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Post by priorwalter on Oct 4, 2018 17:59:52 GMT
Yes for now at least, I've decided against it. That was my late at night brain going crazy. I have purchased a very cheap ticket to A Christmas Carol, but don't have the strongest of interest to see it. I am wanting to see Wicked, even though I've seen it quite a few times, but never in the West End! I'm thinking I'll try for a day seat and if I end up being too late for one, I'll just see A Christmas Carol. My trip is only two months away! Would love more suggestions and how to make my time there great!
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Post by priorwalter on Oct 4, 2018 18:01:53 GMT
Also a reminder, this is my full official schedule. Dreamgirls and Christmas Carol were both very cheap tickets so might end up switching if I have stronger interest in a different show.
Monday night: Dreamgirls
Tuesday night: Hamilton
Wednesday: Cursed Child
Thursday matinee: Hadestown
Thursday night: Jamie
Friday: Caroline, or Change
Saturday matinee: Christmas Carol (possibly a day seat to Wicked instead)
Saturday night: Company
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Post by Deleted on Oct 4, 2018 18:03:42 GMT
I am supposed to land at 12:30 and am taking the Heathrow Express into Paddington. I genuinely thought this said Hogwarts Express. Brain's just gone. Hope you enjoy your trip to London! Wonderful city. |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 4, 2018 18:07:33 GMT
If you decide to dayseat for Wicked, get there early. Fangirls aplenty for the London show, declaring Alice Fearn as "the best Elphaba ever".
I'd go for Christmas Carol personally. Wicked is easier to see worldwide whereas Christmas Carol is a unique-to-London production.
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Post by priorwalter on Oct 4, 2018 19:58:18 GMT
Yes, Alice Fearn is definitely a big factor, but I've also followed the London production for ten years now so it would be cool to see one of my favorites in the West End. Maybe Dreamgirls will be nixed instead. The thing about Christmas Carol is that no cast members stick out to me and I'm not all the excited about seeing the same story I've seen told many times, but people have raved about the production so maybe worth a shot.
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Post by kathryn on Oct 5, 2018 10:18:25 GMT
Yes, Alice Fearn is definitely a big factor, but I've also followed the London production for ten years now so it would be cool to see one of my favorites in the West End. Maybe Dreamgirls will be nixed instead. The thing about Christmas Carol is that no cast members stick out to me and I'm not all the excited about seeing the same story I've seen told many times, but people have raved about the production so maybe worth a shot. That's what I thought, initially, last year, but was persuaded by a discount and reviews to give it a go. The whole *experience* in the theatre was just so lovely that I'm planning to take people back this year. |
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Post by rockinrobin on Oct 6, 2018 17:19:13 GMT
"A Christmas Carol" is a wonderful production. I wasn't really convinced (I know the story, I don't really like Charles Dickens, Christmas shows are not my cup of tea etc.) but grabbed a last minute ticket... and it was one of the most beautiful and touching evenings in my life. This show is pure magic. I would book if I were you (and I'll book again this year anyway).
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Post by priorwalter on Oct 11, 2018 23:18:47 GMT
Well now I have a different dilemma! With Charlie Stemp's announcement in Snow White, I now have an interest in going. I could either go to the Sunday evening performance (I arrive in London that day at 1 p.m. and the show is at 5 p.m.) or go to the Friday matinee, which is one of my two fully free days (was planning to explore Monday and Friday during the day, Tuesday is Warner Bros tour and every other day I have a matinee). I'm leaning towards Sunday, but there's always a chance of delays. I'd book the cheapest seat anyways, but wondering if I should take the risk.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 13, 2018 21:54:58 GMT
I am coming over from the States for a week of theatre 21-28 November and welcome any must see recommendations to fill out my schedule, which so far looks like this:
21 Nov evening-Remo Anzovino recital
22 Nov matinee-OPEN
22 Nov evening-Company
23 Nov evening-OPEN
24 Nov matinee-A Very Very Very Dark Matter
24 Nov evening-Summer and Smoke
25 Nov-OPEN ALL DAY
26 Nov evening-Caroline or Change
27 Nov matinee-Hadestown
27 Nov evening-OPEN
28 Nov inheritance-Inheritance Pt 1
28 Nov evening-Inheritance Pt 2
I like plays and musicals and favor things with a bit of substance instead of pure fluff when I am on trips like this. I am in NYC often for work so I get to see a lot of what either is playing there or will transfer over. And if Company really rocks my world, I will likely see it again in that 27 Nov evening slot. The Pinter plays are the only thing I so far definitely have thought about adding.
Perhaps I will cross paths with some of you at one of these performances. At 198cm tall, I am hard to miss. Thanks in advance for any recommendations.
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Post by duncan on Oct 15, 2018 14:39:19 GMT
22 Matinee - Ear for Eye at the Royal Court.
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Post by sherriebythesea on Oct 15, 2018 16:16:04 GMT
Evening of 27th - 42nd Street? story is fluff but production and dancing is incredible
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Post by Cardinal Pirelli on Oct 15, 2018 17:24:44 GMT
The Wild Duck at the Almeida on the Friday or Tuesday evening? A great director, lovely intimate theatre and just about to start previews. White Teeth at the Kiln theatre might be good and would fit those times too.
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Post by sherriebythesea on Oct 15, 2018 18:43:38 GMT
The Wild Duck at the Almeida on the Friday or Tuesday evening? A great director, lovely intimate theatre and just about to start previews. White Teeth at the Kiln theatre might be good and would fit those times too. Oh! That reminds me I want to book this. |
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Post by RedRose on Oct 16, 2018 9:00:29 GMT
If you have already thought about adding Pinter to the list, I really recommend you do!
