Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread- Page 77
Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread
#1900Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 6/20/21 at 11:26pm
For many, speculation is all that we have until it's confirmed or disproven. Now that I think about it, it doesn't seem plausible that Lillias White would blurt out something that significant. I'm sure that the people who wind up being the principals of the newest cast will have to adhere to a sort of theatrical omerta.
"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)
#1901Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 6/27/21 at 7:27pm
I'm almost sure this video has been shown here, but it's still interesting to see this footage of the 1975 production of "Chicago". https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RjMMbm6pGXM
"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)
BrodyFosse123
Broadway Legend Joined: 2/27/06
#1902Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 6/27/21 at 7:47pm
Patti LuPone FANatic said: "I'm almost sure this video has been shown here, but it's still interesting to see this footage of the 1975 production of "Chicago".https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RjMMbm6pGXM"
This is home movies from a tech rehearsal prior to heading out for the first out-of-town stop, hence why the cut “Loopin’ the Loop” and their “act” with Chita on drums and Gwen on saxophone is seen in this. “Keep it Hot”/Hot Honey Rag” replaced both of these.
#1903Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 6/28/21 at 4:52pm
https://muny.org/show/chicago/ MUNY's cast of "Chicago", with Sarah Bowden as Roxie Hart, J. Harrison Ghee as Velma Kelly, Emily Skinner as Matron Mama Morton and James T. Lane as Billy Flynn.
"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: 6/28/21 at 04:52 PM
Lunalaaaaaaaa
Broadway Star Joined: 7/16/21
#1904Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 7/16/21 at 5:49pm
Has there been any confirmation/any other news of who will be in Chicago on Broadway when it returns in September? (Though from my understanding, Emma Pittman will be Roxie)
#1905Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 7/17/21 at 12:34pm
Mazz Murray and Laura Tryer perform "Class" from "Chicago". (London 2018) https://youtu.be/XkCjek_XVUQ
"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)
#1906Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 7/22/21 at 10:41am
I checked the official Chicago the Music website to see if there was any news. I did manage to find out that there is a limited tour in Britain, beginning Sept. 11th. https://chicagothemusical.com/international-tour/
"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)
#1907Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 7/26/21 at 3:48amWill never happen but we NEED Linzi Hatley and Frances Rufelle as Roxie on Broadway.
#1908Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 8/3/21 at 8:47pm
Shocked I’ve never seen this video -
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=8wE3bLUtZrc
Marilu Henner as Roxie - she’s one of my favorites.
I miss the old days when people had 6 or 9 month runs.
It was fun watching Marilu grow in role from her first week to her last performance.
Always find this funny Marilu with Ann’s voice and Jeff with David’s voice -
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=INMxsQvLpIY
Ps - I’m curious any super old school fans that was at that last performance that also slept out, in the snow, all night in Shubert Alley for rush tickets? Since I’m asking was anyone on here in Bebe’s first last show rush line? That was a two day, but fun as hell, rush.
#1909Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 8/8/21 at 1:55pm
On this day in 1975, Liza Minnelli joined the cast of "Chicago". https://www.playbill.com/article/playbill-vaults-today-in-theatre-history-august-8-com-107550?fbclid=IwAR2xSiOxCO-BVS4uCN13WqIw0TqdUIfa7mcIpY7gtOcDb8Vy74oCezfZICo
"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)
#1910Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 8/11/21 at 9:54pm
Ryan Lowe posted on Instagram that he is returning as Mary Sunshine. "The bitch is back". (his words)
"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)
#1911Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 8/12/21 at 1:49pmChicago is adding back Thursday evening performances for September and October. This brings them up to doing 6 shows a week now until November.
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.
#1912Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 8/12/21 at 2:23pm
Patti LuPone FANatic said: "Ryan Lowe posted on Instagram that he is returning as Mary Sunshine. "The bitch is back". (his words)"
Was there any doubt? I'm just hoping you-know-who isn't reopening the show...
