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[Robbie2]

Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread #575

Posted: 1/8/15 at 6:16pm

Keep the new blood coming in...
Charlotte great a short n sweet return~

"Anything you do, let it it come from you--then it will be new." Sunday in the Park with George

[Patti LuPone FANatic]

Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread #576

Posted: 1/8/15 at 11:39pm

Bianca Marroquin's last day with the Broadway company will be January 11th. From January 11-20, Chicago veteran Dylis Croman will be Roxie Hart. Afterwards, Charlotte D'Amboise begins her 14 show limited run. (from TheatreMania)


Roxie Veterans Return

"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: 1/8/15 at 11:39 PM

[HorseTears]

Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread #577

Posted: 1/9/15 at 3:59am

Man, getting rid of Amra-Faye Wright and bringing back Charlotte D'Amboise? Those are pretty much the two things that would get back to Chicago. I saw Charlotte's Roxie perhaps a decade ago and I still remember how perfect she was in every imaginable way. Short run. Wonder what she's off to next - perhaps just a well deserved break.

[Patti LuPone FANatic]

Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread #578

Posted: 1/9/15 at 4:27am

Hopefully, Charlotte can return as Roxie on March 30th for a much longer run.

"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)

[Patti LuPone FANatic]

Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread #579

Posted: 1/18/15 at 2:31pm

Belated happy birthday to Bianca Marroquin...born January 15, 1975.

"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)

[Patti LuPone FANatic]

Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread #580

Posted: 1/19/15 at 11:28am

BWW interviews Terra C MacLeod, prior to the Kansas City opening of the show. It was an informative interview...with the exception of two things. He actually asked "how old are you" and "who was the most famous person you worked with"? She handled the first question with class, by not answering it. The second one: "famous is subjective." Steve Wilson...seriously? from RC in Austin, Texas... soon to be in San Antonio, TX seeing my favorite show on Sat. Jan. 31, 2015. I bought tickets for both the 2:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. shows.
BWW Interviews Terra C : Velma Kelly

"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)

[Patti LuPone FANatic]

Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread #581

Posted: 1/19/15 at 11:58pm

I don't recall if I've posted the current national tour cast, so here goes. They are all talented and fit. Adam Pellegrine looks especially easy on the eyes. : )
Chicago National Tour Cast

"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)

[Patti LuPone FANatic]

Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread #582

Posted: 1/20/15 at 12:02am

Next two tour stops are: January 20-25 (Kansas City) and January 27-31 in San Antonio (a mere 75 miles or so away from Austin).

"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)

[ljay889]

Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread #583

Posted: 1/20/15 at 12:14am

I wish that we'd get a new Amos on Broadway. Bokhour is done on the 1st. I'd love to see a brand new Amos with the three new leads that will be starting soon.

Updated On: 1/20/15 at 12:14 AM

[Patti LuPone FANatic]

Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread #584

Posted: 1/20/15 at 11:55am

I would love to see Kevin Chamberlin as "Amos". There's something quite appealing about him. I saw him in "Addams Family." His love song to the moon is priceless. He hasn't played "Amos" in quite a few years.

"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)

[Littleshopofcarrie]

Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread #585

Posted: 1/22/15 at 11:16am

Charlotte D'Amboise starts tonight! Anybody going during her run?

[ljay889]

Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread #586

Posted: 1/24/15 at 6:43pm

Dossett is injured. Gemignani stepping in. I am interested in seeing both in the role.

https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Alexander-Gemignani-Rejoins-the-Cast-of-Broadways-CHICAGO-as-Billy-Flynn-125-20150124

[vitamins]

Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread #587

Posted: 1/25/15 at 10:26pm

I saw Charlotte's first performance last week, and she absolutely blew me away. I think she's one of, if not the best Roxie of all time, and any chance to see her in this role, which she still masterfully keeps fresh after over 2500 performances, is an absolute treat.

[ljay889]

Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread #588

Posted: 1/27/15 at 5:58pm

Rehearsal vlog with Jennifer and Carly. I'm excited to see these two.

http://www.broadway.com/videos/155863/hart-soul-backstage-at-chicago-with-jennifer-nettles-episode-1-warming-up/#play

[everythingtaboo]

Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread #589

Posted: 1/27/15 at 10:18pm

Telecharge says Bokhour is staying until 3/29. I can't remember if I've seen him before, so I guess it'll be a new Amos to me.

"Hey little girls, look at all the men in shiny shirts and no wives!" - Jackie Hoffman, Xanadu, 19 Feb 2008

[ljay889]

Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread #590

Posted: 1/27/15 at 10:52pm

Bokhour is a bore. I always miss the new and interesting Amos', like when Fitzgerald played it before playing Billy.

