Skip to main content
My Shows
News on your favorite shows, specials & more!
Home For You Chat My Shows Register/Login Games Grosses

Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread — Page 129

New Post Search Report Abuse Rules

Welcome Guest. Please Login or Register.

#3201

Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread

Posted: 5/26/24 at 4:36pm

BrodyFosse123 said: "Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread"

Nothing to say. Not surprised.

"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)
#3202

Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread

Posted: 5/26/24 at 4:44pm

Who is Rebecca Johnson-Smith?? The rumored new Velma taking over for Robyn.

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.
#3203

Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread

Posted: 5/26/24 at 6:12pm

Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread

"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)
#3204

Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread

Posted: 6/1/24 at 7:52pm

Some COVID running around the show this week. Robyn posted yesterday she has it again and will be out. Nicole Benoit and Colt Adam Weiss were both called into the show for this week/weekend. All swings on since last night.

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.
#3205

Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread

Posted: 6/1/24 at 8:00pm

Rachel Chase had it recently as well.

"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)
#3206

Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread

Posted: 6/1/24 at 8:08pm

Patti LuPone FANatic said: "Rachel Chase had it recently as well. "

Mary Claire King, Jeff Gorti and Michael Scirrotto are out due to it. Max Clayton is off rehearsing for Crazy For You. Joseph London is Mary Sunshine for both shows today, too. Not sure if R. Lowe is out due to 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.

Updated On: 6/2/24 at 08:08 PM

#3207

Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread

Posted: 6/1/24 at 8:25pm

This situation with the Chicago cast is a sobering reminder that COVID is still out there. The good thing with Chicago is that the show has numerous people out there who can help out with roles, in an emergency.

"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)
#3208

Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread

Posted: 6/1/24 at 10:47pm

For both shows today:

Velma - Kristen Faith Oei

Mary Sunshine - Joseph London

Fred Casely - Marty Lawson

Doctor/Judge - David Bushman

Harry/Jury - Colt Adam Weiss

Liz - Nicole Benoit

Hunyak - Sharon Moore

Go-To-Hell Kitty - Jennifer Dunne

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.
#3209

Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread

Posted: 6/2/24 at 10:02pm

For both shows today:

Velma - Kristen Faith Oei

Mary Sunshine - Jayke Workman (called in last minute)

Amos - Joseph London

Bailiff/Court Clerk - Marty Lawson

Doctor/Judge - David Bushman

Harry/Jury - Colt Adam Weiss

Liz - Nicole Benoit

Hunyak - Jennifer Dunne

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.
#3210

Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread

Posted: 6/3/24 at 11:41am

Matthew J. Winnege is back with the show until September 1st in a new track.

"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)
#3211

Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread

Posted: 6/3/24 at 11:44am


Matthew J. Winnege is returning to the Ambassador in a new track, until September 1st.

"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: 6/3/24 at 11:44 AM

#3212

Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread

Posted: 6/3/24 at 12:04pm

Patti LuPone FANatic said: "
Matthew J. Winnege is returning to the Ambassador in a new track, until September 1st.
"

He's replacing Drew as Bailiff/Court Clerk.

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.
#3213

Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread

Posted: 6/3/24 at 7:01pm

49 years ago today, June 3, 1975, the original production of Chicago opened at the 46th Street Theatre - now the Richard Rogers. It played for 24 previews and 936 performances.

...
#3214

Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread

Posted: 6/5/24 at 10:28pm

Jaquez will be joining the cast of Chicago as Fred Casely, beginning June 8th.

"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)
#3215

Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread

Posted: 6/5/24 at 10:33pm

His full name is Jaquez Andre Sims. I found this on BWW. Jaquez was born and raised in Chicago, IL. He attended New York University's Tisch School of the Arts where he received his BFA in Dance. Broadway: MOTOWN (Asst. Dance Captain, Ensemble) National Tours: MATILDA (Rudolpho), THE BODYGUARD (Ensemble, u/s Tony, Devaney) NYC: CITY CENTER ENCORES! HEY LOOK ME OVER!, KING KONG LAB, BEETLEJUICE LAB, APOLLO CLUB HARLEM, SPANDEX Off Broadway (Trip Allen). Favorite Regional: JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Lyric Opera Premiere (Ensemble), WSS Riverside Theatre (Pepe), HAIR Paramount Theatre (Tribe), CHICAGO Hilton Head Coastal Carolina (Emcee) TV: CBS FULL FRONTAL WITH SAMANTHA BEE, BEATS BY DRE HAPPY COMMERCIAL CAMPAIGN. Jaquez resides in Harlem where he enjoys staying active in fitness and exploring all the beauty the city has to offer.

