LOOK: Gotham FC forward Midge Purce makes Broadway debut in ‘Chicago’ during NWSL season

Gotham FC ahead MIDGE PURCE Takes a short break from the field to the star on Broadway. On Thursday, the Gotham FC star yielded the opening monologue of the Broadway production Chicago In addition to supermodel Ashley Graham and Broadway star Sophie Carmen-Jones.

Purce played the role of Roxie Hart in the Broadway show. The Tony Award-Winning Show brought Purce on board to promote the Broadway Night match of Gotham FC, which is planned for 16 May against San Diego Waves FC.

“It is an incredible honor to board the Broadway stage in Chicago,” said Purce press release Prior to the lead role in production. “I have always poured my heart in everything I do, and this is no different. Performing in a show with so much inheritance and strength is something that I take seriously – and I could no longer be excited to embrace this challenge and celebrate the magic of live performance.”

This is the first time that Gotham FC will organize a Broadway evening, which will emphasize the popular production industry of the New York City Theater. Honor Blue Savage, who played in the off -roadway production JoyWill sing the national anthem, and the half -time show will contain Broadway entertainment.

Purce has been playing for Gotham FC since 2020 and led the franchise to his first NWSL championship in 2023. He even earned MVP subjessions in the championship match.

In the past, Purce has also served as a guest commentator during NWSL games for CBS.