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Post by BurlyBeaR on Feb 18, 2017 20:25:10 GMT
I haven't seen the show but I'm disappointed to hear that it's about a drag performer, which sounds a bit old-fashioned and musical theatre stereotyping, when all the secrecy publicity had led me to expect that Jamie was transgender. Is this show a case of musical theatre being twenty years behind the times yet again, as is its general reputation, perhaps unfairly? What secrecy publicity is that then.. ? The publicity said that he has a secret. No more. |
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Post by grannyjx6 on Feb 18, 2017 23:57:47 GMT
I was discussing what the show might do after this far too short run in the interval with some of my other class mates as I went with my Theatre Studies class. I think someone hit the nail on the head. It will probably go on tour and be a success, then it will have a break and go on tour again and be just as successful. Then they'll take it to the West End and it will be a massive flop. The show is just too specific to Sheffield. Most of the jokes no-one would get unless you live in Sheffield. I hope they release amateur rights for it though because I could see it doing well with amateur and youth societies.
Couldn't the jokes be altered so they relate to whatever area it's showing? I'm going to see it on Wednesday but last night was across the road at the Lyceum for The Play That Goes Wrong and at the beginning an apology was made to 397 members of the audience who because of a ticket mix up thought they were going to see 'Everybody's Talking About Jamie', which of course made everyone laugh.
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Post by ali973 on Feb 19, 2017 5:35:21 GMT
Too bad that British shows that dare to be original and daring have no place in London. This seems like a good show, and so does Flowers for Mrs Harris..and yet there is more bravery to bring trash into the city like, well, Annie.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 19, 2017 6:39:39 GMT
I was discussing what the show might do after this far too short run in the interval with some of my other class mates as I went with my Theatre Studies class. I think someone hit the nail on the head. It will probably go on tour and be a success, then it will have a break and go on tour again and be just as successful. Then they'll take it to the West End and it will be a massive flop. The show is just too specific to Sheffield. Most of the jokes no-one would get unless you live in Sheffield. I hope they release amateur rights for it though because I could see it doing well with amateur and youth societies.
Couldn't the jokes be altered so they relate to whatever area it's showing? I'm going to see it on Wednesday but last night was across the road at the Lyceum for The Play That Goes Wrong and at the beginning an apology was made to 397 members of the audience who because of a ticket mix up thought they were going to see 'Everybody's Talking About Jamie', which of course made everyone laugh.
They could possibly. But it's all done in Yorkshire accents and everything. It is very Sheffield. |
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Feb 19, 2017 9:57:52 GMT
Couldn't the jokes be altered so they relate to whatever area it's showing? I'm going to see it on Wednesday but last night was across the road at the Lyceum for The Play That Goes Wrong and at the beginning an apology was made to 397 members of the audience who because of a ticket mix up thought they were going to see 'Everybody's Talking About Jamie', which of course made everyone laugh.
