ABOUT THE SHOW
Prepare to see a story of murder, greed, corruption, violence, exploitation, adultery and treachery, all those things we hold near and dear to our hearts in this extraordinary Kander and Ebb musical.
Chicago (High School Edition) is a specially adapted version of this classic musical that maintains the plot, score and Fosse styled choreography, but is specially adapted to make it more appropriate for both young and old audience members to enjoy. Set in the 1920’s and telling the stories of vaudevillians Roxie Hart and Velma Kelly, both charged with murder, it takes us to clubs, to prison and the five merry murderesses, to celebrity and ultimately freedom.
These celebrity criminals manipulate the press who, in turn, manipulate the public. It is almost impossible to find the truth in this chain. In our current world of influencers becoming celebrities and being famous for just being famous, the themes of this show have never been so resonant.
The show is full of all the famous upbeat toe-tapping hit songs we know and love including “All That Jazz”, “Cell Block Tango”, “When You’re Good to Mama”, “Mister Cellophane” and “Razzle Dazzle”.
Chicago: High School Edition is not to be missed!
SHOW PROGRAM
MEET THE CAST
We are thrilled to introduce you to the talented and dedicated students of Mercedes College who make up the cast of Chicago: High School Edition. Over 70 students have poured their hearts and souls into rehearsing and perfecting their performances as they prepare to bring it to the Regal stage.
We are also excited to have a few boys from outside the College joining us in the male roles, bringing even more talent to our production. We can’t wait for you to see the incredible performances that these students have worked so hard to bring to life on stage. Follow us on TikTok and Facebook and prepare to be amazed!
@mercedescollegepresents And now, the Merry Murderesses of the Cook County Jail, in their rendition of “come see Chicago: High School Edition!” #fourweekstogo #chicagohighschooledition #regaltheatre #perth #pertharts #musicaltheatre #theatrekids ♬ original sound – Mercedes College Presents
GETTING HERE
DRIVING
There are multiple carparks available around the Regal Theatre, and all City of Subiaco carparks are free on weekends and after 5pm. Consult the map for more information.
TAXI RANKS
Taxi ranks are conveniently located on Rokeby Road (across the street from the theatre), as well as on Hay Street outside the Subiaco Hotel.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
The Subiaco train station is a two-minute walk from the theatre, and the 28 and 97 bus routes depart from stops on Rokeby Road and Hay Street, outside the theatre.
About Mercedes College
Mercedes College is a Catholic Year 7 to 12 school specialising in girls’ education. Empowering every young woman to develop her strengths and prepare her for life beyond school, the College provides the ideal environment for our students’ academic, social and emotional development in an evolving world context.
Founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1846, Mercedes offers young women an outstanding Catholic education based on the Mercy values of compassion, justice, excellence, integrity and service.
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