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Post by Deleted on Jan 6, 2022 16:40:07 GMT
I think it will go ahead, but casting might depend on who can make it on the day, given the current covid numbers. Although he is currently playing King George on Broadway, i will be slighly disappointed if Euan Morton doesnt make an appearance. Will Luke Evans be there, now he is a big film star?
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Post by adamk on Jan 6, 2022 19:11:47 GMT
Hello all. Never done this but-there’s a first time for everything! The concert is happening. Subject to all the usual stuff but its sold out-although the final 100 tickets held back will be released around January 21st Cast still being confirmed but many of the big names all committed as long as they dont catch you know what It is a concert format. Will raise lots for the charities and should be fun. Those actors based overseas are unlikely to make it in person but hopefully they will participate and join the evening in some way. It’s thrilling to see what has happened to all those performers since we built that great show and I built that little 325 seat theatre in that church basement. They were fun times. Mostly! The artists-writers, actors, George, Chris-everyone have been som wonderful in making this happen. It will be a rollercoaster but isnt that the point! Sorry the tickets are so expensive-but my priority was raising as much for the charities as possible-we will have some rush on the day and some sponsoered tickets that George and I are paying for as well that will be released a few days prior. Please keep going to all theatre as much as you can. We need it now-perhaps more than ever. Adam
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Post by Deleted on Jan 6, 2022 19:18:55 GMT
Thank you Adam for the update and for registering just to do it! Really looking forward to the show.
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Post by drowseychap on Jan 6, 2022 20:02:42 GMT
Thank you Adam for the update really appreciated can’t believe it’s so long ago now I loved it so much travelled from Birmingham 9 times to catch it …. Also the tours … and the London production a few years back Such a fab show can’t wait for the anniversary evening coming from the midlands to see it so was getting anxious… They had so many fabulous performers over the years so plenty to choose from for the evening many have gone on to glittering careers . Really hope there are some surprises on the night and would love to hear maybe a song from the USA production
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Post by Deleted on Jan 6, 2022 22:04:06 GMT
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Post by blobble84 on Jan 6, 2022 23:18:18 GMT
Will it be the original songs or the revised versions?
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Post by d'James on Jan 7, 2022 4:10:21 GMT
What did Lyn Paul say?
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Post by adamk on Jan 7, 2022 6:07:46 GMT
Everyone we have asked has been very willing and enthusiastic. Obviously, we can’t announce anything until much nearer the time because of risk of very probable changes due to covid etc. The concert is very much a celebration of the original London production and the music and content of that show. We have a few things that we hope will be nice surprises-but again-it’s not right to promise anything specific as it’s a constantly moving target at the moment. Sorry if that’s not what you want to hear, but at the moment, I can’t say more. I don’t want to disappoint anyone. Thank you so much for the information on the Leigh Bowery exhibition. Much appreciated.
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Post by dazzerlump on Jan 7, 2022 9:32:46 GMT
I'd love a full revived production of the west end version. Would be great at somewhere like the Menier or Southwark playhouse
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Post by Deleted on Jan 8, 2022 0:14:30 GMT
I guess that depends on whether she watched the commentary on the 2nd disc of the Taboo DVD!
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Post by Deleted on Jan 8, 2022 0:27:12 GMT
Maybe a controversial opinion, but I prefer a lot of the changes made for the Broadway production; Cutting Billy, his mum and dad and Petal the placement of songs, the orchestrations and It's the Broadway recording I listen to the most, Liz McCartney,the 5 part Out of Fashion!! It didn't all work, so i'd love to see a hybrid production some day.
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Post by mark9w on Jan 15, 2022 12:47:36 GMT
Any news / info on this yet ? Can't wait !!
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Post by gmoneyoutlaw on Jan 15, 2022 19:48:08 GMT
I know where Im sitting but have not received an email with the qr codes.
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Post by horton on Jan 16, 2022 8:07:05 GMT
I think the best version is somewhere between the two productions, with a better integrated sub-plot. Some of the new musical arrangements on Broadway were thrilling.
And of course, the score still stands as arguably the best British score of this century!
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Post by richey on Jan 16, 2022 10:52:04 GMT
I know where Im sitting but have not received an email with the qr codes. Who did you book with? My ticket is showing on my Ticketmaster account
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Post by alece10 on Jan 16, 2022 11:10:35 GMT
I know where Im sitting but have not received an email with the qr codes. If you booked through LW theatres then you will receive your e-ticket 24 hours before the show. This is who I booked mine through and just checked the confirmation e mail that states you will get the ticket the day before. I think this is standard procedure with LW Theatres.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 16, 2022 20:00:57 GMT
I booked a seat in the front row of the dress circle, and in my haste to book, didnt check TheatreMonkey beforehand. Apparently there is very little legroom in row A and as someone who is 6'1, this is going to be a struggle. Anyone have a single seat in the stalls and be willing to swap? I know its a long shot, but its worth asking.
