Chita Rivera, A Dancers Life

When she took stage, the audience burst into collective thunder. And it lasted and lasted and lasted, to where she couldn't start her first line.
First night of previews for Chita's autobiographical musical journey through her carrier as a dancer. As I watch her sing, dance, act, I am mesmerized that this legend is actually in front of me.
About half way through the first act, the lights fade, pin-spot frames her face, and..."A boy like that will kill your brother". Goose bumps
The list of choreographers is so impressive. She says that she agreed to do this show because she is one of the few left who are still walking around with these choreographers in her body. She had to share. I'm glad she did.
Other highlights, Nowadays from Chicago sung with a phantom Gwen Verdon. More goose bumps. The chorus of mismatched dancers keeping up, but not outshining the star. Classy. And the memories so beautifully appreciated about her Kennedy Center Honor.
The entire audience, on their feet without hesitation, 6 or so curtain calls. And meeting her again after, gracious, lovely, legendary.