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Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread
#2650Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 9/1/22 at 2:11pm
If either Velma u/s announced in advance they're going on, I'd go get a ticket then. Not even a freebie would get me back to see the show w/AFW.
A Chorus Line revival played its final Broadway performance on August 17, 2008. The tour played its final performance on August 21, 2011. A new non-equity tour started in October 2012 played its final performance on March 23, 2013. Another non-equity tour launched on January 20, 2018. The tour ended its US run in Kansas City and then toured throughout Japan August & September 2018.
#2651Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 9/1/22 at 8:11pm
I wonder if AFW will still be Velma Kelly on Nov. 21st? I would LOVE to see Leigh Zimmerman (who was my first Velma in 2011 and again in 2017) as Velma.
"Noel [Coward] and I were in Paris once. Adjoining rooms, of course. One night, I felt mischievous, so I knocked on Noel's door, and he asked, 'Who is it?' I lowered my voice and said 'Hotel detective. Have you got a gentleman in your room?' He answered, 'Just a minute, I'll ask him.'" (Beatrice Lillie)
#2652Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 9/1/22 at 8:25pm
Phantom4ever said: "BVD is one of my biggest Broadway crushes and I hope he stays in the show long enough for me to see him as Flynn.
As for Amra, I've just seen her too many times in the role and she's not exciting. There's nothing that Lana Gordon does that Amra doesn't do, it's just that star quality Lana has that Amra lacks. I think many people see her (such as Andy Cohen) and dismiss her as too old before she even starts All That Jazz. But her age isn't the problem, she just lacks spunk. Either way, I want to see Brandon Victor Dixon as Flynn even with Amra playing Velma AGAIN."
Amra...BIG Yawn...this casting is so tired. Isn't she bored doing this show and can't they find anyone else from the past or new?! Come on Barry & Fran - Good for Brandon!
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#2653Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 9/2/22 at 12:12am
Fun *eye roll*. Amra god the nightmare never ends.
#2654Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 9/3/22 at 7:03pm
I've always wanted to see Erich Bergen onstage, but the thought of seeing Angelica was so exciting, I was willing to wait it out. (It would be my 3rd time seeing the show since Broadway came back.) But now with AFW coming back, I may have to back to seeing before the 11th. Honestly conflicted.
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#2655Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 9/4/22 at 8:21pm
I am looking forward to visit the Ambassador Theatre once more, on Nov. 21st. I've made mention of the show's lack of Velmas. As was done with the Search For Roxie, perhaps now it's a good time for a "Search For Velma"? Since "Chicago" is no longer utilizing celebrity Velmas as in years past, it would be in the show's long term interest to develop and increase the number of available Velma Kellys. A Velma search would obviously be good publicity for the show. Plus, Stewart/Whitley (casting) and producers would get to see more individuals that perhaps they would see regularly. Yes, the role of Velma is very demanding physically and artistically. I'm sure there are some talented people out there yet to be discovered. Just saying...
"Noel [Coward] and I were in Paris once. Adjoining rooms, of course. One night, I felt mischievous, so I knocked on Noel's door, and he asked, 'Who is it?' I lowered my voice and said 'Hotel detective. Have you got a gentleman in your room?' He answered, 'Just a minute, I'll ask him.'" (Beatrice Lillie)
Updated On: 9/4/22 at 08:21 PM
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#2656Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 9/5/22 at 4:24pm
At this point in CHICAGO’s run, talented performers aren’t enough anymore. Celebrity stunt casting needs to be the focus. Enough with these super talented no names. I get it, they need their moment in the spotlight but they sure aren’t getting me to see the show again. Pamela Anderson brought that original spark and buzz the show had in the late 1990s. Sadly, that buzz fizzled hours after her final performance. Like many others, before seeing Pamela my last time seeing CHICAGO was at the Schubert Theatre in the very early 2000s. You want me back? Get some crazy celebrity on that stage. Make it an event again like what was done with Pamela Anderson.
#2657Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 9/5/22 at 4:32pm
It appears they have nobody lined up. Maybe come 2023, but at this point just pull the plug already.
A Chorus Line revival played its final Broadway performance on August 17, 2008. The tour played its final performance on August 21, 2011. A new non-equity tour started in October 2012 played its final performance on March 23, 2013. Another non-equity tour launched on January 20, 2018. The tour ended its US run in Kansas City and then toured throughout Japan August & September 2018.
