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My name is Roman Castillo Jr. I live in Austin, Texas, a relatively liberal community. I am a big fan of Chicago the Musical. I have seen the show 35 times (the first one being on St. Patrick's Day 2011) and one concert version in 2019 in Dallas. When I first visited NYC in 2006, I really didn't give Chicago much of a thought. Once I saw it on March 17, 2011, I was hooked. At the stage door, I met Ryan Lowe, Jason Patrick Sands and Leigh Zimmerman (Velma Kelly). Over the years, I have met many of the Chicago cast members at the stage door: Bianca Marroquin, Terra C, Dylis Croman, Jennifer Fouche and so many others. I got a chance to visit backstage at the Ambassador Theatre due to the kindness of Jason Patrick Sands. I had a chance to meet Charlotte D'Amboise inside the theatre as well. I have often wondered if the cast members are aware of this thread about the show. When I see Chicago, I always try to get a seat on the first row. I have met several Broadway legends over the years: Angela Lansbury and Marian Seldes (2007), Chita Rivera (2015) and also Judith Light. I love New York City and Broadway.
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Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread Feb 13
2025, 07:17:13 PM
I found this video of Rema Webb singing "As If We Never Said Goodbye" from "Sunset Boulevard". So lovely! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4oIAPzbkbdk
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Broadway Grosses: Week Ending 2/9/25 Feb 11
2025, 12:45:56 PM
Most of these numbers are good, during the wintertime. I was just thinking about daily grosses for shows. I imagine they are available, but not for public consumption. It would be interesting to see that, but that's not about to happen.
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Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread Feb 8
2025, 10:51:19 PM
It's interesting to see that the show currently has four Velma Kelly understudies: Christine Cornish, Mary Claire King, Kristen Faith Oei and Mikayla Renfrow. https://playbill.com/personlistpage/person-list?production=00000150-aea2-d936-a7fd-eef6db350002&type=cp#cc
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Elaine Stritch’s 100th Birthday! Feb 2
2025, 09:32:59 PM

In 2008, I attended a concert at the Austin Cabaret Theatre. Elaine Stritch performed so magnificently and with such energy! On the right is Austin Cabaret Theatre director Stuart Moulton. I took this picture of her, but was too scared to ask for an autograph or to take a picture with her.
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Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread Jan 31
2025, 08:05:59 PM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e4bi87iiTZQ An interview with Sophie Carmen Jones. I am not familiar with her so this video is very helpful.
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Broadway Grosses: Week Ending 1/26/25 Jan 28
2025, 06:19:53 PM
Wow, Chicago's numbers are impressive. Erika Jayne seems to be attracting audiences to the Ambassador.
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BOOP, BOOP, FIZZ Jan 24
2025, 04:59:24 PM
The show hasn't even started and already the Debbie Downers are out there. Let the show begin!
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On This Date: January 21 Jan 21
2025, 10:22:48 AM
from Playbill.com
Celebrating birthdays are: Donna Lynne Champlin , Robbie Benson and Davis Gaines
A Soldier's Play opened in 2020
Present Laughter opened in 2010
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Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread Jan 21
2025, 09:56:37 AM
https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Video-Erika-Jayne-Takes-First-Bows-in-Return-to-CHICAGO-20250121 John Michael Fiumara (Fred Casely) is very easy on the eyes!
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Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread Jan 20
2025, 07:25:43 AM
I still think there should be a "Search for Velma", much like the Roxie contest from several years back. Also, it has been a very long time since there has been a celebrity Velma. One of my favorite Billy Flynns is Jason Danieley.
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Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread Jan 12
2025, 09:13:34 PM
I was taking a looksey at Telecharge. This is what I found for Chicago:
Bianca Marroquin (Roxie Hart): thru January 19th.
Erika Jayne (Roxie Hart) : Jan. 20-Feb. 9
Kimberly Marable (Velma Kelly): thru Feb. 9
Max Von Essen (Billy Flynn): thru Feb. 23
Natasha Williams (Matron Mama Morton): thru Jan. 17
Nakiya Peterkin (Matron Mama Morton): Jan. 20 -- Feb. 23
Greg Hildreth (Amos Hart)
R. Lowe (Mary Sunshine): thru March 30th

Nakiya Peterkin
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Patti LuPone Learns "The Music and the Mirror" Jan 9
2025, 07:07:12 PM
Well, Sean McManus lovingly interprets/Patti LuPone with "Music and the Mirror". On hand is Jessica Lee Goldyn to guide Patti/Sean through the choreography. It was wonderfully done. https://www.instagram.com/reel/DEn5F15PQ-O/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
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Performances in LA cancelled due to fires Jeremy Jordan, Wicked, etc.. Jan 8
2025, 08:59:51 PM
Stay safe and take care during this difficult time for you.
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Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread Jan 8
2025, 08:48:11 PM
https://www.instagram.com/p/DEkVdDFuE2g/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link Christine Cornish is back as Hunyak for a short while.
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Congestion pricing will destroy broadway Jan 5
2025, 02:57:10 PM
As a tourist, how would my taxi fare be affected? I used to take Supershuttle, but would have to wait too long to get to my hotel. I prefer taking a taxi from La Guardia to a hotel in Midtown. Considering how much I have to shell out for my airfare, hotel and theatre tickets, I can deal with a $15 charge. BTW, I hope to visit NYC sometime in mid March, so I can see "Smash".
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Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread Jan 1
2025, 07:15:40 AM
https://www.broadway.com/photos/gallery/1242/backstage-at-chicago-2024/132159/ Some backstage photos with the cast of Chicago (courtesy of Broadway.com).
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Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread Dec 30
2024, 09:13:05 PM
Kimberly Marable will continue as Velma Kelly until February 9, 2025.
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Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread Dec 29
2024, 10:44:22 PM

I was taking a look at the Chicago the Musical website and came upon this new cast member by the name of Tia Altinay (covering the role of Mona). She began with the show on November 11th. I also noticed that Drew Nellessen is now listed as an understudy for the role of Amos Hart.
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Merry Christmas! Happy Hanukkah! Happy Kwanzaa! Dec 25
2024, 10:04:13 AM

Happy Holidays to everyone! from Roman Castillo Jr in Austin, Texas
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Broadway Grosses: Week Ending 12/22/24 Dec 24
2024, 12:50:18 PM
Awesome numbers for Chicago!
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