‘Secret Lives Star Whitney Leavitt Debuts on Broadway in Chicago’
Whitney Leavitt, renowned for her role in The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives and a semi-finalist on Dancing With The Stars, is set to make her Broadway debut. She will portray Roxie Hart in the acclaimed revival of Chicago, as announced on her Instagram Monday.
Broadway Debut Details
Leavitt’s performance will begin on February 2, 2026, at the Ambassador Theatre. She will have a limited engagement, concluding on March 15, 2026. This marks her first professional role in theater.
About Whitney Leavitt
Based in Utah, Leavitt is a mother of three and enjoys a strong social media presence, boasting over four million followers. Her content often features dance videos, along with family-centric comedy and lifestyle themes. Recently, on Dancing With The Stars, she paid homage to Chicago, dancing the Argentine tango to the show’s famous “Cell Block Tango.”
Current Cast of Chicago
The ongoing production of Chicago showcases an impressive cast:
- Kate Baldwin as Roxie Hart
- Sophie Carmen-Jones as Velma Kelly
- Tam Mutu as Billy Flynn
- Alex Newell as Matron “Mama” Morton
- Raymond Bokhour as Amos Hart
- R. Lowe as Mary Sunshine
Creative Team Behind Chicago
The musical, originally with a book by Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse, features music by John Kander and lyrics by Ebb. Walter Bobbie directs the show, while Ann Reinking is responsible for the choreography.
Award-Winning Production
Chicago has received numerous accolades, winning six Tony Awards, including Best Musical Revival. The production also secured a Grammy Award for Best Musical Cast Recording.
Chicago in Film
This celebrated musical was adapted into a film in 2002. It starred Catherine Zeta-Jones, Renée Zellweger, Richard Gere, Taye Diggs, Christine Baranski, and Queen Latifah. The film received six Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Supporting Actress for Zeta-Jones.