ACL2006 said: "Chicago is adding back Thursday evening performances for September and October. This brings them up to doing 6 shows a week now until November."
So glad they opened up those Thursdays! Was able to snag some of my favorite first row seats for 9/23!
"Hey little girls, look at all the men in shiny shirts and no wives!" - Jackie Hoffman, Xanadu, 19 Feb 2008
#1913Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 8/12/21 at 3:22pm
everythingtaboo said: "
Was there any doubt? I'm just hoping you-know-who isn't reopening the show...!"
last I heard - months ago - you know who has hung up her silver shoes with rhinestone buckles for good but who knows that could have changed 🤗
Nolan LuPone
Featured Actor Joined: 8/9/21
#1914Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 8/12/21 at 4:22pm
everythingtaboo said: Was there any doubt? I'm just hoping you-know-who isn't reopening the show...
Are you referencing Amra-Faye Wright?
#1915Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 8/12/21 at 7:51pm
Nolan LuPone said: "everythingtaboo said:Was there any doubt? I'm just hoping you-know-who isn't reopening the show...
Are you referencing Amra-FayeWright?"
Yes. She mentioned that on a Stars in the House reunion of Velmas that she has retired.
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.
#1916Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 8/16/21 at 3:26pm
Based on their IG, Jessica Ernest is back at Go-To-Hell Kitty and Roxie u/s, and Christine Cornish Smith is joining as Hunyak and Velma u/s! (Christine as Velma I'd love to see!)
"Hey little girls, look at all the men in shiny shirts and no wives!" - Jackie Hoffman, Xanadu, 19 Feb 2008
#1917Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 8/16/21 at 5:18pmWe should get a cast announcement soon.
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.
#1918Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 8/16/21 at 7:59pm
Barrett Martin's IG refers to putting on those black tights again...yay!
"Hey little girls, look at all the men in shiny shirts and no wives!" - Jackie Hoffman, Xanadu, 19 Feb 2008
#1919Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 8/16/21 at 8:40pm
Christine Cornish...was she in Cats several years ago? By the way, it would be wonderful if Lillias White does get cast as Mama Morton. Also, Haley Swindal is an absolutely phenomenal Mama. She sang Mama's signature song in a Cameo I requested.
"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: 8/16/21 at 08:40 PM
DAME
Broadway Legend Joined: 4/15/04
#1920Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 8/16/21 at 8:43pmNot sure if this has been mentioned here before. But I was fascinated by the footage of what I imagine was Liza's put in rehearsal for Chicago on the recent Golden Age documentary. Maybe it has been around but I have never seen it before. I thought it was the coolest minutes of the documentary.
HUSSY POWER!
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#1921Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 8/16/21 at 10:38pm
Patti LuPone FANatic said: "Christine Cornish...was she in Cats several years ago?"
She was! And if you saw her vlogs during the show's run, you saw she was hilarious! Would love to see her go on as Velma.
"Hey little girls, look at all the men in shiny shirts and no wives!" - Jackie Hoffman, Xanadu, 19 Feb 2008
#1922Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 8/16/21 at 10:54pm
From a post on Twitter
"Ana Villafañe said at her Tavern on the Green concert tonight that she begins rehearsals tomorrow for her next Broadway show."
Further comments on the post heavily implied that it's Chicago.
ErmengardeStopSniveling
Broadway Legend Joined: 9/20/18
#1923Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 8/16/21 at 11:02pm
Villafañe as Velma? I don't know what her dance abilities are, but on paper that could be great casting.
I assume we get a cast announcement tomorrow then, since the cat will get out of the bag otherwise.
#1924Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 8/17/21 at 10:43am
As Roxie or Velma, I could see that happening. It would be a fun way to open the show, and show off her comedic chops, especially since she's a lead in the Night Court reboot that's working on its pilot.
"Hey little girls, look at all the men in shiny shirts and no wives!" - Jackie Hoffman, Xanadu, 19 Feb 2008
