"Chess," a hot new musical set during the Cold War focuses on the rivalry between an American and a Russian chess champion, which becomes a backdrop for a love triangle involving a woman caught between them. 

The story uses the chess championship as a metaphor for international politics and espionage, following the characters from tournaments in Italy and Bangkok to the defection of the Russian player. The musical explores themes of rivalry, love, personal sacrifice, and the manipulation of individuals in a high-stakes political game, with significant plot variations between the London and Broadway productions.  

This powerful tale features Aaron Tveit, Lea Michele and Nicholas Christopher in this seductive showdown of love, loyalty and power.

• Round-trip motorcoach transportation

• Front mezzanine seating

PICKUPS

7 a.m. -Wyoming Valley Mall
7:30 a.m. - Green Ridge Plaza
8:30 a.m. – Delaware Water Gap

There is no charge to park your car at the Wyoming Valley Mall, Wilkes-Barre Township, or the Green Ridge Plaza, Scranton. Pickup at the Wyoming Valley Mall is in the area of the Ken Pollock Service Center, site of the former Sears service center. Passengers boarding at Green Ridge Plaza should park at the end of the shopping center near Planet Fitness but as far from the door as possible.

ITINERARY

10:30-11 a.m. – Estimated arrival in New York City with dropoff at 48th Street & 6th Avenue in the theater district
2-4:40 p.m. – “Chess," Imperial Theatre, 249 W. 45th St., New York

7:15 p.m. - Depart New York City at 48th Street & 6th Avenue in the theater district

This show contains adult themes and political intrigue and may be considered challenging for younger children. It is recommended for ages 13 and older.

DROPOFFS

9:15 p.m. – Delaware Water Gap
10:15 p.m. – Green Ridge Plaza
10:45 p.m. – Wyoming Valley Mall

All tour itineraries are subject to change. Martz reserves the right to revise the itinerary and make substitutions of equal value.

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CANCELLATIONS

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·          If it becomes necessary for Martz Travel to cancel a tour, you will receive a full refund with the option of receiving a refund in the form of a gift certificate that may be redeemed for a future Martz Tour.

PAYMENT 

Payment for all day trips must be made in full at the time of booking.

MEALS

You are on your own for your meals while in New York City. It is suggested that you make dinner reservations beforehand. For a list of restaurants in the theater district, click here.

ACCESSIBILITY

If you require special assistance getting on or off the bus, please make note of it in the Comments section when making your reservation.

WALKABILITY

You are responsible for getting around New York City throughout the day. There is an abundance of public transportation methods.

BUS SEATING

While we try our best to accommodate all requests, we cannot guarantee you will be assigned the seat of your choice. If you have a preference, please make note of it in the Comments section when booking your trip. Since we are committed to meeting the specific health and mobility needs of our passengers, the seating arrangements may change before our departure date.