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Post by talkstageytome on Apr 4, 2016 0:05:18 GMT
zrinka cvitesic too.
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Post by talkstageytome on Apr 3, 2016 19:15:06 GMT
Tour seems most likely as it's been rumoured for ages if I'm not mistaken.
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Post by talkstageytome on Apr 1, 2016 15:00:36 GMT
I'd say Hand To God too, although it's not really an intimate production (although the Vaudeville is hardly huge). I really really enjoyed it and it was quite different as well.
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Post by talkstageytome on Mar 24, 2016 23:50:07 GMT
How quickly do we expect this to sell out (If it's going to)? I really want to buy a ticket but as usual I have about a million things to pay for first! I think it sounds like it's going to be fab and I don't want to miss out because I was too late for tickets!
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Post by talkstageytome on Mar 18, 2016 10:44:50 GMT
Oooh i wondered if/when this would come over. Quite exciting news!
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Post by talkstageytome on Mar 15, 2016 22:53:09 GMT
I was under the impression she was quite reliable in the past?
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Post by talkstageytome on Mar 14, 2016 17:45:18 GMT
Is Hushabye Mountain oddly sped up still? Thought that was quite jarring in Leeds. Yes, I thought it seemed rushed too. Odd, I've never heard it done like that before. 'Rushed' is the perfect word. Speeding up the tempo didn't add anything to the song, but rather took away some of its poignancy.
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Post by talkstageytome on Mar 14, 2016 9:26:37 GMT
I think direction is the key here. I was part of the premier of a pretty vile play, aged 16, (and because it was the premier, I had no idea what I was in for, despite having been given sides and a synopsis before being cast, so it was even more shocking when I finally read the script in full. But the direction was so brilliant, and the rehearsal process was so calm and relaxed that we managed to keep the integrity of the play, without traumatising any of the cast members (although at 16 I was one of the youngest cast members by far, and much of the cast was much older). That's probably the key here I'd say, that and a warning on any advertising material that the play will feature shocking themes so that people are pre-warned.
Really though, what you need to do is read the text in full with your group and decide yourselves whether it's for you or not, as some people may be less comfortable with these themes (understandably).
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Post by talkstageytome on Mar 14, 2016 8:44:28 GMT
I am also assuming due to how much of the play is controversial that is would be heavily censored, so does the play go to stage well with their being potential censorship? Thank you all very much in advance (Any tips regarding how to pull this off would be warmly welcomed!) I think perhaps you are talking about how the play was received in the past. The play script will not have been censored, so what is written in there should be all the original text. It was in the past, when sensibilities were much stricter that this play was censored, and in fact, was not allowed to be performed at all for quite a few years. Audiences today are much more tolerant to shocking images / themes on stage (on the whole) and so given the ages of people in your group I can't imagine there would be a problem with you performing the play as it is written at all. To echo what's been said though, don't try and cut and change the text yourself because that will get you shut down.
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Post by talkstageytome on Mar 12, 2016 21:26:36 GMT
It wasn't a blanket statement, actually. I'm glad you can enjoy both Hamilton and Memphis separately (as one should), since there's very little room of comparison and overlap between the shows. I had a hunch that Michael wouldn't like it, having noticed a trend in the type of shows he likes. Again, not meant in a patronizing way at all. I happen to like Wicked. Just an observation now that I can match what shows some of the members are really into. Ahh I see. Looking back my question may have come off a bit abrupt but I didn't intend it too. I thought I was missing something. All this talk of Hamilton is making me more and more eager for it to come over. Friend of a friend said she knew someone auditioning for Angelica in the summer but I have no idea if this is just hearsay, or completely made up, or actually based on truth, but if it is true then that's exciting. I just want some solid proof of the transfer!
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Post by talkstageytome on Mar 12, 2016 10:17:46 GMT
I am a big fan of both Memphis and Hamilton. What's the relationship between the two of them? I'm assuming the fact that the music styles are so different.. but then, are there many shows that have the same rap sound as Hamilton?
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Post by talkstageytome on Mar 12, 2016 9:05:49 GMT
Oh dear. I've booked to see this in a months time and so far it's hardly been raved about. I am a fan of Jamie Lloyd so hopefully I'll enjoy this though.
