MJ – The Musical at James M. Nederlander Theatre

There is nothing more rejuvenating than discovering a fresh musical! New York, New York lately hit the stage on Broadway, yet the show skillfully infuses amazing nostalgia! This retrospective journey takes audiences to the ‘40s, a time when New York was reconstructing in the aftermath of the second world war. Spearheaded by a genius creative team, New York, New York serves as a masterpiece, presenting melodies by John Kander and Fred Ebb. At the same time, writers David Thompson and Sharon Washington create a engaging narrative, loosely inspired by the incidents in the 1977 film of the same name.

Apart from its outstanding creative team, New York, New York guarantees a ensemble of exceptional performers! This highly anticipated musical embarks on a countrywide tour this YEAR, and if you identify as a Broadway musical enthusiast, you better book those tickets right away!

With glowing reviews taking over the Internet and the press, subsequent to its premiere in New York City, music lovers will definitely be frantically competing for tickets! New York, New York, has garnered some of the most exceptional reviews many have experienced in a while. For example, Time Out New York wrote, “The craftsmanship of the score, the wrought-iron fire escapes of Beowulf Boritt’s set, the splendid variety of Donna Zakowska’s costumes, the command of (Anna) Uzele’s vocals, the infectious energy of the production numbers—there’s a lot to enjoy if you don’t look down.”

Meanwhile, the New York Theaters’ critic described the show’s set as “spectacular.” The critic continued that the choreographies delivered “one energetic dance after another.” “But, even when the cast isn’t literally dancing, she suggests the bustle, hustle, and swirl of New York humanity with little wordless vignettes and in other clever ways, working in tandem with the breathtaking scenery.”

If you’re enthusiastic to witnessing New York, New York at the impressive Nederlander Theatre at Ford Center for the Performing Arts in lively Chicago, Illinois, this current August, you’re assured to have a marvelous experience, thanks in part to the Nederlander Theatre at Ford Center for the Performing Arts’s state-of-the-art facilities. For many years now, the dazzling theater has hosted the most thrilling shows and musicals in Chicago. This summer, the venue has prepared itself for an tremendously busy season teeming with groundbreaking musicals like New York, New York! So be sure to enjoy Nederlander Theatre at Ford Center for the Performing Arts’s top-tier amenities and trailblazing sound and light system!

Experience one of the most exciting musicals to be produced from Broadway in recent years, as it's catching its thrilling 2025 national tour at the Nederlander Theatre at Ford Center for the Performing Arts this summer! You can book your tickets to New York, New York now by clicking on the Book Now link!