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Post by Deleted on Mar 21, 2016 15:07:43 GMT
It comes up as 2.30 and 7.30 for me so may be a geo-timed thing?
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Post by Deleted on Mar 21, 2016 15:10:09 GMT
Just checked. Clearly states 2.30 and 7.30 here in the UK, ali. On my ticket it's 2.30 too. Hope that helps.
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Post by ali973 on Mar 21, 2016 15:17:02 GMT
LOL thought so! Thanks, theatreboard people!
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Post by Deleted on Mar 21, 2016 15:23:19 GMT
Remember- don't be two hours late for a two hour show!
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Mar 21, 2016 16:09:26 GMT
What's everyone wearing turban-wise?
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Post by Deleted on Mar 21, 2016 16:50:12 GMT
What's everyone wearing turban-wise? Not quite turban but I thought I'd take inspiration from Camila Batmanghelidjh. That way Michael X will be able to pick me out of the audience . . wait for it . . . with one look. That's if the 6ft banner declaring "Michael. Be My Gaylord!" doesn't grab his attention first of course.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 21, 2016 17:21:22 GMT
What's everyone wearing turban-wise? It's tricky, isn't it? I'm torn between the monkey outfit I held onto after appearing briefly in Cabaret, the Herod gear I wore in Jesus Christ Superstar, or just clutching a couple of palm trees from my Copacabana days. There again if Michael's in swimwear, I could just bite the bullet and go for the Andrew Christian C-Ring number I bought in Old Compton Street last week. (I wouldn't want to upstage him...) Talking of upstaging... This is the THIRD avatar we've had from you, Burly! Beary Poppins was cute. This is downright sluttish! Whatever next?!?
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Post by niallpalmer on Mar 21, 2016 18:17:13 GMT
I hope the shortlink works...I got to interview Michael Xavier last week over lunch (please don't hate me!) and what an utterly charming man. Interview here wp.me/p5lmn9-sH
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Post by steve10086 on Mar 21, 2016 18:54:03 GMT
To those planning to wear a turban: make sure they are loose and easily detachable. Because if you're sitting in front of me it will be ripped off, and if it doesn't come off easily I'll be just as happy to rip your whole head off ;-)
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Mar 21, 2016 19:51:12 GMT
What's everyone wearing turban-wise? It's tricky, isn't it? I'm torn between the monkey outfit I held onto after appearing briefly in Cabaret, the Herod gear I wore in Jesus Christ Superstar, or just clutching a couple of palm trees from my Copacabana days. There again if Michael's in swimwear, I could just bite the bullet and go for the Andrew Christian C-Ring number I bought in Old Compton Street last week. (I wouldn't want to upstage him...) Talking of upstaging... This is the THIRD avatar we've had from you, Burly! Beary Poppins was cute. This is downright sluttish! Whatever next?!?Just lay back and enjoy it Hun... It's all free
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Post by ali973 on Mar 21, 2016 19:56:03 GMT
ENO's Sunset Facebook page features a picture of Patti LuPone in Norma drag with a caption that says "Patti LuPone in the original production of Sunset Boulevard."
I have a feeling that the page's admin are oblivious to the show's history.
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Post by wickedgrin on Mar 21, 2016 20:38:29 GMT
Oh dear - I'm ever so excited about seeing this - I do hope I am not disappointed.
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Mar 21, 2016 21:24:21 GMT
Oh dear - I'm ever so excited about seeing this - I do hope I am not disappointed. We're all in the same boat WG. Let's stay positive about and look forward to it being utterly fabulous.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 21, 2016 21:38:44 GMT
ENO's Sunset Facebook page features a picture of Patti LuPone in Norma drag with a caption that says "Patti LuPone in the original production of Sunset Boulevard." I have a feeling that the page's admin are oblivious to the show's history. Burton on Trent's production also gives some nice ideas for what to wear to the show (or if Anthony Powell's outfits get delayed in transit, and the ENO costume dept have to improvise.)
