Reece Weaver’s Broadway debut has officially marked a new chapter for the former Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader. The professional dancer stepped onto the stage as Roxie Hart in Chicago on September 7, bringing her journey from the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders to Broadway full circle.
Weaver’s six-week engagement at New York City’s Ambassador Theatre runs through October 18, 2026. The role comes only months after she announced her retirement from the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders following three seasons with the squad.
Now, her former teammates and members of the Cowboys organization are preparing to support her during this major career milestone.
Reece Weaver’s Broadway Debut Begins a New Chapter
Weaver made her Broadway debut as Roxie Hart in the long-running musical Chicago on September 7.
The casting was announced in August, shortly after Weaver’s retirement from the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders became part of the third season of Netflix’s America’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders.
Her Broadway role is a natural continuation of her background in performance. Weaver studied dance at the University of Alabama and previously performed with the university’s dance team before joining the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders as part of the 2023 rookie class. She spent three seasons with the squad.
For Weaver, however, Broadway represents more than another performance opportunity. It fulfills a long-held ambition to perform on one of the world’s most recognized theater stages.
DCC Teammates Plan to Watch Reece Weaver Perform
Weaver’s connection with the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders has not ended with her retirement.
In an interview with E! News, she explained that several people from the Cowboys community are expected to attend her Broadway performances. That group includes members of the team community, as well as players’ partners, coaches and staff.
The support is especially meaningful because Weaver spent three seasons building close relationships within the DCC organization.
Her former teammates also have a natural connection to Chicago. As dancers and performers themselves, many are familiar with the musical’s choreography and well-known songs.
That shared performance background makes the Broadway experience particularly personal for Weaver and her former teammates.
Why Chicago Is a Meaningful Choice for Weaver
Weaver’s transition from professional cheerleading to Chicago may seem unexpected, but the two worlds share an important foundation: dance.
Chicago follows Roxie Hart, a woman who becomes a media sensation after committing murder and attempting to turn her criminal case into a path toward fame. The musical combines dance, music, comedy and drama in its exploration of celebrity and publicity.
The Broadway production is based on the musical by John Kander, Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse. It is also the longest-running American musical in Broadway history.
Weaver’s experience as a professional dancer gives her a strong foundation for the physically demanding role.
At the same time, taking on Roxie requires more than choreography. The role calls for singing, acting and a different kind of stage performance than the highly synchronized environment of professional cheerleading.
Reece Weaver’s Journey From DCC to Broadway
Weaver became widely recognized through Netflix’s America’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders. Her rookie season coincided with the beginning of the series, making her one of the performers closely associated with the show’s story from its early days.
After three seasons, however, Weaver decided to leave the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders.
Netflix’s Tudum previously reported that her retirement came with uncertainty about what would happen next. That uncertainty did not last long.
Her Broadway opportunity arrived as she began a completely different professional chapter.
The transition has allowed Weaver to continue performing while moving beyond the familiar DCC environment.
A Six-Week Broadway Run
Weaver’s engagement as Roxie Hart is scheduled to continue through October 18, 2026.
She joined a production that already has a major place in Broadway history. Chicago is celebrating its 30th anniversary this fall and remains one of the defining long-running musicals on Broadway.
The production currently plays at the Ambassador Theatre in New York City.
For Weaver, the limited run provides an opportunity to introduce herself to Broadway audiences while drawing on the performance skills she developed through years of dance and cheerleading.
What Comes Next for Reece Weaver?
The Broadway role is not the only major project on Weaver’s calendar.
She is also preparing for the release of her upcoming book, This Is Where You Bloom: Let Go of Comparison, Stop Chasing Perfection, and Start Living on Purpose. The book is scheduled for release on May 11, 2027, through Zondervan.
The project reflects another side of Weaver’s career beyond dance and television.
For now, though, her attention is on Broadway and her portrayal of Roxie Hart.
Her journey from the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders to Chicago demonstrates how quickly a career can change after taking a major leap. With her former teammates continuing to support her, Weaver’s Broadway chapter is becoming an important part of her story.
7. FAQs
Who is Reece Weaver?
Reece Weaver is a professional dancer and former Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader who became known to a wider audience through Netflix’s America’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders. She joined the DCC in 2023 and performed with the squad for three seasons.
When did Reece Weaver make her Broadway debut?
Reece Weaver made her Broadway debut on September 7, 2026, playing Roxie Hart in Chicago at the Ambassador Theatre in New York City.
How long will Reece Weaver be in Chicago?
Weaver’s Broadway engagement is scheduled to run for six weeks, from September 7 through October 18, 2026.
Are Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders supporting Reece Weaver?
Yes. Weaver has said that several people from the Cowboys community and her former cheerleading circle plan to attend her Broadway performances and support her new career chapter.
What is Reece Weaver doing after Chicago?
Weaver has an upcoming book titled This Is Where You Bloom, which is scheduled for release on May 11, 2027.