It’s both rough around the edges and crackling with energy.” It honors the iconography of the original, but without feeling like a carbon copy. “Porchlight, under the direction of Brenda Didier, brings us A Chorus Line packed with grit, drive and spirit. “I GOT ALL THE GOOSEBUMPS… DON’T MISS PORCHLIGHT’S SINGULARLY SENSATIONAL A CHORUS LINE“ “First and always, Porchlight’s high-kicking revival confirms the continuing cause for its docu-tribute: Bennett’s high-strutting, soul-stirring dances are a perfect match for the aspirations this musical will always extol.” “In Brenda Didier’s devoted reprise of this not so retro musical, a third generation solidly replay the life stories of the 1975 originals, slinking and strutting their way through Bennett’s pizzazz-packed choreography (here reimagined by Christopher Chase Carter) and tearing into Marvin Hamlisch’s sturdy score, with “keeping it real” lyrics by Edward Kleban.” I can only give this show a deserving 4 stars, but if I could, I would award it with the well known phrase in the show: five, six, seven, eight!” This show was a favorite of mine as a young person, and I was well aware that hardly a person on that stage was alive when the show first premiered, but it is clear that this cast is quite aware what they do for love…. There are standout performances to be sure, but in fairness to a show that relies on and defines itself as an ensemble work, it seems most appropriate to simply say Bravo to each and every cast member because every one of them contributes notably to the composite dreamers who show up day after day for another Broadway audition. And with Brenda Didier’s spot-on direction and Christopher Chase Carter’s impressive choreography (notably true to Michael Bennett’s original production), the show is breathtaking from beginning to end.
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All performers need is the music, and the mirror…and the chance…to dance. Providing the realistic feel of a Broadway musical audition, A Chorus Line speaks truth in the experiences, goals and dreams of the performers, young and not so young, who seek to be part of this show, or any show really.Ī Chorus Line remains timely because the dreams of performers today are the same as they were in 1975 and the same as they have always been and likely always will be. The set, like the original Broadway set, could not be more sparse or simple because the focus is and must be on the strength of the performers’ dance, singing and performance ability. At the moment the orchestra hits that rich well-known chord in the opening “I Hope I Get it,” the audience bursts into applause because they knew that their high expectations were about to be met….and indeed they are exceeded. “God I hope you see it! A Chorus Line was a ground-breaking classic when it debuted in 1975 and it maintains the relevance, warmth, importance and heart in the current production by Porchlight Music Theatre. “THE SHOW IS BREATHTAKING FROM BEGINNING TO END” “Porchlight’s production, featuring a fantastic cast directed by Brenda Didier, with choreography by Christopher Chase Carter and music direction by Linda Madonia, brings each character to life in wonderfully high resolution.”īehind the Curtain, WGNPlus, Backstage, Comcast Network – Paul Lisnek “The cast brings the group of dance hopefuls to life.” “PORCHLIGHT’S A CHORUS LINE IS ONE SINGULAR SENSATION” Porchlight is shining brighter than ever.”
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“Following on triumphant productions of “Gypsy” and “A Gentleman’s Guide to Love & Murder,” this highly engaging “Chorus Line” concludes a remarkably rewarding season for this company. “See every detail in the movement and read every emotion in the acting - from Adrienne Velasco-Storr’s moving rendition of “Nothing” to Alejandro Fonseca’s crucial monologue as Paul.” “The intimacy of Porchlight’s new venue goes a long way toward this production’s smashing success.” “And it has a heart that always seems just a step or two, or a note or three, from bursting with the sheer glory and the wretched cruelty of it all.” “I swear, there is something about seeing the opening of “A Chorus Line” … that is unlike any other when it comes to its emotional sucker-punch.” “A great ‘Chorus Line’ should burst with feeling and vulnerability - like this one by Porchlight Music Theatre” “THIS PRODUCTION REALLY IS QUITE BEAUTIFUL.” Buy Tickets Chicago Tribune – Chris Jones