That's Chicago!

Advantages: The Original London Revival in all its glory
Disadvantages: Confusing if you haven't seen the show

...respectively. Ruthie Henshall, that fine first lady of the London stage gives her all as the murderous Roxie, who is put in prison but becomes a star after shooting dead her lover in 1920's Chicago. Henshall has a simply wonderful voice and presence which is shown particularly in her rendition of Roxie (pts 1 and 2) and Nowadays. I only regret that I didn't see her in the show. Marlene Dietrich-esque Ute Lemper is Velma Kelly, a night club performer who has killed her unfaithful husband and his lover (who is also her sister) and now finds herself in prison with Roxie and vying for the public's attention. Statuesque Lemper excels in the part of Velma and provides depth to the character which was partly lacking from the movie version. She also takes on All That Jazz with gusto and more than proves her abilities there. The supporting cast are...

staceyvm 19.05.2005 · Read review
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Review of Chicago - 1998 London Cast

Chicago, My Kind of Town from A to Z

Advantages: The contrasting architecture. Music. Relaxing Parks.
Disadvantages: Parking fees. Rush Hour.

...~~A is for Architecture~~ When Chicago was all but destroyed by fire in 1871, there arose from the ashes one of the most famous skyscapes in the US if not the world. Chicago was home to the first ever skyscraper, a steel-framed ten story building, the Home Insurance Building built in 1885 and demolished in 1931 to make way for even taller cloud busters (as they were known way back when). Ten storeys, although no doubt impressive then, are mere small fry compared to today's skyscrapers - the Sears Tower standing at 108 storeys and The Trump Tower (currently under construction) is planned as 150 storeys high. Travel up to the giddy heights of the Sears Tower ($12.95 Adults and $9.50 children) or the Hancock Observatory (15$ adults, 9$ children) to look down upon the city for a overarching and breathtaking view of the architectural...

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Review of Chicago

chicago airport

Advantages: Gets me from A to b efficiently
Disadvantages: It's an airport!

...Chicago airport. On a recent visit to san Diego, we had to have a stop in Chicago airport for a couple of hours...most of my travelling seems to be spent in airports! It was the busiest airport in the United States until Atlanta became the busiest and it was apparently voted best airport in North America in 2000...that's 8 years ago so i don't know which airport has been winning since then. The airport is 20 miles from downtown Chicago but since we weren't actaully going to Chicago we didn't actally leave the airport so I can't comment on the transport links. **The Terminals** Of course when stuck in an airport these are the places you see most often. There are 4 terminals and strangely enough these are Terminals 1, 2, 3 and Terminal 5 which is the International Terminal...whatever happened to number 4? All of the terminals are...

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A Chicago ABC

Advantages: A great city, with every amenity
Disadvantages: Bloody cold in December, and I lost my hat!

...gift. P is for pizza. It may have started out Italian. But Chicago has taken the pizza to new and giddy heights. Visit a branch of Giordanos, and you?ll be presented with a pizza so deep it could double as a swimming pool. There are many great pizza restaurants in town. The trick seems to be to avoid any that include the word ?famous? in their promotion material. I?m of the opinion that Marcello?s on W. North Avenue takes some beating. Q is for Q101: The ?alternative? Q101 radio station. Far and away the best rock radio station I found cruising the dial. Closest London equivalent would be XFM. Find it on 101 on the fm dial ? surprising huh? Try them out for size and comfort at www.q101.com R is for restaurants. As a dedicated foodie, I take great pleasure in trying to visit as many different restaurants as possible when I am in...

stevethesleeve 09.12.2002 · Read review
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  My Kind of Town (Chicago is)

Advantages: Lots to see and do. Friendly people. It's big. I got lots of cool stuff, cheap.
Disadvantages: American beer is minging.

...Chicago?s not a bad spot to spend a few weeks, which is just as well, because I found myself positioned there for training with my new job for nine weeks. While we weren?t based in the center of the city, we did spend a large amount of time there both sightseeing and socialising. Chicago is serviced by two airports: O'Hare (the big, famous one) and Midway (the one no-one's heard of). They're both located quite close to the city centre (close by American standards, that is) and getting to and from either airport is easy. Travel to and from the suburbs is done via Metra trains (http://www.metrarail.com) into Chicago Union Station and at the time of writing they currently offer unlimited weekend tickets for $5. While in the center of the city itself, walking may be the best way to travel. The sidewalks are large and practically every...

