See photos of Aaron Tveit, Lea Michele, Nicholas Christopher in 'Chess' on Broadway
The highly anticipated production is the 1988 musical's first Broadway revival, featuring a revised book by Danny Strong alongside the beloved score.
Game on! Check out new photos of Aaron Tveit, Lea Michele, Nicholas Christopher, and more in the first revival of Chess on Broadway, now playing at the Imperial Theatre.
Set during the Cold War, Chess follows the on- and off-board drama of two chess champions: American Freddie Trumper (Tveit) and Soviet Anatoly Sergievsky (Christopher), as well as Florence Vassey (Michele), the woman caught between them. This production is Chess's first Broadway revival, and it features a new book by Danny Strong alongside the beloved score by ABBA's Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus (music) and Rice (lyrics and original concept).
The cast also features Hannah Cruz as Svetlana, Bradley Dean as Molokov, Sean Allan Krill as Walter, and Bryce Pinkham as The Arbiter.
Take a sneak peek at the show below, and then get a front-row seat to the showdown by getting tickets.
Check back for information on Chess tickets on New York Theatre Guide.
Check back for information on Chess tickets on New York Theatre Guide.
Photo credit: Chess on Broadway. (Photos by Matthew Murphy)
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 playing?
Chess 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?
Book tickets for Chess on New York Theatre Guide.
What is Chess 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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