Step into the glitz and glamour of the 1920s with Staged in Kuwait this month, as they present the iconic musical “Chicago” to end their eleventh season. Come be swept away by this timeless masterpiece presented live on stage, at the beautiful American United School Performing Arts Center in Sabah Al Salem.
Chicago traces its origins back to the true events of the 1920s, a time defined by jazz, prohibition, and a city pulsating with crime and corruption. Inspired by the captivating trials of two murderesses, the original play was written by Maurine Dallas Watkins and debuted on Broadway in 1926.
Fast-forward to the 1970s, when director and choreographer Bob Fosse, along with lyricist Fred Ebb and composer John Kander, (of Cabaret fame), revived Chicago as a musical. With Fosse’s visionary choreography and a dazzling score, the show burst back onto the Broadway stage in 1975, reimagined for a new era. It captured the essence of the Jazz Age and delved into the dark underbelly of Chicago’s crime-ridden society, seducing audiences with its sizzling dance numbers and unforgettable characters.
The success of the Broadway revival paved the way for a remarkable film adaptation in 2002. Directed by RobMarshall, the star-studded cast, including Renée Zellweger, Catherine Zeta-Jones, and Richard Gere, brought the captivating story to the silver screen. With its stunning visuals and mesmerizing performances, the film became acinematic sensation. At the 2003 Academy Awards, the film was nominated for a record twelve Oscars. It took home six, including Best Picture, cementing the musical’s status as a cultural phenomenon, and spreading its influence andpopularity beyond the stage.
This month, (following the sellout end-of-season production of Mamma Mia! in 2022), the talented theater community at Staged in Kuwait is excited to bring Chicago live to the stage in Kuwait, for the first time ever.
Staged in Kuwait is a theater community dedicated to producing and showcasing theatrical performances and bringing the magic of live theater to audiences in the region. Staged in Kuwait offers opportunities for local actors, dancers, singers, and other theater professionals to collaborate and showcase their talent. The group aim to provide high-quality productions that entertain, inspire, and engage audiences, from comedy nights to classic plays and contemporary musicals. Through theatre performances and performance education, Staged in Kuwait contribute to the vibrant and diverse cultural scene in Kuwait. The company’s productions are all the work of volunteers who come together to create memorable and impactful theater experiences. Through their commitment and passion, the Staged in Kuwait membership strive to bring the joy and transformative power of theater to the local community.
Join them June 8th, 9th, 10th, and June 15th, 16th, 17th for a truly special theater event. Twelve weeks of painstaking rehearsals are almost over, and the curtains are about to open. Don’t miss the theater event of the season. Grab your tickets now from www.siktkts.com.
