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Post by daniel on Aug 28, 2017 0:20:23 GMT
Its interesting though isn't it, that we pick out the male ensemble to focus on in these numbers, moreso than not just the females, but for me anyway, some of the main cast haha! Speak for yourself, I couldn't take my eyes off the female ensemble
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Post by daniel on Aug 27, 2017 12:38:52 GMT
I'm also there on September 5th - it's Media Night for the new cast so hopefully they'll all be on and in fine voice How come the media night is almost 2 months after the new cast started? The last one was in March (6ish weeks after cast change) so I guess this is similar amount of time after the most recent change. It gives the cast time to bed in before the press come along to review it.
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Post by daniel on Aug 27, 2017 10:41:11 GMT
I'm also there on September 5th - it's Media Night for the new cast so hopefully they'll all be on and in fine voice
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Post by daniel on Aug 26, 2017 22:01:51 GMT
Glad I held back on booking tickets. Have just had an email from ATG with a flash sale including half price tickets at Manchester. Perfectly timed with payday I wonder why I haven't had the ATG email - I am a card holder..... You must be on a special list, Richey! if you go to the website and enter your card number as if you were going to buy the seats, you'll see the discounts available you don't necessarily need to click through from an email
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Post by daniel on Aug 26, 2017 21:58:19 GMT
Miranda is back! (According to a Facebook friend who was there tonight)
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Post by daniel on Aug 24, 2017 16:23:56 GMT
Jesus, Miranda obviously got bored as hell after a few weeks. I suppose it's not for everybody. She should've thought about that before signing a contract, though. Her stamina sucks, has to be said. In fairness, a throat infection is a little different to can't be arsed...
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Post by daniel on Aug 24, 2017 14:40:02 GMT
Is Miranda back in the show now? Seemingly not!
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Post by daniel on Aug 24, 2017 13:28:33 GMT
Just to add to the above; downloaded TodayTix (actually can't believe I hadn't heard of this!). They still have rush tickets left for today, but hoping to see Ashley Day (saw him years ago when I took my cousin to see High School Musical and thought he was great!) so I will try again next week since he's on holiday! Don't forget promo code FQWDM for a bonus £10 off it's an amazing show, hope you enjoy it!
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Post by daniel on Aug 24, 2017 0:52:36 GMT
Hello, what time should I plan to arrive at the theatre for rush if I want to be one of the first ones there? For tomorrow (Thursday) evening? Thank you! TodayTix app at 10am, stay in bed! Promo code FQWDM will get you a bonus £10 off if it's your first order
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Post by daniel on Aug 23, 2017 13:09:32 GMT
They're doing a twitter takeover today with one of the ensemble running the page - could it be something to do with that maybe?
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Post by daniel on Aug 23, 2017 12:22:56 GMT
If the set has changed, I'll book and go see this - if it's the same set as the last tour I'll save my money...that's how much I disliked the Curve design Yes it's a new set, just checked and some cast have mentioned it in interviews. Also new choreography. Exciting times! I'll have to see where I can catch the tour.
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Post by daniel on Aug 23, 2017 12:04:26 GMT
If the set has changed, I'll book and go see this - if it's the same set as the last tour I'll save my money...that's how much I disliked the Curve design
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Post by daniel on Aug 22, 2017 15:07:31 GMT
Quizzly Bears sounds like BurlyBeaR's dream team name!
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Post by daniel on Aug 22, 2017 14:43:14 GMT
There's also a Take That quiz happening on the 13th at the Stage Door bar... shady23 I hope you will be in attendance?!
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Post by daniel on Aug 22, 2017 14:41:35 GMT
Looks like it's going back out on tour around the UK in the Spring. Is there really anybody left who actually wants to see this?! Yes. Me! Of course BurlyBear, forgive me
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Post by daniel on Aug 22, 2017 13:26:23 GMT
Speaking of grosses, the Broadway production is likely set to close short of its 5 year anniversary if it doesn't throw some star casting back in. Once Brandon left, the production grosses dropped by $878,365.50, and this week it has again dropped a further $80,231.25. It still made over $700,000 though, and it has recouped already I believe so it doesn't need to make major amounts. But even the return of Billy and Stark may not be able to save it. But through the rumour mill, they are apparently being brought back to close the production out anyway. Five years would be a fantastic run. I imagine there are shows wanting the Al Hirschfeld Theatre so it may be chugging along but a closure wouldn't surprise me. I think it has another 1-2 left in London and then it'll go on tour. I believe the tour is on the brink of being announced - I expect London will close but who knows
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Post by daniel on Aug 22, 2017 12:40:28 GMT
Looks like it's going back out on tour around the UK in the Spring. Is there really anybody left who actually wants to see this?!
