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Post by BurlyBeaR on Aug 1, 2019 15:36:01 GMT
I know there are various bits and bobs of advice on numerous threads around the site, but for those of us going for the first time this summer *squeal* to see Evita **SQUEAL** what are the hints, tips and words iof sage advice from you old hands or a successful visit?
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Post by alece10 on Aug 1, 2019 15:47:17 GMT
If you ate going by tube it's a long walk back to Baker Street after the show as you have to go the long way around so factor in a 20 minute or so walk.
Also it might feel lovely and warm at 7.30pm but once the sun goes down and you are sitting outside it gets chilly so a jumper or blanket are handy.
Dont worry about a brolly as it NEVER rains.
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Aug 1, 2019 15:58:16 GMT
When it’s not raining, how bad does the not raining have to be before they call it off?
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Post by alece10 on Aug 1, 2019 16:31:49 GMT
When it’s not raining, how bad does the not raining have to be before they call it off? As long as the actors dont electrocute themselves or slide off the stage they keep going. |
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Post by d'James on Aug 1, 2019 16:47:34 GMT
When I saw Jesus Christ Superstar the second year it was running, the Herod injured himself because it was so slippy.
It is a long walk from the station but it’s also a lovely walk before the show so give yourself time. Take a picnic if you can.
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Aug 1, 2019 16:55:22 GMT
When it’s not raining, how bad does the not raining have to be before they call it off? As long as the actors dont electrocute themselves or slide off the stage they keep going. No refunds then! |
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Post by TallPaul on Aug 1, 2019 16:57:46 GMT
Take a picnic if you can. Taking picnics is BurlyBeaR's speciality. I don't know if it's the teeth or the sharp claws that scares people! 🐻🥪 |
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Post by alece10 on Aug 1, 2019 17:05:49 GMT
As long as the actors dont electrocute themselves or slide off the stage they keep going. No refunds then! I think that if the performance is stopped due to bad weather once it has started then they will let you rebook for another performance and only refund if performance doesn't take place at all. Happened to me when I went to see Into the Woods. 2nd act cancelled but I was at the 2nd to last performance so couldn't rebook. But think you can see something the following season as long as you have your original ticket. |
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Aug 1, 2019 17:05:51 GMT
Take a picnic if you can. Taking picnics is BurlyBeaR 's speciality. I don't know if it's the teeth or the sharp claws that scares people! 🐻🥪 Didn’t go well for me last time I hosted a pic-Er-nic, don’t remember much about it! (Look who turned up uninvited, ate all the bananas and didn’t even bring a bottle)  |
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Post by lynette on Aug 1, 2019 17:29:13 GMT
Def take a blanket, coat and scarf even if 30+ in the daytime. Blanket can be sat on. Take food. Take food. Take food. Got that? Uber to the tube home.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 1, 2019 17:35:35 GMT
I'm honestly amazed that people think it's a long walk to the tube afterwards! Really? I don't remember it taking more than 10 minutes or so, and it's mostly through the park.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 1, 2019 17:39:40 GMT
Maybe they're counting from their seat to the tube, in which case people in the middle of a row may find it closer to 30 minutes. It can get awfully crowded when everyone's trying to leave through that one gate in the evenings.
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Post by lynette on Aug 1, 2019 18:10:01 GMT
In the old day, you just rolled up with your sarnies and your blankets and sat wherever you liked. And they continued through monsoons in front of just a couple in the audience until you couldn’t see the actors. Can’t help thinking something has been lost.
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Post by d'James on Aug 1, 2019 19:07:29 GMT
Maybe they should have a backup show like The Little Mermaid or something so the wetness makes sense. That, or Titanic. (Too soon?)
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Post by richey on Aug 1, 2019 19:42:43 GMT
Glad you started this thread Burly as we're seeing Evita in a few weeks time, our first visit too so it's good to get some tips!
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Post by Someone in a tree on Aug 2, 2019 5:59:46 GMT
Toptip - Take a roll of bin bags. So if it rains you can lay them out on your seat and not get a wet bum.
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Aug 2, 2019 6:03:25 GMT
Didn’t i hear talk of one-size-fits-nobody ponchos?
