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Post by Distant Dreamer... on Sept 2, 2016 7:59:59 GMT
Funny how this seems to have it's own "Christmas holiday" from 18th Dec - 1st Jan. Is this the period when most West End shows usually go quiet?  Nope...it's a period I love seeing shows, although you do have to keep an eye on the trains! I can only guess some people may be on holiday? |
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Post by westendwendy on Sept 2, 2016 12:02:49 GMT
I'm really rather angry at these prices. I mean look at the great prices of Harry Potter. THAT is a success. I now hope this fails!
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Post by wickedgrin on Sept 2, 2016 13:05:34 GMT
Don't worry about the prices ( or booking ) at this stage, there will be loads of deals and if there isn't they will be playing to an empty theatre! I saw it in Chichester and it is not something I want to see again especially.
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Post by showgirl on Sept 2, 2016 14:33:28 GMT
I loved it in Chichester and it may well be that, as suggested above, the starting prices have been artificially inflated, but if so, I hope this calculation doesn't misfire as at fair prices I think this show would have a wide appeal, especially with Xmas approaching. In the main house at Chichester I only ever buy the £15 tickets and though you don't get the best view in the auditorium, I doubt you miss much and the value is stunning compared to the London prices; what's more, due to the curved seating, I reckon there are far more seats available at that low price at Chichester - which also has a very simple pricing structure.
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Post by zak97 on Sept 12, 2016 15:21:18 GMT
Half A Sixpence related, but does anyone know what is happening regarding FOH jobs for this production. The thing is, this would be the perfect job for me as a student re: performance times. But, there is nothing on the website under recruitment, and I know that DMT have put their employees in other theatres.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 2, 2016 21:48:45 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Oct 3, 2016 10:10:43 GMT
Half A Sixpence related, but does anyone know what is happening regarding FOH jobs for this production. The thing is, this would be the perfect job for me as a student re: performance times. But, there is nothing on the website under recruitment, and I know that DMT have put their employees in other theatres. It might be worth dropping the Theatre Manager an email. Their address is here: www.delfontmackintosh.co.uk/Theatres/NoelCowardTheatre/NoelCowardTheatre_FindUs.aspOr you could always drop a CV into the Box Office. Also, delighted this is getting a cast recording! |
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Post by zak97 on Oct 3, 2016 11:30:47 GMT
Half A Sixpence related, but does anyone know what is happening regarding FOH jobs for this production. The thing is, this would be the perfect job for me as a student re: performance times. But, there is nothing on the website under recruitment, and I know that DMT have put their employees in other theatres. It might be worth dropping the Theatre Manager an email. Their address is here: www.delfontmackintosh.co.uk/Theatres/NoelCowardTheatre/NoelCowardTheatre_FindUs.aspOr you could always drop a CV into the Box Office. Also, delighted this is getting a cast recording! Thanks. They were adversiting and applications closed last week. I was going to apply but decided against it, I'm going to wait to settle into university first. |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 13, 2016 13:01:49 GMT
As I thought, the Amazon link I posted above IS the new cast recording!