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Post by daniel on Aug 22, 2017 12:29:55 GMT
They did this for Rock of Ages and Murder Ballad in London recently but very rare for a touring production, apart from Joseph which does 6533 shows a day. More common than your think - Grease, Dirty Dancing, Avenue Q, Rocky Horror, Thriller all either do currently or have had double show Friday evenings on tour plus I'm sure more that I can't remember!
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Post by daniel on Aug 22, 2017 10:11:32 GMT
Looking at the performance schedule, there is no midweek matinee. Given that they're doing 8.30pm on Fridays, I would suspect that the intention is to add a 5pm/5.30pm show on Friday evenings. Probably waiting for sales to pick up.
EDIT - Just had a look at other venues and they do have the Friday 5pm performance available and on sale, so seems odd that it's not currently available in Manchester. Does anyone know if the Opera House have done double show Friday nights before? Wondering if it could be down to licensing from the local authority, but I don't know if that's a thing.
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Post by daniel on Aug 21, 2017 20:09:48 GMT
Sounds like a normal night at Wicked!
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Post by daniel on Aug 21, 2017 12:47:42 GMT
Anyone remember who took over from Craig on the recent UK tour? From what I remember no one "took over" as such, the role was shared from start to finish between Craig, Lesley Joseph, Elaine C Smith and Jodie Prenger.
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Post by daniel on Aug 18, 2017 16:53:17 GMT
I can just picture the YouTube video description... "Wicked Overture - BEST EVER WING FLAP. Wicked Overture from 18/08/17 featuring an absolutely equisite wing flap from the Dragon, some gorgeous smoke blowing and some phenomenal red eyes. I absolutely did record this video, but by writing here that I didn't record it, somehow I think that you're going to believe me. See you in court"Me:
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Post by daniel on Aug 18, 2017 8:54:38 GMT
Amber now down to 5 shows per week. Karen/Marisha doing Monday night, Wednesday matinee and Saturday matinee. From the official websites. Yeah, that's what I said. Marisha told me on Monday lol Well it's not quite what you said is it. You said Marisha had "basically confirmed" (your words), I posted when it had been actually confirmed. Anyway it's irrelevant, same end result.
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Post by daniel on Aug 17, 2017 21:30:30 GMT
Always thought Alfie Parker was 2nd cover Dewey, at least according to my programme!
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Post by daniel on Aug 17, 2017 10:03:09 GMT
From ATG Tickets website: "5.1 The Event Partner(s) reserves the right to make alterations to the published Event programme where reasonably necessary. Where such alteration is a material change (as described in clause 7), You will be entitled to claim a refund in accordance with clause 7." Clause 7: www.atgtickets.com/terms-and-conditions/
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Post by daniel on Aug 17, 2017 9:51:01 GMT
I've just looked, and there is no 'small print' on the back of an ATG ticket, so this is the wording from a Delfont Mackintosh ticket (magnifying glass required). "We reserve the right to make alterations to the advertised time, programme and cast as a result of circumstances beyond our control. If there is a material change to the content of the performance or the performance is cancelled, you may exchange your ticket for an alternative performance...or refund your ticket and booking fee." I'm far too honest to be a lawyer, but everything seems to revolve around what is, and is not, a material change. I interpret that "material change" to be a change to the physical production i.e. when Les Mis was performed concert-style recently. Or if the washing machines all broke so the cast had to perform in their tighty wighties...I would think it means that sort of stuff, though I'm sure a bigger expert than me will correct me if I'm wrong
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Post by daniel on Aug 17, 2017 8:38:19 GMT
Bloody hell that was fast...the conductor must have been desperate to get to the toilet (or the pub)
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Post by daniel on Aug 16, 2017 23:58:48 GMT
BIG NEWS! You can finally view seating plans and select specific seats when booking for Nimax productions! This is not a drill!
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Post by daniel on Aug 16, 2017 21:40:37 GMT
Thanks both- I think it's a case of weighing the initial savings against the higher price of the others. I'm considering using KLM or Aer Lingus anyway to fly from Cardiff and save myself the Heathrow trek anyway. I flew to the US with KLM back in May (via Amsterdam, I assume this would be the same for you too) and they were great
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Post by daniel on Aug 16, 2017 19:57:57 GMT
And Sophie is off again so Rosa is on for Glinda. Carina seems to be on holiday based on her tweets (odd giving her holiday in a 9 show week when they know for definite the Standby gets a guaranteed show?!) Also not sure why Samantha Thomas didn't go on for Glinda Monday and again tonight, she's 1st U/S and the 2nd covers are starting their rehearsals so the 1sts must be ready?! And actually Aimee Fisher who is on as Nessa tonight is 2nd cover?! It's this behind the scenes crap that I love! i think 2nd cover Nessa is on because 1st cover Nessa is on as Glinda? Can only assume that Samantha isn't ready yet but thought she would've been by now, especially if Carina is away!
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