Broadway Shows in Chicago

Broadway In Chicago has announced that three celebrated Broadway productions are returning to Chicago. Theater enthusiasts can mark their calendars for the triumphant return of the electrifying MJ THE MUSICAL, the irreverent comedy sensation THE BOOK OF MORMON (winner of nine Tony Awards), and the revolutionary musical phenomenon SIX. These acclaimed productions represent the best of contemporary musical theater, offering Chicago audiences a diverse range of theatrical experiences from the biographical brilliance of Michael Jackson's creative process to the satirical humor of THE BOOK OF MORMON and the empowering, history-reimagining energy of SIX.

MJ THE MUSICAL
James M. Nederlander Theatre
Aug. 12 - 31, 2025

Back by overwhelming demand, the multiple Tony Award winning musical MJ is making a victorious return to Chicago! Created by Tony Award-winning
Director/Choreographer Christopher Wheeldon and two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage, MJ goes beyond Michael Jackson's singular moves and signature sound, offering a rare glimpse at the making of the 1992 Dangerous World Tour. Don't miss your chance to experience the show that's electrifying sold-out crowds on Broadway; in cities across North America; London's West End; Hamburg, Germany; and Sydney, Australia -- once again at Chicago's James M. Nederlander Theatre August 2025.

THE BOOK OF MORMON
CIBC Theatre
Oct. 14 - 19, 2025

The New York Times calls it "the best musical of this century." The Washington Post says, "It is the kind of evening that restores your faith in musicals." And Entertainment Weekly says, "Grade A: the funniest musical of all time." Jimmy Fallon of The Tonight Show calls it "Genius. Brilliant. Phenomenal." It's THE BOOK OF MORMON, the nine-time Tony Award winning Best Musical.

This outrageous musical comedy follows the adventures of a mismatched pair of missionaries, sent halfway across the world to spread the Good Word. With standing room only productions in London, on Broadway, and across North America, THE BOOK OF MORMON has truly become an international sensation. Contains explicit language.

SIX
CIBC Theatre
Dec. 2 - 14, 2025

From Tudor Queens to Pop Icons, the SIX wives of Henry VIII take the microphone to remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak into a Euphoric Celebration of 21st century girl power! This new original musical is the global sensation that everyone is losing their head over!

The New York Times says SIX "TOTALLY RULES!" (Critic's Pick) and The Washington Post hails SIX as "Exactly the kind of energizing, inspirational illumination this town aches for!"

The SIX: LIVE ON OPENING NIGHT Broadway album debuted at Number 1 on the Billboard cast album charts and surpassed one billion streams worldwide!

To see a list of all Broadway shows in Chicago, visit our Broadway Shows In Chicago page.