His work had always been flashy and sexy, but after his
operation, he became increasingly cruel, dark, and vulgar.
A number of his colleagues tried unsuccessfully to persuade him to
change "Razzle Dazzle," a song which originally featured dirty jokes
and an orgy on a staircase. Fosse wouldn't budge until actor Jerry
Orbach hit him with a lot of convincing artistic jargon, intimidating
Fosse by highlighting his lack of serious theatrical training. While
"Chicago" opened to negative reviews, it eventually became a major
hit, and its creator would be lauded for his grim honesty and powerful
originality.
Gwen Verdon ...... Roxie Hart
Chita Rivera ...... Velma Kelly
Jerry Orbach ...... Billy Flynn
Barney Martin ...... Amos Hart
Mary McCarty ...... Matron
M. O'Haughey ...... Mary Sunshine
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