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Post by Mr Wallacio on Feb 18, 2016 12:50:10 GMT
Would kind of like to see this, but it doesn't fit in to a pre-planned London trip and i don't quite want to see it enough to make a special trip for it. Ultimately glad that they have decided to introduce reserved seating, though I did quite like watching the disappointment of groups arriving at the last minute and realizing they had to sit separately. At Grey Gardens a group of five arrived about three minutes before it started and I thought one of them was going to literally explode when they were told that they couldn't do anything about arranging for them to sit together. She made a right show of herself at the top of her voice, kinda fitting for the show, lol. That will be a loss, the amusement of people coming to an unreserved seating show a couple of minutes before it begins expecting special treatment |
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Post by Deleted on Feb 18, 2016 14:07:52 GMT
Not all unreserved seating venues will say "sorry, there's only singles left" though, some ushers will ask people to move up to make space (the Young Vic and Tricycle used to, the Soho does it, can't think of other specific examples off the top of my head right now), to which I always want to but only sometimes say "no, I arrived early so I could choose my seat, and I've chosen this one". I never liked gambling on which theatres would leave you in peace once you'd sat down (as long as you weren't occupying two seats and had to be reminded that the seam under your backside was a dividing line) and which would move you regardless.
Also, why is it so 100% vitally important that you sit next to your friends at the theatre, especially when you're arriving only a minute or two before curtain? Are you planning on chatting during the show? It's probably for the best that you *are* separated, in that scenario. You can meet up at the interval. You can have a drink together afterwards. You could even stake out your seats with coats then chat with your friends until the last couple of minutes.
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Post by n1david on Feb 18, 2016 14:48:48 GMT
I'm just glad because it means I can arrive just in time for curtain-up and still sit somewhere decent... I'm now working just outside London which means I have to get the train back into London for an evening show. Getting somewhere for 7.30pm is easy, getting somewhere for 6.30pm or even 7pm just so I can join a queue is a pain. And I know there are usually no really bad seats at the Southwark Playhouse, it just takes one element of stress off the list...
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Post by westendcub on Feb 18, 2016 15:11:10 GMT
Going with my theatre buddy Warren, to the preview Matinee on Sat 23 April.
Will be going bind, don’t know a note of the score and haven’t read the synopsis or reviews from previous productions – I have never heard of this!!
Looking forward to enjoying the venue pre-show for the 1st time (OK so a week-day matinee of ‘Carrie’ was hardly a scum or a large queue but still)
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Post by Deleted on Feb 18, 2016 15:58:01 GMT
Going with my theatre buddy Warren, to the preview Matinee on Sat 23 April. Will be going bind, don’t know a note of the score and haven’t read the synopsis or reviews from previous productions – I have never heard of this!! Looking forward to enjoying the venue pre-show for the 1st time (OK so a week-day matinee of ‘Carrie’ was hardly a scum or a large queue but still) Will see you there!! Am going to the same performance and i am in the exact same boat!!! |
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Post by mallardo on Feb 18, 2016 16:21:55 GMT
There is an OCR featuring Nancy Opel and Nick Cordero (Bullets Over Broadway) among others. It's a hard rock score with clever lyrics. The show itself is smart and funny.
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Post by viserys on Feb 18, 2016 16:27:45 GMT
I listened to that CD exactly once. Didn't do anything for me. However, I've dug it out now and will give it another spin this weekend.
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Post by Mr Wallacio on Feb 18, 2016 16:50:43 GMT
Going with my theatre buddy Warren, to the preview Matinee on Sat 23 April. Will be going bind, don’t know a note of the score and haven’t read the synopsis or reviews from previous productions – I have never heard of this!! Looking forward to enjoying the venue pre-show for the 1st time (OK so a week-day matinee of ‘Carrie’ was hardly a scum or a large queue but still) Will see you there!! Am going to the same performance and i am in the exact same boat!!! Snap. Sounds like that show will be an official TheatreBoard social  |
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Post by Someone in a tree on Feb 18, 2016 17:20:49 GMT
I'm loving the score, but even before I have bought my tickets I have concerns that I won't be able to hear the lyrics
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Post by Deleted on Feb 19, 2016 9:19:46 GMT
Will see you there!! Am going to the same performance and i am in the exact same boat!!! Snap. Sounds like that show will be an official TheatreBoard social Who is getting the drinks in?! |
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Post by liverpool54321 on Feb 19, 2016 10:17:31 GMT
We are also booked for the 23 April matinee. After a quick read of the storyline it sounds like something akin to Bat Boy.
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Post by Someone in a tree on Feb 19, 2016 10:37:57 GMT
With little Shop of horrors chucked in for good measure
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Post by alece10 on Feb 19, 2016 10:56:45 GMT
They were on BBC news this morning talking about it - didn't one of the guys have something to do with a prog on Channel 4 a while ago - it was a gay wedding musical thing?
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Post by n1david on Feb 19, 2016 12:46:46 GMT
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Post by showgirl on Feb 19, 2016 12:48:48 GMT
Beyond The Fence?
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Post by Mr Wallacio on Feb 19, 2016 15:42:03 GMT
Snap. Sounds like that show will be an official TheatreBoard social Who is getting the drinks in?! What a lovely offer, mine's an IPA, thanks dear  |
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Post by Someone in a tree on Feb 19, 2016 15:52:37 GMT
Yay. Another bitter drinker. I am not alone!
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Post by alece10 on Feb 19, 2016 17:52:41 GMT
Yes you are right, blame it on my painkillers. Haven't got a clue what I have been doing today |
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Post by partytentdown on Feb 21, 2016 10:50:18 GMT
Saw this in NYC and found it unexpectedly hilarious. Nancy Opel stole the show, it would be amazing if they could get her do it. Or could be another great role for Jenna R.
Small cast but great opportunity for exciting set and effects.
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Post by mallardo on Feb 21, 2016 14:58:34 GMT
I agree about Nancy Opel stealing the show - the duet she has with herself (the show only has five actors) when two of her characters confront each other was hilarious and quite brilliant. Jenna R. indeed.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 1, 2016 19:47:18 GMT
Listening to this now, it's very noticeable how similar "Hot Toxic Love" is to "Love will stand when all else falls"!
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Post by HereForTheatre on Mar 16, 2016 13:33:53 GMT
Our New Competition is for two tickets to see The Toxic Avenger! For all the details go to The Competition Thread
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Post by Michael on Mar 19, 2016 12:16:52 GMT
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Post by HereForTheatre on Mar 31, 2016 14:45:46 GMT
The competition to win two tickets to a performance of The Toxic Avenger closes at 5pm tomorrow. If you want to be in with a chance of winning make sure you get your entries in ASAP. Go to THIS PAGE for the question and full details on how to enter! |
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Post by Mr Wallacio on Apr 2, 2016 11:27:26 GMT
I saw online that this is a one act 90 minute piece (from Broadway), is this true?
My friend has very selfishly moved her birthday party to the weekend when I'm seeing the matinee of this and because I am such a good friend am sacrificing my evening theatre slot to go to her party so am trying to work out the best coach to book.
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