#2658Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 9/5/22 at 9:24pm
https://youtu.be/t46bzdLhj6k 1. I would love to see Leigh Zimmerman as Velma 2. I think it was 2010/2011 when Chicago had a Fan Day. It's time for another one!
"Noel [Coward] and I were in Paris once. Adjoining rooms, of course. One night, I felt mischievous, so I knocked on Noel's door, and he asked, 'Who is it?' I lowered my voice and said 'Hotel detective. Have you got a gentleman in your room?' He answered, 'Just a minute, I'll ask him.'" (Beatrice Lillie)
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#2659Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 9/6/22 at 11:13am
Fan day was my first time seeing the show. There’s actually BWW photo coverage of Amra signing my poster as she was joining the cast the next week. I truly doubt they’ll ever do another one, it was not the best handled of events (let’s leave people lined up outside in the dead of winter for 5 hours).
As to Velma, I’ve said it before they need new blood. My personal front runners both come with a built in social media following; Amber Ardolino and Samantha Pauly
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#2660Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 9/16/22 at 8:38pm
"Noel [Coward] and I were in Paris once. Adjoining rooms, of course. One night, I felt mischievous, so I knocked on Noel's door, and he asked, 'Who is it?' I lowered my voice and said 'Hotel detective. Have you got a gentleman in your room?' He answered, 'Just a minute, I'll ask him.'" (Beatrice Lillie)
#2661Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 9/16/22 at 9:30pm
I feel like Jennifer Simard as Mama would be an inspired choice. Same with Micaela Diamond as Roxie.
I’d also love to see Claybourne Elder take a crack at Billy Flynn
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#2662Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 9/16/22 at 9:56pm
Hayley Swindal has been brought in to cover Mama as Charity Dawson is out with Covid.
A Chorus Line revival played its final Broadway performance on August 17, 2008. The tour played its final performance on August 21, 2011. A new non-equity tour started in October 2012 played its final performance on March 23, 2013. Another non-equity tour launched on January 20, 2018. The tour ended its US run in Kansas City and then toured throughout Japan August & September 2018.
#2663Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 9/16/22 at 10:34pm
Hayley Swindal is a fantastic Mama. I once requested a Cameo from her. She sang "When You're Good To Mama".
"Noel [Coward] and I were in Paris once. Adjoining rooms, of course. One night, I felt mischievous, so I knocked on Noel's door, and he asked, 'Who is it?' I lowered my voice and said 'Hotel detective. Have you got a gentleman in your room?' He answered, 'Just a minute, I'll ask him.'" (Beatrice Lillie)
#2664Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 9/16/22 at 10:42pm
ACL2006 said: "Hayley Swindal has been brought in to cover Mama as Charity Dawson is out with Covid."
She'll be Mama for about a week. ( have not seen this video in many months.) Here is the Cameo I requested from Hayley Swindal in January 2021. https://www.cameo.com/recipient/5ff651d0ec4a25001d67e4e4?from_share_sheet=1&utm_campaign=video_share_to_copy
"Noel [Coward] and I were in Paris once. Adjoining rooms, of course. One night, I felt mischievous, so I knocked on Noel's door, and he asked, 'Who is it?' I lowered my voice and said 'Hotel detective. Have you got a gentleman in your room?' He answered, 'Just a minute, I'll ask him.'" (Beatrice Lillie)
Updated On: 9/16/22 at 10:42 PM
#2665Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 9/17/22 at 11:47am
ACL2006 said: "Brandon Victor Dixon and Amra-Faye Wright Will Join Angelica Ross in Broadway'sChicago.
Was thinking of seeing Chicago again this fall, but now with AFW returning, that's a definite no now.
ACL, do you have an idea how long is AFW's current run? You are quite the inside expert on all things Chicago.
https://playbill.com/article/brandon-victor-dixon-and-amra-faye-wright-will-join-angelica-ross-in-broadways-chicago"
"Noel [Coward] and I were in Paris once. Adjoining rooms, of course. One night, I felt mischievous, so I knocked on Noel's door, and he asked, 'Who is it?' I lowered my voice and said 'Hotel detective. Have you got a gentleman in your room?' He answered, 'Just a minute, I'll ask him.'" (Beatrice Lillie)
#2666Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 9/17/22 at 10:29pm
I'm surprised there hasn't been any video (however brief) of Angelica Ross as Roxie.
