Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread — Page 142

quizking101 said: "I was curious to see Mira, but she’s not the kind of bombshell casting (Pamela Anderson, Jinkx Monsoon) where I would shell out more than a rush price. And since Chicago never has rush tickets, I think this falls into a “skip” for me.

Even if she’s not the greatest dancer or singer (per reports), I feel like there have been far worse people they’ve brought aboard. If anything, as long as she can hold a note, she can do as many a Roxie have done and just act through the song."

Chicago does have rush tickets, in person for $49. I think it's one of the rushes you can get after 10am and even when Pam Anderson was in the show I saw her through a rush ticket.

ACL2006 said: "Rush has in person rush that's usually easily obtainable."

Really? Wow. Literally ANY time I went (and I’m talking no Star casting - just needed something to see) to rush, I was told no, they only have standing room when sold out.

I got a single rush ticket for last night's performance about 10 minutes before curtain. Orchestra, Row H, seat 12. Did not have a problem at the box office at all. Mira, despite some hesitancy in her dancing, won me over by the end. I've seen Chicago 8 times post-pandemic and 23 times overall and it rarely disappoints. I'm glad that they continue to stunt cast Roxie to give us New Yorkers a reason to return. And at $49 a pop, it's always worth it.

Patti LuPone FANatic said: "I'll take a wild guess and say that it'll be Max Von Essen returning as Billy."

Mutu, Grovey & Bokhour are now there through Nov. 2.

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DPMmUhjgeG6/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link Both Amos and Roxie Hart celebrated birthdays recently at Chicago the Musical.

How was Sophie Carmen Jones? Is there anyone else aside from Pamela Anderson or Ariana Madix who can give the show a lift?

Jordan Catalano said: "Oh this one hurts. I’m a huuuge fan of Mira Sorvino for over 30 years now so learning I would finally being able to see her on stage was so exciting. Unfortunately this just isn’t the right fit for her and I’m being as kind as I can with that wording.

But that’s wasn’t even the worst part of tonight. I’ve seen this production God knows how many times over the past three decades and this was the first time I sat there thinking “it’s time to close up shop”. The half-filled audience was BORED and everyone onstage seemed to have even less energy than the audience did. It’s like seeing “Perfect Crime” now. This was (sadly) painful tonight."

I've been waiting patiently for you to weigh in, so this is disappointing. Is it the dancing, singing, or acting that isn't landing? She looks like a million bucks, at least.

Some may have wondered why I favor Chicago the musical so much. Once I saw it for the first time on St. Patrick's Day 2011, I was hooked. Over the years, I have met quite a few of the cast members at the stage door. I've had a couple of opportunities for a back stage visit. I remember Ryan Lowe (Mary Sunshine) because he was collecting money using a red bucket. We've been acquainted over the years, since 2011. Another cast member who has made an impression is Jason Patrick Sands. I remember him when he played the role of Don in A Chorus Line. He reminded me of a blonde Beach Boy. He holds an impressive record of going into one show after the other. Essentially, I follow Chicago as one would follow individual players of a sports team like the Yankees or Jets. What Chicago cast member has made an impression on you?

MimiChika said: "Rumor is Kate Baldwin is the next Roxy"

Absolutely not. Baldwin has a solid career; even in regional theaters, there's no need for her to jump into this show just for a paycheck.

Max Clayton is back in Chicago covering for Jeff Gorti who is out on leave temporarily.

Jordan Catalano said: "MimiChika said: "Rumor is Kate Baldwin is the next Roxy"

Is that a rumor you just decided to start?"

Kate Baldwin is a Tony nominee and one of the best lyrical sopranos we have. She is better than that and also the role would not fit her AT ALL.

If OP said Kate ROCKWELL, I’d be more inclined to believe it since it would coincide with her departure from HEATHERS.

MimiChika said: "Rumor is Kate Baldwin is the next Roxy"

Are you thinking Kate Hudson? Because that would make a lot more sense.

What about Jason Patrick Sands?