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Lea Michele Triumphs in Broadway Revival of Chess

11/24/2025

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Lea Michele (Glee actress) stars in the revival of Chess at the Imperial Theatre.
She made her Broadway debut at age eight.
She discussed the pressure of taking over Funny Girl after personal challenges, including a miscarriage, and revitalized the show.
Now a mother of two, Michele is proud to return to the stage, saying, "My love for what I do was definitely reignited during 'Funny Girl'."

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Story summary

Lea Michele (Glee actress) stars in the revival of Chess at the Imperial Theatre.
She made her Broadway debut at age eight.
She discussed the pressure of taking over Funny Girl after personal challenges, including a miscarriage, and revitalized the show.
Now a mother of two, Michele is proud to return to the stage, saying, "My love for what I do was definitely reignited during 'Funny Girl'."