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Post by mistressjojo on Oct 17, 2018 0:04:52 GMT
23rd November evening - I recommend the RSC Macbeth at the Barbican. I know a few people here put cr*p on this production, but I liked it!
TodayTix have 10 quid rush tickets for it too.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 17, 2018 6:47:54 GMT
Thanks everyone for all the great tips!
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Post by priorwalter on Nov 7, 2018 22:36:54 GMT
Just a month until my trip! I made a change to my schedule by returning my Hamilton ticket (I've seen it six times here in the states) and will be seeing Wicked instead (also seen quite a few times here, but much more excitement about seeing it again)
This trip is fully booked, but as I've mentioned before I'm still on the fence about Dreamgirls and Christmas Carol (I'm 99% sure I'll stick to seeing Christmas Carol based on the praise). I bought cheap tickets to both just in case I decide to change my mind. Any suggestions instead of Dreamgirls are welcome!
Here's my full schedule:
Monday: Dreamgirls
Tuesday: Wicked
Wednesday HP & the Cursed Child
Thursday matinee: Hadestown
Thursday evening: Jamie
Friday: Caroline, or Change
Saturday matinee: Christmas Carol (Old Vic)
Saturday evening: Company (ending with a bang! Third row center)
Give me some more suggestions on stuff to see and do! Doing the studio tour at Warner Brothers Tuesday. People have mentioned Christmas Markets so I'll have to check those out, but let me know of other Christmas related things I should do! Thanks for all the help already.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 7, 2018 22:42:41 GMT
If you have never seen 42nd Street I think you should see it!
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Post by gibbo1956 on Nov 8, 2018 14:23:25 GMT
Fortnum and Mason's Food Hall.
Get all the folks back home some mince pies in a box and some branded tea.
And your Dad would love a bottle of their whisky
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Post by poster J on Nov 8, 2018 14:45:00 GMT
Third recommendation for 42nd Street - much better than Dreamgirls!
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Post by Deleted on Nov 8, 2018 14:46:41 GMT
And if you have time, the Royal Albert Hall tour is a must!
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Post by priorwalter on Nov 8, 2018 18:36:53 GMT
Will have to consider 42nd Street, maybe dayseat. I also had a question about ticket upgrades. I've seen many stories of people getting their tickets upgraded upon arrival at the box office. Would it be frowned upon to ask if there's a single seat I could upgrade to (since I'm going to be solo at all shows) or is it more of a if it happens to you, you're lucky situation?
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Post by viserys on Nov 8, 2018 19:21:42 GMT
If you ask at the box office, they will probably try to sell you that better single seat at full price.
Upgrades usually happen when a show is not sold out and they need to dress the auditorium a little, i.e. shift people from the back stalls to the front so that the cast isn't looking at empty rows, or shift those from the upper circle down so the circle can be closed. Sometimes things are also plain mystifying. I once had a cheap restricted view pillar seat in Row C of the Dress Circle at the Old Vic upgraded to Row A in the middle. Didn't know why, but it was really nice (and sweetened the pill that the only reason for booking was out that night).
42nd Street usually has good deals in the seats at TodayTix for 25 pounds. And I would also recommend seeing this above Dreamgirls. I went in with low expectations and was completely charmed.
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Post by priorwalter on Nov 29, 2018 18:25:02 GMT
I leave in a little over a week! Can’t believe it’s already here. I’m most excited for Company, but also can’t wait for Hadestown (especially with the transfer) and Caroline. Still looking for suggestions for stuff I must see or do. I’ve lightly planned some of it out, but I’ve got Buckingham Palace on the list of course just some of your typical tourist sights. I also have a question about the underground. I’m planning on getting a week Oyster card for Zones 1-2, but will be traveling out of those zones once to get to Watcord Junction. Would I just have to add some extra money to the card?
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Post by duncan on Nov 29, 2018 19:01:01 GMT
If you are going to Watford Junction then check train times from Euston, it can save around 30 minutes or so compared to overground (and about 6 weeks compared to the Underground).
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Post by priorwalter on Nov 29, 2018 20:41:46 GMT
A "pay as you go" Oyster card is better, as you just put cash on it and the card charges you according to your journey - but why use one at all if you have a contactless credit card - those work too, in the same way. Past Watford Junction you will need to pay cash on most services as the Oyster is London Transport only. Hmm I'm planning on using the underground and buses everyday so figured the week pass would save me some money. Using a contactless card would be more for me since there are exchange international fees. I'm only going to Watford for the Warner Bros Studio Tour, so will go there and have to come back. |
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Post by priorwalter on Nov 29, 2018 20:43:03 GMT
If you are going to Watford Junction then check train times from Euston, it can save around 30 minutes or so compared to overground (and about 6 weeks compared to the Underground). Yes was planning on going from Euston to Watford. Is that separate from the underground system and not accepting of Oyster? |
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Post by Xanderl on Nov 29, 2018 21:43:22 GMT
Yes, this is the national rail system rather than the underground but you will still be able to use Oyster. As I understand it if you get a normal Oyster card (NOT a Visitor Oyster) you can load the 7 day travelcard for zones 1-2 (which is almost certainly what you'll need most days) and also add some extra cash to use on a Pay as You Go basis for other trips such as Watford. More here - www.londontoolkit.com/briefing/travelcard.htmAlso remember you can get a refund of any unused credit (and of your £5 deposit) when you leave London. |
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Post by priorwalter on Dec 9, 2018 14:32:52 GMT
Just thought I’d post and say I made it here! Excited for the week ahead.
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Post by Elle on Dec 9, 2018 16:59:20 GMT
I hope you have a wonderful week in London, enjoy!
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