#chorusline

[amcsociety]

A Stellar Cast Shines in 'A Chorus Line' at the San Francisco Playhouse

The San Francisco Playhouse is currently home to a sensational production of 'A Chorus Line,' captivating audiences until it’s extended closing date of September 16, 2023. This timeless musical masterpiece, brought to life by a talented ensemble, promises an unforgettable theater experience.

Under the artistic direction of Bill English and a skilled creative team, the cast of 'A Chorus Line' delivers a performance that is nothing short of extraordinary. Dalton Bertolone brings a magnetic presence to the role of Greg, while Samantha Rose Cardenas astounds as Diana, captivating the audience with her powerful vocals and emotional depth. Danielle Cheiken's portrayal of Maggie is both touching ,engaging, and addicting as she showcases her powerful soprano “At the Ballet” and Gabi Chun's performance as Tricia is filled with charm and grace.

Tony Conaty* delivers a standout performance as Mike, infusing the character with boundless energy, charisma, and impressive footwork. Maggie Connard's portrayal of Judy is delightful and memorable, while Chachie Delgado shines as Richie, showcasing impressive dance skills. Zeke Edmonds captures the essence of Mark, and McKay Elwood* brings a captivating presence to the role of Tom (and on some days as Mike).

Alison Ewing* stuns as Sheila, commanding the stage with her commanding presence and exceptional talent. Elihu Guererro's portrayal of Frank is both nuanced and authentic, and M. Javi Harnly captures the essence of Al with precision and charm. Nicole Helfer* is the SF Playhouse choreographer and delivers a remarkable performance as Cassie, showcasing her incredible range and vulnerability and one time as a quirky Judy.

Michael C. Kennedy's portrayal of Roy is filled with charisma (and on some days as Mark and Greg which I have witnessed myself on my ACL 3,4, and 5 tonight) and Ruri Kodama captures the audience's hearts as Connie. Dian Sitip Meechai's portrayal of Vicki is both delightful and engaging, while Joel Ochoa impresses as Butch. Zach Padlo* brings a dynamic energy to the role of Don, and Keith Pinto* shines as Zach, displaying excellent stage presence.

Alex Rodriguez's portrayal of Paul is deeply moving, and Jillian A. Smith captivates as Bebe. Erin Rose Solorio* shines as Lois, showcasing her exceptional dance skills. Adria Swan delivers a standout performance as Cassie Alternate and on another performance as Tricia) Gwen Tessman enchants as Kristine, and Ann Warque brings a touching vulnerability to the role of Lori. Melissa Wolfklain* dazzles and captivates as Val showcasing her incredible voice and stage presence, while Nicholas Yenson* as a cocksure Bobby and also acts the dance captain that leads the cast with precision, flair, and an attitude that delivers triple threat sensibilities.

It's worth noting that the involvement of *members of Actors' Equity Association enhances the overall professionalism and caliber of this production.

Nicole Helfer’s choreography combined with original Michael Bennett’s signature moves delivers a visual feast, intricately crafted to showcase the ensemble's incredible talent and versatility. The set design, lighting, and costumes seamlessly transport the audience into the world of auditions and dreams, providing a visually stunning backdrop to the enthralling performances.

In 'A Chorus Line' at the San Francisco Playhouse, the magic of theater comes alive. This production, led by a stellar cast and supported by a dedicated creative team, delivers an unforgettable experience that will leave audiences mesmerized. Don't miss your chance to witness the sheer brilliance of this musical phenomenon before it takes its final bow on September 16, 2023. This SF playhouse production is truly a celebration of the Golden Age of San Francisco theatre!

July 26 cast alternates and understudies include versatile Emily Steelhammer as Bebe, Michael Kennedy as Mark, Adria Swan as Tricia, Joel Ochoa as Roy, and Hannah Woolfenden as Roy (which is a sight to behold).

