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Massive rock-opera-musical-romance that uses chess as a metaphor for romantic rivalry

First published on 18 Jun 2012. Updated on 27 Aug 2012.

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Inspired by the famous Bobby Fischer-Boris Spassky match of 1972. With lyrics by Tim Rice (Jesus Christ Superstar, The Lion King) and music by ABBA’s Björn Ulvaeus and Benny Andersson (Mamma Mia!), Chess the musical is home to the hits 'I Know Him So Well', 'One Night In Bangkok', 'Where I Want to Be' and 'Anthem'.

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The Arts Centre

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State Theatre
100 St Kilda Rd

Melbourne 3004

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Nearby Stations: Flinders St

Telephone 1300 182 183

Price from $45.00 to $105.00

Date 18 Aug 2012-26 Aug 2012

Open Tue 6.30pm; Wed-Fri 7.30pm; Sat 2pm & 7.30pm; Sun 3pm

Director: Gale Edwards

Cast: Sylvie Paladino, Martin Crewes, Simon Gleeson, Bobby Fox

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