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Chess - The Musical

Name: Chess - The Musical
Start: 2026-01-07T19:30:00+0000
Location: Imperial Theatre - NY

January 7, 2026 7:30 pm

Imperial Theatre - NY
249 W. 45th St., New York, NY 10036

Witness the epic battle of chess champions as the Imperial Theatre in New York City hosts the Broadway musical adaptation of the classic game. Immerse yourself in the high-stakes drama, political intrigue, and passionate romances that unfold on stage.

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Why We Like It

This Tony-nominated musical features a sweeping score by Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus of ABBA fame.
The production boasts stunning visuals, including a giant chessboard that transforms the stage.
Explore the human stories behind the game of chess, from the players' personal struggles to the global tensions that shape their rivalries.

Who Should Attend

Chess fans, musical theater enthusiasts, and anyone captivated by stories of strategy, ambition, and the human drama that unfolds on the world stage will find this event deeply engaging.

In the Spotlight

Chess - The Musical

The Broadway adaptation of the classic game of chess, featuring a sweeping score by ABBA's Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus.

Freddie Trumper

An American chess grandmaster and the reigning world champion, known for his brash personality and intense rivalries on the chessboard.

Anatoly Sergievsky

A Soviet chess grandmaster and former world champion, who defects to the West during the height of the Cold War.

About the Venue

Imperial Theatre

A historic Broadway theater in the heart of New York City, the Imperial Theatre has been a premier venue for musical productions since 1923, known for its stunning Art Deco architecture and excellent sightlines.