The Cold War comes alive in this compelling musical about a politically charged chess tournament between an American and Soviet grandmaster. Set against a backdrop of 1980s geopolitical intrigue, the story follows the high-stakes game alongside a complex love triangle involving an arrogant American champion, a defecting Soviet player, and a woman torn between them. With a soaring rock score by ABBA’s Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus and lyrics by Tim Rice, Chess explores themes of love, loyalty, and sacrifice through unforgettable songs like “One Night in Bangkok” and “I Know Him So Well.”