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Post by theatreian on Apr 13, 2024 8:56:10 GMT
Lyn played the role of Mrs Johnstone off and on from 1997 to 2021 and was also in Taboo amongst other things. This link to a video of one of the great songs of Taboo from the Albert Hall. Anyone who knows Blood Brothers will know Lyn was one of the best Mrs Johnstone's.
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Post by theatreian on Apr 12, 2024 21:22:28 GMT
I enjoyed it when I saw it in Birmingham. you have to take it for what it is. The main criticism I had was that they tried to fit too many songs in so you ended up with medleys and a line or 2 of some songs when I would rather have heard more of fewer songs.
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Post by theatreian on Apr 12, 2024 9:01:51 GMT
Have to admit the casting is dreadfully underwhelming. I thought we were going to get at least one big name from MT. I'm wondering what you class as a big name. Cassidy is pretty big and Lyn Paul I am sure will give a great performance. Don't know Julie.
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Post by theatreian on Apr 2, 2024 14:17:14 GMT
The original Sunset Boulevard at the Adelphi was spectacular as was Mary Poppins at the Prince Edward.
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Post by theatreian on Mar 29, 2024 22:07:55 GMT
Wednesday: I should be so lucky.
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Post by theatreian on Mar 22, 2024 11:37:29 GMT
A brief clip of all 37 songs.
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Post by theatreian on Mar 11, 2024 14:52:49 GMT
For the first time the Big 5 and host country will perform their songs live in full in the semi finals. They are still automatically through to the final but at least will have the chance to perform it twice as the other finalist's do.
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Post by theatreian on Mar 5, 2024 16:09:14 GMT
They still perform now as The Fizz with 3 of the original band. They have also recorded several albums withike Stock in recent years so still have a fan base.
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Post by theatreian on Mar 1, 2024 8:36:26 GMT
Welcome Ash, I'm mainly a musicals fan. My favourites are Sunset Boulevard, Blood Brothers, Les Miserables amongst many others. Have lived all over England and when I lived in Essex I used to go to London every week on my day off.
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Post by theatreian on Feb 13, 2024 9:46:11 GMT
K T was on radio 2 this morning. It appears the run at Bromley is a sort of workshop. No West End run has been agreed yet but that's what they are hoping for.
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Post by theatreian on Feb 9, 2024 12:36:10 GMT
All I will say it's a tragedy if you don't see this.You'll be sorry in a heartbeat.In the here and now with the steps hits it's better the devil you know although that was the last thing on my mind.I'm sure it won't be better best forgotten and if it does transfer hopefully it will be in the summer of love when all the fans can stomp into the theatre where it will create a chain reaction of joy.It certainly won't be one for sorrow!
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Post by theatreian on Feb 9, 2024 10:07:36 GMT
Heard Mel Giedroyc talking about this today. A video of one of the songs sounds promising.
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Post by theatreian on Feb 8, 2024 22:49:39 GMT
Well I will have quite a day as I booked for a Saturday matinee and then I was already seeing Jane Mcdonald in the evening!Will be quite a 2 show day.
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Post by theatreian on Feb 7, 2024 17:28:21 GMT
There is a video of Louise and Rachel singing I will never leave you on whatsonstage. I wish I could make the concert. It's a beautiful song. It's on one of Louise's solo albums : For you for me.
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Post by theatreian on Feb 3, 2024 10:24:46 GMT
I must admit I'm shocked at how little tickets have sold right now lol. Most people will never have heard of Pippin , I must admit I thought the Palladium a bit ambitious for this. I've only seen it once at the Menier I think, but did really enjoy it.Hope the sales pick up.
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Post by theatreian on Feb 2, 2024 16:52:58 GMT
Sounds like something new but who knows!
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Post by theatreian on Jan 31, 2024 22:55:16 GMT
Did anyone catch her singing "my favourite things" with Mary Martin on BBC2 at the weekend? I'd never seen it before, it was lovely. Yes I saw that too, never seen it before .
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Post by theatreian on Jan 31, 2024 9:54:31 GMT
I caught "I Know a Place" on the radio earlier today, and I was struck by the perfection of Petula's vocals in this superb, Tony-Hatch-penned, slice of 60s pop. Her back catalogue is superb, At the highlight of her pop career she produced so many great pop songs. Her recordings in various languages run into thousands.