Congratulations to all involved at SF Playhouse! www.sfplayhouse.org

[betontulpen]

chorusline #betontulpen #artgram #_di_ma #banalmag #architecture #documentingspace #banalography #BeautifulBuildings #beton #gayart #germanphotography #lekkerzine #lostplaces #lucecurated #streets_unseen #newtopographics #nofilter #photozine #ThroughTheLens #urban #awfulmagazine #urbanphotography #urbanshots #münster #lbswest #haralddeilmann (hier: LBS Westdeutsche Landesbausparkasse) https://www.instagram.com/p/CjxxH_bs5SU/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[randomvarious]

Andrew McLauchlan - "Love Story (Edit)" Turbo Sampler (Vol.2) 2000 Techno

Plays: N/A on Spotify // 49 on YouTube

Andrew McLauchlan is more or less a techno one-hit wonder, but boy, oh boy, does that one hit of his fuckin' *bang,* man. Originally from Scotland, McLauchlan moved to London to start a small techno label called Figment in '98, who then released a double 12-inch EP compilation the following year called Chorusline, on which the original version of “Love Story” appears. But that track then got picked up by the larger, Manchester-based Bush Records in 2000, and they ended up spawning a “re-edit” version of "Love Story," which became extremely popular among techno crowds at the time.

And that particular re-edit really has to be one of the greatest techno bangers of the early 2000s, if not all time. McLauchlan basically samples a bunch of bits and pieces off of a dusty Brazilian samba record from the early 70s and re-arranges them all to yield his own wild, modern dancefloor masterpiece, pairing those different sampled parts with four-on-the-floor kickdrums and a hand-clap that forms a backbeat.

But it sounds like it takes some time for all of those samples to really start getting deployed, because pretty early on, McLauchlan actually laces this remarkable techno-samba sweat-fest frolic with a wandering piano line that appears to be one of his very own making. And that unpredictable piano piece has a way of effectively leading us from outside the party venue to the right-smack-dab-middle of its revelrous dancefloor.

Now, you might notice a discrepancy here between the fact that this is a very popular techno tune, but that its YouTube play count is extremely low. That's because this exact edit, as it appears on Turbo Records' Turbo Sampler (Vol.2), is just a shortened version of the full-length re-edit by a couple minutes, and has nowhere near the same amount of plays as some other YouTube uploads of the song. It's actually funny that "Love Story" is even included on a Turbo sampler in the first place, because the label never actually released the song themselves. But within that same year, it was also included on label owner Tiga's Mixed Emotions double-disc mix, and maybe that release helped to raise "Love Story"'s profile in North America, since it was definitely one of the mix's best tracks. And maybe because of that mix, people just naturally associate "Love Story" with Turbo too, which is why it's on their sampler? I'm just guessing here 🤷‍♂️.

But also, be wary of the misinfo that's floating around about this mesmerizing dance bop. Places like WhoSampled credit the song's samples to a track by Zé Catimba and Brasil Ritmo called "Martin Cererê" (sometimes written as "Martim Cererê"), but the website actually supplies the wrong version of the song. This version here, by G.R.E.S. Imperatriz Leopoldinense, a samba school in Rio de Janeiro that Zé Catimba himself co-founded, is the far more likely culprit 👇:

Either way, the two sampled vocal parts that form this tune's "chorus" make for the best parts. They represent subtle, infectious changes to the beat that ultimately lend to this track slapping as hard as it does. Whenever McLauchlan pumps those vocal samples in, the frenetically clanging keys that provide the lead melody throughout most of the track—different from the ones from his own piano piece—drop out, and so does the thumpiness of the kickdrum (though not always). It's a pair of small changes, but they're really vital to making this song as terrific as it is. Each "chorus" generates a small amount of anticipation for the listener as they wait for that kick drum thump and piano to return each time. And by the way, that underlying piano riff might be a looped-up sample of McLauchlan's own as well, since it doesn't sound like it comes from "Martin Cererê" 🤔.

So, If you’re looking to throw some kind of wild dance party with some Latin or international flair, then look no further than this song to be part its soundtrack. It’s a truly timeless work of art that could still stand as the jewel of any techno mix released today. Andrew McLauchlan really captured some lightning in a bottle at the turn of the millennium with this piece of uptempo, samba-sampled dance music. What a goddamn tune this one is!

