Chicago – The Musical at Uihlein Hall

Chicago is in simple words "Sinful and Sensational"!The Broadway blockbuster, ever-sexy, graceful, and fun Broadway hit musical is about to make its latest stop in Milwaukee, this January, at the magnificent Uihlein Hall at Marcus Center For The Performing Arts. Enjoy Chicago this winter in the charming Milwaukee, on Friday 17th January 2025, at the phenomenal Uihlein Hall at Marcus Center For The Performing Arts.

Synopsis

This universal tale of fame, fortune, and musicals, explores the depths people delve to satisfy their craving for fame. The Show is a gripping and engaging story told through music and dance.

The production is the second most frequent performance ever to appear on Broadway, surpassed only by "The Phantom of the Opera". Chicago tells the story of two rival and vaudevillian dancers named Velma and Roxie locked in jail for murder.

While Velma is already a well-known vaudevillian entertainer, Roxie is a aspiring performer trying to build her fame. Although they were both jailed for murder they had different motives. Velma's intent was jealousy and rage after finding her husband and sister having an affair. Meanwhile, Roxie's motive was calculated ambition and ruthlessness. Thus unlike Velma's action, which was driven by emotion, Roxie's strategy was calculated, and was intentionally used to attract publicity.

Throughout, Chicago also reveals the hidden game played by law enforcement and civilians. Roxie's and Velma's lawyer Billy Flynn, who excels at defending women prisoners alleged of murder is seen turning the trial into spectacles, by manipulating his client's case into dramatic performances composed of drama and sympathy.

While Matron "Mama" Morton is portrayed helping the two criminals maintain a connection with the outside world, mainly with Billy, and exploiting the other convicts for her advantage.

Awards

Chicago is an intriguing performance that symbolizes the widespread power game and the different forms it can take such as; attraction, fortune, fame, and intellect to influence the masses for individuals' ultimate personal satisfaction.

This theatrical masterpiece has received an array of esteemed awards featuring a total of 6 Tony Awards, 5 Drama Desk Awards, 1 Grammy award, 1 Olivier Award, 6 Academy Awards (Oscars), 3 Golden Globe Awards, 1 BAFTA Award, and 2 SAG Awards.

The musical has left a unforgettable mark on the entertainment and celebrity culture since its debut, including its impact on American musicals, choreography and style, film adaptation, Cultural Commentary, and future adaptations.