Krysta Rodriguez to star in ‘Chicago’ on Broadway
The Broadway mainstay was last seen in the new musical Smash last year, and she will now join the long-running classic in the role of Roxie Hart.
Summary
- Krysta Rodriguez will play Roxie Hart in Chicago on Broadway from June 15
- She is known for her performances in Broadway musicals like Spring Awakening; The Addams Family; Into the Woods; and the Smash musical and TV show
Welcome to Cook County! Krysta Rodriguez will join the Chicago Broadway cast as Roxie Hart, playing her first performance at the Ambassador Theatre on June 15.
A Broadway mainstay, Rodriguez is best known for her starring performances in the musicals Spring Awakening, The Addams Family, First Date, and Into the Woods. She was last seen on stage in 2025's Smash, the Broadway musical adaptation of the NBC TV show in which Rodriguez also appeared.
In Chicago, Rodriguez will join a cast that also includes Sophie Carmen-Jones as Velma Kelly, Nik Walker as Billy Flynn, Jacqueline B. Arnold as Matron "Mama" Morton, Greg Hildreth as Amos Hart, and R. Lowe as Mary Sunshine. Current star Rachel Schur will play her final performance as Roxie on June 14.
The classic Kander and Ebb musical follows Roxie and Velma, two Chicago murderesses who compete for the attention of a silver-tongued lawyer and the sympathy of the public in order to get acquitted — and famous. This production, having opened in 1996, is the longest-running show currently on Broadway and second-longest-running of all time.
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Photo credit: Krysta Rodriguez. (Photo by Jenny Anderson)
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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