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Post by danb on Mar 22, 2016 7:43:50 GMT
Front Row of upper circle? Would my (6'4") legs still be restricted if I sat on an end?
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Post by londonmzfitz on Mar 22, 2016 16:40:46 GMT
^ Not if you leave them in the cloakroom. Oh, my - if there's a cloakroom, what say we all go and check numerous turbans in? *Just remembered I'm there on 1st April - April Fools Day. Must find bedazzled turban!* (Also, must get out more)
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Post by danb on Mar 22, 2016 20:09:56 GMT
^ Not if you leave them in the cloakroom. Very end seats have even less space than those further along, if that is possible. So are they next to a wall rather than an aisle?
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Post by Phantom of London on Mar 23, 2016 12:25:50 GMT
On a similar note, I am determined that when I see "Aladdin," I'm turning up with a roll of carpet, then demanding to know where the car park is. This would definitely be welcomed, if it was a Bill Kenwright production.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 27, 2016 20:44:00 GMT
Sadly cannot make the first performance now due to personal reasons, but managed to sell my ticket to a friend. I may go to the first Monday performance however. I feel this is going to be a performance that is simply not be missed. Call me crazy, but I am expecting it to be amazing!
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Post by ali973 on Mar 27, 2016 21:46:13 GMT
I'm there on the first and second performance.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 27, 2016 21:53:41 GMT
I'm there on the first and second performance. So jealous, please do report back!
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Post by danb on Mar 28, 2016 8:37:31 GMT
Oh my, It's this Saturday! Please don't be sh*t, please don't be sh*t....
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Post by ali973 on Mar 28, 2016 8:47:53 GMT
My friend knows someone who knows someone in the show. He told me a few things about it that I liked and a few things I didn't:
-There's a young Norma that appears every now and then
-Orchestra is on stage "in the mansion"
-It's very orchestral, I think there is a boost in the orchestral sound and ALW involved
-Glenn wears original costumes (as we all know based on the credits to Powell's costumes), but some of the costume changes have been cut out. I pray they keep the leopard print gown ("Today is the day! Max is going to deliver the script to Paramount. I've just spoken to my astrologer. She read DeMill's horoscope; she read mine. DeMille is Leo, I'm Scorpio. Mars is transmitting Jupiter and today is the day of closest conjunction."
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Post by danb on Mar 28, 2016 8:50:38 GMT
I won't be seeing much so am banking on the orchestra
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Post by anthony40 on Mar 28, 2016 8:55:12 GMT
My friend knows someone who knows someone in the show. He told me a few things about it that I liked and a few things I didn't: -There's a young Norma that appears every now and then -Orchestra is on stage "in the mansion" -It's very orchestral, I think there is a boost in the orchestral sound and ALW involved -Glenn wears original costumes (as we all know based on the credits to Powell's costumes), but some of the costume changes have been cut out. I pray they keep the leopard print gown ("Today is the day! Max is going to deliver the script to Paramount. I've just spoken to my astrologer. She read DeMill's horoscope; she read mine. DeMille is Leo, I'm Scorpio. Mars is transmitting Jupiter and today is the day of closest conjunction." Has he read the script?
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Post by ali973 on Mar 28, 2016 9:03:05 GMT
My friend knows someone who knows someone in the show. He told me a few things about it that I liked and a few things I didn't: -There's a young Norma that appears every now and then -Orchestra is on stage "in the mansion" -It's very orchestral, I think there is a boost in the orchestral sound and ALW involved -Glenn wears original costumes (as we all know based on the credits to Powell's costumes), but some of the costume changes have been cut out. I pray they keep the leopard print gown ("Today is the day! Max is going to deliver the script to Paramount. I've just spoken to my astrologer. She read DeMill's horoscope; she read mine. DeMille is Leo, I'm Scorpio. Mars is transmitting Jupiter and today is the day of closest conjunction." Has he read the script? I would hope he won't be reading it from a folder a la City Center Encores! come Friday!
