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Chicago at the Cambridge Theatre

Wednesday, April 21st, 2010

In 1997 the hit musical Chicago opened at London’s Adelphi Theatre in London. Following hugely successful sales of theatre tickets and the 1998 Laurence Olivier Award for Outstanding Musical Production, the show transferred to Covent Gardens Cambridge Theatre to continue its run.

Chicago, by Kander and Ebb, is set in the American city during the 1920s prohibition era, and tells the satirical tale of corruption and justice in the celebrity limelight. Roxie Hart is an aspiring vaudevillian who is arrested following the murder of her lover, which she tries and fails to pin on her dim witted husband. Sent to the women’s block in Cook County Jail, she encounters top vaudeville act and murderess of her husband and his lover, Velma Kelly. The two women then battle for the limelight as Roxie steals the media attention and Velma’s lawyer, Billy Flynn. The Chicago score includes songs such as All That Jazz, Razzle Dazzle and Mr Cellophane.

Playing the role of Roxie is award winning musical actress Ruthie Henshall, who has recently extended her run. Henshall originated as killer performer Roxie Hart when the show opened in 1997. Other West End show credits include Oliver!, Les Miserables, Children of Eden and her Laurence Olivier award winning performance in She Loves Me.

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Why theatre tickets for Chicago are flying

Saturday, October 10th, 2009

Chicago is one of the most popular musicals performed in theatres around the world. Celebrating 10 years of entertaining, Chicago has all the glitz and glamour to entice audiences to come back again and again.

Chicago is sexy and sassy and the hottest show around. Because of its attractive appeal, it is no wonder theatre tickets for this show are flying.

The thrill of Chicago…

Chicago is the story about a chorus girl, Roxie, played by Michelle Williams – one of the singers of the Destiny’s Child trio – who kills her lover. Her slick and manipulative lawyer tries to keep her from death row while promising to make her a star.

Chicago is filled with sex, murder and fantastic music. The choreography is outstanding and so very sexy. The show does, however, contain some mild language and has an adult theme.

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Chicago: A timeless classic

Wednesday, September 9th, 2009

There are certain productions that simply never go out of fashion or get old, and Chicago is one of those productions. This stage production has seen success all around the globe on stage and on the big screen. It is possibly one of the best-loved musicals and it transcends time.

If you have never seen this enthralling musical on stage, it is about time you did; you have no idea what fun and entertainment you are missing out on. And for those who have already seen it, go ahead and indulge yourself in another round; this show is worth another go.

A night out

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This show is still going strong eleven-years on, which says a whole lot about it and the popularity it has. Chicago follows the story of aspiring starlet chorus girl Roxie in her desire to become famous, and the pitfalls she falls prey to on the way. These include murder and more. This is one hot show that will keep you on the edge of your seat and is not to be missed.

Musicals Casting

Monday, April 27th, 2009

The musical ‘Chicago’ has announced a change to its cast. Gary Wilmot is to take over from Jimmy Osmond in the role of Billy Flynn. Eastenders star Emma Barton will star opposite him as Roxie Hart. They start performing on the 15th of June when the show launches a new 16 venue tour over 5 months. The tour will start at the Swan Theatre in High Wycombe and end in Aberdeen in November.

This tour is produced by David Ian Productions in association with Broadway producers Barry and Fran Weissler.

There will also be changes to a London show which is currently one of the hottest tickets, ‘Hairspray’. The show continues at the Shaftesbury Theatre in the West End. It has already been announced that Brian Conley is taking over from Michael Ball in the role of Edna Turnblad. He will be joined by Chloe Hart who has just graduated from the Guildhall School of Music and Drama. She will play Tracy Turnblad. Liam Tamne will take over as Link Larkin. He has previously been seen in ‘Wicked’

They will give their first performance on the 27th of July. Nigel Planer and Verity Rushforth will continue in the roles of Wilbur Turnblad and Penny Pingleton respectively.

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