performances
"The vocal performances were thrilling (from the three leads and supporting cast) and generally true to the original soundtrack. There were a couple of new songs added and a few songs that were eliminated from this version but my favorites were still there. The orchestra was great, the staging was clever and the new narrator role brought some modern humor into the storyline which I thought was welcome. Overall, a wonderful theatrical experience! "
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Broadway.com Customer on Nov 22, 2025
Chess is a chess master on Broadway.
"The cast is wonderful. The three leads, Leah, Aaron and Nicholas, have incredible voices and ranges. The rest of the cast was great too. I have listened to the music of ABBA my entire life, so to hear Benny’s and Bjorn’s music with Tim Rice’s lyrics, performed live on Broadway was a treat. Definitely see it! "
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Clara B from El Paso on Nov 22, 2025
Tragically beautiful
"An all cast that are 10/10/10!! From the production, to the set design, costumes, store telling, vocals, choreography, lighting and so much more are so perfect! Great casting and great overall production, I’m looking forward in seeing it again, maybe after the holidays! "
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Howan C from Forest hills on Nov 21, 2025
Brilliant Tour de Force
"CHESS entertained me royally for 2 1/2 hrs and then set my mind at work to parse what I had just seen and heard. The next morning I realized that when Florence says “Sometimes the best move is a Sacrifice” that was the theme of this rock opera. Sometimes you gotta give up what to want for what you need. Singing and music is superb and the choreography is simply mind bending. Go see this show!"
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Trivers M from Playa Vista on Nov 21, 2025
A multi level experience
"This was a wonderful story that we should all remember. The cast is incredibly engaging. The voices of the leads are incredible. "
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Luis L from New York on Nov 20, 2025
Loved it all!
"The voices were absolutely incredible - every last one! For me the two standouts were Nicholas Christopher and Bryce Pinkham, but the rest of the cast was uniformly strong.
It's a fun evening and so nice to have the CD from my youth make so much more sense!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Nov 18, 2025
Such a wonderful revival
"The revival of Chess is a success. An amazingly talented cast, creative staging and choreography, and modern updates that brought humor and timely introspection. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Nov 17, 2025
I wanted to see Chess for years, and it was worth the wait!!
"Of course the 3 leads, Aaron Tveit, Lea Michele, and Nicholas Christopher were all fabulous. But the supporting cast, notably Hannah Cruz and Bryce Pinkham were also standout. The set was also great."
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Richard H from Clarksville on Nov 15, 2025
Historical story told with outstanding overall talent !
"I was expecting a great show , but I have to say it far exceeded my expectations ! Over the top vocal performances but honestly the entire cast and ensemble was so stellar ! Great vocals and choreography ! "
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Lori K from Erie on Nov 15, 2025
Best redo ever!!
"A more cohesive story line and the score was delivered with purpose from a stellar cast. Everyone was on point and delivered a truly memorable performance. The ensemble cast also were amazing and punctuated the performance of the cast. It’s hard not to look at them as main cast in this performance.
Bravo to all!
It’s my favorite show of the year."
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Allan A from Henderson on Nov 15, 2025
Love, love, loved this show!
"I am a huge Aaron Tveit fan, and this was the third show I have had the pleasure to see him in live. The whole cast was phenomenal and made this Cold War Musical so entertaining and funny. "
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Hanna M from Shawnee on Nov 15, 2025
Chess Lesson
"The MC/Narrator was terrific..great context & humor. Staging served very well & placement & performance of orchestra was fabulous. Clever video/graphics. Performances were spectacular… not to be missed & Tony worthy!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Nov 14, 2025
Amazing vocals
"Good show. The 3 leads have the best voices on Broadway. I booked my tickets just to see my favorite performers. Aaron and Lea are amazing. Christoper’s voice and stage presence was a revolution. "
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Robert Q from malibu on Nov 14, 2025
Who knew a chess game could influence the Cold War!
"Loved every minute of the show but the music was very loud for my friend who uses hearing aids. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Nov 13, 2025
Chess is amazing and entertaining
"I have loved this music since I was about 12 years old - there are so many songs that you can belt out and the cast does an amazing job! I suggest listening to the original concept album from 1984 - the current Broadway production of Chess runs very close to the 1984 original. I loved the Narrator and his humor- along with the rest of the cast - I would go see it again in a heartbeat."
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Broadway.com Customer on Nov 12, 2025
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About
Chess
Chess is the iconic musical where power and passion collide, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. It’s America versus Russia at the World Chess Championship, where the espionage and romance are as complicated and exhilarating as the game itself. For the two players and the woman torn between them, everything—personal, professional, and political—is at risk… and nobody’s rules are the same.
