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Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread
#3375Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 1/3/25 at 10:07am
Greg Hildreth will begin as Amos this Monday.
Well, I’ll be. That bird really did it.
#3376Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 1/3/25 at 10:25am
Bought tickets to see Erika, and I love Greg Hildreth, so I'm actually more excited to see him!
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#3377Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 1/3/25 at 12:17pm
EDSOSLO858 said: "Greg Hildreth will begin as Amos this Monday."
A new Amos! Huzzah! Hopefully a new Velma and Roxie come February 10!
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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#3378Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 1/4/25 at 1:18pm
I’d love to see Mikayla Renfrow get bumped up to full time Velma.
"Grease," the fourth revival of the season, is the worst show in the history of theater and represents an unparalleled assault on Western civilization and its values. - Michael Reidel
#3379Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 1/8/25 at 8:48pm
https://www.instagram.com/p/DEkVdDFuE2g/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link Christine Cornish is back as Hunyak for a short while.
"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)
#3380Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 1/12/25 at 9:13pm
I was taking a looksey at Telecharge. This is what I found for Chicago:
Bianca Marroquin (Roxie Hart): thru January 19th.
Erika Jayne (Roxie Hart) : Jan. 20-Feb. 9
Kimberly Marable (Velma Kelly): thru Feb. 9
Max Von Essen (Billy Flynn): thru Feb. 23
Natasha Williams (Matron Mama Morton): thru Jan. 17
Nakiya Peterkin (Matron Mama Morton): Jan. 20 -- Feb. 23
Greg Hildreth (Amos Hart)
R. Lowe (Mary Sunshine): thru March 30th
Nakiya Peterkin
"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: 1/12/25 at 09:13 PM
#3381Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 1/12/25 at 10:23pm
Video of Toni Collette’s audition for the film version has been unearthed. I love Renée in the movie, but Toni would have been a fabulous alternative!
https://x.com/zacharyj/status/1876333095013826560?s=46&t=VIhak-WwKweBmo-BP7FI3g
#3382Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 1/15/25 at 12:01pm
If A Wonderful World closes by the end of January, I wonder if they'll bring back James T Lane as Billy? Charlotte is the typical Roxie Winter fill-in. Just curious to see who's the next Velma. Lana Gordon?
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.
#3383Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 1/18/25 at 9:12pm
Swing shortage at Chicago this weekend. Marty Lawson and Mary Claire King are out on vacation this week. Sharon Moore and Chelsea James are out sick. Nicole Benoit was called in this weekend and is split tracking Go-To-Hell Kitty and Liz since Mikayla is on as Velma this weekend. David Bushman is on as Martin Harrison as well.
IMO, it shouldn't have been allowed to have three cast members out on vacation at the same time, but that's just me or they should have had more coverage for this week/weekend.
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: 1/19/25 at 09:12 PM
#3384Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 1/20/25 at 7:25am
I still think there should be a "Search for Velma", much like the Roxie contest from several years back. Also, it has been a very long time since there has been a celebrity Velma. One of my favorite Billy Flynns is Jason Danieley.
"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)
#3385Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 1/21/25 at 9:56am
https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Video-Erika-Jayne-Takes-First-Bows-in-Return-to-CHICAGO-20250121 John Michael Fiumara (Fred Casely) is very easy on the eyes!
"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: 1/21/25 at 09:56 AM
#3386Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 1/30/25 at 10:28am
New Velma Kelly beginning Feb. 10!
https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Sophie-Carmen-Jones-Will-Join-CHICAGO-on-Broadway-20250130
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.
#3387Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 1/31/25 at 8:05pm
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e4bi87iiTZQ An interview with Sophie Carmen Jones. I am not familiar with her so this video is very helpful.
"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)
#3388Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 2/3/25 at 3:15pm
No word on the next Roxie, Billy and Mama starting Feb. 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.
#3389Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 2/8/25 at 10:51pm
It's interesting to see that the show currently has four Velma Kelly understudies: Christine Cornish, Mary Claire King, Kristen Faith Oei and Mikayla Renfrow. https://playbill.com/personlistpage/person-list?production=00000150-aea2-d936-a7fd-eef6db350002&type=cp#cc
"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)
#3390Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 2/9/25 at 7:45am
Patti LuPone FANatic said: "It's interesting to see that the show currently has four Velma Kelly understudies: Christine Cornish, Mary Claire King, Kristen Faith Oei and Mikayla Renfrow.https://playbill.com/personlistpage/person-list?production=00000150-aea2-d936-a7fd-eef6db350002&type=cp#cc"
Considering a longstanding concern has been a lack of Velmas due to it being a more technically complex role than Roxie, I’m glad to see they have a full stable of women who can play the role
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#3391Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 2/9/25 at 8:55am
Patti LuPone FANatic said: "It's interesting to see that the show currently has four Velma Kelly understudies: Christine Cornish, Mary Claire King, Kristen Faith Oei and Mikayla Renfrow.https://playbill.com/personlistpage/person-list?production=00000150-aea2-d936-a7fd-eef6db350002&type=cp#cc"
Christine Cornish is no longer with the show. she returned for 3 weeks to cover Oei's leave as Hunyak. so they only have 3 Velma covers.
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.
#3392Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 2/13/25 at 10:28am
Dylis Croman rejoins the company as Roxie, and Rema Webb assumes Mama Morton starting February 24.
Well, I’ll be. That bird really did it.
#3393Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 2/13/25 at 10:44am
Rema as Mama!! Damn, I might have to try and see it again! Croman is a solid Roxie, too. At least Charlotte isn't returning this time. I guess Max von Essen is extending his Billy run again?
https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Dylis-Croman-and-Rema-Webb-Will-Join-the-Cast-of-CHICAGO-20250213
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.
#3394Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 2/13/25 at 7:17pm
I found this video of Rema Webb singing "As If We Never Said Goodbye" from "Sunset Boulevard". So lovely! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4oIAPzbkbdk
"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)
#3395Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 3/2/25 at 3:20pm
https://youtu.be/fQaUi3zC_dk?si=IKFWltdcd4wsPwet Ann Reinking's final curtain call as Roxie Hart: 1997.
"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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Stand-by Joined: 3/23/06
#3396Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 3/11/25 at 12:15pm
According to Telecharge, Max has extended again:
Max von Essen as Billy Flynn (thru 6/15)
#3397Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 3/11/25 at 12:28pm
onesongglory2 said: "According toTelecharge,Max has extended again:
Max von Essen as Billy Flynn (thru 6/15)"
Good for him. Definitely one of the longest tenured Billy Flynns. Though I thought they'd bring back James T Lane for a few months.
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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Broadway Star Joined: 7/25/11
#3398Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 3/11/25 at 12:54pm
Saw the show again over the weekend. Webb is excellent as Mama and sang the heck out of her songs. As was Sophie Carmen-Jones as Velma. I adored everything about her performance. Hope they stay with the show for a good while.
#3399Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 3/11/25 at 7:45pm
Sophie is there through May 4. Webb is there through May 18. Sadly, Dylkis is there only until March 23. Chicago doesn't appear to have a name lined up, and their recent grosses haven't been good.
- Dylis Croman as Roxie Hart (thru 3/23)
- Sophie Carmen-Jones as Velma Kelly (thru 5/4)
- Max von Essen as Billy Flynn (thru 6/15)
- Rema Webb as Matron "Mama" Morton (thru 5/18)
- Greg Hildreth as Amos Hart (thru 3/30)
- R. Lowe as Mary Sunshine (thru 3/30)
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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