“CHICAGO,” presented by the FSCJ
Artist Series, returns to Jacksonville’s Times-Union Center for a limited
engagement of six performances. Broadway's record-breaking 1997 Tony
Award-Winning musical, and a Grammy Award for Best Musical Cast
Recording. Produced by Barry and Fran Weissler, CHICAGO
is the smash winner of six Tony Awards including - Best Musical Revival. CHICAGO is back in town and it’s pure entertainment! With a legendary book by Fred Ebb and Bob
Fosse, music by John Kander with lyrics by Fred
Ebb, CHICAGO is now the #1 longest-running American musical
in Broadway history –
and it still shows no sign of ever slowing down!
Set amidst the razzle-dazzle decadence of the 1920s, CHICAGO is the
story of Roxie Hart, a housewife and nightclub dancer who maliciously murders
her on-the-side lover after he threatens to walk out on her. Desperate to avoid
conviction, she dupes the public, the media and her rival cellmate, Velma
Kelly, by hiring Chicago’s slickest criminal lawyer to transform her malicious
crime into a barrage of sensational headlines, the likes of which might just as
easily be ripped from today’s tabloids.
The national tour is directed by David Hyslop and choreographed by David
Bushman. Walter
Bobbie is the
director of the original New York Production and Ann Reinking was
the original choreographer in the style of Bob Fosse. CHICAGO features
set design by John Lee Beatty, costume design by William Ivey Long,
lighting design by Ken Billington and sound design by Scott Lehrer. The production also features orchestrations by Ralph
Burns, supervising music direction by Rob Fisher.
CHICAGO is a production not to be missed, and all the reviewers
agree. Time Magazine calls it “A Triumph,” Newsweek raves “Smashing” and Entertainment Weekly sums it
up by calling CHICAGO “Broadway’s Most Electrifying Show.”
“CHICAGO”
DATES:
TIMES:
Thurs., May 17 7:30 p.m.
Fri., May 18 8 p.m.
Sat., May 19 2 p.m.
Sat., May 19 8 p.m.
Sun., May 20 1:30 p.m.
Sun., May 20 7 p.m.
LOCATION: Times
Union Center Performing Arts
Moran Theater
300
West Water St.
Jacksonville, FL 32202
TICKETS: start at $40 plus applicable fees, and may be purchased online at FSCJ
Artist Series, sponsored by VyStar
Credit Union (the official presenter of the Jacksonville show), or by calling (904) 632-5000 between 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday –
Friday. Discounts for groups of 10+ may
be available by calling (904) 632-5050.
The FSCJ Artist Series
is partnering with The Candy Apple Café and Cocktails to bring you a CHICAGO Brunch! Your $100 ticket includes:
• Brunch from a limited menu at The Candy Apple Café
• The exclusive Chicago themed cocktail ‘Razzle Dazzle’ (or a drink of choice)
• A ticket to the Sunday Matinee of Chicago at the Times Union Center on May
20, 2018
• Tax and gratuity for your brunch.
Update September 7, 2017: Due to the impending hurricane, the 2017/18 Kick off event has been cancelled. Please contact the FSCJ Artist Series (904) 632-5000 if you have any questions.
The FSCJ Artist Series, sponsored by VyStar Credit Union,
will kick off the 17/18 Broadway in Jacksonville
season with its 20th annual Open House at the Times-Union Center. This event will be a perfect evening for
families and art lovers in Jacksonville as the Artist Series announces the
entire lineup for the upcoming season. Doors
will open to the public at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, September 13, 2017.
The event will include: a complimentary wine tasting, live music from The Chris
Thomas Band and a special sneak peek at the upcoming season with a performance
by a member of the CIRQUE DREAMS cast as well as a surprise guest performer! Local food trucks What’s the Catch and NitrogenCreamery will be onsite serving up delicious eats and treats for purchase. Attendees will have the opportunity to
register to win a trip for two to New York City, including: 2 tickets to
Disney’s The Lion King on Broadway, hotel and airfare. Details will be available at the point of
registration. WJXT’s Bruce Hamilton will
host the event as the FSCJ Artist Series Kicks Off the Broadway Season!