"Noel [Coward] and I were in Paris once. Adjoining rooms, of course. One night, I felt mischievous, so I knocked on Noel's door, and he asked, 'Who is it?' I lowered my voice and said 'Hotel detective. Have you got a gentleman in your room?' He answered, 'Just a minute, I'll ask him.'" (Beatrice Lillie)
#2667Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 9/18/22 at 11:40am
25th Anniversary tour announced
A Chorus Line revival played its final Broadway performance on August 17, 2008. The tour played its final performance on August 21, 2011. A new non-equity tour started in October 2012 played its final performance on March 23, 2013. Another non-equity tour launched on January 20, 2018. The tour ended its US run in Kansas City and then toured throughout Japan August & September 2018.
#2668Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 10/2/22 at 2:26pm
I'm wondering if Angelica Ross will extend, now that Ryoko Yonekura's injury will prevent her from playing Roxie (Nov. 7-20). Perhaps the producers can call upon dependable veterans such as Charlotte D'Amboise or Dylis Croman. Or, the current understudies (Jessica Ernest & Rachel Schur ).can take turns as Roxie. I'm curious to know who'll be Roxie & Velma when I see the show on Nov. 21st.
"Noel [Coward] and I were in Paris once. Adjoining rooms, of course. One night, I felt mischievous, so I knocked on Noel's door, and he asked, 'Who is it?' I lowered my voice and said 'Hotel detective. Have you got a gentleman in your room?' He answered, 'Just a minute, I'll ask him.'" (Beatrice Lillie)
#2669Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 10/2/22 at 2:34pm
Desi Oakley hasn't appeared in a while. She could take another turn as Roxie.
"Noel [Coward] and I were in Paris once. Adjoining rooms, of course. One night, I felt mischievous, so I knocked on Noel's door, and he asked, 'Who is it?' I lowered my voice and said 'Hotel detective. Have you got a gentleman in your room?' He answered, 'Just a minute, I'll ask him.'" (Beatrice Lillie)
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#2671Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 10/2/22 at 3:24pm
Patti LuPone FANatic said: "I'm surprised there hasn't been any video (however brief) of Angelica Ross as Roxie."
Most likely because she's not good at the role and unfortunately can't sing at all... and to add insult to injury, Brandon Victor Dixon is a complete miscast as Billy Flynn. Its not that often you see someone so wrong for a role. I was really looking forward to revisit Chicago during the Broadway week, but I should have saved my money and time.
#2672Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 10/2/22 at 4:37pm
I've mentioned before how "Chicago" would benefit from a "Search For Velma Kelly". I was just thinking that maybe there could be a "Search For Billy Flynn". There are so many talented singers out there who can do justice to the role.
"Noel [Coward] and I were in Paris once. Adjoining rooms, of course. One night, I felt mischievous, so I knocked on Noel's door, and he asked, 'Who is it?' I lowered my voice and said 'Hotel detective. Have you got a gentleman in your room?' He answered, 'Just a minute, I'll ask him.'" (Beatrice Lillie)
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#2673Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 10/2/22 at 7:29pm
Patti LuPone FANatic said: "I've mentioned before how "Chicago" would benefit from a "Search For Velma Kelly". I was just thinking that maybe there could be a "Search For Billy Flynn". There are so many talented singers out there who can do justice to the role. "
Billy Flynn requires much more than a good singer. He has extensive book scenes so he needs to show layers of acting and charisma. CHICAGO isn’t a show that requires mind-blowing singers. It’s a heavy book musical so if you can’t act, your good singing ain’t going to mean much.
#2674Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 10/2/22 at 7:40pm
Really question how this show is still running without any names in it? Who's buying a ticket?
A Chorus Line revival played its final Broadway performance on August 17, 2008. The tour played its final performance on August 21, 2011. A new non-equity tour started in October 2012 played its final performance on March 23, 2013. Another non-equity tour launched on January 20, 2018. The tour ended its US run in Kansas City and then toured throughout Japan August & September 2018.
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