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Post by theatreian on Jan 31, 2024 9:49:03 GMT
Anyone fortunate enough to see her exit the Prince Edward stage door in Frith Street during Mary Poppins must have felt such a warmth from her; Through work, I saw her several times and she never failed to pause and sign autographs for anyone waiting before being escorted into her car. She still has the most bright and attentive eyes, sometimes partially hidden beneath an immaculate fedora she'd wear, along with a loose-fitting track-suit or downtime clothes having just finished a performance. It is indeed a shame that she hasn't been made a dame but I imagine it's something she'd just shrug off as simply not meant to be. Have to agree. I have met Petula several times and she never disappointed. She certainly was never a diva and always underestimated her achievements.
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Post by theatreian on Jan 30, 2024 22:32:45 GMT
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Post by theatreian on Jan 29, 2024 14:53:45 GMT
Does anyone know how the 2 films will be split comparing it to the stage show?
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Post by theatreian on Jan 29, 2024 10:04:58 GMT
Which website do you use for past productions? Would be interested in taking a look. I only used Wikipedia for the general theatre hence the missed production probably. Then I just did a search for Pirates of Penzance when it was noted that was missing. I agree though it is interesting looking back on a particular theatre for all it's productions.
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Post by theatreian on Jan 27, 2024 23:32:52 GMT
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Post by theatreian on Jan 27, 2024 23:24:33 GMT
Daniel Boys was the standout performance for me, I've always loved his voice. Ivano was dreadful, the vocal was awful. The Les Mis was disappointing as the way it was arranged really detracted from what is a beautiful song.Won't be rushing out to book Hadestown either, not a good representation and the story didn't want to make me get a ticket. Having said that a good overall show but the BBC 2 show had some great clips too.
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Post by theatreian on Jan 27, 2024 10:59:20 GMT
You've missed out Pirates of Penzance, between Whorehouse & 42nd St! The website I used obviously not totally correct, apologies. Pirates:Opening May 26, 1982 Closing: October 29, 1983 Cast: Pirate King Tim Curry ... Samuel Sylvester McCoy ... Frederic Michael Praed ... Ruth Annie Ross ... Major-General Stanley's Daughters Carolyn Allen Jackie Downey Carol Duffy Gaynor Miles ... Edith Janet Shaw ... Kate Bonnie Langford ... Isabel Louise Gold ... Mabel Pamela Stephenson ... Major-General Stanley George Cole
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Post by theatreian on Jan 26, 2024 23:35:00 GMT
Just as the 2nd banishment was about to start we had a power cut!!After Evie had gone...Luckily we just missed Andrew going and it came back on.Very spooky!!
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Post by theatreian on Jan 26, 2024 23:32:14 GMT
My first visit was Miss Saigon, though can't remember the year. It's a great thing though looking back at a particular theatre and it's history for all of us. Maybe this thread could continue into other major theatres too.
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Post by theatreian on Jan 26, 2024 16:34:03 GMT
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Post by theatreian on Jan 26, 2024 16:27:02 GMT
I thought I'd post the complete list of shows from 1919!
Cinderella (1919) Rose Marie (1924–1927) Showboat (1928–1929) Noel Coward's Cavalcade (1931–1932) Three Sisters (1934) Oklahoma! (1947–1950)[93] Carousel (1950–1951)[3] South Pacific (1951–1953)[94] The King and I (1953–1956)[94] My Fair Lady (1958–1963)[46] Camelot (1964–1965)[3] Hello Dolly! (1965–1967)[3] Mame (1969–1970) The Great Waltz (1970–1972)[3] Gone with the Wind (1972–1973) Billy (1974–1976) A Chorus Line (1976–1979) Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street (1980) The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas (1981–1983) 42nd Street (1984–1989) Miss Saigon (1989–1999) The Witches of Eastwick (2001) My Fair Lady (revival) (2001–2003) Anything Goes (revival) (2003–2004) The Producers (2004–2007)[96] The Lord of the Rings: The Musical (2007–2008)[97] Oliver! (revival) (2009–2011)[98] Shrek The Musical (2011–2013)[99] Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2013–2017)[100] 42nd Street (revival) (2017–2019)[102] Frozen (2021–2024)
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Post by theatreian on Jan 25, 2024 14:30:17 GMT
It's years now since I've been to the OAT. Their scheduling in recent years has been very uninspired. This year is no exception. I guess everyone has their own taste but this season certainly isn't mine!
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