From Seoul to Broadway: Korean Star Ivy Set To Star in Legendary Musical ‘Chicago’
"Securing a lead role on Broadway is a rare feat for a South Korean musical theater performer. However, pop singer-turned-actress Ivy has reached that milestone after a yearlong audition process.
After completing three video auditions requested by American producers, Ivy was cast as Roxie Hart, the iconic lead character in “Chicago.” To prepare for the role, she is undergoing intensive daily language training to refine her English dialogue and pronunciation for the Broadway stage.
Ivy will perform at New York’s Ambassador Theatre from Aug. 17 to Sept. 6. She joins the cast of “Chicago,” the longest-running American musical in Broadway history and a production that has won six Tony Awards and a Grammy Award.
Although this marks a major international debut, Ivy is no stranger to the character. She portrayed Roxie Hart in South Korea for six seasons between 2012 and 2024, appearing in nearly 600 performances.
“To share my favorite character on Broadway is an absolute honor,” Ivy said, adding that she feels a strong sense of responsibility as she prepares for the production. Her impressive 12-year dedication to the role paved her way to one of the world’s most prestigious theater stages."
J.K. Park Senior Reporter teen/1783312370/1613367793
1. How many auditions did Ivy complete for Broadway?
2. Which lead character does Ivy play in Chicago?
3. For how many seasons did Ivy perform locally?
4. Where will Ivy perform this coming August dates?
1. Should language be a barrier for global actors?
2. Does performing roles repeatedly limit an actor's creativity?
3. How does representing one’s country affect an artist?
4. Is Broadway the ultimate standard for musical performers?
"Securing a lead role on Broadway is a rare feat for a South Korean musical theater performer. However, pop singer-turned-actress Ivy has reached that milestone after a yearlong audition process.
