Yeah, I think that's what he meant. I remember he mentioned it in the Dramatists Guild conversation with Adam Guettel, up on YouTube now. I still think it's a little harsh, he didn't seem to be a fan at all.
It's coming back to me now...it makes sense the A Chorus Line songs were in the same episode...the show was so music-heavy, I couldn't recall, and was starting to think I had imagined it. I'm way overdue a re-watch of this series.
You're right to think that, uncageg. The live musicians and amplified sound quality on the tour was so good...I'm sure David has made sure it's of the same standard on Broadway.
Help me out - did Jane Krakowski sing "Dance Ten, Looks Three" in Ally McBeal? I think I remember her singing it in the show, but I may be thinking of some totally different appearance elsewhere. If so, does anybody know what episode/season? I can't find it on YouTube.
Her "The Music and the Mirror" is there, though, and of course worth a watch.