They could possibly. But it's all done in Yorkshire accents and everything. It is very Sheffield. Accents didn't do Billy Elliott any harm. At least the accents here sound authentic. I wouldn't agree that most of the jokes are local, that would be very odd. I was with a group from Manchester and they laughed all the way through. The ones they didn't get were the location gags, mainly references to various council estates, streets, shopping malls etc. These could very easily be swapped out or taken out if the show toured. The only thing I DO think could be removed is the bit of interpretive dance we were subjected to while Mum sang about being 16. Totally distracting and detracted from the song. And I hate that sort of dancing anyway. |
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Post by Deleted on Feb 19, 2017 10:16:24 GMT
They could possibly. But it's all done in Yorkshire accents and everything. It is very Sheffield. Accents didn't do Billy Elliott any harm. At least the accents here sound authentic. I wouldn't agree that most of the jokes are local, that would be very odd. I was with a group from Manchester and they laughed all the way through. The ones they didn't get were the location gags, mainly references to various council estates, streets, shopping malls etc. These could very easily be swapped out or taken out if the show toured. The only thing I DO think could be removed is the bit of interpretive dance we were subjected to while Mum sang about being 16. Totally distracting and detracted from the song. And I hate that sort of dancing anyway. I adored the duet dance in If I Met Myself Again. It looked brilliant! And so innovative. Never seen anything done like that in a musical. |
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Feb 19, 2017 11:03:21 GMT
For anyone who doesn't know what sort of dance we're talking about, it's the sort where there's a barefoot couple, she's in a very short floaty skirt with a leotard underneath, we see lots of her knickers while they perform moves like her running towards him very fast, leaping into his arms, and going into the feotal position while her twirls round. That.  |
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Post by dazzerlump on Feb 19, 2017 11:42:51 GMT
I saw this yesterday and absolutely loved it, Had a great feel to it. It could definitely be altered to fit into a different city quite easily I really hope its received well and gets a transfer as it has some great songs. My only gripe is that the end song was a bit of a let down, the audience were on their feet but it didn't go anywhere. Its needs more of an anthem at the end. The cast were great and Josie Walker especially kills it! I'd forgotten how good she was, would love to see her as Norma Desmond one day
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Post by paulwat on Feb 19, 2017 12:37:55 GMT
What an absolutely joyful, heartwarming and lovable show. John McCrea as Jamie holds the audience in the palm of his hand. Brilliant performances from everyone but Josie Walker as Jamie's mum singing He's My Boy was stunning as was Lucy Shorthouse as Priti singing "It Means Beautiful". Decades ago as a 20 year old I parked up in the little car park (no longer there) next to The Crucible peering across the road at the entrance to the Top Rank nightclub where the monthly "gay ball" was held. I was looking at the people going in to see if I recognised anyone, terrified that they might "tell" that I'd been seen there. It took well over an hour to get from the car into my first ever gay club. I was bricking it for about the first 20 minutes then... well the rest is history! Today in the very same place I watched a show about a beautiful, out, proud gay 16 year old along with an audience of kids, youngsters, middle aged couples and grandparents, every one of whom jumped to their feet and raised the roof with their ovation. It was incredibly emotional for me seeing this in my home town. I know things aren't perfect but bloody hell, we've come a long long way. What a really lovely post. I'm sure there's more than a few of us that totally identify with it! |
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Post by Deleted on Feb 19, 2017 12:54:53 GMT
Today in the very same place I watched a show about a beautiful, out, proud gay 16 year old along with an audience of kids, youngsters, middle aged couples and grandparents, every one of whom jumped to their feet and raised the roof with their ovation. Disappointing that not even one single wheelchair user or anyone else with mobility issues attended this performance. Or perhaps they were "healed" by Jamie? |
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Post by althea on Feb 19, 2017 13:47:18 GMT
Today in the very same place I watched a show about a beautiful, out, proud gay 16 year old along with an audience of kids, youngsters, middle aged couples and grandparents, every one of whom jumped to their feet and raised the roof with their ovation. What on earth are you talking about?  ? |
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Post by drowseychap on Feb 19, 2017 17:52:25 GMT
Am thinking of going this weekend never been before any tips on best seats etc parking ? And am I right in thinking it's all one price for tickets ? Are there any discounts ? Thanks
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Post by Deleted on Feb 19, 2017 18:25:21 GMT
Am thinking of going this weekend never been before any tips on best seats etc parking ? And am I right in thinking it's all one price for tickets ? Are there any discounts ? Thanks You want to sit as close to the centre as possible. And yes, it's all one price. No discounts/concessions/etc. Parking wise - there's loads of car parks in Sheffield. |
