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Post by Deleted on Jun 11, 2016 17:37:37 GMT
OMGOSH. You HAVE to see this. I spent the first half with goosebumps all over and the second half in tears.
I. Am. A. Mess.
The cast are sensational, there really isn't a weak link amongst them. Strangely, knowing how it ends is the best thing about the show. You focus on the characters and it's just the most heartbreaking thing. I can feel myself welling up even just thinking about it. I want to blame the interval rose but I don't think I can.
This deserves to be on a bigger stage in London's glitzy west end and to run for years. I don't think I've ever jumped to my feet so quickly but it deserves every single ovation it gets.
I can't wait to go again. And again. And possibly again.
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Post by steve10086 on Jun 11, 2016 17:47:18 GMT
This deserves to be on a bigger stage in London's glitzy west end I agree with everything you said about the show, but being on a small stage has been one of the best things about it for me. Being so close to that cast, singing as powerfully as they do, is a highlight for me.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 11, 2016 17:50:41 GMT
This deserves to be on a bigger stage in London's glitzy west end I agree with everything you said about the show, but being on a small stage has been one of the best things about it for me. Being so close to that cast, singing as powerfully as they do, is a highlight for me. I do agree about that. I meant that it deserves to be seen by more people I suppose. The sound the cast make is a thing of glory. One of the best ensembles I think I've seen in a long long time.
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Post by steve10086 on Jun 11, 2016 18:06:48 GMT
I agree with everything you said about the show, but being on a small stage has been one of the best things about it for me. Being so close to that cast, singing as powerfully as they do, is a highlight for me. I do agree about that. I meant that it deserves to be seen by more people I suppose. The sound the cast make is a thing of glory. One of the best ensembles I think I've seen in a long long time. Exactly - amazing voices! And it does deserve to be seen by more people. Really glad this came around again.
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Post by musicalfloozie on Jun 11, 2016 19:34:33 GMT
After reading the reviews and everyone's comments on here I'm kind of glad my Groundhog Day tickets got cancelled and we booked this as a replacement I can't wait to go and see if for myself. Roll on July
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Post by Deleted on Jun 11, 2016 20:06:43 GMT
Amazing how a raved about show
In a tiny venue
Is being papered
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Post by Deleted on Jun 11, 2016 20:44:28 GMT
Could do well in a small theatre like the Duchess maybe? (I know TPTGW isn't closing anytime soon)
What's the set like? Is it quite big? How do they simulate the sinking?
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Post by d'James on Jun 11, 2016 20:51:58 GMT
Whoever answers George's question, if they could put the answer in spoiler tags, that'd be great.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 11, 2016 21:06:09 GMT
Whoever answers George's question, if they could put the answer in spoiler tags, that'd be great. If someone answers it!!
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Post by Deleted on Jun 12, 2016 16:25:30 GMT
Could do well in a small theatre like the Duchess maybe? (I know TPTGW isn't closing anytime soon) What's the set like? Is it quite big? How do they simulate the sinking? {Spoiler - click to view} They don't really attempt it. There's one moment where the top of the set tips and another where they simulate a desk lifting and floating but that's about it. It's really done more with suggestion than "Oh my God, we're sinking" and throwing themselves all over the stage. There is a moment with a lifeboat which is a real heartbreaker but it's so simply done.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 12, 2016 16:28:21 GMT
Amazing how a raved about show In a tiny venue Is being papered Well that's a real shame if so as it really doesn't deserve it.
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Post by djp on Jun 13, 2016 23:37:26 GMT
I agree with everything you said about the show, but being on a small stage has been one of the best things about it for me. Being so close to that cast, singing as powerfully as they do, is a highlight for me. I do agree about that. I meant that it deserves to be seen by more people I suppose. The sound the cast make is a thing of glory. One of the best ensembles I think I've seen in a long long time. indeed, I thought Titanic sounded phenomenal. Some impressive vocals and some really good dramatic performances - particularly the whose fault was it trio. Who ever cast it did a great job , its got a lot of WE names you know are really good anyway , but reinforces that by finding some equally good beginners, or less known performers. The third class , Irish female trio being a case in point - some people to watch out for there. It looked about 85-90% full for the Saturday matinee - hope it stays that way or does better. Certainly deserves to .
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Post by westendwendy on Jun 14, 2016 13:19:21 GMT
Amazing how a raved about show In a tiny venue Is being papered Well that's a real shame if so as it really doesn't deserve it.
Because the theatre is horrible that's why!!!
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Post by Deleted on Jun 14, 2016 13:21:38 GMT
Well that's a real shame if so as it really doesn't deserve it.
Because the theatre is horrible that's why!!!
Is it? What's wrong with it?
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Post by westendwendy on Jun 14, 2016 13:46:20 GMT
Because the theatre is horrible that's why!!!
Is it? What's wrong with it?
It is sticky, next to ventilation shafts, has no air or light, is inside a sticky arch, part of a drunken pub, a smelly café and the theatre itself inside is the strangest shape (too long) of any theatre I've ever visited.
It's right in the middle of the West End but feels worse than many fringe venues.
That said the show is great.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 14, 2016 13:50:35 GMT
Is it? What's wrong with it?
It is sticky, next to ventilation shafts, has no air or light, is inside a sticky arch, part of a drunken pub, a smelly café and the theatre itself inside is the strangest shape (too long) of any theatre I've ever visited.
It's right in the middle of the West End but feels worse than many fringe venues.
That said the show is great.
But on the flip side, when I was there on Saturday, the boy in the box office and the lovely lady in the bar were an absolute delight.
