Usher is to take the lead role in the Broadway production of Chicago, which is strange, because I'm pretty sure all the 'lead roles' in Chicago are played by women, but I guess that means he'll be playing main male role Billy Flynn, the one played by Richard Gere in the movie.
In a statement on the new stage role, Usher said (possibly sang, I don't know, after all we're in musical world here) the following: "This is a very exciting time in my career. I have always admired Broadway actors for their showmanship, dedication and focus that goes into performing live on stage every night. Being on Broadway allows you to connect to audiences in a whole new way that's different from music and movies. When they asked me to play Billy Flynn in 'Chicago' I jumped at the chance to be a part of such an amazing production."