About this Event
Judi Mark's "Merely Marvelous: The Songs of Gwen Verdon" celebrates the original Broadway Star of Sweet Charity, Redhead, Damn Yankees and Chicago. Married to Choreographer Bob Fosse, Gwen was his muse. Judi entertains us with facts, stories and characterizations and includes original songs written especially for Gwen and songs from her solo albums. Some of the featured songs are: If My Friends Could See Me Now, Roxie, Whatever Lola Wants, Where Am I Going? I’ve Got the World on a String, Ain’t Misbehavin’, The Saga of Jenny, Feelin' Groovy, I’m a Brass Band, Two Lost Souls and more.
"Performed with perfect on-target emotion. It is difficult to imagine a better performer than Mark to illustrate the icon’s legacy.” -Cabaret Scenes
Accompanied by: Mark Burnell
Directed by: Jeff Harnar
Music arrangements: Ian Herman, Hubert “Tex” Arnold
$20 cover + 2 drink minimum
21+
Parking is extremely limited; rideshare, public transit, or SpotHero are highly encouraged.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Davenport's Piano Bar and Cabaret, 1383 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, United States
USD 20.00