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Post by danb on Mar 28, 2016 11:18:44 GMT
I know this has probably been talked about before but any advice on tickets and seats would be appreciated as never been to this theatre before really want to see sunset but have not got a huge budget ? Did just read that although very high the balcony gives good view rather that upper circle ? Any tips on getting cheap ticket with an OK view ? ? It was asked on the old board. I'm guessing all the good cheap seats have now gone, but I've pasted the notes I have on the place below for you, drowseychap: Stalls: The circle does not overhang any seats except boxes D to L. Stalls have steps rather than slope between rows, quite shallow but seats are well staggered to see between those in front. Seats also narrower than those in the dress circle. Row Q is in an alcove at the back. No aisles at the ends of rows from D back. Legroom is fine up to 5ft 11 or so, B and C 1 and 2, B35 and 36 and C 38 and 39 have nothing in front. Stalls boxes A and B have side views and miss the stage edges, as do C and M further back. D to L are in a horseshoe at the back and have a decent view over seats in front. Dress Circle: Circle above overhangs at row B, can't see surtitles from H back, lose the very top of the stage at J and significant top at L. A very shallow rake to seats, except L, on a high step. C 2 and 51 have nothing in front. D 1 and 53 are angled at 45 degrees to the stage, with no legroom for a quarter of the seat, unlimited for the rest. D1 is slightly better angled. Side block aisle seats nearest the centre block have a little space for one leg to stretch into from row C back. Row L end seats have a step in front of them, allowing longer legs to dangle a bit. Side block seats row A 1 and 72 look past lighting. Close to the stage, though. Legroom is nil in most of row A, 1 to 3, 15 to 38, 70 and 71 in particular. A 4 to 12 and 62 to 68 are OK to around 5ft 5, even 5ft 7 if willing to use toe-room (not for the monkey, though). Side block B and C, except those with nothing in front are OK to around 5ft 6 or so. Other seats in the main blocks from B to L are comfortable to 5ft 10, K to 5ft 8, at least. Dress Circle boxes have side views but seem excellent. Upper Circle: Circle above overhangs at row B, can't see surtitles from H back. No legroom in any seat for anyone over 5ft 5 except: C1 - 60% clear in front, B 1 and 51 and C56 - 100% clear. A 1 and 43 have no legroom at all. Boxes have similar views to dress circle. Balcony: High and misses sides or front of stage, depending where you sit. Seats are set high on the old concrete steps, so legroom isn't bad for those under 5ft 6 (just avoid end seats in rows A to C), and row K is good for those up to 5ft 9 plus. End seats in row K - 1, 6, 7, 19, 20, 32, 33, 45, 46 and 51 have no arm rest on the aisle side, allowing further spread. Hi Monkey, Where the stalls seats are next to a wall are they still tight or is there any additional legroom to be had? thx
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Post by danb on Mar 29, 2016 17:20:04 GMT
Same legroom as seats beside them, except the ones mentioned in rows B and C with nothing in front. Stalls legroom is fine unless you slept on a growbag as a kid, though. Thanks Monkey. Unfortunately I did sleep on a growbag as a kid (6'4") so no joy. It's ok I've bagged myself an aisle seat in the Dress Circle slips thanks to an upsetting turn of events & trading in two evening tickets for one matinee ticket. Note to all!!! The estimated running time of 2 hours is nonsense and should say 2hrs 55minutes. I checked with the box office today. Good job I didn't book that 5.30 train!
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Post by ali973 on Mar 29, 2016 17:21:10 GMT
I wish they'd sell t-shirts Too bad it's all fancy at the ENO.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 29, 2016 17:24:10 GMT
I wish they'd sell t-shirts Too bad it's all fancy at the ENO. They should sell turbans as well as t-shirts. And spotlights. And monkeys.
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