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Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread
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#1675Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 6/21/19 at 8:54pm
two random questions,
1.) When did the show start doing short contracts for the leads? Besides AFW and R. Lowe, the leads usually leave after 3-4 months.
2.) When did the show start stunt casting? I think it started around the same time the movie came out, but I can be wrong. The show still stunt cast, but it doesn't' seem as much as they did about 10 years ago.
#1676Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 6/22/19 at 8:22pm
Rachel Schur is on for Matron Mama Morton tonite (per her Instagram page).
"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)
#1677Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 6/27/19 at 10:03am
This is another opportunity to see Donna Marie Asbury perform. Her previous 54 Below concert was a sold-out success. https://www.broadwayworld.com/cabaret/article/AT-THIS-PERFORMANCE-Returns-To-The-Green-Room-July-1st-20190626?fbclid=IwAR0lWiYX1el5mzQg5C4dnnlgCfBT9nJWKBnEXxpuOXJWJiwySm5ozGIN0nA
"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)
#1678Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 6/30/19 at 4:48pm
https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Meet-the-Current-Cast-of-CHICAGO-on-Broadway-20190630
"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)
#1679Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 7/1/19 at 6:07pm
Saw the show last Friday. Yikes, what a mess! Most of the cast looked bored as hell, starting with Amra Faye Wright, who makes it more than obvious she's been doing the show for almost 20 years. Desi Oakley has little to no stage presence, and while her vocals her fine, I kept forgetting her character existed. The Billy, Mama, and Amos were great but couldn't save the show. They need to clean out most of the cast and just close this already.
#1680Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 7/1/19 at 6:42pm
At least AFW is leaving shortly to do the US tour in Asia. Curious who'll play Velma this summer? As for the ensemble, some are fairly new to the show, so it's sad to hear they look bored already.
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.
#1681Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 7/1/19 at 6:58pm
When AFW leaves on July 14, I think Lana Gordon will step into the role of Velma. Terra C is busy at the moment, playing "Tanya" in the Bucks County Playhouse production of "Mamma Mia" (until Aug. 3). There have been celebrity Velmas in the past. It has been quite a while that the Broadway "Chicago" has found a celebrity who would able to take on such a demanding role. It's incredible that very few ladies are available at any period of time to play Velma. The show is putting an effort to cast new players. Gary Cooper is a new Billy Flynn u/s. I'm not sure if he's had an opportunity to play the role. I've heard wonderful things (online) about Desi Oakley. Ryan Silverman is the current Billy Flynn (whose current contract runs till July 14). Now, there are plenty of potential Billy Flynns out there.
"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)
#1682Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 7/1/19 at 7:31pm
I do hope we have a new Velma for the summer, oftentimes those end dates get pushed back - oftentimes with AFW. Hoping to head back to the show mid-July to check-in with so many new faces.
"Hey little girls, look at all the men in shiny shirts and no wives!" - Jackie Hoffman, Xanadu, 19 Feb 2008
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#1683Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 7/1/19 at 10:13pm
Littleshopofcarrie said: "Saw the show last Friday. Yikes, what a mess! Most of the cast looked bored as hell, starting with Amra Faye Wright, who makes itmore than obvious she's been doing the show for almost 20 years.Desi Oakley has little to no stage presence, and while her vocals her fine, I kept forgetting her character existed. The Billy, Mama, and Amos were great but couldn't save the show. They need to clean out most of the cast and just close this already."
Chicago could benefit from overhauling the cast and bringing in new faces. I saw the show 10 years ago with AFW as Velma. The ensemble was visibly bored and phoning it in. I was relieved when it was finally over. It’s sad that this is still is still the case.
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#1684Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 7/2/19 at 2:37pm
Did anyone see Yonekura last night?
I'd love to catch her. I've lived in Japan on and off so I'm familiar with her work and this might be the excuse that will finally get me to see this production.
Anyone have any idea what the rush situation might be like? Any chance they'll sell SRO even if they aren't "sold out"? The stage door looked pretty crowded.
#1685Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 7/2/19 at 7:49pmSpending my fourth seeing Terra in “Mamma Mia!”. It’ll be fun not seeing her as Velma
#1686Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 7/2/19 at 7:59pmTheir rush is relatively easy. Probably very easy to win if you're going to try this weekend. Doubt they sell SRO this weekend. July 4th weekend is typically quiet in NYC.
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.
#1687Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 7/3/19 at 7:26pmYou can usually get rush after the box office opening.
#1688Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 7/3/19 at 7:26pmYou can usually get rush after the box office opening.
#1689Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 7/3/19 at 7:26pmYou can usually get rush after the box office opening.
#1690Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 7/9/19 at 12:43pm
Dylis Croman will be Roxie Hart at the Ambassador Theatre from July 29th --- August 18th. She is FAbulous!
"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)
#1691Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 7/9/19 at 12:53pm
https://www.broadwaybox.com/daily-scoop/introduce-yourselfie-chicago-star-haley-swindal/
"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)
#1692Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 7/9/19 at 12:56pmWho's playing Roxie from July 15 - 28 until Dylis arrives?
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.
#1693Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 7/9/19 at 1:00pm
Desi Oakley returns as Roxie on July15th.
"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)
#1694Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 7/9/19 at 1:02pm
Ryoko Yonekura is the current Roxie until July 14th.
"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)
#1695Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 7/10/19 at 12:30am
Peter Lockyer (most recent touring "Billy Flynn"
will join the Broadway company of "Chicago" from July 11-- 28th.
"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)
#1696Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 7/14/19 at 10:37pm
Starting tomorrow, Lana Gordon will play "Velma Kelly" in "Chicago". I hope she has a long stay.
"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)
#1697Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 7/15/19 at 4:24am
Patti LuPone FANatic said: "Starting tomorrow, Lana Gordon will play "Velma Kelly" in "Chicago". I hope she has a long stay."
yeah! She should be there until the end of August at least. The Japan section of the tour that AFW is doing runs until August 18.
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.
#1698Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 7/15/19 at 9:30pm
From what I have gleaned from social media, Lana Gordon will play Velma Kelly till sometime in the month of September.
"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)
#1699Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 7/16/19 at 12:45pm
https://bryantpark.org/events/2019/07/18/broadway-in-bryant-park?fbclid=IwAR1EVFcUFJHwkGBIDN5Pzd5uhVumOP3BIbdm0t7sc5gQg3pfdekftdz5qKI Lana Gordon, Desi Oakley and the cast of Chicago will take part in this annual event.
"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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