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Lea Michele Departs Broadway's 'Chess'
20 Mar
Summary
- Lea Michele leaves her role in the musical Chess.
- Her departure follows a successful run as a box office draw.
- The musical's future continues with a new ticket block on sale.
Lea Michele has concluded her role in the Broadway musical 'Chess,' leaving the production after its November opening at the Imperial Theatre. A replacement for her character, Florence Vassy, will be announced soon, as a new block of tickets is scheduled for sale next week, suggesting the show's continuation.
Michele's performances as Vassy, a character caught between an American chess prodigy and a Russian grandmaster, have been significant. She previously returned to Broadway in 'Funny' and is known for her role in 'Spring Awakening' and the TV series 'Glee.'
During her tenure in 'Chess,' Michele proved to be a consistent box office draw. Her absence for several performances in February reportedly led to an $802,675 drop in grosses. Michele departs just two weeks following the 2026 Tony Awards ceremony, where 'Chess' may be a contender in various categories. The reason for her departure was not specified.
