Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread- Page 112
Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread
Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread#2775
Posted: 2/2/23 at 2:41pm
The videos going around of Jinkx at the stage door just warm my heart. She is a true class act, and setting a very high standard for herself.
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Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread#2776
Posted: 2/2/23 at 3:42pm
For those curious ones, the new Pamela Anderson documentary on Netflix includes extensive coverage of her tenure in CHICAGO - from her receiving the script, her extensive prep in Los Angeles then NYC, her being tech rehearsed on stage to performance clips. This section appears towards the end of the documentary. 
Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread#2777
Posted: 2/2/23 at 5:09pm
Is Lana back yet? When did her two weeks start?
Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread#2778
Posted: 2/2/23 at 6:51pm
TheQuibbler said: "Is Lana back yet? When did her two weeks start?"
Lana should be back on Monday.
Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread#2779
Posted: 2/3/23 at 4:34pm
Loved this doc already but this section was particularly moving, just to see Anderson clearly having a ball doing the show. The clips confirm what others have said that she made for a solid Roxie.
Isn't she rumored to be coming back?
Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread#2780
Posted: 2/3/23 at 4:44pm
ColdClimateDude said: "Loved this doc already but this section was particularly moving, just to see Anderson clearly having a ball doing the show. The clips confirm what others have said that she made for a solid Roxie.
Isn't she rumored to be coming back?"
There was something said when she left that she was interested in returning. Maybe if she's available she'll return in the Fall?
Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread#2781
Posted: 2/5/23 at 11:57am
https://youtu.be/_7TDccB28mU A lively interview with Jinkx Monsoon in CBS Mornings.
Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread#2782
Posted: 2/16/23 at 9:13am
According to an email from TodayTix, Erich Bergen is rejoining as Billy Flynn tomorrow for six weeks only. Wonder why James is exiting so quickly?
And yes, I’m aware that this show has a long history of short term replacements, but I figured he was in at least until the end of Jinkx/Lana/Charlotte’s run
Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread#2783
Posted: 2/16/23 at 9:40am
I would love to see Pamela Anderson come back. I thought she was wonderful as Roxie.
Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread#2784
Posted: 2/16/23 at 9:46am
quizking101 said: "According to an email from TodayTix, Erich Bergen is rejoining as Billy Flynn tomorrow for six weeks only. Wonder why James is exiting so quickly?
Very odd indeed, especially since James was initially announced through March 12.
Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread#2785
Posted: 2/16/23 at 10:04am
I’m sincerely wondering if it may be due to job performance. Let’s not forget these are jobs that people can be let go from. I only say this because the night I saw the show with Jinx, which was the second week of February he forgot his lines and was helped by the ensemble and Charlotte with prompts in the scene. Later, in act 2 he also flubbed lines. I found him to have a great voice, but his stature to me, didn’t read Billy Flynn the confident guy every girl wants.
Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread#2786
Posted: 2/16/23 at 1:56pm
It's a shame that has happened. James Lane is very talented.
Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread#2787
Posted: 2/16/23 at 3:16pm
Has James been in the show this week? He just did an interview yesterday about his journey back to Chicago.
Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread#2788
Posted: 2/16/23 at 3:18pm
Phillytheatreguy10 said: "I’m sincerely wondering if it may be due to job performance. Let’s not forget these are jobs that people can be let go from. I only say this because the night I saw the show with Jinx, which was the second week of February he forgot his lines and was helped by the ensemble and Charlotte with prompts in the scene. Later, in act 2 he also flubbed lines. I found him to have a great voice, but his stature to me, didn’t read Billy Flynn the confident guy every girl wants."
Interesting. He seemed fine both nights I saw him. Granted, this is all based off a singular email from TodayTix that could've been sent in error. I'm not seeing anything on either the show's social media, nor James or Erich's. (James' still says he in the show through March 12th).
Granted, subtle swaps aren't beyond the pale. They didn't announce Amra-Faye's two week return when Lana went on her wedding/honeymoon end of January and...oooof
Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread#2789
Posted: 2/16/23 at 3:46pm
I just asked James on his Facebook page if he's leaving earlier than planned and his response was "nope".
Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread#2790
Posted: 2/16/23 at 3:50pm
I mean, it was just one performance and people have off days so I’m speculating. It was actually the second time I’ve seen a Billy Flynn go up on lines and the ensemble assisted him- I saw a Saturday matinee during Jason Daniely’s run and it happened, again, performers are human it happens. Unless it’s a chronic issue I can’t see it being a big deal. I also saw on Telecharge Lane does not have an end date but the others do (3/12). Again, I think he was in great voice as is the entire show- and I saw it Amra’s 2 week stint- I think she had a new costume this time and she’s a knockout. I’m a frequent Chicago flyer so initially I was disappointed to see her again, but she still got it! I saw Lana with Pam and that was really a special pairing.
Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread#2791
Posted: 2/16/23 at 4:09pm
All of the current leads are scheduled through March 12. Lana, Charlotte, Jinkx, James, Evan and R. Lowe. No word on any of their replacements.
Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread#2792
Posted: 2/16/23 at 9:45pm
I think it was a TodayTix error, because I got a second email about seeing Jinkx in Chicago. Weirdly, no public correction as far as I can tell.
"Hey little girls, look at all the men in shiny shirts and no wives!" - Jackie Hoffman, Xanadu, 19 Feb 2008
Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread#2793
Posted: 2/18/23 at 8:37am
Yeah, James was in the show last night (2/17) and I thought he was great. I haven’t seen the show since 2004 with Paige Davis and it’s really crackling now. Jinkx’s crowds are bringing so much energy to the whole production and really lifting the entire thing. I’d never see Charlotte before and, wow, talk about a role simply living in a performer’s body. The choreography comes out of her so effortlessly. I liked Lana’s vocals but I did wish some of her acting choices were a little looser.
Jinkx is clearly having a great time and she’s a ball to watch. Special shout-out to Brian O’Brien and Michael Scirrotto for their ensemble work and as Fred and The Jury, respectively.
Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread#2794
Posted: 2/18/23 at 4:13pmI recently saw a picture of Max Von Essen and Jim Caruso (on IG) attending a performance of Chicago. It suddenly dawned on me that Max would be a wonderful Billy Flynn. The possiblity never crossed my mind. Just saying.
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Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread#2795
Posted: 2/18/23 at 6:37pm
Patti LuPone FANatic said: "I recently saw a picture of Max Von Essen and Jim Caruso (on IG) attending a performance of Chicago. It suddenly dawned on me that he would be a wonderful Billy Flynn. The possiblity never crossed my mind. Just saying. "
You’re right. He’d be absolutely perfect
Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread#2796
Posted: 2/18/23 at 6:46pm
In terms of younger Billy's, I'd love to see Max Clayton come in for the role.
Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread#2797
Posted: 2/18/23 at 11:13pmhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oujzt-W06s8
Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread#2798
Posted: 2/18/23 at 11:43pmWhat's up with the removal of the settings that allowed pictures , links and gifs? I came across a video about Raquel Welch in Victor, Victoria. When I did that, the normal settings were there and I was able to make a video link.
Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread#2799
Posted: 2/22/23 at 12:10pm
Bianca is returning as Velma from March 13 - April 9 only.
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