"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)
#3216

Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread

Posted: 6/7/24 at 12:10am

Jaquez Andre Sims

Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread

"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)
#3217

Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread

Posted: 6/10/24 at 12:20am

I caught the 2pm show today, June 9th. A bit of anniversary for me as it was my 35th time seeing the show at the Ambassador.

It was my first time seeing Robyn Hurder as Velma and wow she was good. I've never seen "I can't Do It Alone" performed with so much energy and....humor. Bianca Marroquin shined as usual.

Oh! Sue Anschutz conducted! That was so exciting. I've seen her on the piano many times so it was so cool to see a different conductor.

Jaquez Andre Sims is an EXCELLENT addition to the cast. I certainly hope he's given a specialty track like Me and My Baby. Side note about Me and My Baby: if you look at vids from the 2000s, the part of the dance during "so much together, you'd count us as one" and "a dream of a duo, now don't you agree" had the dancers (i'll explain this as best I can) kind of slide their legs out and elogate them. But if you watch the boot of the original cast with Ann Reinking, they do more of a toe-touch with bended knees. And now......they are back to the toe-touch with bended knees. While I adore Ann Reinking, what it developed into by the mid 2000's was much sexier. I hope they revert back.

Another thing about today: the ushers were on point and more than four times walked up the aisles and told people to put phones away. I was in the 3rd row of the orchestra. I love aggressive ushers!

Another thing about today: this was the smallest audience I have ever seen over 35 performances of Chicago at the Ambassador. The sides and back of the orchestra were empty. I would say maybe 50-60% sold? So frustrating when Times Square is wall to wall people. I'm not losing Chicago in addition to Phantom. Luckily, with the Weisslers, Chicago will be around for quite some time.

#3218

Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread

Posted: 6/10/24 at 9:38am

They have Jinkx coming back soon and then Maddox in August. They'll be fine this summer. Odd that they haven't formally announced Robyn's replacement.

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.
#3219

Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread

Posted: 6/10/24 at 11:20am

I keep hoping they'll ask Leigh Zimmerman for a return 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)
#3220

Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread

Posted: 6/10/24 at 3:57pm

I thought Rebecca Johnson-Smith was going into the show after Robyn left, though I never saw an official announcement.

Hey Dottie! Did your colleagues enjoy the cake even though your cat decided to sit on it? ~GuyfromGermany
#3221

Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread

Posted: 6/10/24 at 4:00pm

DottieD'Luscia said: "I thought Rebecca Johnson-Smith was going into the show after Robyn left, though I never saw an official announcement."

Nothing has been announced. This is Robyn's final week and it's bizarre nothing has been mentioned. Who is this Johnson-Smith?

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.

Updated On: 6/10/24 at 04:00 PM

#3222

Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread

Posted: 6/12/24 at 4:46pm

Robyn has extended her run as Velma through September 15.

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.
#3223

Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread

Posted: 6/12/24 at 5:08pm

ACL2006 said: "Robyn has extended her run as Velma through September 15."

Thank god. I was hoping to see her with Jinkx. How epic.

#3225

Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread

Posted: 6/18/24 at 3:48pm

Bette's Turban said: "Who is this Robyn ? Why is it epic?"

Robyn Hurder. Best Velma the show has had in quite some time.

Charlotte returns as Roxie on June 27.

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.

← Back to Message Board

BroadwayWorld TV

View all Videos

Ticket Central
Ticket Central
Ticket Central
Hot Show
Tickets From $59
Hot Show
Tickets From $71
Hot Show
Tickets From $71
Hot Show
Tickets From $95
More Hot Shows Discounts
Recommended For You