‘Chicago' Broadway Musical is Bringing the Razzle Dazzle to Abu Dhabi
May 02, 2024
It's time to Tap Dance to All That Jazz in Abu Dhabi! 'Chicago', the longest running American musical, will be staging a jailbreak at Etihad Arena this September. Renowned for its portrayal of passion, murder and the jazziest jail cells ever, the musical follows the intertwined journeys of two ambitious women – Roxie Hart, a chorus girl, and Velma Kelly, a former vaudeville star.
The musical, featuring tunes like 'All That Jazz', 'Cell Block Tango' and 'Razzle Dazzle', has captivated audiences worldwide since its Broadway premiere 27 years ago. From New York to major cities such as London, Tokyo, Paris and Madrid, 'Chicago' will debut in the UAE for a limited run from September 12th to the 22nd.
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