Madam Secretary's Erich Bergen Sets His Broadway Return, Will Play Billy Flynn in 'Chicago'

Erich Bergen will be back on Broadway this summer!

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The Madam Secretary actor will be playing the iconic role of Billy Flynn in the long-running musical Chicago.

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Erich is no stranger to Broadway after playing Dr. Pomatter during multiple stints in the musical Waitress.

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He also starred in the film version of the Tony-winning musical Jersey Boys.

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Chicago is currently celebrating its 25th year on Broadway and Erich will be joining the cast on August 1 for a limited run through September 11.

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Erich jokingly wrote on Instagram, “I was told I was playing Roxie but I can work with this. #broadway.”

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