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Post by infofreako on May 18, 2017 21:36:41 GMT
I suppose each person works out, by trial and error, a system which suits her/him. I know when I worked nights I was fine doing things throughout the next day; it was stopping that would cause a problem, so I didn't, and exercise seemed to work as a sleep substitute. But for me having alcohol at any time would increase the likelihood of nodding off, so I certainly couldn't risk it if I was already tired or had a late night ahead. Can't do it quite as easily myself now, though when I do nighttime walks I tend to be up for around 40 hours, I guess adrenaline kicks in |
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Post by showgirl on May 19, 2017 5:05:08 GMT
I think you're right about the adrenaline, infofreako, and of course if you're walking or doing anything else physical, that helps, whereas at the theatre, where you're sitting still and usually in the dark, the production needs to hold your attention anyway to counteract those conditions and all the more so if you're tired.
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Post by BurlyBeaR on May 20, 2017 10:35:29 GMT
Is the West End Wilma quiz on 2nd July an opportunity for a meet up? See pinned thread.
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Post by showgirl on May 20, 2017 13:37:06 GMT
Sunday mightn't be ideal for some (not speaking for myself anyway as quizes are anathema to me), but I'm sure there'd be some takers.
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Post by Deleted on May 20, 2017 13:45:51 GMT
I'm fading by then! Seriously, how do people who travel a long way &/or queue early for a day seat then stay awake for the performance itself - and the trip home? I used to sleep on the coach both ways and spend a lot of time mid-afternoon curled up in a cafe somewhere with a lot of coffee. Now living in London I can go and sleep in my bed! Or else dayseat for a matinee and then be home by about 7 for an early night. My general rule is not to do two shows in one day if I'm dayseating! |
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Post by SamB (was badoerfan) on May 21, 2017 16:12:34 GMT
Is the West End Wilma quiz on 2nd July an opportunity for a meet up? See pinned thread. I do like that idea! Can't commit now, but I think it'd be fun! |
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Post by andrew on May 21, 2017 19:21:33 GMT
Can't really decipher reading through if there's any consensus or not as to a date
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Post by infofreako on May 21, 2017 19:29:34 GMT
I don't think there is as yet. Need to firm one up really
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Post by sherriebythesea on May 25, 2017 1:50:05 GMT
I don't arrive in London until 16 July so I'm sure I will miss any meet and greet. I think I may have a seat next to a forum member the night of my first London play. You will probably read about it in the Bad Behavior at a Show thread. "I sat next to a fat American woman who positively vibrated in her seat ALL through the performance and I swear I heard her squeal at one point"
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Post by Deleted on May 26, 2017 14:23:49 GMT
Bumping this one up... I've lost track of proposed dates now too...
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Post by Deleted on May 26, 2017 15:21:19 GMT
You could always just pick somewhere and agree to meet there the first Saturday of each month, or such.
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Post by infofreako on May 26, 2017 19:45:46 GMT
You could always just pick somewhere and agree to meet there the first Saturday of each month, or such. Not a bad idea |
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Post by theatre-turtle on May 26, 2017 20:23:19 GMT
We are lacking leadership. Admins?
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Post by infofreako on May 26, 2017 20:29:13 GMT
I picked up the baton on the last one. A date was mentioned in mid June but that was pages ago.
What dates are people free in June and July?
Maybe from that we can find a most suitable date
How many are planning to go to either day of west end live?
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Post by daniel on May 26, 2017 23:53:49 GMT
I think West End Live would be a good shout.
I know we've done Wicked cast change once already, but if there's a lot of people going to that then it may also be a good shout.
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Post by BurlyBeaR on May 27, 2017 3:55:29 GMT
We are lacking leadership. Admins? I think you'll get more commitment from folks if it's organised by the membership. As soon as you pick a date I'll do everything possible to publicise it though. |
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Post by infofreako on May 27, 2017 6:05:58 GMT
I think West End Live would be a good shout. I know we've done Wicked cast change once already, but if there's a lot of people going to that then it may also be a good shout. I'd say west end live is the best near future option. I certainly think there will be plenty of us in the Victoria area for wicked cast change too. @burlybear. Shall we publicise a west end live meet then we have a month roughly to fill in details |
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Post by daniel on May 27, 2017 6:07:54 GMT
Okay I'm gonna take the lead on West End Live. Do people want to meet at a pub for breakfast pre-WEL or just gather in there? I'm talking Saturday.
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Post by infofreako on May 27, 2017 6:42:00 GMT
Okay I'm gonna take the lead on West End Live. Do people want to meet at a pub for breakfast pre-WEL or just gather in there? I'm talking Saturday. Pub breakfast sounds good to me |
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Post by BurlyBeaR on May 27, 2017 6:46:32 GMT
*puts on Dale Winton voice*
Do you want me to take West End Live as your answer?
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Post by daniel on May 27, 2017 6:47:52 GMT
Do we know what time WEL actually starts? I'm gonna suggest Wetherspoons brekky maybe 90mins before?
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Post by BurlyBeaR on May 27, 2017 6:50:40 GMT
11am
Gates 10.30
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Post by daniel on May 27, 2017 6:57:48 GMT
Spoons at 9.30 what do we think? There's ore opposite the Phonix and one up near the Aldwych - or any better options?
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Post by anthony40 on May 27, 2017 7:46:58 GMT
Spoons at 9.30 what do we think? There's ore opposite the Phonix and one up near the Aldwych - or any better options? I'd be up for that but (I think) you might have to do earlier. Firstly, no one will drive right on time and even if you allowed 45 mins for all to arrive, order and eat- that's then 10:15, you've gotta walk down to Leicester Square and although fast moving once the gates are open, that queue is friggin' huge! Also, don't forget to factor in those who don't live in London and get up at some horrendous time in the morning whilst it's still dark to catch coaches into London for the event. Also add it heightened security measures and beg checks, etc.... |
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Post by anita on May 27, 2017 10:06:18 GMT
I'm hoping to go Saturday as usual but I join the queue as early as possible. - Will look out for people wearing badges in there-
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