DWTS Pro Ballas Returns to Broadway's Chicago

Mark Ballas, a celebrated "Dancing with the Stars" professional, is making a highly anticipated return to Broadway in the hit musical "Chicago." His engagement is scheduled to begin on April 6, where he will portray the character of Billy Flynn. This return marks a special reunion for Ballas, as he will be sharing the stage with Whitney Leavitt, who played Roxie Hart. Leavitt was Ballas's dancing partner during the most recent season of "Dancing with the Stars."

For Ballas, this Broadway engagement represents a profound full-circle moment. He revealed that one of his earliest professional auditions was for "Chicago" in London's West End when he was just 18 years old. Despite reaching the final callbacks, he was deemed too short for the role at that time. Ballas, who has prior Broadway experience in "Jersey Boys" and "Kinky Boots," expressed his excitement about working with Leavitt again, noting their strong chemistry.

Ballas has a deep personal connection to "Chicago," having grown up with its music and seen the stage production upwards of 30 times. His admiration for legendary choreographer Bob Fosse, whose distinct style influences "Chicago," is well-documented. He is eager to embody a role previously played by notable actors, embracing the legacy of the production.