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Post by talkstageytome on Mar 10, 2016 17:14:30 GMT
You've been lucky if that's the case. Lots and lots of actors have superfans. Symptoms include over-the-top laughing at jokes (I don't mean a hearty laugh, I mean a clearly put-on laugh), loitering round the stage door, asking for a million photos/autographs, whooping with disregard for the rest of the audience/at inappropriate points... and harassing on Twitter (though that's less relevantto this convo). I'm afraid Lee does have fans like this, but so do a lot of people. It's not always an issue.
Potts is hardly a role to get the pulse racing though so lets pray that whooping/wolf whistling etc are kept to a minimum!
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Post by talkstageytome on Mar 9, 2016 1:16:26 GMT
I also preferred Sooha Kim and Richard Carson to Eva and Chris Peluso in Miss Saigon. Sooha especially was phenomenal, I was in love with her by the end which made the ending all the more tragic. I liked Eva but Sooha's acting felt more genuine, although I found Eva's voice to be just a bit more powerful.
Those two leads literally changed the whole show for me though. I first saw Miss Saigon just under a year ago, and although I liked it, I wasn't blown away at all. I decided to revist in the last few weeks, just to give it another go, and my gosh I sobbed from beginning to end! I loved it.
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Post by talkstageytome on Mar 9, 2016 0:40:53 GMT
4 stars from Mark Shenton at The Stage. Very different to the majority of other reviews so far.
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Post by talkstageytome on Mar 8, 2016 23:26:57 GMT
Hmm.. when I saw this on Broadway I felt it was just too American, or maybe fake-British is a better way of putting it (if you've seen the show them the maids are probably the best example of this... felt like they'd been tipped from some sort of slapstick movie and lightened the tone of all of the Barrie household scenes which, in the movie, are poingnant and help to emphasise the relationships between Barrie and Sylvia and her children).
Additionally, the music felt too pop-y for a period piece, and although that sort of contrast sometimes works, I didn't feel that it did here. It didn't have the subtleties or emotional depth that the film has.
The name, cast and Peter Pan element will probably mean that this'll do fairly well, but I can't see it being a long runner. But then,what is nowadays?
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Post by talkstageytome on Mar 7, 2016 19:18:32 GMT
Once I've seen a show I almost always only ever return if I want to see an understudy.
I've seen loads of fab understudies but for me the standouts were Rachel John and Jon Robyns in Memphis. I loved Beverley and Killian but Rachel and Jon were spectacular. Especially when together. I also preferred Tim Newman to Killian as well.
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Post by talkstageytome on Mar 3, 2016 1:22:37 GMT
I cry at absolutely everything. Happy or sad, it doesn't matter. I'm exaggerating when I say I cried for the whole of Miss Saigon a few weeks ago. I just couldn't stop. It did't help that I#d seen it before and I knew what was coming so everything was so futile and so painful. But incredible! I cried every time I saw Memphis (and I saw it 11 times) at least three times. Coloured Woman, Memphis Lives In Me and Steal Your Rock and Roll. The end of Phantom, Les Mis and Wicked always get me. I mean, they're all quite standard and Cliche ones, but seriously, I cry at most things I see. Not quite so much now that I'm older, but as a teenager I'd bawl at pretty much anything theatre related.
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Post by talkstageytome on Mar 1, 2016 20:11:16 GMT
I hope this all works out, I miss this show so much!
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Post by talkstageytome on Mar 1, 2016 0:52:22 GMT
sonia friedman
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Post by talkstageytome on Mar 1, 2016 0:03:00 GMT
I meant it more in the sense that while adults tend to wonder how tricks are performed and try and work them out, younger audience members like the sort which go to see Wicked as their first shows (and kids who saw chitty fly back when it was around) see the moments as magical and unexpected. Obviously adults go to these shows and some are wowed too, but for younger audience members the big flying moments really take your breath away. I still remember the flying sequences in the first two shows I ever saw (I was probably only a couple of years old) in The Snowman and Peter Pan at the Birmingham Rep. They must have both been at least 15 years ago I'd say, and yet they've stuck with me.
Miss Saigon is amazng because the whole Kim's Nightmare scene and in fact the show in general is just an emotional bombardment from beginning to end. When the copter arrives I just sobbed. Very emotional!
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Post by talkstageytome on Feb 29, 2016 23:09:14 GMT
I've heard that Ghost had some amazing special effects, and that's the main reason why I'm planning on catching the tour. Like some of the music, the film's plot is okay but if the special effects are as good as everyone made out then I have to see the show! Personally I like anything where anything/anyone flies. Elphaba in Wicked, the helecopter in Miss Saigon, the car in Chitty....
