Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread- Page 86

[BrodyFosse123]

Posted: 9/11/21 at 9:43am

Patti LuPone FANatic said: "https://youtu.be/jPm1ccVt2XQ Chita Rivera and LIza Minnelli perform "Hot Honey Rag" Chicago 1975."

This is silent home movie of Liza’s tech rehearsal (hence Chita’s black t-shirt).  The audio (with the applause) is from an audio bootleg and synced to the footage.  Yes, that’s Bob Fosse roaming the front of the stage.  This clip was first seen recently in the 2021 documentary BROADWAY: BEYOND THE GOLDEN AGE. 

Updated On: 9/11/21 at 09:43 AM

[BrodyFosse123]

Posted: 9/11/21 at 12:13pm

Ana’s Roxie Hart will be sporting a short blonde wig: 

[JBradshaw]

Posted: 9/11/21 at 11:55pm

The Vegas production also used the logo show curtain.
*I no a fan*

Princess Eden Espinosa is something I need to see I’m just realizing.

[ACL2006]

Posted: 9/12/21 at 9:01am

Szot mentions in the Playbill interview that he only got the call 3 weeks ago. So I have to imagine whoever they originally had backed out last minute.

[bwayphreak234]

Posted: 9/12/21 at 9:23am

everythingtaboo said: "NEW SHOW CURTAIN!!!

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Usually I’m not a fan of show logos on the curtain, but I kind of like this.

 

[everythingtaboo]

Posted: 9/12/21 at 1:37pm

bwayphreak234 said: "Usually I’m not a fan of show logos on the curtain, but I kind of like this."

I loved it at first, now I'm not sure. It sure does look damn pretty (and Instagrammable) but I kind of love the simplicity of the golden frame and the "Ladies and gentlemen..." breaking into the frame. 

 

[BCfitasafiddle]

Posted: 9/12/21 at 1:41pm

I haven't been excited by Chicago in ages. I haven't had a desire to see it since maybe 2014 or 15? 

But, I'm so looking forward to seeing this new cast. I think it's a feeling of quintessential Broadway that will be so thrilling to have back. 

[FANtomFollies]

Posted: 9/12/21 at 3:51pm

everythingtaboo sa
id: "bwayphreak234 said: "Usually I’m not a fan of show logos on the curtain, but I kind of like this."
I loved it at first, now I'm not sure. It sure does look damn pretty (and Instagrammable) but I kind of love the simplicity of the golden frame and the "Ladies and gentlemen..." breaking into the frame.

"

I agree - though I wonder if this new curtain will be down at the start of the show, or maybe instead will be just at intermission or even the end of show, like the recent 'Hello, Dolly!' revival did. I would prefer if the plain black curtain was used at the top of the show.

[BrodyFosse123]

Posted: 9/12/21 at 4:56pm

This new “stage curtain” is a projection on the black scrim. It slowly fades out at the start of the Overture. The black scrim slowly rises at the same point as it always did.

[mrscott]

Posted: 9/12/21 at 7:51pm

BrodyFosse123 said: "This new “stage curtain” is a projection on the black scrim. It slowly fades out at the start of the Overture. The black scrim slowly rises at the same point as it always did."

You say this with some authority but it is not true. It is a new scrim with black textured lettering across the width of the scrim. The lettering will pick up whatever color is shone on it. The pre-show announcement begins with the letters in gold to match the proscenium, but they gradually turn red as the pre-show announce ends. 

[Patti LuPone FANatic]

Posted: 9/12/21 at 10:59pm

I'm so excited about seeing "Chicago" this Friday (knock wood), that I'm shivering with "an ti ci......"

[JBradshaw]

Posted: 9/13/21 at 12:56am

Ain’t worth commenting but

I’ve always wanted a Chris Diamantopoulos and a Becki Newton Roxie and Billy combo.

[Lunalaaaaaaaa]

Posted: 9/13/21 at 6:15pm

ACL2006 said: "Szot mentions in the Playbill interview that he only got the call 3 weeks ago. So I have to imagine whoever they originally had backed out last minute."

Jaime Camil? 

[Patti LuPone FANatic]

Posted: 9/13/21 at 10:10pm

It appears I have an extra ticket for "Chicago" on Friday, September 17, 2021 at 8:00 p.m.  I posted this on the Sell section.  But since I don't know how many people actually go to that section, I thought I'd mention it here as well.  Private message me if you are interested.  Roman in Austin, Texas   P.S.  The ticket is Center Orchestra Row A. 

[BrodyFosse123]

Posted: 9/14/21 at 5:39am

Ana as Roxie at last night’s invited dress rehearsal: 

[everythingtaboo]

Posted: 9/14/21 at 11:57am

mrscott said: "BrodyFosse123 said: "This new “stage curtain” is a projection on the black scrim. It slowly fades out at the start of the Overture. The black scrim slowly rises at the same point as it always did."

You say this with some authority but it is not true. It is a new scrim with black textured lettering across the width of the scrim. The lettering will pick up whatever color is shone on it. The pre-show announcement begins with the letters in gold to match the proscenium, but they gradually turn red as the pre-show announce ends."

Looking at some IG stories last night, it looks like the Chicago lettering is actually separate from the scrim, it looks like it appears by itself over the bows.

[Lunalaaaaaaaa]

Posted: 9/14/21 at 3:20pm

Do we think they'll do anything special for their 25th anniversary performances?

[Patti LuPone FANatic]

Posted: 9/14/21 at 7:22pm

One step at a time.  Patience.

[Patti LuPone FANatic]

Posted: 9/15/21 at 12:29am

https://www.broadwayworld.com/videoplay/VIDEO-Get-A-Look-at-All-That-Jazz-As-CHICAGO-Reopens-On-Broadway-20210914

[Dolly80]

Posted: 9/15/21 at 2:15am

It looks like that’s the illuminated sign they use at the end of the show, behind the scrim. But it looks glittery in that photo- perhaps it’s all LED?

Updated On: 9/15/21 at 02:15 AM

[Patti LuPone FANatic]

Posted: 9/15/21 at 6:29am

My extra ticket is still available.  So far, no offers.  It would be horrific if it were to go to waste.  PM if you're interested in accompanying me...as my guest.  

[iluvtheatertrash]

Posted: 9/15/21 at 8:28am

Hi Patti LuPone Fanatic, I’m sending you a PM!

[JBradshaw]

Posted: 9/15/21 at 8:33pm

-Well the skunk Lillias is wearing as a wig is hideous

- I miss the Ute marquis

- Bianca an incorrect word in JAZZ, kinda made me happy.

- the glitter show logo is growing on me

[jonartdesigns]

Posted: 9/15/21 at 10:55pm

Who is that on the new marquee? She looks familiar.

Also I am NOT a fan of Angel Reda's new costume. I think it's the sleeves, it feels disconnected from the rest of the ensemble wardrobe.

 

[everythingtaboo]

Posted: 9/15/21 at 11:24pm

jonartdesigns said: "Who is that on the new marquee? She looks familiar.

Also I am NOT a fan of Angel Reda's new costume. I think it's the sleeves,it feels disconnected from the rest of the ensemble wardrobe.

"

Jennifer Noble, most recently seen in on Broadway in King Kong.