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I Loved Everything About It

"It exceeded all of my expectations It was everything I hoped it would be and so so much more. Our seats were perfect. Worth every penny. The stage and set were perfection and if Nicholas Christopher doesn't win a Tonny for his performance I'll be forever disappointed. Lea Michelle was born to play Florence and Aaron Tveits version of One Night in Bangkok was worth a standing ovation. "

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Broadway.com Customer on Nov 2, 2025

OUTSTANDING

"Everything about it was absolutely phenomenal! The singing, dancing, acting; all perfect :)"

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Broadway.com Customer on Nov 1, 2025

Beyond expectations

"This play was packed with superstars and had one show stopper after another. Highly recommend! "

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Broadway.com Customer on Oct 31, 2025

Exceptional performances with outstanding score

"I’ve been listening to the original Chess recording (pre London debut) since it originally came out and it’s long been one of my favorites. I was never able to attend the actual show, so when I heard about the 2025 revival, I snagged a seat during previews. I’ve seen probably 40 broadway shows, and this ranks among the best. The three principals are exceptional, with excellent supporting performances by the rest of the cast/swing. The Arbiter was hilarious. "

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Broadway.com Customer on Oct 30, 2025

Best New Show on Broadway!

"Great show from start to finish--superb production under the masterful, ingenious eyes of director, Michael Mayer. Talent galore, script revisions are perfect, choreography is off-the-charts as are lights, set design, video, and orchestra and singers are Broadway at its best. The leads are magnificient. Bravo to the entire production, on- and off-stage. It should run for years!!"

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Broadway.com Customer on Oct 30, 2025

SO GOOD!

"Powerful voices! All 3 leads, as well as the supporting roles and ensemble, were incredible. A “don’t miss” production."

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Anita L from Richmond on Oct 28, 2025

Breakout Star

"I have heard about this show since back in the 80's and was so excited when it was announced it was coming back to Broadway. I knew of Aaron and Lea but not Nicholas. He stole the show. What a powerful voice. Loved every bit of it."

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Broadway.com Customer on Oct 28, 2025

The NEW version of Chess gets it right!

"Chess has been re-written. Yes, again. This time they got it right! The three principal actors are outstanding! This is the best show on Broadway right now! The story and the music will blow you away!"

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RYAN S from Andover on Oct 27, 2025

An amazing, timely show!

"I loved everything about this show. The music has always been a hit, but the story was equally compelling, and the Arbiter got many deserved laughs. The three leads can really sing, but their acting was also superb. I recommend!!"

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Broadway.com Customer on Oct 27, 2025

Wonderful Show!

"I really enjoyed Chess. This was my first Broadway show ever and it did not disappoint. Bonus getting to see Lea in this, everyone was incredibly talented!"

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Broadway.com Customer on Oct 26, 2025

Love to see it again!

"From beginning to end, CHESS is beautiful! The excitement through the whole play never stops. Funny and interesting. "

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Montana M from Austin on Oct 26, 2025

A Grandmaster of a Production

"I had the ultimate pleasure of seeing the original production of 'Chess' on London's West End back in the 80's. It was superb and stayed in my heart all these years later. Freddie Trumper's entrance onto the stage was magical, an arogant man that you love to hate set in motion a wonderful story of obsession, love, and the ultimate quest to win. Unfortunately, I did not get to see New York's Broadway version. The songs that stick out for me are 'Pity the Child' and 'I Know Him So Well.' The current version is great as well, not without some major differences with a modern twist. I definitely missed the original opening scene, that beautiful number where the dancers were dressed as chess peices). I could have done without the current day political commentary as it is everywhere and unnecessary in a Broadway setting. We go to see shows to get away from that and the comments really weren't funny to some of us. All in all it was a fun evening out and I plan on seeing it again. The talent is off the charts!!"

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Broadway.com Customer on Oct 25, 2025

Loved It

"The choreography was amazing. The cast was spectacular. The narrator is hilarious. Really did love every second. "

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Broadway.com Customer on Oct 22, 2025

Loved everything about this show. The talent is off the charts!

"Loves everything about this show from the staging and score to the unbelievably talented cast. A must see!!"

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Donna S from Norwalk on Oct 22, 2025

Chess is a complicated game

"Chess was a spectacular show!!! It was dramatic, funny, and engaging. The musical numbers : vocals, staging and choreography was innovative and engaging. Needless to say, all of the actors were amazing…especially Aaron!!! Must see!!!"

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Carol C from Woburn on Oct 20, 2025

Beautiful moving and brilliant

"The sets, dancing, and vocals were all excellent. I love the music and the lyrics are brilliant. The story unfolds with the help of an engaging and humorous narrator. Very fresh and captivating revival of a truly great musical. I can’t wait to take the rest of my family. "

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Broadway.com Customer on Oct 19, 2025

Chess is Back

"Beautiful voices to go along with the wonderful score! Loved the new updated book! The set and the orchestra on stage was a great idea!"

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Thomas M G from Woodside on Oct 17, 2025

Amazing Show

"Fortunate enough to see the final performance last night. Many well deserved standing ovations as the show is prematurely closing. It was a pleasure to watch and meet some of the cast at stage door after other performances."

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Brian C from Sewell on Jun 22, 2026

Incredible cast

"We lived the entire production. The back up dancers were amazing and the leads were exceptional. Loved it!"

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Broadway.com Customer on Jun 21, 2026

An outstanding musical even better with time

"This performance was outstanding. This musical has remained relevant and has only improved as history has progressed. All the lead characters were played impeccably. "

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Broadway.com Customer on Jun 7, 2026

Best show I’ve see on Broadway!!!

"Seen about 20 musicals on Broadway. Hands down most talented cast!! It was so good I came back to NYC to see it a second time!! "

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Broadway.com Customer on May 31, 2026

Fabulous show

"The talent in this show was beyond my expectations. Nicholas Christopher deserves a Tony for sure. I love the new music. Thoroughly enjoyed it! "

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Broadway.com Customer on May 28, 2026

Loved it - sparkling but serious

"I loved everything about it - the book, the music, the leads and supporting cast. My husband is a self-declared non-musical fan, but because of the intensity and the strength of the singers he was completely engaged and enjoyed it thoroughly. I chose it really mostly to see Lea Michelle who so did not disappoint, and because of the other cast members with Tony nominations (and she should have been!) For children, I would think they wouldn't get the plot, and it can get a bit loud."

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MaryAnn L from Albuquerque on May 24, 2026

Outstanding voices!

"The quality of the vocals was simply outstanding. The music was great. The ensemble cast was so talented! "

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Broadway.com Customer on May 23, 2026

Great show!

"The voices were amazing but I couldn’t understand a lot of the words in the songs. I totally got the story but felt like I was missing some important points, so I plan to look up the lyrics."

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Broadway.com Customer on May 21, 2026

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