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Post by Phantom of London on Jun 14, 2016 14:03:14 GMT
Strange they go straight for papering, when tickets aren't even for sale or ven reduced through TKT's.
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Post by theatre-turtle on Jun 14, 2016 14:12:47 GMT
What does papering mean?
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Post by westendwendy on Jun 14, 2016 14:14:12 GMT
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Post by theatre-turtle on Jun 14, 2016 14:14:41 GMT
Really?! Is it only to insiders or to anyone?
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Post by Dawnstar on Jun 14, 2016 15:54:01 GMT
Is it? What's wrong with it?
It is sticky, next to ventilation shafts, has no air or light, is inside a sticky arch, part of a drunken pub, a smelly café and the theatre itself inside is the strangest shape (too long) of any theatre I've ever visited.
It's right in the middle of the West End but feels worse than many fringe venues.
That said the show is great.
The lack of air con is what's putting me off. When I tried to see Titanic at Southwark I had to leave in the interval because it was so hot I thought I was going to either faint or be sick. I don't want a repeat experience at Charing Cross. If only a theatre would do a run of Titanic in December!
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Post by westendwendy on Jun 14, 2016 17:02:34 GMT
Really?! Is it only to insiders or to anyone? Papering is a don't ask don't tell topic.
Producers give/release them to the cast, students, industry professionals, box office staff, front of house, ticketing agencies, bloggers - in other words the general public will never know of this.
If you do your homework there are 4 online clubs in London that are popular (No I'm not giving their names) but they have waiting lists and you have to pay to be on their "books" for free tickets. Such papering companies are used to make theatres look full when they are often suffering a little.
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Post by theatre-turtle on Jun 14, 2016 17:09:32 GMT
Really?! Is it only to insiders or to anyone? Papering is a don't ask don't tell topic.
{Spoiler - click to view}
Thanks for letting me in on the dark secret.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 14, 2016 20:20:18 GMT
Call me stupid, but I would never want a free ticket to a show. Even at a discount price, I want to support the shows I see and give them the money for the experience and help them move forward. Even if a show is failing at the box office, I still want to help support in any which way I can, even if that means being the only one in the room who paid to go. That may sound insane to some, but I just like to support the stuff people are creating.
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Post by The Matthew on Jun 14, 2016 21:23:30 GMT
Call me stupid, but I would never want a free ticket to a show. Even at a discount price, I want to support the shows I see You are supporting them by using free tickets. The producers wouldn't arrange for tickets to be distributed for free if there was nothing in it for them. Partly they do it in the hope that more people seeing the show will mean more people talking about the show and mentioning it on social media, partly they do it because a larger audience creates a better experience for everyone, and partly they do it because a bigger crowd at the theatre encourages more people to come in and buy a ticket. The producers know their business and they're not handing out comps for your benefit, even if you do benefit from them. And obviously you'd buy a programme and a brochure and, if you've just been paid, a drink.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 14, 2016 21:26:30 GMT
Call me stupid, but I would never want a free ticket to a show. Even at a discount price, I want to support the shows I see You are supporting them by using free tickets. The producers wouldn't arrange for tickets to be distributed for free if there was nothing in it for them. Partly they do it in the hope that more people seeing the show will mean more people talking about the show and mentioning it on social media, partly they do it because a larger audience creates a better experience for everyone, and partly they do it because a bigger crowd at the theatre encourages more people to come in and buy a ticket. The producers know their business and they're not handing out comps for your benefit, even if you do benefit from them. And obviously you'd buy a programme and a brochure and, if you've just been paid, a drink. I understand all that obviously, but as you even mentioned, giving out free tickets is not always a guarantee to help ticket sales of the show.
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Post by theatremadness on Jun 14, 2016 21:57:24 GMT
You are supporting them by using free tickets. The producers wouldn't arrange for tickets to be distributed for free if there was nothing in it for them. Partly they do it in the hope that more people seeing the show will mean more people talking about the show and mentioning it on social media, partly they do it because a larger audience creates a better experience for everyone, and partly they do it because a bigger crowd at the theatre encourages more people to come in and buy a ticket. The producers know their business and they're not handing out comps for your benefit, even if you do benefit from them. And obviously you'd buy a programme and a brochure and, if you've just been paid, a drink. I understand all that obviously, but as you even mentioned, giving out free tickets is not always a guarantee to help ticket sales of the show. Sincerely out of interest, Daniel, have you been offered free tickets to a show before?
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Post by Deleted on Jun 14, 2016 22:01:06 GMT
I understand all that obviously, but as you even mentioned, giving out free tickets is not always a guarantee to help ticket sales of the show. Sincerely out of interest, Daniel, have you been offered free tickets to a show before? I have, a few times actually. I have accepted a discount before, such as a cheap deal at the box office, dayseats etc and obviously if the tickets are a gift or something... but the few times I have been offered a free ticket I have either turned it down or offered it to a friend. I just like paying to go to the theatre. Sorry about it. May sound stupid, may sound like insanity but still...
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Post by Phantom of London on Jun 14, 2016 22:08:07 GMT
I support theatre by the amount of times I attend, cheap tickets allow me to see more shows, there by given a little bit of support.
1 person won't stop a show from closing, but a cheap/ free seat spreads word of mouth. Papering normally happens in previews, to give the show a good base to build on.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 14, 2016 22:13:59 GMT
Please don't get me wrong, I have no issue with people using free tickets, it can be a good business venture and it is easier to get into shows with them. I will no doubt, in my life, accept a free ticket to a show I want to desperately see. You do you boo boo's.
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