Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread- Page 132
Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread
BrodyFosse123
Broadway Legend Joined: 2/27/06
#3275Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 8/14/24 at 6:38am
This new troll account looks oddly suspicious. 
Ensemble1723266984
Swing Joined: 8/10/24
#3276Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 8/16/24 at 3:13am
That's a classic Beatrice Lillie moment! Her wit was always sharp, and this story perfectly captures her playful spirit. Love how she and Noel Coward had such a brilliant rapport!
#3277Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 8/16/24 at 1:08pm
abu islam said: "Great to see a dedicated thread for 'Chicago'! I also saw the show a few years ago and was blown away by the cast's energy. Leigh Zimmerman and Dylis Croman were indeed stellar. I'd love to hear more about other people’s experiences and favorite cast members. The show's blend of talent and charisma is truly unforgettable!"
Friends with Patti LuPone FANatic?
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.
BrodyFosse123
Broadway Legend Joined: 2/27/06
#3278Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 8/16/24 at 1:16pm
Friends with Patti LuPone FANatic?
#3279Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 8/20/24 at 9:41am
Orfeh will play Mama Morton from August 26 - September 15!
Well, I’ll be. That bird really did it.
#3280Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 8/20/24 at 9:51am
Surprised she's stepping in for such a short run.
"...everyone finally shut up, and the audience could enjoy the beginning of the Anatevka Pogram in peace."
#3281Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 8/20/24 at 10:03am
Wonder i who they have joining after to be with Alyssa. But Orfeh is EXCITING casting for me.
#3282Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 8/20/24 at 11:23am
I hope she extends into Alyssa's run...a guy can hope!
#3283Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 8/20/24 at 11:23am
Kad said: "Surprised she's stepping in for such a short run."
Natasha was supposed to stay until September 15, but I guess she needs to leave early. She's also been out a lot since she returned, hence why Haley Swindel has been in and out of the show covering as Mama.
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.
#3284Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 8/20/24 at 11:37am
Phillytheatreguy10 said: "I hope she extends into Alyssa's run...a guy can hope!"
I'm praying to the Broadway gods that she overlaps with Alyssa's run and out of Broadway week, so I can use the normal discount for a solo ticket - win-win-win!
"Hey little girls, look at all the men in shiny shirts and no wives!" - Jackie Hoffman, Xanadu, 19 Feb 2008
#3285Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 8/20/24 at 7:31pm
ACL2006 said: "abu islam said: "Great to see a dedicated thread for 'Chicago'! I also saw the show a few years ago and was blown away by the cast's energy. Leigh Zimmerman and Dylis Croman were indeed stellar. I'd love to hear more about other people’s experiences and favorite cast members. The show's blend of talent and charisma is truly unforgettable!"
Friends with Patti LuPone FANatic?" Huh?
"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)
macbeth
Broadway Star Joined: 5/7/03
#3286Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 8/21/24 at 4:14pm
Just bought my tickets, and early enough in the run as I have a feeling I'm going to want to go back. What long-overdue casting! Has she ever sung this material before in concert?
BrodyFosse123
Broadway Legend Joined: 2/27/06
#3287Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 8/21/24 at 4:49pm
macbeth said: "Just bought my tickets, and early enough in the run as I have a feeling I'm going to want to go back. What long-overdue casting! Has she ever sung this material before in concert?"
Not yet, at least. 
#3288Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 8/24/24 at 3:46pm
Max Clayton got called in today to play Billy Flynn as Max Von Essen is out with COVID. Max Clayton will be Billy through Tuesday.
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.
#3289Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 8/24/24 at 5:31pm
ACL2006 said: "Max Clayton got called in today to play Billy Flynn as Max Von Essen is out with COVID. Max Clayton will be Billy through Tuesday." Does this mean that both Jeff Gorti and Barrett Martin (both Billy Flynn understudies) were not available for some reason?
"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)
#3290Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 8/24/24 at 5:34pm
Jeff was in for the matinee, Barrett was not.
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.
#3291Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 8/28/24 at 8:35pm
Chicago anything? My cousin is in town and wants to see Ariana before she leaves 9/1.
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#3292Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 8/28/24 at 10:15pm
https://www.instagram.com/reel/C_PIbX9xGoM/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link A little dance segment with Orfeh, Robyn Hurder and Max Clayton. Instagram.
"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)
#3293Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 9/1/24 at 2:13pm
We sometimes hear about a principal player in a musical being unable to continue mid-show and be replaced by an understudy/standby, etc. To what extent has that happened with "Chicago"? Does anyone have any instances where a Billy Flynn, Roxie or Velma was unable to complete a show?
"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
#3294Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 9/1/24 at 4:23pm
During the original cast run of the 1996 revival, Ann Reinking wasn’t feeling well during Act 1 so she chose to skip out Act 2. Her standby, Nancy Hess, had already been dismissed for that performance (she had to call in before each performance), and was doing errands when she got the call she needed to go on for Ann for Act 2 so she had to drop everything and bolt to the Shubert Theatre. Intermission was extended a few extra minutes until Nancy was ready.
#3295Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 9/4/24 at 10:01am
Colombian singer-songwriter Sebastián Yatra will play Billy Flynn from November 25 to December 22.
Well, I’ll be. That bird really did it.
#3296Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 9/4/24 at 11:42am
EDSOSLO858 said: "Colombian singer-songwriter Sebastián Yatra will play Billy Flynn from November 25 to December 22."
That casting is announced, but we still don't know who the next Velma and Amos will be starting September 16.
*Max Von Essen extended through Nov. 24.
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: 9/4/24 at 11:42 AM
#3297Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 9/4/24 at 6:12pm
ACL2006 said: "EDSOSLO858 said: "Colombian singer-songwriter Sebastián Yatra will play Billy Flynn from November 25 to December 22."
That casting is announced, but we still don't know who the next Velma and Amos will be starting September 16.
*Max Von Essen extended through Nov. 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)
#3298Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 9/6/24 at 10:59pm
I was noticing on social media (IG) that some commenters were complaining how the casting of the Colombian singer as Billy Flynn is an example of stunt casting at the expense of trained professional theatre people. Those people are blithely ignorant of the fact that Chicago's use of "unconventional casting" is a major reason that the show has been running since 1996. While some of the choices have been dubious (Elvis Stojko anyone), most of the casting has been successsful.
"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: 9/7/24 at 10:59 PM
#3299Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 9/6/24 at 11:06pm
I mean, considering how many people have been consistently employed by CHICAGO for years, even DECADES, IG people complaining about a 4 week stint are just doing it to complain.
CHICAGO has had some horrific choices (Wendy Williams immediately comes to mind) but a trained singer is far from the worst possible choice for casting. Even stunt casting can be parlayed into a lucrative turn and even a budding Broadway career (Jinkx Monsoon)
The only thing I wish is that the show would start building up a stable of regular performers to run the show outside of stunt or star casting - which it seems they are starting to do more of now with adding Kimberly Marable, Robyn Hurder, Max von Essen, Max Clayton, and a few others in the mix.
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