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Chicago the Musical

Ambassador Theatre, 219 West 49th Street, New York, NY 10019 · New York, NY

Why you should go…

Chicago has run on Broadway for decades as one of the longest-running American musicals in Broadway history, telling the story of two rival murderesses vying for fame. It currently plays at the Ambassador Theatre in the Theatre District.

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General theatre & events guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Curtain time is firm

    Latecomers are commonly held at the back until a scene break, so build in a buffer.

  • Study the seating chart

    Price and sightline vary a lot within the same house. A few rows back can be the better seat.

  • Rush and lottery seats exist

    Many venues release same-day tickets at a discount if you are flexible about where you sit.

  • Arrive with time to spare

    Parking, bag check, and finding your row all take longer than you think on a full house.

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