The Broadway revival musical opened in 1996. The original opened on Broadway in 1975. But the Chicago was shadowed by Chorus Line, which opened in the same year. Though Chicago was nominated 10 Tonys in 1976, did not win any. This revival won six Tonys, including Best Revival Musical in 1997.

The story is based on the true crime in 1926. It was already made into the Broadway play in December of the same year. One could tell how sensational the crime was at that time. The story is set in 1920’s Chicago, so-called Jazz Age.
It is a sarcastic comedy about American society.
A smart lawyer could get a woman off from murder if he uses her charms wisely. Even makes her rich and famous. The Chicago was Bob Fosse’s last Broadway musical. And he also wrote the book of this musical with Fred Ebb. Therefore, highlight of this musical is Bob Fosse’s dance. And the music,? by John Kander and Fred Ebb. Ann Reinking, Fosse's protege, reproduces original choreography closely in this revival. Directed by Walter Bobbie. It is his second Broadway direction, after performing on Broadway stage for 70’s and 80’s. He was a performer on Broadway in 70’s and 80’s. This is his second Broadway direction. He directed “Foot loose” in 1998, and “Sweet Charity” in 2005.