‘Chess’ to Close Early on Broadway, Timed to Lea Michele’s Exit in June

By Rebecca Rubin

Rebecca Rubin

Senior Film and Media Reporter

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“Chess” will close early on Broadway, with the buzzy revival ending its run on June 21.

Although Lea Michele was scheduled to depart the production in late June, the musical had intended to remain on Broadway with Joanna “JoJo” Levesque set to take over the lead role of Florence Vassy through at least September. Instead, the show’s closing date will now coincide with Michele’s exit.

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