Erika Jayne to return to 'Chicago' Broadway cast
The star of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills will play a three-week limited engagement as Roxie Hart, a role she played briefly before the pandemic.
UPDATE: Erika Jayne will now star in Chicago on Broadway through February 23.
The name on everybody's lips is gonna be Erika! Erika Jayne will return to Chicago on Broadway at the Ambassador Theatre from January 20 to February 9 only.
Jayne is best known for starring on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. She has also released eight #1 hit songs on Billboard’s Hot Dance Club Play chart; performed a Las Vegas residency titled Bet It All on Blonde; and released a book, Pretty Mess.
She first performed in Chicago as Roxie Hart in 2020, but her run was cut short due to the pandemic. Now, she will replace Bianca Marroquín in the role.
The current Chicago cast also includes Kimberly Marable as Velma Kelly, NaTasha Yvette Williams as Matron "Mama" Morton, Sebastián Yatra as Billy Flynn (through December 22), Raymond Bokhour as Amos Hart, and R. Lowe as Mary Sunshine.
The longest-running show currently on Broadway, Chicago follows 1920s murderesses Roxie Hart and Velma Kelly as they compete to get a slick lawyer's attention, win the sympathy of the public, and get acquitted — and become overnight celebrities in the process.
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Photo credit: Erika Jayne. (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 requirement 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.
Is Chicago on Broadway appropriate for kids?
Chicago is not recommended for young children; the age recommendation is 13 and up due to its themes of murder, sex, crime, and adultery. Please note that children 4 and younger are not permitted in Broadway theatres.
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.
Is Chicago on Broadway good?
New York Theatre Guide's 20th-anniversary review of Chicago calls the show "a living, breathing piece of musical theatre history, which rightfully remains at the Ambassador Theatre and reminds us that all you need is class and, of course, all that jazz," rating it five stars. Chicago is now more than 25 years old, proving the lasting appeal of its story, songs, and talent.
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