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Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread
#2275Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 12/28/21 at 7:56pm
Rachel Chase is on as Roxie Hart tonight (per her IG).
"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)
#2276Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 12/28/21 at 10:39pm
So apparently COVID has hit Chicago again, hence why Amra is probably back. Ryan Lowe(Mary Sunshine) has been mostly out since late November. Joseph London left the show (planned) on December 12. Chris Caballero replaced J. London and has been going on since he left. The show has brought in newbie Jayke Workman as an additional Mary Sunshine cover. Pilar Millhollen & Eddie Bennett have both be back with the show since mid-December.
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.
#2277Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 12/30/21 at 7:58am
https://youtu.be/e7hqqFt3ZpA From 2013, this is Jennifer Fouche (current Matron Mama Morton in "Chicago"
singing "When You're Good To Mama".
"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)
#2278Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 12/30/21 at 8:08am
On this date, December 30, 1926, "Chicago" opened for the first time. https://www.playbill.com/production/chicago-music-box-theatre-vault-0000002694
"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)
#2279Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 1/1/22 at 1:32pm
For tonight, J London is on as Amos Hart. He's back!
"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: 1/2/22 at 01:32 PM
#2280Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 1/1/22 at 2:42pm
Patti LuPone FANatic said: "For tonight, Jason London is on as Amos Hart. He's back!"
*Joseph London
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.
#2281Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 1/1/22 at 7:31pm
He’s back?
a Mary sunshine or Amos gets a back?
forfivemoreminutes
Featured Actor Joined: 9/24/21
#2282Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 1/1/22 at 9:39pm
Has Amra replaced Bianca now? My friend was at the show tonight and instead of an understudy slip it said “we welcome to the company Amra-Faye Wright, Joseph London, [and two others].”
#2283Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 1/1/22 at 9:59pm
Oooops. If J. London is back, does that mean that Christophe Caballero is no longer with the 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)
#2284Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 1/1/22 at 10:51pm
Patti LuPone FANatic said: "Oooops. If J. London is back, does that mean that Christophe Caballero is no longer with the cast?"
Not sure, but Caballero played Mary Sunshine on Thursday. R. Lowe still appears to be out. They should keep him as a swing/Mary Sunshine standby for a while.
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.
#2285Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 1/1/22 at 11:31pm
Christophe Caballero is still listed as a "standby" in the official Chicago site. I'm still curious as to who might replace Ana Villafane. While there haven't been any whispers about Emma Pittman, the upcoming Roxie could be Dylis Croman or Charlotte D'Amboise. Either Dylis or Charlotte would be a wonderful mentor to Emma Pittman prior to a potential Pittman 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)
#2286Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 1/2/22 at 2:19pm
Joseph London is on as "Amos Hart" today at the 2:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. shows.
"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)
#2287Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 1/2/22 at 3:23pm
Cast lists get updated on Monday typically on Playbill. Curious to see if they keep Caballero.
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.
#2288Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 1/2/22 at 11:58pm
I saw Christophe Caballero once as Mary Sunshine (Fort Worth 2018). In that character, he bears a strong resemblance to Molly Ringwald.
"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)
#2289Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 1/3/22 at 1:16pm
Chicago Cellblock Tour veteran Matthew Winnege is making his Broadway debut (in place of Michael Scirrotto) in the role of "The Jury". I've seen Matthew play this role on tour. Audiences will be in for a treat!
"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: 1/3/22 at 01:16 PM
#2290Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 1/3/22 at 1:44pm
The editing feature is not working properly. Matthew Winnege is filling in temporarily for Michael Scirrotto.
"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)
#2291Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 1/3/22 at 2:23pm
Looks like Colt Adam Weiss is also back for a bit, not sure how long.
"Hey little girls, look at all the men in shiny shirts and no wives!" - Jackie Hoffman, Xanadu, 19 Feb 2008
#2292Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 1/4/22 at 9:51am
James Monroe Iglehart will join the Broadway company of “Chicago” as Billy Flynn, starting January 17th!
BroadwayNews.com
"Hey little girls, look at all the men in shiny shirts and no wives!" - Jackie Hoffman, Xanadu, 19 Feb 2008
Tag
Broadway Legend Joined: 11/19/05
#2293Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 1/4/22 at 11:51am
Seems like he'd be a better fit for Amos.
#2294Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 1/4/22 at 12:03pm
Tag said: "Seems like he'd be a better fit for Amos."
Really? With his stature and personality, I easily see him as a Billy Flynn.
"Hey little girls, look at all the men in shiny shirts and no wives!" - Jackie Hoffman, Xanadu, 19 Feb 2008
BrodyFosse123
Broadway Legend Joined: 2/27/06
#2295Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 1/4/22 at 12:22pm
Tag said: "Seems like he'd be a better fit for Amos."
You definitely don’t have a grasp on business logistics. 
#2296Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 1/4/22 at 12:39pm
They announce a new Billy, but no announcement on the new Velma and Roxie set to begin next Monday?
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.
RWPrincess
Broadway Legend Joined: 12/7/18
#2297Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 1/4/22 at 12:40pm
I was in no rush to see this but I'm excited to see James as Billy Flynn
Tag
Broadway Legend Joined: 11/19/05
#2298Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 1/4/22 at 12:44pm
BrodyFosse123 said: "Tag said: "Seems like he'd be a better fit for Amos."
You definitely don’t have a grasp on business logistics. "
You think he'll bring in business? Maybe a few theater nerds.
BrodyFosse123
Broadway Legend Joined: 2/27/06
#2299Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 1/4/22 at 1:31pm
Tag said: "BrodyFosse123 said: "Tag said: "Seems like he'd be a better fit for Amos."
You definitely don’t have a grasp on business logistics. "
You think he'll bring in business? Maybe a few theater nerds."
He definitely won’t explode the box office but he has some valuable creds for marketing his name and generate some business. The smoke and mirrors of the entertainment industry: razzle dazzle them, so to speak. Market him like he’s a really big deal since he’s a Tony Award winner. The simplest things created a “Wow!” factor that grab tourist attention.
“Now starring Tony Award winner James Monroe Inglehart as Billy Flynn!”
Tourists will definitely have zero idea who he is but he’s a Tony Award winner (whatever that it), so he’s someone. Oooh. 
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