Based on real life events back in the roaring 1920s, nightclub singer Roxie Hart shoots her lover and along with Cell Block rival, double-murderess Velma Kelly, they fight to keep from death row with the help of smooth talking lawyer, Billy Flynn. Read more …
Created by the musical theatre talents of John Kander, Fred Ebb and legendary choreographer Bob Fosse, Chicago’s sexy, sassy score includes All That Jazz and Razzle Dazzle.
A nightclub singer, a double-murderess, a smooth-talking lawyer and a cell block of sin: it would be a crime to miss it.‘Chicago’ is my kind of show and the enthusiastic audience seemed to agree.
This incredibly slick, firecracker of a production doesn’t disappoint.
Theatre audiences are going to adore Chicago.
A solid production of a great musical. The stars do enough to please those who have paid their money to see them, without actively discouraging those who are just there for the spectacle.
With song after memorable song, a rousing house band led by Adrian Kirk and sharp staging, if you like musicals at all, you really should visit Chicago.
Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh from Monday April 23, 2012, until Saturday April 28, 2012. More info: www.edinburghplayhouse.org.uk
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