A collection of our favorite reviews from professional news sources.
"Chicago still glitters hypnotically! It remains the best adult entertainment in town and still bubbles with the joy of performing!"
The New York Times
Ben Brantley
"Chicago is as crazy-fun as ever!"
WCBS-TV
Jess Cagle
"The show seems to have discovered the fountain of youth. As entertaining as ever. Brash, buoyant and utterly irresistible!"
The Associated Press
Michael Kuchwara
"Chicago is a triumph! It doesn't just give us the old razzle-dazzle; it glows."
Time Magazine
Richard Zoglin
"As much tribute as revival, the spirit of Fosse's genius never leaves the stage, and Chicago, under Walter Bobbie's sharp direction, will dazzle newcomers to the trademark Fosse dance style and provide a thrilling reminder to those who've seen it before just how smart, sexy and exciting this brand of choreography was, or rather, is."
"I thought the show was great. Funny and a joy to watch. Only complaint the theater is a bit small. Felt a bit crammed in there.
But loved the show!!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Dec 1, 2025
Great music, brilliant task
"Took my friend visiting NY to see this for the first time. The orchestra and the cast were amazing! Really enjoyed the night."
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Broadway.com Customer on Nov 30, 2025
So much fun!
"This musical never disappoints! So much energy and so many fabulous songs! The actors were all amazing. Definitely worth seeing. "
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Kimberly R from Cary on Nov 24, 2025
If you think you’ve seen Broadway sparkle, wait until you see Chicago.
"Chicago is a sizzling, show-stopping masterpiece. The choreography is sharp and electric, the music is unforgettable, and the cast delivers pure Broadway magic. It’s bold, sexy, and endlessly entertaining—a timeless production that proves why it remains one of Broadway’s most iconic hits."
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Tina E from Port allen on Nov 19, 2025
Hot Honey Rag
"A classic for good reason. Wow. I know it’s not new, but it was so refreshing to experience a story that doesn’t feel like it’s been ripped off a thousand times. Never seen anything quite like it, yet it is immediately clear what a huge impact it’s had on pop culture. References I finally understand. Killer performances all around. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Nov 16, 2025
What a show!
"From the opening scene till the last, I was totally engaged. The performances from the cast were so well done. The singing and dancing were mesmerizing. What a terrific show!"
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Christine C from Plymouth on Nov 15, 2025
Very fun and entertaining
"My wife and I loved this show! We saw Kate Baldwin’s first performance as Roxie, and she was terrific. Sophie Carmen-Jones is a tour de force as Velma — we marveled at the physical demands of the singing and dancing. We highly recommend this show! The whole cast was outstanding. "
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Hunter G from Fircrest on Nov 12, 2025
Energizing & Funny
"The not being seen is very relatable, as well as the slick lawyer which was very intriguing. Loved the dance routines."
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Broadway.com Customer on Nov 11, 2025
Really fabulous show
"From the singing to the costumes it was more than I hoped it would be. Highly recommend."
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Broadway.com Customer on Nov 9, 2025
A truly remarkable show
"The energy, talent, dancing and music, just can’t say enough. I’ve seen quite a few shows but this one is at the top of the list. The acting and talent, along with the incorporation of the orchestra on stage created a truly remarkable experience. The main characters, simply fabulous!"
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Keith P from Durham on Nov 8, 2025
First time watching Broadway and forever changed
"This was my wife and I’s first Broadway show. She has wanted to go to a show for many years and we were very excited to see Chicago. The staff were kind and accommodating and the theatre was clean and beautiful. The show itself was amazing and the actors and actresses did an excellent job. My wife was in theatre in High School and has been so eager to go to a show. I have never wanted to see a show before, but I can say that this show changed my views for life. I would highly recommended to anyone and everyone to see this show at this theatre. "
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Zachary H from Cantonment on Nov 7, 2025
Chicago is a classic Broadway Show!
"If you’ve never seen Chicago it’s a must-see. Wonderful staging. Powerful voices. Orchestra is magnificent. This is one of the quintessential Broadway shows. Go see it. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Nov 5, 2025
Bob Fosse never disappoints
"Great songs and dances in the Bob Fosse style. There is no need for surprising stages and costumes if the play is wonderful in itself. Great performances. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Oct 29, 2025
Great story, never gets old!
"Great show! The orchestra on stage performed beautifully. Excellent acting singing and dancing on everyone’s part. I especially loved Sophie Carmen-Jones’ incredible energy in Velma’s part and Raymond Bokhours’ humor in interpreting Velma’s husband Amos"
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Eugenia Z from Roma on Oct 25, 2025
Outstanding performance
"The Choreography was outstanding. The cast and musicians did an exemplary job. I was hoping the play would last longer, it was that good. "
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Patrick M from SOUDERTON on Oct 19, 2025
I absolutely loved this show!
"Everything was spectacular. The performers were fabulous, so much talent. The orchestra was amazing. I would highly recommend you put “Chicago” on Broadway on your bucket list. This was my first visit to New York, and my first Broadway show, I’m still in awe."
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Lynda W from Grand Junction on Oct 18, 2025
Sorpresa!
"Nunca había visto la pelicula de Chicago, por lo que fui al teatro sin grandes expectativas (mi amiga eligió la obra). Quedé maravillado! La puesta en escena, los músicos, las increíbles actuaciones.....la calidad actoral y la perfección de cada detalle es excelente. La super recomiendo!"
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Julio I from Capital Federal on Oct 13, 2025
Chicago
"I liked everything about the show! The performers were amazing, music great as ever, loved it all. I do wish the bandstand were further back on the stage as front stage activity was hard to see."
"This is a NYC must see. The cast is amazing, storyline understandable and songs memorable."
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Jennifer C from El Dorado Hills on Oct 6, 2025
Incredible
"One of my favorite shows I’ve ever seen. Kudos to the whole crew "
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Elizabeth C from Lowell on Oct 6, 2025
A classic that still hits
"Great story telling, fun believable cast, good singing and laughs throughout. Highly recommend "
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Wilson P from New york on Oct 5, 2025
정말 좋았어요!
"벨마 역 배우님 정말 최고였어요,
마마 역 배우님의 가창력은 놀라웠습니다.
아이들과 같이 보기에 적당하지는 않지만 어른들에게는 적극 추천합니다."
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Broadway.com Customer on Oct 5, 2025
Amazing show
"All the show was amazing.
All the actors were super well-coordinated, the music, voices, and dances were fantastic. The orchestra was great. I loved it."
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Ana R from Vila nova de gaia on Sep 30, 2025
45 years fresh
"The music and choreography is amazingly not dated after 40 and years of run on Broadway!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Sep 29, 2025
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About
Chicago
Set in the legendary city during the roaring “jazz hot” 20s, Chicago tells the story of two rival vaudevillian murderesses locked up in Cook County Jail. Nightclub star Velma’s serving time for killing her husband and sister after finding the two in bed together. Driven chorus girl Roxie’s been tossed in the joint for bumping off the lover she’s been cheating on her husband with. Not one to rest on her laurels, Velma enlists the help of prison matron Mama Morton and slickster lawyer Billy Flynn, who turn Velma’s incarceration into a murder-of-the-week media frenzy, thus preparing the world for a splashy showbiz comeback. But Roxie’s got some of her own tricks up her sleeve…
