PARANAQUE CITY — Broadway’s iconic production “CHICAGO: The Musical” is making its highly anticipated return to the Philippines for a limited engagement next year.
GMG Productions, alongside Barry & Fran Weissler and David Ian, announced that the legendary Tony Award-winning show will run from March 9 to 28, 2027, at The Theatre at Solaire. Marking its milestone 30th anniversary global tour, the production heads back to the very stage that inaugurated the venue during its Philippine debut in 2014.
Carlos Candal, CEO of GMG Productions, expressed excitement over the show’s upcoming homecoming.
“CHICAGO is one of those extraordinary shows that never goes out of style. It’s sexy, sophisticated, provocative and wickedly funny, with incredible music, iconic Bob Fosse choreography, and a story of fame, ambition, scandal, and celebrity that remains as relevant as ever,” Candal said.
He added, “There’s something especially meaningful about bringing CHICAGO back to The Theatre at Solaire, where it inaugurated the venue in 2014. More than twelve years later, returning to the same stage feels like a real homecoming.”
“What I love most about CHICAGO is its edge,” he went on. “It’s glamorous and seductive, but also dark, witty, and dangerous. From ‘All That Jazz’ and ‘Cell Block Tango’ to ‘Razzle Dazzle,’ it’s filled with songs and moments that have become part of musical theatre history.”
”We’re thrilled to bring it back to Manila in March 2027. Whether you saw it in 2014 or are discovering it for the first time, CHICAGO is a show that truly comes alive on stage. Come on, baby, let’s razzle dazzle.”
Set against the backdrop of 1920s Chicago, the narrative revolves around housewife Roxie Hart and nightclub star Velma Kelly as they navigate murder trials, media circuses, and corruption with the aid of smooth-talking attorney Billy Flynn.
Co-producer Barry Weissler highlighted the enduring legacy of the material.
“It was such an honor to be chosen as the inaugural production at the grand opening of the Theatre at Solaire back in 2014, so for CHICAGO to return to Manila next year and take that same stage again is a real homecoming,” Weissler shared.
“John Kander, Fred Ebb, and Bob Fosse created a prescient masterpiece that is ever relevant in this moment and time. Audiences are in for a real treat. The show is as hot as ever!”
David Ian, co-producer of Crossroads Live, echoed similar enthusiasm for the global milestone tour.
“We’re delighted to announce the return of CHICAGO to the Theatre at Solaire in March 2027 as part of its red hot 30th Anniversary global tour. CHICAGO truly is the triple threat musical that combines the sensational choreography of Bob Fosse, with the master melodies of John Kander and satirical lyrics of Fred Ebb. Our incredible company can’t wait to perform CHICAGO in Manila, home of such an enthusiastic musical theatre audience. Get ready to paint the town!”
Ticket sales kick off with a UnionBank Presale running from October 12 to 15, offering a 10% discount for cardholders. This will be followed by the GMGP Waitlist Presale on October 16 with the same discount, while tickets open to the general public starting October 19.