If you’re looking for a night of electrifying entertainment, sizzling choreography, and powerhouse performances, then CHICAGO at the Grand Opera House Belfast is the must-see musical of the season!

“Murder, greed, corruption, exploitation, adultery and treachery…all those things we hold near and dear to our hearts”. So begins the international multi-award-winning musical, CHICAGO.

From the moment the first performer slinks onto the bare stage, this production oozes glamour, seduction, and sheer theatrical brilliance. With a stunning cast led by Strictly Come Dancing’s Janette Manrara as the cunning yet charming Roxie Hart, alongside the phenomenal Brenda Edwards as the formidable Matron ‘Mama’ Morton and the ever-charismatic Kevin Clifton as smooth-talking Billy Flynn, this show is packed with star power. Each performer brings their own flair to these iconic roles, delivering powerhouse vocals and captivating stage presence. The minimalist black backdrop provides a canvas to emphasise the live band and really put the performers into the spotlight, literally.

Set against the backdrop of the roaring 1920s, CHICAGO is a story of fame, fortune, and justice with a razor-sharp wit and an irresistible jazz-infused score. Classic numbers like All That Jazz, Cell Block Tango, and Razzle Dazzle explode onto the stage with breathtaking choreography and sensational energy, proving why this musical has won six Tony Awards and continues to dazzle audiences worldwide. A story that explores our fascination with all things macabre and the nature of the influence of the press that’s perhaps even more relevant today than ever before.

The live 10-piece band really ups the ante in this performance and brings the spirit of jazz to life before your eyes. With its sleek, sultry staging and signature Bob Fosse moves, this production is as visually stunning as it is musically exhilarating. The chemistry between the cast, the punchy humour, and the gripping storyline make for a thoroughly immersive experience that will leave audiences on their feet, cheering for more.

CHICAGO is on at Grand Opera House Belfast until Sat 22 Mar 2025. For more info and tickets see here.

Chris Caldwell

Author: Chris Caldwell

Chris Caldwell at your service! My favourite things are eating and Theatre, I have 2 small sons called Alex and Max who are more mustard than Hellmann's. I spend my days trying to wrangle them and exploring my favourite city - BELFAST! My favourite films are horror, my fav music is metal and my favourite Beatle is Ringo, mainly his work on Thomas the Tank.