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Post by theatrefan62 on Mar 1, 2023 17:57:01 GMT
The original press release did promise a brand new production so IF it really is the touring set then there could be a case.
But based on the cast there isn't really.
They are damaging their reputation a bit though. I think people will be a lot more cautious in the future and the 'event' nature of their musicals has diminished
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Post by A.Ham on Mar 1, 2023 18:11:50 GMT
The original press release did promise a brand new production so IF it really is the touring set then there could be a case Yes, the original press release is still up on Queen’s official website. Brian’s quote includes a specific reference to ‘a completely new production’ so whilst I’m ok with the casting, I will be disappointed if you guys report that it’s the cheap touring set. We all know how big the Coliseum stage is, so the set needs to have impact! www.queenonline.com/news/we-will-rock-you-returns-to-londons-west-end |
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Post by ceebee on Mar 2, 2023 0:24:37 GMT
Do the Coliseum do refunds? Ticket prices do not reflect the calibre or quality of cast announced - would expect or require better for a show like this. (EDITED as initial comment made no sense.) You’ve booked we will rock you, you’ll get we will rock you. Clearly I will. With two lousy leads. |
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Post by ceebee on Mar 2, 2023 0:29:05 GMT
Do the Coliseum do refunds? Ticket prices do not reflect the calibre or quality of cast announced - would expect or require better for a show like this. (EDITED as initial comment made no sense.) In your opinion. Not their's. You wanted a different cast but you bought the show. Its not a shirt you can return because you do not like the colour. You bought WWRY you got WWRY No, it's not a shirt. It's a brand. They've missold on the strength of their brand. So let's wait and see what life there is for WWRY after the Coliseum... And if it's crap on the day perhaps I'll just heckle instead. Paying top dollar prices for karaoke dog'n'duck singers - total pi££take. |
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Post by luvvie23 on Mar 2, 2023 4:31:55 GMT
I must endorse Ceebee’s pov here because in the past the Coliseums’ summer seasons have either been massive on spectacle (Bat) or cast with stars (Ball, Glenn Close etc). This is neither but is charging significantly more. Unless the design is mind blowing, and one of Little Mix is Scaramouche, I too would be after my money back. [br Absolutely brilliant comment! I think Perry would be a revelation! |
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Post by theatreian on Apr 12, 2023 9:06:25 GMT
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Post by ceebee on Apr 12, 2023 14:01:58 GMT
So is Ben Elton now the character that was originally called "Pop" played by Nigel Planer? |
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Post by cezbear on Apr 12, 2023 14:06:19 GMT
Looks that way. I think it was 'Cliff' on the last tour. Not a clue why it's been renamed to 'rebel leader' now, bit clunky.
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Post by ilovewemusicals on Apr 12, 2023 14:07:51 GMT
I imagine Ben will be called Elton as in Elton John but they won’t announce it in any press releases.
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Post by Being Alive on Apr 12, 2023 14:30:38 GMT
God this just sounds worse with every announcement
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Post by ilovewemusicals on Apr 12, 2023 18:12:23 GMT
Ben Elton will not perform on Monday performances in July and August (July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 and August 7, 14, 21)
Brenda Edwards will not perform on Wednesday evenings (except 7th June & 23 August), Thursday matinees, 8th June evening and 24 August.
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Post by steve10086 on Apr 12, 2023 18:17:10 GMT
In your opinion. Not their's. You wanted a different cast but you bought the show. It’s not a shirt you can return because you do not like the colour. You bought WWRY you got WWRY No, it's not a shirt. It's a brand. They've missold on the strength of their brand. So let's wait and see what life there is for WWRY after the Coliseum... And if it's crap on the day perhaps I'll just heckle instead. Paying top dollar prices for karaoke dog'n'duck singers - total pi££take. Missold 🤣 |
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Post by danb on Apr 12, 2023 18:24:23 GMT
…and assuming Glenn Adamson is the cover Galileo? There has to be some benefit to going from leading a ‘west end’ show to an ensemble role.
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Post by Figaro on Apr 12, 2023 18:31:02 GMT
Looks like the role of Pop is coming back, which is who Ben will be.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 12, 2023 19:05:57 GMT
Looks like the role of Pop is coming back, which is who Ben will be. Pop has always been in it, they just change the name over the years, I don't think he is going to be called Pop for this production. |
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Post by A.Ham on Apr 12, 2023 19:33:57 GMT
Ben Elton will not perform on Monday performances in July and August (July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 and August 7, 14, 21) Brenda Edwards will not perform on Wednesday evenings (except 7th June & 23 August), Thursday matinees, 8th June evening and 24 August. Thank you for posting. At least Brenda should be on the night I’m booked for. Otherwise I’m not sure I’m particularly excited so far! |
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Post by Mark on Apr 12, 2023 20:49:28 GMT
…and assuming Glenn Adamson is the cover Galileo? There has to be some benefit to going from leading a ‘west end’ show to an ensemble role. A paycheck maybe? |
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Post by Figaro on Apr 12, 2023 21:47:20 GMT
Looks like the role of Pop is coming back, which is who Ben will be. Pop has always been in it, they just change the name over the years, I don't think he is going to be called Pop for this production. Correct; however Brian and Ben have both called the character Pop today in various interviews. |
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Post by Being Alive on Apr 12, 2023 22:10:22 GMT
Mazz did this 8 times a week, for 9 years (up until she was 7 months pregnant)
Come on Brenda, this ain't a 6 show a week gig it's 4 songs a night
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Post by kirstylovesmusicals on Apr 12, 2023 22:14:43 GMT
I specifically booked a night for Jenny O’ Leary, she was the main reason I liked the last production. Brenda Edwards just wasn’t a great KQ to me!!
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Post by princeton on Apr 13, 2023 12:04:23 GMT
So have I got this right? Ben Elton is directing Ben Elton in Ben Elton's musical.
That's almost as many credits as Cameron Mackintosh gives himself on one of his shows.
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Post by danb on Apr 13, 2023 19:25:15 GMT
…as if more reasons were required to not attend.
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Post by sph on Apr 13, 2023 19:39:28 GMT
…and assuming Glenn Adamson is the cover Galileo? There has to be some benefit to going from leading a ‘west end’ show to an ensemble role. I assume he'll be the alternate. |
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Post by theatremiss on Apr 13, 2023 19:40:41 GMT
Wishing I hadn’t bought tickets to take my daughter for her birthday now…..Ben Elton…..dear me
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Post by dontdreamit on Apr 13, 2023 20:27:05 GMT
…and assuming Glenn Adamson is the cover Galileo? There has to be some benefit to going from leading a ‘west end’ show to an ensemble role. I assume he'll be the alternate. I think he’s covering Galileo and Brit |
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