The 2024-2025 Chicago tour will re-open in Birmingham, AL at BJCC Concert Hall on November 19th and continue through June of 2025.
The cast of CHICAGO features Ellie Roddy as Roxie Hart, Taylor Lane as Velma Kelly, Connor Sullivan returning as Billy Flynn, Illeana “illy” Kirven returning as Matron “Mama” Morton, Andrew Metzger as Amos Hart and D. Fillinger as Mary Sunshine. The cast also includes Malachi Alexander, Lindsay Lee Alhady, Timothy Scott Brausch, Faith Jordan Candino, Christopher Cline, Josh England, Roberto Facchin, Serena Kozusko, Zoie Lee, Eliza Levy, Ryan McInnes, Simeon Rawls, Angelliz M. Rosado Ramos, Brad Weatherford, and Christina Youngblood.
Set amidst the razzle-dazzle decadence of the 1920s, Chicago is the story of Roxie Hart, a housewife and nightclub dancer who maliciously murders her on-the-side lover after he threatens to walk out on her.
Desperate to avoid conviction, she dupes the public, the media and her rival cellmate, Velma Kelly, by hiring Chicago’s slickest criminal lawyer to transform her malicious crime into a barrage of sensational headlines, the likes of which might just as easily be ripped from today’s tabloids.
With a legendary book by Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse, music by John Kander and lyrics by Fred Ebb, Chicago is the #1 longest-running American musical in Broadway history — and it shows no sign of ever slowing down!
There’s never been a better time to experience Chicago, Broadway’s razzle-dazzle smash. This triumphant hit musical is the recipient of 6 Tony Awards®, 2 Olivier Awards, a Grammy®, and thousands of standing ovations. You’ve got to come see why the name on everyone’s lips is still…CHICAGO.
Biographies
ELLIE RODDY (Roxie Hart) National Tour Debut! Ellie is elated to paint the town(s) with the legacy of Chicago! Originally from Orlando, FL, she’s now a New York resident. Favorite credits include Sherrie (Rock of Ages), Anytime Annie (42nd Street), Rizzo (Grease), and Magenta (Rocky Horror Live!). SO eternally grateful for my friends, my family, Resolute Artists Agency, and my funny honey Ash. @ellieroddy_
TAYLOR LANE (Velma Kelly) is honored to bring this iconic role to life as a proud Chicagoan! National Tour: Jesus Christ Superstar. Regional: Goodspeed Opera House (Randy Skinner’s 42nd Street); Marriot Theatre, Paramount Theatre; Porchlight Music Theatre (Judy Turner, A Chorus Line); Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park. Infinite love and gratitude to my friends and family, and a special thanks to ARC Casting and Take3Talent.
@taylorroses
CONNOR SULLIVAN (Billy Flynn). Thrilled to return for a second year in the cell block! Favorite credits include performing at Walt Disney World and for Disney Cruise Line, and all the shows he performed in the basement with his siblings growing up. HUGE thanks to the Chicago creative team, ARC, and APEX!
@connorpsully.
ANDREW METZGER (Amos Hart) is honored to play such a dream role! Recent credits: Genie (Disney’s Aladdin: A Musical Spectacular, Disney Cruise Line – Fantasy); Cowardly Lion (The Wizard of Oz, Lythgoe Family Productions); Uncle Fester alongside Teri Hatcher as Morticia (The Addams Family, 5-Star Theatricals). Special thanks and love to Mackenzie and Indy! @andrewmetzger_actor/ http://www.andrewmetzger.net
ILLEANA “illy” KIRVEN (Matron “Mama” Morton) is delighted to continue her Chicago journey. Last seen on the 25th Anniversary International Tour in South Korea and 25th Anniversary North American Tour. With 100s of shows on her resume, here are a few favorites are: Caroline in productions of Caroline, or Change, Deloris Van Cartier in Sister Act, the Narrator in productions of Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Illy dedicates her shows to her one-of-a-kind, beautiful angel Mama, Mildred. Enjoy the show. @321illy
D. FILLINGER (Mary Sunshine). National tour debut and overjoyed to be part of this incredible legacy! Hails from small town Cullman, AL. Special thanks to God, my parents, Aunt Robin, mentors Lindsay Troha, Dr. Kenning, Dr. Richardson, Chelsea Reynolds, & best friends Nic and Daylan. Dedicated to my late brother, Nicholas—#4Nic. @drewfillinger
MALACHI ALEXANDER (The Jury/Billy Flynn Understudy) is ecstatic to be on his first national tour! Some of his past credits include Fela!, Kinky Boots, Heathers & 9 to 5. He was also a recent performer on the Disney Wish. Education: Howard University BFA in Musical Theatre, Minor in Dance @ thechialexander
LINDSAY LEE ALHADY (Hunyak). Recent credits include Bandstand (The Rev Theatre Company), Crazy For You (Asolo Repertory Theater), A Christmas Story (John W. Engeman Theater), Chicago and Disney’s The Little Mermaid (The Lexington Theater Company), and Singin’ In The Rain (Lyric Theater of Oklahoma). Thank you to Bloc Talent! Love to Mom, Dad, and Jamilee.