Track list:
1. Overture
2. Half a Sixpence
3. Look Alive
4. Money to Burn
5. Believe in Yourself
6. She's too Far Above Me
7. A Proper Gentleman
8. Long Ago
9. A Simple Lunch
10. Back the Right Horse
11. Just a Few Little Things
12. A Little Touch of Happiness
13. If The Rain's Got to Fall
14. the One Who's run Away
15. Pick Out a Simple Tune
16. You Never Get Anything Right/I Know Who I am / We'll Build a Palace / I Only Want a Little house
17. In the Middle there's Me
18. Flash, Bang Wallop
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Post by Deleted on Oct 13, 2016 14:16:19 GMT
As I thought, the Amazon link I posted above IS the new cast recording! Track list: 1. Overture 2. Half a Sixpence 3. Look Alive 4. Money to Burn 5. Believe in Yourself 6. She's too Far Above Me 7. A Proper Gentleman 8. Long Ago 9. A Simple Lunch 10. Back the Right Horse 11. Just a Few Little Things 12. A Little Touch of Happiness 13. If The Rain's Got to Fall 14. the One Who's run Away 15. Pick Out a Simple Tune 16. You Never Get Anything Right/I Know Who I am / We'll Build a Palace / I Only Want a Little house 17. In the Middle there's Me 18. Flash, Bang Wallop Hugely excited this has been recorded, if only for William David Brohn's orchestrations!! |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 13, 2016 14:18:56 GMT
Is Emma Williams talents wasted in this or does she get a fair bit to do? Because I wanna see this in the hope that, like going to Show Boat, knowing nothing may prove a good thing however if this isn't good,generally you can always fall on Emma for a bit of talent in the show! The cast do look amazing though!  |
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Post by wickedgrin on Oct 13, 2016 17:00:06 GMT
Emma Williams has two new duets with Kipps - I think "Believe in Yourself" and "Just a Few Little Things2. She makes good with what is largely an unsympathetic role.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 13, 2016 17:19:05 GMT
You won't be looking at Emma Williams, I can assure you, daniel...!  Charlie Stemp will provide all the talent you need. |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 13, 2016 17:24:50 GMT
You won't be looking at Emma Williams, I can assure you, daniel...! Charlie Stemp will provide all the talent you need. Ahaha I have heard he is amazing in the show!  but I do love a bit of Emma Williams too... still bitter about her loss at the Oliviers, much as Lara was amazing, still bitter. |
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Post by alece10 on Oct 13, 2016 19:18:45 GMT
You won't be looking at Emma Williams, I can assure you, daniel...! Charlie Stemp will provide all the talent you need. Ahaha I have heard he is amazing in the show! but I do love a bit of Emma Williams too... still bitter about her loss at the Oliviers, much as Lara was amazing, still bitter. Charlie Stemp is brilliant in the role. So much energy. They could bottle and sell it. |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 13, 2016 19:38:49 GMT
Is Emma Williams talents wasted in this or does she get a fair bit to do? Because I wanna see this in the hope that, like going to Show Boat, knowing nothing may prove a good thing however if this isn't good,generally you can always fall on Emma for a bit of talent in the show! The cast do look amazing though! Watching the show, I forgot Emma was in it. It's all about Charlie Stemp! |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 13, 2016 23:28:07 GMT
I wonder what percentage of the cast in the WE will be BAME actors
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Post by Deleted on Oct 14, 2016 8:43:47 GMT
Walked past the Noel Coward loading doors today. Looks like an identical set-up from Chichester with the band on a raised level upstage.
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Post by annon on Oct 14, 2016 10:24:39 GMT
Just looked for tickets and the availability is HUGE !!!! Has it sold any tickets yet ?
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Post by Deleted on Oct 16, 2016 21:45:21 GMT
Elaine Paige played 'Pick Out A Simple Tune' on her Radio Show today. She said it was from the 2016 Cast Recording. It sounded live so do we think it was recorded live at Chichester?
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Post by Deleted on Oct 16, 2016 22:08:36 GMT
Elaine Paige played 'Pick Out A Simple Tune' on her Radio Show today. She said it was from the 2016 Cast Recording. It sounded live so do we think it was recorded live at Chichester? Yep. From the First Night Records website... So surely it should be "The 2016 Chichester Cast Recording" shouldn't it??? |
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Post by theatremadness on Oct 16, 2016 22:29:17 GMT
Does Cameron Mackintosh do any studio cast recordings anymore?!
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Post by andrew on Oct 16, 2016 23:20:16 GMT
Does Cameron Mackintosh do any studio cast recordings anymore?! He owns too many theatres and not enough recording studios... |
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Post by mrbarnaby on Oct 17, 2016 18:46:49 GMT
The fact he's even brought this in shows he's lost the plot. I imagine availability will remain 'huge' until it's given an early closing notice.
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Post by Phantom of London on Oct 17, 2016 20:01:19 GMT
Saw on What's On Stage that Half A Sixpence gave Cameron a nice surprise, when he thought he was just going to see the loading in, absolutely beautiful.
I wouldn't write this shows obituary just yet, I expect it to get good reviews and word of mouth, it is a feel good show and how couldn't crash and bang send any audience members' out on St Martins Lane with a big grin.
This out be a re-run of Mrs Henderson Presents, we had the same doom merchants for Singin' in the Rain.
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Nope...it's a period I love seeing shows, although you do have to keep an eye on the trains! I can only guess some people may be on holiday?
Charlie Stemp will provide all the talent you need. 
but I do love a bit of Emma Williams too... still bitter about her loss at the Oliviers, much as Lara was amazing, still bitter. 
