Singing from Chicago to Lake Benton

The Lake Benton Opera House production of “Chicago” will open on July 29, beginning a run of 10 shows over two weekends. Based on a true story, the musical is the story of Roxie Hart (played by Ashley Vogt of Balaton) and Velma Kelly (Audrey Bloemendaal of Brookings, S.D.), who are being held in the Cook County Jail under suspicion of murder.

The women are defended by Billy Flynn (Adam Madsen of Tyler), who has never lost a case. The show is filled with vaudeville-style tunes such as “All That Jazz,” “Razzle Dazzle” and “Roxie.”

Director Mark Wilmes of Tyler says that fans of the popular movie will recognize the music. “If you are familiar with the movie version, you will hear all those songs plus a couple more,” said Wilmes. “There is something about seeing them performed live, however, that makes them even better.”

Show times are July 29, 30, 31 and Aug. 4, 5, 6 and 7 at 7:30 p.m. and Aug. 1, 7 and 8 at 2 p.m. The afternoon show on

Aug. 7 is a special Senior Citizen Day performance.

For reservations call 507-368-4620 or email your ticket requests to lakebentonoperahouse@gmail.com.

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