Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread — Page 151

ACL2006 said: "So, does this mean Ryan Lowe is the 7th cast member that got fired? Surprised Kilgore would take this role considering how small it is"

Based on Lowe’s performance I saw last week, I’d say maybe so. Unless he’s taking an extended leave of some kind. But it also isn’t surprising an actor like Mykal Kilgore would take a role like this. Chicago’s an institution of its own. It’s a guaranteed paycheck, and - if he wants and does well in the role - allows him carte blanche to come and go for other contracts. It’s the between-gigs dream job, or the safe place to land, depending on how you look at it.

Is this the first time Mary Sunshine has been played by a POC? Honestly surprised Lowe was let go but it'll be nice to have a fresh start on that front.

Chelsea James as Dance Captain. Isn't that usually David Bushman? Does that mean he's out?

Would someone compile a complete list of cast members who are leaving Feb. 1st?  

Patti LuPone FANatic said: "Would someone compile a complete list of cast members who are leaving Feb. 1st?"

David Bushman

Arian Keddell 

Celina Nightengale

Drew Nellessen

Barrett Martin

Sharon Moore

Jeff Gorti

everythingtaboo said: "Is this the first time Mary Sunshine has been played by a POC? Honestly surprised Lowe was let go but it'll benice to have a fresh start on that front.

I’m surprised that he’s being billed as M. Kilgore. He’s already a known entity in theatre circles and so a large part of the audience is already going to go in knowing that Mary Sunshine is actually a man in drag - which kind of deflates the gag reveal in Act II. Also, I’m curious if they are going to do the operatic singing voice or a different take (like R&B)

 

Christopher J. Kelley replaces David Bushman as a swing.

Tia Altinay replaces Arian Keddell as Mona.

Danielle Marie Gonzalez replaces Celina Nightengale as June(u/s Mama)

Austin Dunn replaces Drew Nellessen as Bailiff

Jeff Sullivan replaces Barrett Martin as Sergeant Fogarty(u/s Billy Flynn)

Chelsea James replaces Sharon Moore as a swing.

Austin Dunn (upcoming bailiff)

ACL2006 said: "Christopher J. Kelley replaces David Bushman as a swing.

Tia Altinay replaces Arian Keddell as Mona.

Danielle Marie Gonzalez replaces Celina Nightengale as June(u/s Mama)

Austin Dunn replaces Drew Nellessen as Bailiff

Jeff Sullivan replaces Barrett Martin as Sergeant Fogarty(u/s Billy Flynn)

Chelsea James replaces Sharon Moore as a swing."

sorry, Austin Dunn will be the swing & Christopher J. Kelley is the new bailiff. Also, Dunn & Chelsea James are a couple.

Whitney leavitt will be on Kelly and mark tomorrow 

Happy retirement Sharon Moore!!

 

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curious to hear if there are any speeches after tonight's show for anyone attending?

There’s a beautiful Chicago tradition most audiences never see: on your final show, during the entr’acte, you step onto the empty stage and dance your goodbye as the orchestra plays.

Tonight, we say happy trials to too many incredible humans. I was swung out and lucky enough to watch them dance in a space they’ve given so much of their lives to. Closing the moment is Sharon Moore, a true legend who’s been part of Chicago for 29 YEARS! HAPPY TRAILS, FRIENDS! What a run!

 

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Who’s catching Whitney’s Roxie debut this evening?