Updated On: 1/27/15 at 10:52 PM

[ljay889]

Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread #591

Posted: 1/27/15 at 10:58pm

And Chris Sullivan. I always miss the younger Amos!



And here's Fitzgerald.

[Patti LuPone FANatic]

Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread #592

Posted: 1/28/15 at 12:01pm

I don't agree with ljay's assessment of Raymond Bokhour. He makes a pretty good Amos, as I have seen him at least once. He is FAR from boring. RC in Austin, Texas (seeing the Chicago tour in San Antonio this Jan. 31, 2015).

"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)

[BobBenson]

Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread #593

Posted: 1/28/15 at 7:36pm

Yes, yes, yes!!!! Keep the new folks coming in, people. I could go three lifetimes and never need to see Brenda Braxton as Velma Kelly. She was adequate and that's it. Amra-Faye Wright is okay, but after awhile, I'd like to go back and see someone else.

[acekatherineplumber2]

Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread #594

Posted: 1/28/15 at 10:44pm

Has anyone seen Tonya Wathen as Roxie? She's an understudy, but I had the pleasure of seeing her and she was nothing short of fabulous.

[Patti LuPone FANatic]

Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread #595

Posted: 1/29/15 at 12:05pm

A glowing review from the San Antonio Express News. Chicago is currently playing in S.A. until Feb. 1, 2015.
Chicago in San Antonio

"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)

[gleek4114]

Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread #596

Posted: 1/29/15 at 12:15pm

Does anyone know if the tour is continuing into the next 2015 - 2016 season? I missed it in Nashville and would love to try to catch it somewhere somewhat close to me.

[Patti LuPone FANatic]

Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread #597

Posted: 1/29/15 at 10:14pm

from Playbill.com Carly Hughes and Jennifer Nettles. Rehearsals.
Carly and Jennifer

"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)

[Patti LuPone FANatic]

Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread #598

Posted: 1/31/15 at 6:54pm

Here with Terra C MacLeod at the San Antonio Majestic Theatre stage door, on a rainy Saturday afternoon. I have to get some din din and get ready for the 8 pm 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)

[Patti LuPone FANatic]

Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread #599

Posted: 2/1/15 at 7:58am

I don't know how to post multiple pictures,so here goes. I had a fantastic time at the Majestic. The Saturday, January 31st shows were awesome! Bianca Marroquin was simple amazing as Roxie Hart. Throughout the years, she had added her own personal touches to the role. She's quite the comedienne at times and very vivacious. What can I say about Miss Terra C. Her role of Velma Kelly is likeable, even though she murdered her husband and sister. The role is quite arduous, but she does it with finesse and an element of steel. C. Newcomer is simple stunning as Mary Sunshine. He is quite believable as a woman. I was amazed that many in the audience were stunned at "the reveal." His voice is sublime. You could close your eyes and think you were at an opera. (He is part of the upcoming cast of "The Visit.") John O'Hurley is charming as Billy Flynn. He got quite a bit of applause in his intro. Roz Ryan (as Mama Morton) does an amazing job. Her voice is quite captivating and filled with gusto. Jacob Keith Watson (Amos) is outstanding as Amos. He has a fresh faced appeal about him. The audience was truly sympathizing with his character. This talented man has quite a future with the show. After the show, someone wanted a group picture, so I also managed to take that picture as well. He is the one on the left. Christophe Caballero (swing)played the role of Aaron in the first show, while Colt Adam Weiss performed in the second show. Both of them were awesome! At the stage door, Christophe was chatting with the other fans for a while. There was a bit of a drizzle while he waited for other castmates to emerge. I asked him about the typhoon in the Philippines. He said that they escaped the worst of the effects. Very charming fellow. I spoke a wee bit with some of the ensemble. Chris LeBeau spoke about the next tour stop (Gainesville FL). The subject of BWW did come up in the conversation. Some of them mention that they're familiar with this board. I did say that most of the posts in here are o.k., while some are indifferent and snarky. Allison Blair McDowell (Mona) is also a Roxie Hart AND Velma Kelly understudy. I truly admire anyone who can handle both difficult roles. Adam Pellegrine (Harry/Martin Harrison)makes his presence felt on the stage. He's a very good performer...and quite easy on the eyes. Finally, I did get a surprise when Miss Terra C presented me with an (updated) Chicago programme, signed by the cast. It was quite a generous gesture. It's too bad the Playbill didn't included pictures of the cast. All in all, I had a very wonderful time with both shows. My next tour stop is April 4th (2015) in Fort Worth, TX (west of Dallas). RC in San Antonio, TX

"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)