Get ready for an exciting collaboration that will have you on the edge of your seat! Chess.com is teaming up with the highly anticipated Broadway revival of the musical CHESS, and it's a move that's sure to spark some serious excitement among chess enthusiasts and theater lovers alike.
But here's where it gets controversial... or at least, a little unexpected. Chess.com is launching exclusive new bots, each inspired by the captivating characters of the show. You can now face off against Freddie Trumper, Anatoly Sergievsky, and Florence Vassy, all while enjoying their unique CHESS-inspired dialogues. It's like stepping into the world of the musical and testing your skills against these iconic figures. Simply head to the Play Computer page, immerse yourself in the show's anthemic songs like 'One Night in Bangkok' or 'Anthem', and see if you can outwit the trio!
The Broadway revival of CHESS is set to begin previews on October 15, 2025, with an official opening on November 16, 2025, at the prestigious Imperial Theatre in New York City. You can grab your tickets now via the official website (https://chessbroadway.com/?utmsource=Chess.com&utmmedium=Partnership&utm_campaign=AnnouncementArticle) and secure your spot to witness this seductive showdown of love, loyalty, and power on a global stage.
This fall, prepare to be captivated by the powerhouse trio of Tony Award® winner Aaron Tveit (Moulin Rouge!), the acclaimed stage and screen star Lea Michele (Funny Girl, Glee), and the breakout talent Nicholas Christopher (Sweeney Todd, Hamilton). As the story unfolds, two of the world's greatest chess players compete for something more than just victory, and the woman caught between them finds herself in a high-stakes battle of desire and devotion.
Featuring a new book by Emmy Award winner Danny Strong (“Dopesick”), with music and lyrics by the Emmy and Tony Award-nominated duo ABBA's Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus, and the Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony Award winner Tim Rice (Evita), this production is based on an idea by Tim Rice himself. The creative team also includes Tony Award winner Michael Mayer (Spring Awakening) as director and Drama Desk Award nominee Lorin Latarro (Waitress) as choreographer, with orchestrations by Anders Eljas and Brian Usifer (Swept Away) and music supervision by Brian Usifer.
So, are you ready to experience this iconic musical like never before? Secure your tickets, challenge our new Chess bots, and join the conversation! We want to hear your thoughts: Is this an innovative collaboration, or does it blur the lines between art and marketing? Let us know in the comments!