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Post by talkstageytome on Feb 29, 2016 23:02:02 GMT
Bit pointless when the show is closing Like NHS excellence awards Means jack sh*t Harsh but true Well a nomination/win can't hurt any of their careers. I'm glad that it was received so positively, but I definitely agree that it lacked mainstream appeal. I guess we'll see what happens on the night. The nominations are all in very strong categories.
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Post by talkstageytome on Feb 29, 2016 22:57:42 GMT
I do think the nominations are rather boring this year. It's just the same couple of things nominated for every category, which makes no sense given how much brilliant stuff has been around this year. Happy that Hand To God was nominated for best new comedy, but I'd have nominated Harry Melling for his part as well given that he pretty much carries the whole thing single handedly. As with every year, I've seen WAY more musicals than plays, but surprisingly I've not seen every musical in the musical theatre categories as I didn't see Guys and Dolls or Bend It Like Beckham. Would've liked to have seen Sam Mackay on the list of Best Actor in A Musical. Bedella was very good but not the most memorable character in my opinion. Happy for Dan Burton though as I thought he was fantastic in Gypsy (although he'd left by the time I got to see the show, and so I only saw him on the televised version of Gypsy). Best Actress in a Supporting Role in a Musical is a tough category but I think that Lara will probably get it. Imelda's probably got Best Actress in a Musical in the bag, and from the hype around Matt Henry in Kinky Boots I'd say he'll probably bag that award too, even though when I saw the show I didn't love him in the role. Anyway, I look forward to the ceremony as the musical acts are always fun, even if the wins are often quite predictable.
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Post by talkstageytome on Feb 29, 2016 22:43:26 GMT
Yes, the marketing let it down. There was a big poster in my local train station and every time I looked at it, even though it was gorgeously bright and brightened up the gloom of the rest of the wall it just looked garish, cheesy, I can't quite put my finger on it but it certainly put me off seeing it in favour of other things. If it tours I'd see it without blinking, but to go straight into the west end with nothing to back it up (the film came out years ago, it didn't really have a star etc.) just felt weird. And the huge difference in opinion between critics and the majority of forum members was very confusing and didn't fill me with confidence. I do wish I'd seen it but it was never at the top of my priorities list unfortunately. Still, happy for the nominees that even though the show is closing their work is being appreciated.
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Post by talkstageytome on Feb 25, 2016 10:03:56 GMT
Saw the tour yesterday and although I didn't love the show, I was really only going for Rachel, and she was outstanding.
The story was so slow though. I found the stalker more awkward than scary, and the dialogue was so stilted and cliche.
Did think that the slow motion concert scene looked really good though, and lighting design was nice enough.
Was thinking of seeing it on the west end because I love Beverley Knight a lot, but probably won't bother now. Still, glad I saw it and can cross it off the list.
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Post by talkstageytome on Feb 20, 2016 10:15:25 GMT
Oh really? Very interesting. I saw the show a few weeks ago and Tony Yazbeck really stood out amongst the rest of the cast (along with LMK). Will be interesting to see what Boe brings to the table. It'll certainly be nice to see him in something that's not Les Mis!
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Post by talkstageytome on Feb 20, 2016 10:09:27 GMT
I sure love a theatre community that will condemn a performer's performance before he's even started rehearsals. Hardly condemning, just expressing an opinion. I think he's a VERY talented performer, but not my personal first pick for the role. Others can and do disagree. And besides, the casting isn't even official yet so really it'sall just speculation. He's an actor after all, I've no doubt he'd be fine.
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Post by talkstageytome on Feb 20, 2016 6:04:48 GMT
Ran into Andy Mientus (Smash, amongst other things) and his fiance Michael Arden (hunchback of Notre dame) at a random Sunday matinee of assassins last year. We had a nice conversation in the foyer after the show (they clearly knew Aaron Tveit well and were waiting for him).
And I saw Alexandra Burke at Memphis in the last few weeks of the run.
Again both of these stories were left on the old forum but thought I'd repost them here.
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Post by talkstageytome on Feb 20, 2016 5:43:42 GMT
I love Alfie Boe but couldn't see it either. I think Hadley Fraser (as suggested by others on hrre) would be a lot more suitable. I just don't hear Boe's voice singing the music.
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