By Scottie Andrew, CNN “Chicago” is Broadway’s longest-running revival — and even after more than 25 years, the production is still making history. Next month, the leading role of fame-hungry murderess Roxie Hart will be played by Angelica Ross, the production announced Thursday.
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Angelica Ross will be the first trans lead in 'Chicago' on Broadway
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Angelica Ross is first trans actress to play Roxie Hart in Chicago
By Scottie Andrew, CNN “Chicago” is Broadway’s longest-running revival — and even after more than 25 years, the production is still making history. Next month, the leading role of fame-hungry murderess Roxie Hart will be played by Angelica Ross, the production announced Thursday.
"Pose" star Angelica Ross is set to make her Broadway debut in "Chicago" this fall, becoming the first openly transgender actor to play the murderous vixen Roxie Hart in the long-running musical.
Angelica Ross is set to become the first transgender actress to play Roxie Hart in 'Chicago', when she takes on the role for eight weeks from September 12.
