September 1, 2011

What? A musical about chess? Sort of. Taking place at the height of the Cold War, Chess, The Musical tells the story of American and Russian chess masters meeting in Bangkok for the world championship. Their true rivalry, however, is for the love of one woman.

An “allegory of political intrigue and international conspiracy,” Chess’ soundtrack is by ABBA’s Björn Ulvaeus and Benny Anderson of Mamma Mia! fame, with lyrics by the award-winning Tim Rice. Songs include “One Night in Bangkok,” “You and I,” “Pity the Child,” and many more soon-to-be well-loved hits! Chess comes to Toronto directly from its sell-out tour of the UK, so you can be sure this all-new production will take Toronto by storm.

For tickets, show times and more information, go to www.mirvish.com/shows/chessthemusical.