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."
"Fantastic show, and a must see while in NYC! Everyone was fantastic. "
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Tyler M from Grafton on Dec 2, 2025
Fantastic show!
"The stars of Chicago, the actors and musicians, we're all totally brilliant. The show is full of humour and glamour and the storyline is clear to follow. The music is simply wonderful and the whole evening is highly enjoyable. "
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Susan H from Bedale on Nov 8, 2025
Absolutely AMAZING!! Oozing with talent!
"I’ve always loved this musical but have only seen the movie version…a hundred times! :) This was so incredible and I loved the additional songs and humor that connected us even more with the characters. EVERYONE in the show was fantastic! The orchestra was incredible, the theater, the energy, EVERYTHING!! We didn’t want the show to end!! It’s definitely a must see!!"
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Angelique B from Heath on Oct 13, 2025
Spectacular
"The show was spectacular! Amazing! Everyone did so well. Such an intimate setting which made it even better. God bless the director and all of the cast. My daughter loved it as well. The maestro and the band were phenomenal and pitch perfect!! Loved loved loved it! My only regret was not having flowers to give every single person of the cast!❤️❤️"
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Broadway.com Customer on Oct 12, 2025
Chicago--NYC--Alive with talent and sass!
"Cast was talented/nimble/engaging. Costumes were athletically spot on for the time period/dance scenes. Hair was amazing--kept trying to figure out how the curls stayed in through all of the dancing and humidity! Hosts were involved/informative. Playbill filled the intermission time well with entertaining info.
Loved being surprised at the end! "
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Broadway.com Customer on Oct 12, 2025
Mira does a surprisingly good job, even at 58
"The presentation opens, and doesn’t stop. Particularly impressive is Tam Mutu as Billy. I saw him ten years ago in the West End in Les Miz, another incredible performance.
Having the orchestra on stage behind the actors was unique and works very well.
The venue is smaller and therefore there really isn’t a bad seat in the house."
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Broadway.com Customer on Oct 3, 2025
He had it coming (and we liked it)
"From the music, to the dancing, to the setting and symbolism, Chicago is as multilayered as it is enjoyable. It has you rooting for the good, the bad, and the "ugly" with every bombastic note and every poignant silence where nothing is as it seems and yet intensions are as black and white as it gets. Age range wise, it's a fun time for older audiences (think 16ish or 17 and up), so leave your little ones at home (or go and watch Aladdin or Wicked, but those are musical reviews for another day, both also great).
Overall, I give Chicago 4.5 to 5 stars, wonderful musical! "
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Broadway.com Customer on Jul 27, 2025
A blast!!!
"The music and dancing was a lot of fun!! The jazzy energy kept me happy for hours!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Jun 25, 2025
Brilliant
"Bob Fosse choreography at its best. Even if you're not a huge dance fan this show is exhilarating and will capture your heart! The talent onstage is mesmerizing!"
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Donna D from Atlanta on Jun 15, 2025
Outstanding!
"Watched this last night and I was totally blown away by the whole ensemble ! “Roxy” totally stole the show but couldn’t have done it with the amazing cast ! Loved loved loved it . "
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Kerry W from Northampton on May 30, 2025
Art in its Best!
"Wonderfui show, with great singing, acting and dancing performances. Chicago is one of my favourite movies and the show really leveled up! Loved It!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 19, 2025
Amazing!
"Chicago exceeded my expectations. We enjoyed every minute of the show! "
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 15, 2025
Great show!
"I've seen the show twice and it was just as great as the first time! A must see.."
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Mary Ann W from Beecher on Mar 24, 2025
Great for a first Broadway-experience
"As we've seen this play in Budapest and London as well - and we love this era - we wanted this to be our first Broadway-show, and was a stunning hit as that on a Friday evening. A bit more frivolous and spicier compared to the other plays, great music band, giving a marvelous experience. This is what a Broadway-show people expect to be. Make sure to book in time, although there might be some last-minute tickets available. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Mar 22, 2025
Great way to spend an evening
"Performance was great, really talented artists! The set is very simple but the story makes up for the lack of visuals you get with some stage shows"
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Alison R from Newbridge on Mar 18, 2025
A big show on a small stage.
"High energy right from the start. A smallish stage gives a very intimate feel. Music coming from on the stage (pit) is a great touch. Fun from beginning to end. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Mar 12, 2025
A Great Performance
"This was an amazing show. I would not recommend for children under 13, it is a bit risqué. Actors were great singers and dancers. Loved the show overall "
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Broadway.com Customer on Mar 9, 2025
Show was way better than the movie!
"I had seen the movie before the live Broadway show, and the movie is not even close! This show is a must-see live and performed! So much fun, the cast was great! Made for a perfect Valentine's Day weekend!"
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martin c from Brunswick on Feb 17, 2025
Great Show!
"My daughter asked for tickets for her 17th birthday. She was not disappointed! She, my sister and I all went together and loved every min. The actress and dancers were so talented and brought the story to life. The orchestra blew us away! I highly recommend the show!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Feb 11, 2025
A must see show!
"The show was amazing! The performers were entertaining and energetic. Erika Jayne was fantastic and MUST return as Roxie Hart."
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Broadway.com Customer on Feb 9, 2025
Broadway happy.
"The dancing and choreography was amazing. We especially loved the orchestra! Velma is so talented! "
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Broadway.com Customer on Feb 2, 2025
Best Chicago ever
"This, after seeing five shows, was the best performance of Chicago that I have ever seen in either the UK, or USA.
Best “Roxie” anywhere."
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Mark R from Bridgend on Jan 27, 2025
Great musical numbers, beautiful voices.
"Very entertaining and an awesome cast!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Jan 26, 2025
Chicago
"One of the best shows on Broadway great music and great singers. I loved every minute. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Jan 20, 2025
So engaging
"Overall incredible performances!
Was so impressed with choreography and the comedic quirkiness of the cast. Had to restrain myself from singing along because the cast was so captivating and engaging. Bravo! "
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Broadway.com Customer on Jan 19, 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…
