Erika Jayne to Return to Broadway’s ‘Chicago’
Erika Jayne is set to make her return to Broadway in the musical “Chicago.”
Jayne is slated to reprise her role as Roxie Hart for a three-week run starting January 20 and continuing through February 9. This marks her second time stepping into the role after her debut in winter 2020 at the Ambassador Theatre, a run that was cut short due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Currently celebrating its 28th year on Broadway, the current “Chicago” cast features Bianca Marroquín as Roxie Hart, Kimberly Marable as Velma Kelly, Sebastián Yatra as Billy Flynn, NaTasha Yvette Williams as Matron “Mama” Morton, Red Concepción as Amos Hart, and R. Lowe as Mary Sunshine.
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With a book by Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse, music by John Kander, and lyrics by Ebb, “Chicago” is directed by Walter Bobbie and features choreography by the late Ann Reinking, who won a Tony Award for her work. The production’s design elements include sets by John Lee Beatty, costumes by William Ivey Long, lighting by Ken Billington, and sound by Scott Lehrer. Casting is handled by Duncan Stewart of ARC Casting.
Produced by Barry and Fran Weissler, the revival of “Chicago” has earned numerous accolades, including the 1997 Tony Award for Best Revival of a Musical. Its original production was directed and choreographed by the legendary Bob Fosse. The revival also earned Tony Awards for performances by Bebe Neuwirth and James Naughton, as well as for its lighting design and choreography.
