So You Wanna See Chicago? Buckle Up, Buttercup, It's a Vaudeville Marathon!
Let's face it, there's nothing quite like a night on Broadway. The lights, the music, the chance you might brush shoulders with a celebrity who just needs a quick escape from the paparazzi (not that we'd ever name names, Bernadette!). But before you slip into your most fabulous shoes and hit the Great White Way, there's one burning question: just how long is this whole Chicago thing anyway?
Because let's be honest, fitting a Broadway show into your schedule can be trickier than squeezing into those after-theatre martinis. You gotta wrangle dinner reservations, avoid that pesky rush hour, and maybe even factor in enough time to practice your best Roxie Hart sass in the mirror (because, honey, you were born to be a star!).
Fear Not, Fellow Jazz Fanatic! The Answer is Here (and it involves fabulous Fosse Fosse!)
Chicago the musical, that dazzling spectacle of murder, mayhem, and merry tunes, clocks in at a total of 2 hours and 30 minutes. Now, that might sound like a lifetime if you're used to those whiz-bang movie musicals that are over before you can say "celluloid." But trust us, those 150 minutes will fly by faster than a chorus girl in a sequined leotard.
Why? Because Chicago is a nonstop party. You've got sassy songs, killer dance numbers (courtesy of the legendary Bob Fosse, who basically invented cool with a capital "C"), and a plot that twists and turns like a speakeasy back alley.
But Wait, There's More! An Intermission Interlude (with Snack Recommendations)
That's right, folks, nestled right in the middle of that glorious two and a half hours is a 15-minute intermission. Now, this little break isn't just for bathroom emergencies and last-minute Instagram updates (although, let's be real, those are important too). This is your chance to recharge, grab a drink (perhaps a bubbly beverage to match Velma Kelly's acidic wit?), and maybe even snag a playbill commemorative t-shirt to prove you were there.
Pro tip: If you're feeling peckish, most Broadway theaters offer concessions like popcorn, candy, and even fancy chocolates (because who doesn't love a sweet treat during a murder trial?).
So There You Have It! The Lowdown on Chicago's Running Time
So, will Chicago leave you wanting more? Absolutely! You'll be humming those Kander and Ebb tunes for days, dreaming of dancing the night away in a sequined dress (or a killer suit, if you're channeling your inner Billy Flynn). But fear not, that's just a sign of a truly magical theatrical experience.
Now go forth, snag those tickets, and get ready for a night of razzle dazzle that'll leave you saying "All That Jazz" for weeks to come!
