'Chess' on Broadway completes cast and creative team
Find out who will join Aaron Tveit, Lea Michele, and Nicholas Christopher in the first Broadway revival of the musical drama at the Imperial Theatre this fall.
Chess on Broadway has set its complete cast and creative team ahead of its run at the Imperial Theatre this fall. The first 1988 revival of the musical drama begins performances October 15 ahead of a November 16 opening.
Joining previously announced stars Aaron Tveit as Freddie Trumper, Lea Michele as Florence Vassey, and Nicholas Christopher as Anatoly Sergievsky are Hannah Cruz as Svetlana, Bradley Dean as Molokov, Sean Allan Krill as Walter, and Bryce Pinkham as The Arbiter.
The ensemble includes Kyla Louise Bartholomeusz, Daniel Beeman, Shavey Brown, Emma Degerstedt, Casey Garvin, Adam Halpin, Sarah Michele Lindsey, Michael Milkanin, Aleksandr Ivan Pevec, Aliah James, Sydney Jones, Sean MacLaughlin, Sarah Meahl, Ramone Nelson, Fredric Rodriguez Odgaard, Michael Olaribigbe, Katerina Papacostas, Samantha Pollino, Regine Sophia, and Katie Webber.
Under the direction of Tony Award winner Michael Mayer, Chess will feature choreography by Lorin Latarro, orchestrations by Anders Eljas and Brian Usifer, music supervision by Brian Usifer. scenic design by David Rockwell, costume design by Tom Broecker, lighting design Kevin Adams, sound design by John Shivers, and video design by Peter Nigrini.
Set amid a Cold War-era chess tournament Chess follows an American (Tveit) and Soviet (Christopher) grandmaster, as well as the woman (Michele) caught between them, as they compete not just for a chess title, but in a high-stakes battle of love, seduction, loyalty, and power. Featuring a new book by Danny Strong, this revival of Chess retains the fan-favorite score by Tim Rice and ABBA's Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus.
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Photo credit: Hannah Cruz, Bradley Dean, Sean Allan Krill, and Bryce Pinkham. (Photos courtesy of production; Cruz photo by Justin Patterson)
Frequently asked questions
What are the songs in Chess?
The songs in Chess are by some of the members of ABBA and offer audiences a pop-rock filled score with a beating heart and stirring vocals. Oft-recorded songs include "Anthem" and "Nobody's Side."
Who directs Chess?
Michael Mayer, a Tony winner for Spring Awakening, directs.
Who wrote Chess?
Tony winner Tim Rice had the original idea, and now it features a new book by Emmy winner Danny Strong with songs from ABBA’s Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus.
Is Chess good?
Olivier- and Tony-nominated, Chess is an iconic musical with a legendary score. With stars in the cast, audiences are excited for this first revival.
Is Chess appropriate for kids?
Audiences must be four and over to enter Broadway houses, though no age recommendation otherwise has been set yet.
Where is Chess on Broadway playing?
Chess on Broadway is playing at Imperial Theatre. The theatre is located at 249 West 45th Street (between Broadway and 8th Avenue), New York, 10036.
How do you book tickets for Chess on Broadway?
Book tickets for Chess on Broadway on New York Theatre Guide.
What's the age requirement for Chess on Broadway?
The recommended age for Chess on Broadway is Children under 4 years old will not be admitted.
What is Chess on Broadway about?
Chess follows a taut tournament as an American and Russian chess player comer together to compete, not just for first place but also for a woman's heart.
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