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Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread
#3225Chicago 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
#3226Chicago 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.
#3227Chicago 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.
Bette's Turban
Broadway Star Joined: 7/9/17
#3228Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 6/12/24 at 6:56pm
Who is this Robyn ? Why is it epic?
#3229Chicago 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.
#3230Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 6/18/24 at 10:23pm
Robyn Hurder as Velma Kelly
"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)
#3231Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 6/18/24 at 10:42pm
Patti LuPone FANatic said: "
Robyn Hurder as Velma Kelly"
FYI, Robyn injured herself again on Sunday night. Doesn't sound serious and she's expected to come back on Thursday.
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.
#3232Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 6/20/24 at 1:54pm
"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)
#3233Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 6/22/24 at 10:55am
Matthew Winnege is truly multitalented. He covers the roles of bailiff, court clerk, "tap dance" specialty and Amos Hart. He posted a picture on IG as having had an Amos understudy rehearsal.
"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)
#3234Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 6/26/24 at 6:15pm
https://youtu.be/1f7snBn0rs4?si=4sPGo81joegV6VSv This is a video of Jinx singing various tunes in a song association game. By the way, who all is planning on seeing her when her limited run begins tomorrow, June 27?
"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)
BrodyFosse123
Broadway Legend Joined: 2/27/06
#3235Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 6/27/24 at 7:56am
#3236Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 6/27/24 at 8:25am
Kind of odd Jinkx is only returning for 20 performances. Not even a full 3 weeks. This will probably give them a boost next week when July 4 weekend is typically quiet.
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.
#3237Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 6/29/24 at 11:54am
I wonder who is coming in as the next Billy Flynn when Max Von Essen finishes his (very) long run.
"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)
MezzA101
Leading Actor Joined: 3/29/23
#3238Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 6/29/24 at 12:49pm
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#3239Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 7/1/24 at 8:54am
J. London will be Mary Sunshine for 24 performances, from July 1-24.
"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)
#3240Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 7/1/24 at 12:02pm
Patti LuPone FANatic said: "J. London will be Mary Sunshine for 24 performances, from July 1-24."
I'd assume Jayke workman is back as the standby then.
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.
#3241Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 7/1/24 at 6:44pm
I was curious about Jayke Workman's voice, as I've never heard it. This is a duet with Teal Wicks. https://youtu.be/LEph860o38s?si=bGA9YW626dzqOMka
"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)
#3242Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 7/1/24 at 7:58pm
Patti LuPone FANatic said: "I was curious about Jayke Workman's voice, as I've never heard it. This is a duet with Teal Wicks.https://youtu.be/LEph860o38s?si=bGA9YW626dzqOMka"
Workman did the non-equity tour of CHICAGO in 2019-20. When Chicago reopened and they had a COVID outbreak and needed a Mary Sunshine, Jayke got the call and made his Bway debut. He continues to get called in when either Lowe or London are on vacation.
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.
#3243Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 7/3/24 at 4:04pm
Mary Claire King made her ROXIE debut last night. Charlotte has only been back a week and is already missing shows.
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.
#3244Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 7/15/24 at 10:21am
Madix will return from August 1 — September 1
Oh look, a bibu!
#3245Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 7/15/24 at 11:01am
ACL2006 said: "Mary Claire King made her ROXIE debut last night. Charlotte has only been back a week and is already missing shows."
Charlotte was out again this weekend with Rachel playing Roxie. Could have been due to them playing 12 shows over 9 days.
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.
#3246Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 7/16/24 at 9:00am
Today is Rob Bowman's final day as musical director for Chicago (per his Threads page) . I met him once at the stage door. Very nice person.
"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)
SuttonPeron
Stand-by Joined: 10/26/21
#3247Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 7/16/24 at 11:16am
Such a nice guy. Did a terrific job as music supervisor for all of the international production as well.
#3248Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 7/17/24 at 7:31pm
Who will be the next Billy Flynn (after Max Von Essen)? For a future Billy, I would love to see Nick Adams.
"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)
#3249Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 7/18/24 at 5:04pm
ACL2006 said: "ACL2006 said: "Mary Claire King made her ROXIE debut last night. Charlotte has only been back a week and is already missing shows."
Charlotte was out again this weekend with Rachel playing Roxie. Could have been due to them playing 12 shows over 9 days."
Charlotte is still out. Rachel was Roxie on Monday and Tuesday and now Mary Claire King is Roxie tonight. Why did she even bother returning if she can't handle the role anymore?
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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