The theater will also be open to the public to allow attendees to test drive
seats available for subscription for the upcoming season. The FSCJ Artist Series will have staff on hand
to answer any questions about subscribing to the shows of the season. Attendees will also be able to purchase any
available seat for subscription during the event.
The first 100 people to RSVP to artistseries2@fscj.edu
today, receive a free gift courtesy of Disney’s The Lion King when they arrive
at the event. (Gift must be picked up at
the event!). Complimentary parking for
the first 100 attendees of the Broadway Season Kick Off will be provided by LAZ
at the Enterprise Parking Garage. Attendees can park in the garage and stop by
the FSCJ Artist Series Box Office to receive a parking ticket before leaving
the Times-Union Center. Current Broadway
season subscribers will be able to pick up their season tickets, exchange their
tickets, buy single tickets for family and friends, and “test drive” their
seats during the event.
The FSCJ Artist Series’ 17/18 Broadway in Jacksonville Season, sponsored by
VyStar Credit Union, features: Rodgers + Hammersteins THE SOUND OF MUSIC (October
31-November 5); DISNEY’S THE LION KING (January 31-February 11); BEAUTIFUL, The
Carole King Musical (April 10-15); and CHICAGO (May 17-20).
About the FSCJ Artist Series:The FSCJ Artist Series is Jacksonville’s major
presenter of national and international touring productions. Celebrating its 52nd
season in 2017-18, the FSCJ Artist Series enhances the entertainment scene in
Northeast Florida with Broadway productions, concerts, ballets, operas, dance
productions, school performances, and variety shows. Serving as a
fundraising arm of Florida State College at Jacksonville Foundation, Inc.,
(501-c3), the FSCJ Artist Series supports the performing arts projects of the
Series and Foundation. “Like” the FSCJ Artist Series
Facebook page for show announcements, ticket on-sale dates, show photos,
video teasers, cast interviews, and more!
Broadway in Jacksonville
Pick your seat
Date: Wed., Sept. 13, 2017
Time: 4 p.m.
LOCATION: Times Union
Center Performing Arts
Moran Theater
300 West Water St.
Jacksonville, FL 32202
The FSCJ Artist Series, sponsored by Vystar Credit Union, is thrilled to
announce the 2017-18 Broadway in Jacksonville season, filled with award-winning
blockbusters and family favorites. Next season’s lineup will feature Broadway
in Jacksonville’s debut of Tony and Grammy Award®-winning BEAUTIFUL– The Carole
King Musical along with the Tony Award®-winning audience favorites Rodgers
& Hammerstein’s THE SOUND OF MUSIC, Disney’s THE LION KING, and CHICAGO.
All performances will be at the Times-Union Center.
“I am pleased to announce our 2017-18 Broadway in Jacksonville Season – our
52nd year of presenting outstanding entertainment on the First Coast,” said Dr.
Milt Russos, executive director of the FSCJ Artist Series. “It will be a season
of Tony Award®-winning blockbusters with three productions currently on
Broadway.”
He further stated, “Disney’s The Lion King is an amazing and stunning show that
the entire family will enjoy. I am very
enthusiastic about Beautiful, The Carol King Musical. It is well written and
provides so much insight into one of America’s songwriting icons. The Sound of
Music is breaking records on its national tour and Chicago, continues to
entertain audiences worldwide.”
Four-Show Broadway Subscription:
The Sound Of Music October 31-November 5, 2017
Disney’s THE LION KING January 31- February 11, 2018
BEAUTIFUL–The Carole King Musical April 10-15, 2018
CHICAGO May 17-20, 2018
The Sound of Music - The beloved musical story of Maria and the von Trapp
Family will once again thrill audiences with its Tony®, Grammy® and Academy
Award®-winning Best Score, including “My Favorite Things,” “Edelweiss” and the
title song, “The Sound of Music.”
Disney’s THE LION KING - More than 90 million people around the world have
experienced the phenomenon of Disney’s THE LION KING, and now you can, too.
Winner of six Tony Awards, including Best Musical, this landmark musical event
brings together one of the most imaginative creative teams on Broadway. Tony Award-winning director Julie Taymor
brings to life a story filled with hope and adventure set against an amazing
backdrop of stunning visuals. THE LION
KING also features some of Broadway’s most recognizable music, crafted by Tony
Award-winning artists Elton John and Tim Rice.