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Feb 19, 2017 20:21:37 GMT
Am thinking of going this weekend never been before any tips on best seats etc parking ? And am I right in thinking it's all one price for tickets ? Are there any discounts ? Thanks There isn't a bad seat at the Crucible but centre is always going to be better even if you're further back. The rake is very steep so even the back row is not that far from the stage. The multi storey car park underneath the theatre is by far the most convenient but its hideously expensive which is probably why the theatre recommends a different one on their website. |
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Post by Dan213 on Feb 19, 2017 20:37:24 GMT
Today in the very same place I watched a show about a beautiful, out, proud gay 16 year old along with an audience of kids, youngsters, middle aged couples and grandparents, every one of whom jumped to their feet and raised the roof with their ovation. Disappointing that not even one single wheelchair user or anyone else with mobility issues attended this performance. Or perhaps they were "healed" by Jamie? Might want to check the website before making a statement like that... A quick Google would have found you this: www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/your-visit/access-facilities |
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Post by Deleted on Feb 19, 2017 20:41:18 GMT
Yes, I know that Sheffield Theatres takes access extremely seriously. That's why I was surprised by Burly Bear's claim that every member of the audience jumped to their feet. |
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Feb 19, 2017 20:45:42 GMT
Yes, I know that Sheffield Theatres takes access extremely seriously. That's why I was surprised by Burly Bear's claim that every member of the audience jumped to their feet. Next time I'll make the point that everyone jumped to their feet, except the people in wheelchairs. In the interests of inclusiveness. Not. |
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Post by Deleted on Feb 19, 2017 20:55:01 GMT
The point is that many people with limited mobility are physically unable to leap to their feet, and they don't all use wheelchairs. So it's highly unlikely that everyone not in a wheelchair would have been able to leap to their feet. And it's also improbable that everyone present and able wanted to leap up. So when you say that everyone leapt up we know you're exaggerating and it dents the credibility of everything else you say.
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Post by Dan213 on Feb 19, 2017 20:57:34 GMT
The point is that many people with limited mobility are physically unable to leap to their feet, and they don't all use wheelchairs. So it's highly unlikely that everyone not in a wheelchair would have been able to leap to their feet. And it's also improbable that everyone present and able wanted to leap up. So when you say that everyone leapt up we know you're exaggerating and it dents the credibility of everything else you say. Seriously... What a ridiculous post. Quite obviously you have a problem with this show judging by previous posts, but this is just pathetic |
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Post by Deleted on Feb 19, 2017 21:41:43 GMT
If we're going to be hyperbole-blind, what's the deal with the title of the production?
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Post by Dan213 on Feb 19, 2017 22:07:13 GMT
If we're going to be hyperbole-blind, what's the deal with the title of the production? {Spoiler - click to view} At the end of act 1, Jamie takes part in his first drag show and word spreads to the School he is in about it. All of the pupils in his class end up going and the Act 2 opener is set the next day and "Everybody's Talking About Jamie"  |
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Feb 19, 2017 22:10:16 GMT
If we're going to be hyperbole-blind, what's the deal with the title of the production? {Spoiler - click to view} At the end of act 1, Jamie takes part in his first drag show and word spreads to the School he is in about it. All of the pupils in his class end up going and the Act 2 opener is set the next day and "Everybody's Talking About Jamie" Yes but {Spoiler - click to view}
school bully Dean isn't taking part in the talking about Jamie so according to HG's half baked theory the title of the show should indeed be changed. But it won't be, because it would be ridiculous to call it "most people are talking about Jamie" |
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Post by dazzerlump on Feb 20, 2017 10:42:49 GMT
Id agree the title is correct and you could argue that everyone in the show is talking about Jamie to someone at some point. I dont know how to put the spoiler thingy in to explain!!
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Feb 20, 2017 17:41:55 GMT
it's the sort where there's a barefoot couple, she's in a very short floaty skirt with a leotard underneath, we see lots of her knickers while they perform moves like her running towards him very fast, leaping into his arms, and going into the feotal position while her twirls round. That. Ah, the "Canal Street on a Friday Night" move, as it's known in the trade. Subtly different. In the canal street move you actually get thrown into the canal after the twirl, hit your head on a pram wheel and get dredged up three weeks later. |
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Post by Tibidabo on Feb 20, 2017 18:18:31 GMT
Monkey & BB - do you two know each other, like, in real life? 'Cos you remind me of George and Mildred.  |
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