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Chicago the Musical Appreciation Thread
#2250Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 11/29/21 at 9:01pm
ACL2006 said: "This show is really just asking to close. It is a most challenging time with the show. But I feel the show will weather this storm and emerge stronger than ever...and more cautious as well.
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"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)
#2251Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 11/29/21 at 10:57pm
I don't know. The show is playing to 50% capacity houses now. With no names lined-up for the Winter, it'll be even worse.
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.
#2252Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 11/29/21 at 11:20pm
I think folks would be surprised how quickly svog money has been spent.
It was an essential program but not well thought out. Haste really does make waste.
blaxx
Broadway Legend Joined: 6/28/05
#2253Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 11/30/21 at 12:10am
Over a decade ago, posters craving this show to close seemed vile and cruel. Now it's just laughable and pathetic.
Producers certainly have had the last laugh over the envious nobody queens.
Listen, I don't take my clothes off for anyone, even if it is "artistic". - JANICE
#2254Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 12/1/21 at 9:40pm
I agree with Blaxx. While there is cause for concern and caution, "Chicago" and its endurance reminds me of Cher. Both are equally indestructible.
"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)
#2255Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 12/2/21 at 2:48pm
Tonight's show appears to be on as it's up at TKTS. Let's see if it happens.
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.
BrodyFosse123
Broadway Legend Joined: 2/27/06
#2256Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 12/3/21 at 3:00pm
Ana is back tonight. After a 10 day quarantine.
#2257Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 12/3/21 at 5:17pm
Is Bianca back, too? She just did an interview with Theatermania, so I'd assume she's all clear.
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.
blaxx
Broadway Legend Joined: 6/28/05
#2258Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 12/3/21 at 11:26pm
Bianca was back on tonight according to her IG.
Listen, I don't take my clothes off for anyone, even if it is "artistic". - JANICE
BroadwayRox3588
Broadway Legend Joined: 10/5/16
#2259Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 12/4/21 at 12:03am
As expected, none of these breakthrough infections yielded serious infection.
God, I love vaccines.
Auggie27
Broadway Legend Joined: 10/13/03
#2260Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 12/5/21 at 11:23am
Once again for the record, Bianca is a terrific Velma. Saw her the iconic re-launch night of 9/14. So glad she's in the show, and well in the show.
"I'm a comedian, but in my spare time, things bother me." Garry Shandling
#2261Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 12/6/21 at 6:51am
Has Ana Villafane returned as Roxie?
"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)
#2262Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 12/6/21 at 6:51am
Has Ana Villafane returned as Roxie?
"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)
Nolan LuPone
Featured Actor Joined: 8/9/21
#2263Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 12/6/21 at 8:38am
Patti LuPone FANatic said: "Has Ana Villafane returned as Roxie?"
Yes
#2264Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 12/6/21 at 10:21am
Lillias White will depart Chicago on December 26, and both Villafañe and Marroquín will play their final performances on January 9.
https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Ana-Villafae-Bianca-Marroqun-and-Lillias-White-Extend-Runs-in-CHICAGO-20211206
Oh look, a bibu!
#2265Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 12/6/21 at 9:27pm
I hope Emma Pittman gets a chance as Roxie...sooner rather than later.
"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)
#2266Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 12/6/21 at 9:39pm
I haven't seen this in quite a while. Chicago 1976 Tony Awards...with an introduction by Jane Fonda. https://youtu.be/oF0I-9p_yDM
"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)
#2267Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 12/14/21 at 7:01am
"Chicago" veteran Christophe Caballero is joining the cast as a Mary Sunshine standby. I'm not sure how long he'll be there, but he knows every inch of the Fosse style.
"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
#2268Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 12/14/21 at 9:30am
Patti LuPone FANatic said: ""Chicago" veteran Christophe Caballero is joining the cast as a Mary Sunshine standby. I'm not sure how long he'll be there, but he knows every inch of the Fosse style. "
This is great as Mary Sunshine’s dance numbers are sheer iconic Bob Fosse so we can expect his interpretations to be layered with subtext.
#2269Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 12/14/21 at 7:17pm
I asked him about his stay at the Ambassador. He said he'd be the Mary Sunshine standby until early January. (I hope J. London is o.k.)
"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)
#2270Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 12/22/21 at 4:15pm
A few days ago, Drew Nellessen went on as Amos Hart...per his IG picture. It seems that the show has a very large pool of former cast members who can go help out, in the event of any casting emergency.
"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: 12/22/21 at 04:15 PM
BrodyFosse123
Broadway Legend Joined: 2/27/06
#2271Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 12/22/21 at 4:17pm
Patti LuPone FANatic said: "A few days ago, Drew Nellessen went on as Amos Hart...per his IG picture."
Ana posted an Instagram Story video of him performing that she filmed from the wings.
#2272Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 12/22/21 at 4:36pm
Patti LuPone FANatic said: "A few days ago, Drew Nellessen went on as Amos Hart...per his IG picture. It seems that the show has a very large pool of former cast members who can go help out, in the event of any casting emergency."
Sunday had J. London as Mary Sunshine and Denny Paschal was also out. All four swings were on both shows Sunday as well.
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.
#2273Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 12/26/21 at 10:25pm
Both Ana Villafane and Bianca Marroquin finish their current run in "Chicago" on Jan. 9th. My guess for a Velma Kelly replacement could be Terra C. (There aren't that many available Velmas out there.) Lana Gordon in playing Persepone (at certain performances) in Hadestown. For Roxie, I wish Emma Pittman finally gets her debut after about a 2 year wait. I see that Jennifer Fouche is listed as Matron Mama Morton on the official website. Lillias White just ended her run. Another fabulous Mama Morton is Hayley Swindal. Some time ago, she sang to me in a Cameo video. Her singing is phenomenal!
"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)
#2274Chicago The Musical Appreciation Thread
Posted: 12/27/21 at 9:39pm
Jennifer Fouche confirmed her return as Matron Mama Morton, on her Facebook 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)