TIMOTHY SCOTT BRAUSCH (The Bailiff/The Clerk). National Tours: My Fair Lady. Regional: North Carolina Theatre. Elon University, BFA in Music Theatre. Love to my family, friends, PMA and my dance mentors without whom I would be nowhere. timothyscottbrausch.com
@timothyscottbrausch
FAITH JORDAN CANDINO (Mona) is ecstatic to be returning to Chicago on tour! Regional: Crazy For You (Ogunquit Playhouse), West Side Story (VA-Rep) A Chorus Line (City Springs) Pelagius (Legacy Theatre), Norwegian+Regent Cruise Lines, Awakening (inaugural cast). Film: Hallmark Channel, LionsGate, Apple TV+, Warner Bros. Love to Mom+Dad, my dreams are a reality because of you. Love to friends, ARC Casting, APEX, and Resolute Artists Agency. @curlycandino
CHRISTOPHER CLINE (Sergeant Fogarty). National tour debut! Most recently seen in Mamma Mia! on Royal Caribbean Cruise Line. From New Jersey, Christopher is a recent graduate of UMiami. Big thanks to the team, my family, & voice coach Edgar! @christopherccline
JOSH ENGLAND (The Doctor/The Judge/Amos Hart Understudy) is beyond excited to be making his national tour debut in Chicago! Based in NYC, originally from Michigan. Regional: Carousel, Damn Yankees, A Chorus Line, 42nd Street, West Side Story, Cabaret. TV/Film: The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Gossip Girl. BFA, Oakland University. Love to ARC Casting, Mom, Dad and all of his friends and family! @josh_england_
ROBERTO FACCHIN (Harry/Martin Harrison) is from Málaga, Spain. Recent credits include the Antonio Banderas-Baayork Lee production of A Chorus Line (Mark), Broadway hit Cats (Alonzo), Anastasia (ensemble/ Von Rothbart), West Side Story (Chino), Cocktail Hour with Ballets With a Twist and Orphan Train with Covenant Ballet Theatre. If you want to learn more about his work you can visit his website Robertofacchin.com
SERENA KOZUSKO (Swing/Dance Captain/ Matron “Mama” Morton Understudy) is thrilled to make her national tour debut in this dream show! Recently: Carousel (the Wick), Hello, Dolly! (Pioneer Theatre), Grease (Cha-cha, MT Wichita), Joseph…Dreamcoat (Potiphar’s Wife, Arizona Broadway). Vail, CO native, University of Utah alum. Huge thanks to ARC, the Chicago team, and her wonderful friends/family!
@heyitsseray
ZOIE LEE (Go-To- Hell-Kitty). Kansas City MO native. Previous credits: Anastasia National Tour, Jersey Boys (NCLH), Regent Splendor (NCLH), Cedar Fair Ent. at Worlds of Fun. Studied Music Theater at AMDA. Zoie is grateful for the opportunity to be a part of this show’s legacy. Chicago was a pivotal show in her life and is honored to share this story now! Razzle Dazzle ‘Em!
ELIZA LEVY (Liz/Roxie Hart & Velma Kelly Understudy) is a recent graduate of Cincinnati College Conservatory of Music, and is currently making her Broadway National Tour debut with this wonderful production! She would like to thank the team at Henderson & Hogan, all of her teachers, friends, and family! love you to the moon and back! IG: @eliza_levyy
RYAN MCINNES (Swing/Dance Captain/Amos Hart Understudy) National Tour debut! Regional: Engeman Theater, Arts Center of Coast al Carolina. Proud recent graduate of Point Park University with a BFA in Musical Theatre. Endless thanks to Mom, Dad, Meaghan, and this incredible team. Biggest thanks for supporting live theater! @_ryanmcinnes
SIMEON RAWLS (Aaron/Billy Flynn Understudy) is thankful to be making his national tour debut! Regional: Chicago (Arts Coastal), Beautiful (Virginia Rep), Disney’s Beauty & the Beast (Engeman). Many thanks to Avalon Artists Group! Love always to mum, my mentors, Miss Peggy, Claire, and my support circle. This one’s for us, we did it. @simeonrawls
Angelliz M. Rosado Ramos (June/Matron “Mama” Morton Understudy). Born in Puerto Rico. Trained in Beyond Dance Studio with Michi and Solimar Arzola and graduated from AMDA. Credits: On Your Feet, Puerto Rico and On Your Feet National Tour. “Thanks to God, my family and friends. Chicago was my biggest dream and now I get to do it every night”. @angelliz.rosado
BRAD WEATHERFORD (Fred Casely). National tour debut! Regional: Fulton Theatre, Casa Mañana, Arkansas Rep, Argyle Theatre, Playhouse on Park, The Palace Theatre. Other credits: Christmas at Carnegie Hall, The Dome St. Louis. Many thanks to Jim and the MTA family, ARC casting, and his family and friends for their love and support.
CHRISTINA YOUNGBLOOD (Annie/Roxie Hart & Velma Kelly Understudy) from Toledo, Ohio. Ball State Musical Theatre BFA. Regional: 42nd Street (Winnie; Arrow Rock), West Side Story (Graziella; Porthouse). Love to Mom, Dad, MSA, Kooky Cardinals, and the cast of 2013 Fame Jr. Dedicated to Michael Elliott. @Xtinayoungblood
Produced by Apex Touring, Chicago is the winner of six 1997 Tony Awards including Best Musical Revival and the Grammy Award for Best Musical Cast Recording.
This tour will be directed by David Hyslop with choreography by Gregory Butler based on the original direction by Tony Award winner Walter Bobbie and original choreography by Tony Award winner Ann Reinking. Chicago features scenic design by Tony Award winner John Lee Beatty, costume design by Tony Award winner William Ivey Long, lighting design by Tony Award winner Ken Billington, sound design by Scott Lehrer, Supervising Music Director Robert Billig and casting by ARC.
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