Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread- Page 141
Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread
#3501Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 8/13/25 at 9:10am
Sorvino confirmed! September 15 - November 2 only.
Grab your torches, head back to camp. Goodnight.
#3502Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 8/13/25 at 9:13am
That means she’ll be in town when “Romy and Michele” opens which will be great for them. I can’t wait for this.
Dom P
Featured Actor Joined: 7/22/23
#3503Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 8/13/25 at 10:00am
Jordan Catalano said: "Mira Sorvino!!!!!! "
I'm honestly suprised,she hasn't been on Broadway before.
#3504Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 8/13/25 at 10:51am
Jordan Catalano said: "Mira Sorvino!!!!!! "
What's her theater/stage experience?
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.
#3505Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 8/17/25 at 7:41pm
Sunday swing day at Chicago. Jacqueline B. Arnold & Tam Mutu both got COVID during their first week. Celina Nightengale has been Mama since Friday. Joseph London returned from vacation and was Amos this weekend. Barrett Martin was Billy today. Jeff Gorti, Chelsea James & Mikayla Renfrow all called out today. Sharon Moore covered June while Jessica Ernest split-tracked Go-To-Hell Kitty/Liz tonight. Marty Lawson has been on for someone for 3 weeks now due to vacations and illnesses.
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.
Phantom4ever
Broadway Legend Joined: 9/17/07
#3506Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 8/31/25 at 2:14pm
Saw the show at the Ambassador for the 38th time last night.
First time seeing Bianca as Velma! I definitely like her better as Roxie. The best way to describe her way of singing All that Jazz was goofy? She used her silly voice (like the one when she mocks Billy before the trial) It pains me to say that because I adore her as Roxie and I'm alway so thrilled when she comes back to the role. She threw a rose at me too and it bounced off my hand and the girl next to me grabbed it. The same girl who didn't clap once throughout the entire show ugh.
I have to mention James T. Lane being back in the cast. What a dynamo. And he elevates Me and My Baby so much. And now he's playing the jury so it's refreshing to see someone else in that role.
By the way.... I distinctly remember Billy Flynn taking off Mary's wig but the last few times, Mary takes off her own wig. The first time I saw it, it look as if R. Lowe got annoyed at waiting for Billy to take it off so he just did it himself but now it seems to be an official change in blocking. Am I imagining this?
Rachel Schur was awesome as Roxie. She was in good voice and she was funny--what more could ask from Roxie?
I miss how the conductor used to encourage people to stay after the curtain call and clap along with the band.
Raymond Bokhour blew the roof off with Mr. Cellophane. When he started getting into for the final refrain of the song, I thought the audience was gonna charge the stage they were so rapturous. When he left for "exit music" he normally walks all the way downstage and opens his mouth to say something but then doesn't say it, but last night a girl shouted "I love you!" and he smiled and laughed instead. When he tried to say his line "I hope I didn't take up too much of your time" the applause wouldn't stop so he left the stage without saying it. Coincidentally, when we were in line ot enter the theater, a girl was saying to her friend "Omg! Like last time I saw it, there was this old bald guy singing a song and he was all "I hope I didnt take up too much of your time" and I was like awww! youre sweet!" lol. So apparently it was Amos Appreciation Night last night.
#3507Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 9/1/25 at 12:15pm
What’s the weekly nut for this show?
#3508Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 9/3/25 at 11:46am
From all accounts, Rachel Schur Chase is doing great as Roxie Hart. She knows her stuff. But, there's not enough publicity/video of her performances. It would be to the show's advantage to present Rachel and company so people can witness her talent. Come on Chicago producers....get with the program. Show us what makes Rachel Schur Chase a talented Roxie!
"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)
#3509Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 9/3/25 at 12:07pm
Patti LuPone FANatic said: "From all accounts, Rachel Schur Chase is doing great as Roxie Hart. She knows her stuff. But, there's not enough publicity/video of her performances. It would be to the show's advantage to present Rachel and company so people can witness her talent. Come on Chicago producers....get with the program. Show us what makes Rachel Schur Chase a talented Roxie!"
There's no need to promote Rachel as she's only there for four weeks before Mira Sorvino starts.
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.
#3510Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 9/3/25 at 11:01pm
I disagree. While I don't mean a full fledged campaign, it would be helpful to promote the show in some way, so people can see the Roxie lead.
"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)
#3511Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 9/7/25 at 7:13pm
Patti LuPone FANatic said: "I disagree. While I don't mean a full fledged campaign, it would be helpful to promote the show in some way, so people can see the Roxie lead."
Again, not happening for a 4-week stint. Producers aren't wasting their money promoting a nameless actor who's only there until Sorvino starts. They already began doing promos for Sorvino over the weekend.
Now we wait to see who joins Sorvino next Monday as Bokhour & Arnold leave next Sunday while Bianca & Mutu are only there through Sept. 28.
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.
#3512Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 9/14/25 at 7:55am
Is anyone going to see Mira Sorvino's debut as Roxie Hart tomorrow, Monday September 15th? It would be interesting to know your thoughts about her performance. The one thing I did not know about her was that she's a fairly tall at 5'10. Good luck to her!
"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)
#3513Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 9/16/25 at 11:39am
"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)
#3514Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 9/23/25 at 1:28pm
I am surprised that there has been no mention of Mira Sorvino's performance. How is she doing?
"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)
#3515Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 9/23/25 at 3:45pm
I’m also surprised at the zero fanfare she has gotten (it even looked like there were only about ten people at the stage door on her opening night). I’m going on Saturday.
#3516Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 9/23/25 at 4:43pm
Patti LuPone FANatic said: "I am surprised that there has been no mention of Mira Sorvino's performance. How is she doing?"
Reddit has mixed reviews.
And no news who's Velma and Billy starting next week...
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.
#3517Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 9/23/25 at 5:32pm
She does a lot or autograph conventions around Jersey.
personally i think she’s great and can’t wait to see her
#3518Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 9/23/25 at 5:40pm
ACL2006 said: "Patti LuPone FANatic said: "I am surprised that there has been no mention of Mira Sorvino's performance. How is she doing?"
Reddit has mixed reviews.
And no news who's Velma and Billy starting next week..." My wish would be for Terra C to make a return to the Ambassador. After all, she just finished her Canadian run. But, perhaps that ship has sailed.
"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)
#3519Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 9/24/25 at 2:24pm
They really did the bare minimum promoting her run. I remember when she posted on her IG, I asked her when she started, and she was like, "I don't know yet!" and it took forever for the show to even mention it.
"Hey little girls, look at all the men in shiny shirts and no wives!" - Jackie Hoffman, Xanadu, 19 Feb 2008
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