Anyone see Carmen as "Mama" in Chicago?

[Marway44]

Posted: 10/8/14 at 6:59am

I was curious if anyone has seen her and what they think. Does she have the vocal chops to pull it off? I'm going 11/2 courtesy of BCEFA and am excited since it's one of my favorite shows. I just hope we get a good cast.

[iluvtheatertrash]

Posted: 10/8/14 at 7:24am

Carmen has been in The Lion King, Porgy and Bess, After Midnight, Little Miss Sunshine, and Avenue Q. I think you'll be just fine.

[ljay889]

Posted: 10/8/14 at 9:34am

As written, Mama is an easy sing. Mary McCarty and Marcia Lewis were not known for their singing voices.

[Hex3]

Posted: 10/8/14 at 4:34pm

Who's Carmen?

[Mr. Nowack]

Posted: 10/8/14 at 4:37pm

The first Carmen that came to mind was Carmen Miranda. Wouldn't she have been an "interesting" choice for the role.

[Marway44]

Posted: 10/8/14 at 7:14pm

My only thoughts on this really were about my wife. I just want her to see the show the way it was intended with a powerhouse voice. Of course, it doesn't help that she'll be seeing Wright! I'm sure she can sing it well though. I just can't wait to see one of favorites again!

[Wickedmonkey332]

Posted: 10/8/14 at 7:46pm

Carmen Ruby Floyd is great. She was a highlight of a show full of highlights (After Midnight) and has an impressive resume. I met her at the flea market and she seemed genuinely excited to be joining Chicago.

[Marway44]

Posted: 10/8/14 at 7:50pm

Great to hear Wicked! Looking forward to seeing her.