South Korean pop star Ivy to star in 'Chicago' on Broadway
Ivy will make her Broadway debut in the long-running musical at the Ambassador Theatre for three weeks only later this summer.
Summary
- South Korean pop star Ivy will play Roxie Hart in Chicago on Broadway from August 17 to September 6
- She reprises her role from the Korean production of Chicago
South Korean pop star Ivy will make her Broadway debut in Chicago this summer, performing at the Ambassador Theatre for three weeks only from August 17 to September 6.
Ivy has performed in over a dozen musicals in South Korea, including Chicago, for which she won the 2012 Korean Musical Award for Best New Actress. She played Roxie Hart, the role she will also perform on Broadway. As a solo musician, she has released three studio albums and two EPs and won multiple Korean music awards.
She will succeed Krysta Rodriguez, who plays Roxie from June 15 to August 16. The current Chicago cast also includes Sophie Carmen-Jones as Velma Kelly, Nik Walker as Billy Flynn (through June 21; Matteo Lane joins June 22), Jacqueline B. Arnold as Matron "Mama" Morton, Greg Hildreth as Amos Hart, and R. Lowe as Mary Sunshine.
One of Broadway's longest-running productions, Chicago celebrates its 30th anniversary on Broadway this year.
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Photo credit: Ivy. (Photo courtesy of production)
Frequently asked questions
What is Chicago about?
See why this second-longest-running Broadway show has razzle-dazzled so many audiences. A scorching satire of celebrity culture with classic Kander and Ebb tunes, Chicago shows how two ladies use showbiz pizzazz to get away with murder. Get tickets to witness the criminally fun revival that won six Tony Awards.
Where is Chicago playing?
Chicago is playing at Ambassador Theatre. The theatre is located at 219 West 49th Street, New York, 10019.
How long is Chicago?
The running time of Chicago is 2hr 30min. Incl. 15min intermission.
What's the age recommendation for Chicago?
The recommended age for Chicago is Ages 13+. Children under 4 are not permitted..
How do you book tickets for Chicago?
Book tickets for Chicago on New York Theatre Guide.
Who wrote the Chicago musical?
The music for Chicago is written by composer John Kander and lyricist Fred Ebb. Ebb also co-wrote the show's script with Bob Fosse. They adapted the musical from a 1926 play by Maurine Dallas Watkins, also titled Chicago.
What songs are in Chicago on Broadway?
The songs for Chicago, written by John Kander and Fred Ebb, include "Cell Block Tango," "All That Jazz," "Razzle Dazzle," "Roxie," and "We Both Reached for the Gun." Learn about all the songs in Chicago on Broadway.
When did Chicago open on Broadway?
The current production of Chicago opened in 1996. It was the musical's first revival following its 1996 premiere. Chicago is now the second-longest-running show and longest-running revival in Broadway history.
Who directed Chicago on Broadway?
Walter Bobbie directs the current production of the Chicago musical. He has worked on Broadway as a writer, director, and performer since 1971, and he's also known for staging musicals like Sweet Charity, Footloose, and Bright Star.
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