Maybe i can get another seat when the last few go on sale, though i think that is going to be a scrum to get one.
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Post by QueerTheatre on Jan 20, 2022 18:18:16 GMT
Hello all. Never done this but-there’s a first time for everything! The concert is happening. Subject to all the usual stuff but its sold out-although the final 100 tickets held back will be released around January 21st Cast still being confirmed but many of the big names all committed as long as they dont catch you know what It is a concert format. Will raise lots for the charities and should be fun. Those actors based overseas are unlikely to make it in person but hopefully they will participate and join the evening in some way. It’s thrilling to see what has happened to all those performers since we built that great show and I built that little 325 seat theatre in that church basement. They were fun times. Mostly! The artists-writers, actors, George, Chris-everyone have been som wonderful in making this happen. It will be a rollercoaster but isnt that the point! Sorry the tickets are so expensive-but my priority was raising as much for the charities as possible-we will have some rush on the day and some sponsoered tickets that George and I are paying for as well that will be released a few days prior. Please keep going to all theatre as much as you can. We need it now-perhaps more than ever. Adam hey adam! i went to the leigh bowery exhibition today & it really got my hopes up to try and catch this - are more tickets still being released tomorrow?
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Post by Seriously on Jan 20, 2022 23:06:32 GMT
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Post by FrontroverPaul on Jan 21, 2022 0:55:43 GMT
There are currently two seats for Taboo @ £160 available in the centre of row K of the stalls through London Theatre Direct. They can be purchased individually - I got as far as checkout with one just to check.
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Post by alece10 on Jan 21, 2022 8:48:47 GMT
If there are rehearsal pics why still no cast announcement? I'm afraid I don't recognise the people in the pics. Can anyone tell me who they are please?
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Post by partytentdown on Jan 21, 2022 9:30:36 GMT
I suspect they are hoping to maintain some level of surprise for those attending on the night if there are some big-ish names. It's not like they need to create any buzz to sell tickets.
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Post by helso1 on Jan 21, 2022 9:43:26 GMT
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Post by helso1 on Jan 21, 2022 9:44:57 GMT
From that pic above, you have Matthew Rowland and Paul Treacy on the left side playing George (both from the Brixton production) and on the right is original Marilyn Mark McGee and second cast Marilyn John Partridge. From the looks of that staging, its possibly Guttersnipe they are rehearsing here :-)
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Post by alece10 on Jan 21, 2022 10:07:33 GMT
From that pic above, you have Matthew Rowland and Paul Treacy on the left side playing George (both from the Brixton production) and on the right is original Marilyn Mark McGee and second cast Marilyn John Partridge. From the looks of that staging, its possibly Guttersnipe they are rehearsing here :-) Thanks for that.
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Post by adamk on Jan 21, 2022 11:30:17 GMT
Exciting. Frankly thrilling news will break in next 60-90 minutes. Could not be more delighted. However, we are still wanting to be very careful about announcing specific casting as its not fair or right if/possibly when, people have to swap out because of you know what. Adam
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Post by Deleted on Jan 21, 2022 11:35:42 GMT
Exciting. Frankly thrilling news will break in next 60-90 minutes. Could not be more delighted. However, we are still wanting to be very careful about announcing specific casting as its not fair or right if/possibly when, people have to swap out because of you know what. Adam Oh you tease!!!! I cannot wait to find out what this news is!!!
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Post by helso1 on Jan 21, 2022 11:38:07 GMT
Exciting. Frankly thrilling news will break in next 60-90 minutes. Could not be more delighted. However, we are still wanting to be very careful about announcing specific casting as its not fair or right if/possibly when, people have to swap out because of you know what. Adam Woohoo exciting, cannot wait! :-)
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Post by Deleted on Jan 21, 2022 13:41:42 GMT
Exciting. Frankly thrilling news will break in next 60-90 minutes. Could not be more delighted. However, we are still wanting to be very careful about announcing specific casting as its not fair or right if/possibly when, people have to swap out because of you know what. Adam Hello. Have the final few tickets gone on sale yet or have i missed them? I have a ticket, but looking for a different seat. Happy to give away the Dress Circle ticket if i can get another.
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Post by evilmat360 on Jan 21, 2022 16:12:52 GMT
I see that the extra tickets are a whole new performance
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