There is simply nothing else like THE LION KING.
Beautiful - The Carole King Musical tells the inspiring true story of King’ s
remarkable rise to stardom, from being part of a hit songwriting team with her
husband Gerry Goffin, to her relationship with fellow writers and best friends
Cynthia Weil and Barry Mann, to becoming one of the most successful solo acts
in popular music history. Along the way, she made more than beautiful music,
she wrote the soundtrack to a generation.
Chicago is the longest running American musical and shows no sign of ever
slowing down! Chicago is the winner of six 1997 Tony Awards including Best
Musical Revival and the Grammy Award for Best Musical Cast Recording. Set
amidst the razzle-dazzle decadence of the 1920s, Chicago is the story of Roxie
Hart, a housewife and nightclub dancer who maliciously murders her on-the-side
lover after he threatens to walk out on her. Desperate to avoid conviction, she
dupes the public, the media and her rival cellmate, Velma Kelly, by hiring
Chicago’s slickest criminal lawyer to transform her malicious crime into a
barrage of sensational headlines, the likes of which might just as easily be
ripped from today’s tabloids. The story
is a satire on corruption in the administration of criminal justice and the
concept of the “celebrity criminal.” Chicago is produced by the Tony Award
producing team Barry and Fran Weissler with a legendary book by Fred Ebb and
Bob Fosse, music by John Kander and lyrics by Fred Ebb.
Season tickets to the FSCJ Artist Series’ 2017-18 Broadway in Jacksonville
Season, sponsored by Vystar Credit Union, are on sale now with four-show
package prices starting at just $152. Season ticket prices vary depending on
the show time, day of the week and seating location. A renewal brochure and invoice has been
mailed to current FSCJ Artist Series subscribers and should arrive within the
week.
Current subscribers can renew online with no seat changes at
www.fscjartistseries.org, or by calling (904) 442-2929 or (888) 860-BWAY,
Monday through Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Current subscribers may also mail their
invoices to the FSCJ Artist Series Box Office, 501 W. State Street, #109,
Jacksonville, FL 32202. Upon renewing, current subscribers have the opportunity
to request changes to their seating location. In addition, current subscribers
who renew before May 8, 2017 will be rewarded for their loyalty and continued
support with an additional savings of $10 off per season ticket subscription
they renew.
New subscribers can order their season tickets to reserve their seat now for
all four shows long before single tickets are available to the public. New
subscriptions may be ordered online at fscjartistseries.org, or over the phone
by calling (904) 442-2929 or (888) 860-BWAY, Monday through Friday, 10 a.m.-5
p.m.
Subscriber benefits include: guaranteed package pricing, access to the best
seats in the house, priority access to purchase additional tickets for friends
and family, seat locations, exchange privileges, free lost ticket replacement,
access to other FSCJ Artist Series events- many at a discount.
VIP Seating is available to contributors to the FSCJ Artist Series at five
levels: Angel, Producer, Benefactor, Patron and Donor. Donor contributions start for as little as
$150. Call (904) 442-2929 or visit fscjartistseries.org to learn more about the
additional benefits available through the VIP Theater Club.
Groups of 10 or more are eligible to a discount on tickets to most shows. To receive the best pricing, reserve your
group tickets before June 7, 2017.
Groups may begin placing reservation requests at this time by calling
(904) 442-2947 or emailing groupsales@fscjartistseries.org.
Performances for the FSCJ Artist Series’ 2017-18 Broadway in Jacksonville
Season are Tuesdays through Thursdays at 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday
evenings at 8 p.m., Saturday afternoons at 2 p.m. and Sundays at 1:30 p.m. and
7 p.m. CHICAGO will have an alternate performance schedule beginning Thursday
through Sunday for six performances. Tuesday and Wednesday evening subscribers
will be given the opportunity to choose to attend any performance of CHICAGO at
no additional cost. Although we will
make every effort to secure comparable seating for these subscribers, seating
will be subject to availability and comparable seating cannot be guaranteed.