TheDuke 12.12.2004 (14.12.2004) · Read review
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LONDON'S CALLING

Advantages: Pleasent stay, good food, central location
Disadvantages: Views from room

...eateries/drinking places and chose 372, which offers carvery selection. I was surprise how hot and fresh the food was. Not only that it was tasty too! We opted for lamb with roast potatoes, new potatoes and three vegetables. However, my only complaint about the meal was the vegetables; they were a tad on the raw side for my liking. That said I ALWAYS OVER cook my veggies. Dessert was for me home made apple pie and cream, while the other half opted for home made cheesecake ? both were consumed without any complaints and very much enjoyed. Our meal for two with drinks cost £29) Hotel: the hotel it situated in the Strand which is in central London and easy to walk to theatres such as the Aldwych, Lyceum, and many more. Come out the front of the hotel and turn right, and you?ll be heading towards Trafalgar square with Nelson, bear left and you...

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Up above Chicago

Advantages: Wonderful views of Chicago's skyscape.
Disadvantages: Two earphones to one handset.

...The Hancock Observatory may not be the tallest building in Chicago - that accolade belongs to the Sears Tower with the Hancock Observatory coming in third. It does however offer the best views of the city with it proximity to Lake Michigan and the Magnificent Mile. The Hancock Observatory is to be found on the 94th floor of the John Hancock Centre on Michigan Avenue. Completed in 1970 and renovated in 1995, the John Hancock Centre is one of the most recognized landmarks in Chicago. It was designed and engineered by Bruce Graham and Fazlur Khan. Its most distinguishing features are its bold tapered shape and steel cross-bracing exterior design. The John Hancock Centre, which has 96 floors (or storeys), stands some 1127 feet tall and is affectionately called Big John by Chicagoans. Obviously then, the Observatory isn't on the top...

MAFARRIMOND 07.07.2008 · Read review
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Review of The Hancock Observatory, Chicago

Chicago, the Windy City that will blow you away

Advantages: Read review
Disadvantages: Nothing

...decided to go during the month of July, where temperatures exceeded 90 degrees. I would recommend that you check with your tour operator as they might have a slightly better picture. I travelled to Chicago through American Airlines (http://www.aa.com/indexus.jhtml), which set me back roughly £400 one way. The reason I did one way was because I wanted to spend some time travelling America, and thus didn't no when I would be returning. And further more, because of the pounds high value, it would have been easier and cheaper booking a return flight from America. I booked directly through American Airlines, as it was more convenient for me, rather than constantly shopping around looking for a great last minute deal. I would be flying from London Heathrow and Landing at O'Hare International. There are now other Airlines, which offer cheaper...

jaygami1986 03.09.2007 · Read review
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Review of Chicago

Cheesy Chicago

Advantages: Tastes gorgeous, nice crispy base, loads of cheese
Disadvantages: Very fattening, do not cook very well in microwave

...I am going through a bit of a stage of being addicted to Pizza's at the moment and Chicago Town Cheese Deep Pan Pizzas are one of my favourites. Packaging These pizzas come in a normal cardboard box which is primarily red with a picture of the pizza on the front (which looks very appealing). The Chicago Town logo is written across the front and underneath that is written Deep Dish Triple Cheese Pizza. Price I buy these pizza from Tesco where they normally cost £1.65 for a box of two. At the moment they are on a special offer for only £1 per box which is excellent - my freezer is now full of them! The Pizza The thing I like about these pizza's, is that they are mini size so could make do as a snack - although admittedly, I do tend to eat both of them at the same time because I'm a pig! The pizzas are probably about 5 inches...

daylehall 09.03.2007 · Read review
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Chicago Rock Cafe Watford

Advantages: Good Food
Disadvantages: Questionable Service

...Chicago Rock Cafe 135 The Parade High Street (01923) 224420 The Chicago rock café is a chain of Bars / Restaurants, which seem to be appearing all over the country in newly developing areas. The Watford branch is situated within the centre of the town, close to the majority of the other nightspots and drinking venues. This particular Chicago rock café building has a relatively old look to it compared to others I have visited, but the adequate inertia refurbishment gives the place a nice image and setting to have a great time. The floor spacing is adequate to hold a fair few people to dance, so if you feel in a drunken state and fancy making a fool of yourself this is the place to come! The rock café occasionally has special themed nights, such as 70's nights, which gives you the opportunity to listen to those funky John...

Christoph666 05.11.2001 · Read review
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