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A Chorus Line Synopsis &
Storyline
In an empty theatre,
on a bare stage, casting for a new Broadway musical is almost
complete. The field’s been narrowed down to just 17 dancers. For these
men and women, this audition is the chance of a lifetime. It’s what
they’ve worked for — with every drop of sweat, every hour of training,
every day of their lives. It’s the one opportunity to do what they’ve
always dreamed of. Not to be the star, but to get the job … to have
the chance to dance and come through.
But before the final
cut is made, the director Zach asks each of them to talk about
themselves. He starts by asking their name, age, hometown and reason
for being a dancer. But Zach wants more than just their resumes. He
wants to know about their families, friends, lovers, ambitions and
careers. One by one, they come forward.
Some are shy or
reluctant, while others are more than happy to reveal their innermost
thoughts. From funny to heartbreaking, these 17 dancers share with us
the stories of their lives. They put themselves on the line to get a
job on the line. And when they’re done, so is the audition. And the
final chorus line of 8 dancers is chosen.
Where?
Schoenfeld
Theatre
236 West 45th Street
When?
Tuesday-Saturday - 8PM
Wednesday & Saturday - 2PM
Sunday -
3PM
How Long?
2 hours
with no intermission
Started:
September
18, 2006
Opened:
October 5, 2006
Cast:
Ken Alan, Bobby
Brad Anderson, Don
Michael Berresse, Zach
Natalie Cortez, Diana
Charlotte d'Amboise, Cassie
Mara Davi, Maggie
Jessica Lee Goldyn, Val
Deidre Goodwin,
Sheila
Tyler Hanes, Larry
James T. Lane, Richie
Paul McGill, Mark
Heather Parcells, Judy
Michael Paternostro, Greg
Alisan Porter, Bebe
Jeffrey Schecter, Mike
Yuka Takara, Connie
Jason Tam, Paul
Chryssie Whitehead, Kristine
Tony Yazbeck, Al
Conceived by / Originally
Directed & Choreographed by Michael Bennett
Book by James Kirkwood & Nicholas Dante
Music by Marvin Hamlisch
Lyrics by Edward Kleban
Directed by Bob Avian
Scenic Design by Robin Wagner
Costume Design by Theoni V. Aldredge
Lighting Design by Tharon Musser
Lighting adapted by Natasha Katz
Sound Design by Acme Sound Partners
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