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Whitney Leavitt Makes Broadway Debut, Earns Standing Ovation!

2/5/2026

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Summary

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Whitney Leavitt, star of "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives," made her Broadway debut as Roxie Hart in Chicago on February 3, 2026.
She received a standing ovation.
Many of her MomTok co-stars, including Mikayla Matthews and Taylor Frankie Paul, attended to support her.
Despite past tensions, the cast appeared united for her performance.
Leavitt will perform in Chicago until March 15.

History

Historical Context

The musical "Chicago," which premiered on Broadway in 1975, is based on a 1926 play by Maurine Dallas Watkins that satirizes crime and celebrity during the Jazz Age. Directed by Bob Fosse, the original production ran for 936 performances, while its 1996 revival became the longest-running American musical in Broadway history, reflecting ongoing societal fascinations with crime and media.

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Story summary

Whitney Leavitt, star of "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives," made her Broadway debut as Roxie Hart in Chicago on February 3, 2026.
She received a standing ovation.
Many of her MomTok co-stars, including Mikayla Matthews and Taylor Frankie Paul, attended to support her.
Despite past tensions, the cast appeared united for her performance.
Leavitt will perform in Chicago until March 15.

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