[handekker]

"he's the egg man" a chorusline in 'I'm the walrus' by the beatles

[clintonbphotography]

Had a ball with the cast of A Chorus Line at the Cincy Playhouse. This show is gonna be so good! Break legs, y’all! #vflatworld #studio #musical #chorusline — view on Instagram https://ift.tt/Zqlx42A

[jabiercalle]

Esto es a CHORUS LINE, uno de los musicales más emblemáticos del Brodway loco y divertido que servía de modelo al show mundial. Antes le toco estar tiempo en el OFF BRODWAY, hasta que la boca oreja, le acercó hasta Brodway, donde se estrenó en Octubre de 1975. Y desde entonces permaneció más de quince años cosechando éxitos. Y la trama, la historia era capaz de atrapar a un público joven lleno de sueños que se acercaban hasta Manhattan para triunfar. Chorus Line, o la linea del coro, es esa marca que se pone encima del escenario para que los bailarines de cualquier musical estén perfectamente formados. Ahora, unos cuantos años después Antonio Banderas lidera este proyecto que sigue manteniendo la misma esencia de los años 70. Donde una sobria, discreta y sencilla escenografía, deja desnudos a los intérpretes. Solos ante un buen diseño de iluminación van presentándose y van relatando, describiendo, novelando su vida hasta llegar al escenario que les muestra y propone. Chorus Line cuenta con una excelente banda en directo que bajo el foso, sabe elevarse por todo el patio de butacas desbordando su buen hacer. Quince músicos hacen bailar al compás a otros 26 bailarines que con cadencia, equilibrio y acertadamente seducen a un público entregado por el espíritu de Antonio Banderas. Chorus Line, es un musical sin la espectacularidad que quizás muchos esperaban, no cuenta con los destellos y brillos que nos hagan asombrarnos y deslúmbranos, pero si cuenta con un reparto de gente con muchas ganas. Recuerda Chorus Line, con la firma de Antonio Banderas. Jabier Calle VIDEO COMPLETO: https://youtu.be/HafQObWQwDg #antoniobanderas #pedroalmodovar #painandglory #ol #penelopecruz #dolorygloria #film #almodovar #movies #chorusline #jabiercalle #lavisita #telebilbao #chorus #music #singing #choir #singers #wowmusicians #singer #teatroarriaga (en La Visita Comunicacion) https://www.instagram.com/p/B8RJqkBHjjX/?igshid=1wg2i2pk9sw69

[musical-theatre-idiot]

Listening to a chorus line out loud

LEFT THE THEATRE AND CALLED THE DOCTOR FOR MY APPOINTMENT TO BUY

(Aggressive volume button pressing)

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[wannabeentertainer]

Dealing with the “Post-Show Blues”

Anyone who has spent months poring over a project, putting their hearts and souls into every minute, and seeing it through to the end, likely knows the expression “post-show blues”.

But what is it and why does it happen? 

The empty Ottawa Little Theatre stage mere hours after a show with an elaborate set closed. Yes, it all comes down that quickly.

For me, the “post-show blues” is a deep sorrow that sets in once a project is over. It's triggered when the connections made to fellow actors, creators or the character I’m playing is suddenly cut off and I’m left feeling lost and alone.

It doesn’t always happen but when it does it hurts. A lot. 

Many people suggest distracting yourself by jumping into another project and I used to subscribe to this too, but now I don’t like it. I’ve learned that what I really need is some time to reflect, reinforce any friendships I want to maintain, and take the time to mourn and heal. 

And to get back to myself.

I once jumped into rehearsals the day after a show closed - a show that I loved dearly and would sorely miss. And guess what? I begrudged my new gig. It took me weeks to connect to the people and the material because I was bitter it wasn’t the last show. I feared I would never fall in love with the new project, but I did. It was confusing and painful and I don’t wish it on anyone.

If you have a contract in place already, then yes, of course go ahead and jump away. But if you don’t, take some time for yourself. 

King Lear has come to an end. The process was agony at times (a subject for another post!), but the people were amazing and I will miss them so so much.

Curtain call for King Lear at the Gladstone Theatre in Ottawa.

In these moments, I always go back to a most poignant song. I leave it here for you and anyone struggling to get over the post-show blues.

Yes, it’s Glee. And yes, it’s super dramatic. Deal.