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Post by profquatermass on Aug 2, 2019 9:38:09 GMT
In the old day, you just rolled up with your sarnies and your blankets and sat wherever you liked. And they continued through monsoons in front of just a couple in the audience until you couldn’t see the actors. Can’t help thinking something has been lost. They still continue plays in torrential rain. I remember seeing Love's Labours Lost (with a young Benedict Cumberbatch) when it was so windy I couldn't hear most of it from about the fifth row. But the problem is with dancing - when i saw On the Town they had to keep stopping to clear the water off the stage. They did carry on though. Actually cancellations are very rare but I imagine they can't continue in a major thunderstorm |
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Post by NeilVHughes on Aug 2, 2019 9:38:32 GMT
If it has rained and you do not relish a wet seat, at the cafe there are paper napkins, pick up a few to wipe down the seat if you did not come prepared, came in useful last Saturday.
Do not leave it too late to get there, even though well signposted there is an opportunity to get lost.
It can get busy inside the Theatre, as long as you have your tickets relax in the park itself as there is much more space for your picnic, I usually aim to get to the Theatre once the seating area is open about 15 minutes before the play starts.
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Aug 2, 2019 9:53:24 GMT
^Yep, a fiver each. Sort of very thin bin bag with a hood and holes for arms (no sleeves). Should even fit a bear.  |
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Post by jgblunners on Aug 2, 2019 9:59:29 GMT
I'll reinforce the advice to take layers - even on hot days it can get very cold once the sun sets, especially if it's windy. Also I usually take sunglasses as again, even if it's not a particularly bright day, once the sun starts to set it can really catch you if you're sat in the right (wrong?) place.
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Post by winonaforever on Aug 2, 2019 12:06:00 GMT
Apart from the bin bags tip (which I did last last time I went, it had rained all day so the seats were soaked, but it did stay dry for the performance) don't drink the coffee, it's horrible!
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Post by TallPaul on Aug 2, 2019 12:33:51 GMT
I remember seeing Love's Labours Lost (with a young Benedict Cumberbatch) Name dropper! Is he good company? |
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Aug 2, 2019 12:38:17 GMT
So, shopping list so far:
Plasters for foot blisters ✅
Map of park ✅
Butties ✅
Flask of coffee ✅
Bin bags ✅
Sunglasses ✅
Poncho (cheap one from th’Arndale) ✅
Jumper ✅
Paper towels ✅
Another jumper ✅
Anything else? 😐
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Post by Deal J on Aug 2, 2019 13:14:36 GMT
If your transport allows it, hang about in the bar after the show closes. Quite often the cast will come out to meet their friends and many don't seem to mind you saying hello or asking for an autograph. That was certainly the case for the Saturday evening shows I went to of Little Shop of Horrors and Into the Woods, but maybe I've just been very lucky.
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Post by schuttep on Aug 2, 2019 13:27:45 GMT
I've been going for over 20 years and only been rained off once. That was the last performance of To Kill a Mockingbird and it was cancelled at the interval! And it was a really good show! Luckily they brought it back the following year so I was able to use my ticket to book again - at the original price obvs! There is no expiry date on a ticket where a performance has been cancelled.
Please don't take umbrellas - they block the view for those behind you.
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Post by theglenbucklaird on Aug 2, 2019 14:22:38 GMT
And don't go to the Globe or Madame Tussauds. Both full of tourist gimmicks
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Post by richey on Aug 2, 2019 16:45:52 GMT
^Yep, a fiver each. Sort of very thin bin bag with a hood and holes for arms (no sleeves). Should even fit a bear. yup I got some from a shop opposite work for a pound, so you can get them more cheaply here in Manchester |
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Aug 2, 2019 17:38:54 GMT
Was going to add "take insect repellent," but it seems rather redundant in cases where you are bringing your own insects anyway... 😞 |
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Post by peggs on Aug 2, 2019 18:53:34 GMT
In the old day, you just rolled up with your sarnies and your blankets and sat wherever you liked. And they continued through monsoons in front of just a couple in the audience until you couldn’t see the actors. Can’t help thinking something has been lost. That sounds rather appealing, mine is the sort of misguided character that would feel pride in staying in a downpour as others left. Only been once and went to a matinee in case I got lost in dark and then it was fine getting out though I wonder if it's only a different exit after the evening performance so it was simpler? I realised when I got there should have gone earlier to enjoy the park. It was decidedly threatening and I spent my time eyeing up the rain clouds with some alarm till it started to rain and we stopped (sounds like other productions have carried on through heavier rain so maybe it was a movement thing) but only for about 5 minutes and then carried on. It was a glorious setting and they do as noted let you back if it gets rained off but as someone who lives outside of London and had spent a lot on train fare I was mightily relieved it made it through. And gosh yes it was hot, I was rather ill at the time and rather remember all but sticking my head under the cold water in the toilets to try and stay upright. |
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