A Chorus Line

Synopsis

The longest running show in Broadway history. 17 dancers embark on an inspirational journey; only 8 will make it into the Chorus Line. From the celebrated opening number to the unforgettable finale, their stories of elation and disappointment are told with humour, pathos and Broadway pizzazz.

Our Review:

3 December 2003

Compared with the likes of West Side Story and Cabaret, Richard Attenborough's adaptation of this hugely popular 1975 Broadway musical to the big screen had a mixed reception. There's such a vibrant and determinedly avid fan base that goes with A Chorus Line, that it's possibly the only one that truly belongs on the stage, where it can continue to vary its cast and allow the audience to become the judges of these famed characters.

By the look of this audience, the most avid of the show's fans are here in Sheffield, practically joining in with the musical numbers. The Crucible has ample room for 26 hoofers - not to mention some local newcomers making their professional stage debuts - to boast their talents, and altogether it's a very accomplished ensemble putting life into the original Michael Bennett choreography.

Rhoda Montemayor is the diminutive Connie, coming in to audition at 32 years old and 4'10" in height and airlift...

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Latest User Review

USER: Whatsonstage.com (213.122.35.119) - 3 January 2004:

A real feel good show. I went today to the matinee. I found the show really moving and involving on every level. The performances were all excellent. Josefina Gabrielle gives her usual polished performance but the rest of the cast are equally good. If you have seen the film and didn't care for any of the characters - fear not- this is the first time I have cared about each and every one of them. This show is the best regional musical I have seen and is well worth catching. ...

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