Keep Being Awesome,

Laura V Hall

[lesliezemeckis]

One hell of a party Read about it in FEUDING FAN DANCERS - - #faithbacon #sallyrand #ziegfeld #ziegfeldgirls #broadway #stars #rhinestones #1920s #chicagoworldsfair #chicago #1930s #feudingfandancers #books #burlesque #showgirls #dancing #chorusline #shnazzy #smokinhot #girls #zemeckis #books #writer #dresses https://www.instagram.com/p/BrlePKUlw7H/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=cqhykg30zhov

[reloveoxley]

Choir Chorus Call #socute #vintagepottery #chorusline #lilangels #singsong #freshawesome #reloveoxley #brisbanesbigggestrange #oxleysbestbrew #open730till2 #comesayhi (at Relove Oxley) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cbvp7JlPyAR/?utm_medium=tumblr

[castillomirtaester]

Volver, poder volver a nuestros amores, a los teatros de la Calle Corrientes, a ver Chorus Line que vimos hace tanto...puede gustarte o no lo que ves, pero el teatro es la magia, es viajar desde una butaca a otro mundo único e irrepetible. Ojalá podamos seguir volviendo a pesar de algunos teatros y de muchas personas que no comprenden que si no cuidamos los protocolos vamos a un nuevo encierro. Un viento cálido ha vuelto a nuestras vidas, ¡Vamos por más teatro!❤ #artemasplus #vamosalteatro #juntosalapar #selfiesalbertoymirta #chorusline #teatroastral https://www.instagram.com/p/CRp3b4wAO4C/?utm_medium=tumblr

[sandywelch]

At The Ballet ( reworked) 18x24 acrylic & marker on paper $225. Plus shipping ***** #ballet #balletdancer #chorusline #painterly #painting🎨 #painters #paintersoninstagram #painterslife #studio #studiolife #acrylicart #colorful #color #decorateyourhome #dancer #dancersofinstagram #tutu https://www.instagram.com/p/CJHLXHvnyWe/?igshid=sk8sk1rhc7ea

[alexerikson]

Excited to get these girls jump started for studio start tomorrow Monday plus all the worldwide Zoomers participating! #virtualreality #zoomlife #energyart #chorusline #creativedancelab #alexeriksonny #danielcatanachonline #masterteacher #facultylife (at Chorus Line Dance Studio) https://www.instagram.com/p/CFFKE99grwl/?igshid=15ej6gilmq464

[londonerbecky]

Finish this then onto #rent #chorusline

[theamazingpoppingeyes]

Honk! Gladys Nilsson at Matthew Marks, NYC. Here • Nightclub • from 1964. What an exceptional show! Especially loved to see these raw, small, never seen, early acrylic on panel works from 1964, painted when she was 23-24 years old. #gladysnilsson #art #artist #contemporaryart #painter #painting #nightclub #acrylic #panel #chorusline #dancers #stage #hairywho #chicagoimagenist #figure #figuration #figurative #theamazingpoppingeyes #matthewmarksgallery #matthewmarks #nyc https://www.instagram.com/p/B-xcTDSgcOV/?igshid=x6svikvje6b0

[winmipodcast]

I went back and forth on how to address the COVID crisis, or even if to address it at all on this podcast. But it has impacted the arts more than any event in my lifetime in both good (online sing-a-longs) and bad ways (Broadway is closed), so I couldn’t just leave it alone.⠀ ⠀ Today I chat with #friendofthepodcast Clayton Howe on how this has affected our livelihoods, what it means going forward, and how we as artists can regain control.⠀ ⠀ Also, the World Health Organization is officially advocating against the phrase "social distancing" and is from here on recommending the phrase "physical distancing" instead. We talk about this as well in a very special episode of the podcast.⠀ ⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ ⠀ #newepisode #covid #theaterpodcast #broadwayclosing #socialdistancing @inclaynation @_entertainmentx_ #overcomeobstacles #overcomefear #artist #acting #lifeofanartist #performingarts #chorusline (at Washington Heights, Manhattan) https://www.instagram.com/p/B-chtbIDyg9/?igshid=r70fwpc7ilw5