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Post by Dan213 on Apr 10, 2018 7:20:41 GMT
The vocals at the awards Were truly horrendous Out of tune Take it you’ve not watched the TV broadcast then? They were 100% fine... Then again, you clearly are are theatre expert given that you predicted this show would be “papering” and close months within opening. I really don’t know what your problem is with posting so many horrible little remarks on this forum. Have you not got anything better to do? It was actually quite nice here when you’d deactivated your account... |
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Post by jamb0r on Apr 10, 2018 7:37:24 GMT
At this point I’m just convinced that account is a bot that randomly parses together (get it?) a string of negative words in random threads at carefully timed intervals.
I was at the Albert Hall in the circle at the Oliviers and the sound wasn’t too good up there, but watching the performance back on TV I thought it sounded and looked great, especially the choreography and lighting.
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Post by sophie92 on Apr 10, 2018 8:05:23 GMT
I haven’t watched the broadcast yet, but I listened to the live radio stream and didn’t think much of John’s vocals. As I say, I haven’t seen the broadcast yet so it might have just been the radio stream quality, nor have I seen the show yet so I can’t compare to how it sounds in the theatre.
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Post by No. on Apr 10, 2018 8:50:36 GMT
I thought the vocals sounded okay, although I cringed at the teacher on the table but regardless I’d still like to see this
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Post by Deleted on Apr 10, 2018 9:56:06 GMT
My cast recording arrived in the post this morning - looking forward to giving it a ‘spin’ later on.
Whilst I love this show and want to see it run and run, I did think John McCrea’s vocals do struggle on a number of the songs, including And You Don’t Even Know It. It was noticeable on the Oliviers too. He’s not a terrible singer by any means, but of the three disciplines, he shines in his acting and dancing ability more.
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Post by daniel on Apr 10, 2018 10:20:41 GMT
Saw this a few weeks back with Luke Bayer as Jamie and thought he was incredibly good, so natural in the part.
Has anybody seen both Tom and Luke?
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Post by d'James on Apr 10, 2018 11:50:43 GMT
The vocals at the awards Were truly horrendous Out of tune Take it you’ve not watched the TV broadcast then? They were 100% fine... Then again, you clearly are are theatre expert given that you predicted this show would be “papering” and close months within opening. I really don’t know what your problem is with posting so many horrible little remarks on this forum. Have you not got anything better to do? It was actually quite nice here when you’d deactivated your account... Well said. One of the main reasons I took a six month break. |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 10, 2018 12:00:10 GMT
Both this ans 42nd Street’s soloists were quite strained vocally. It seemed as though they were trying to fill the cavernous space and the sound mix being off in the hall would add to that.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 10, 2018 13:23:38 GMT
I was thinking about this earlier, but if Hamilton wasn't eligible this year, this show would pretty much match what Groundhog Day managed at the Olivier's. It would of won Musical and John McCrea, as well as a possible shot at Supporting Actress for Lucie if the Olivier's still chose to snub 42nd Street and Clare. It's a shame it didn't win anything.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 10, 2018 14:22:57 GMT
I thought the vocals sounded okay, although I cringed at the teacher on the table but regardless I’d still like to see this I said this on the Olivier’s thread, but I shall say it again :-). I thought he struggled with his upper range on the broadcast, but based on the number from the Oliviers, I have entered the Today Tix lottery for tonight and I will go and see this in the next couple of days. |
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Post by Dan213 on Apr 10, 2018 16:02:48 GMT
Received my cast recording in the post this morning and it’s great to finally be able to hear the cast singing it. I’m a little confused about some of the songs though. The Finale just cuts after the ‘Legend of Jamie New’ and then Out of The Darkness seems to have entirely different lyrics to the actual show and a very weird orchestration. It’s just a piano backing for the first 30 seconds or so. Maybe I’m forgetting something, but this definitely isn’t how I remember it in the show
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Post by Deleted on Apr 10, 2018 17:58:04 GMT
Enjoying the cast recording of this which arrived in a fabulous bright blue padded envelope.
For many of the songs however it does sound as if the vocals have just been substituted onto the band arrangements on the concept album (and in fact that band are credited in addition to the theatre one). Would have liked a totally new recording from scratch really.
Anyway, I could be wrong, but that is how it sounds to my ears!
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Post by Dan213 on Apr 10, 2018 18:31:17 GMT
Enjoying the cast recording of this which arrived in a fabulous bright blue padded envelope. For many of the songs however it does sound as if the vocals have just been substituted onto the band arrangements on the concept album (and in fact that band are credited in addition to the theatre one). Would have liked a totally new recording from scratch really. Anyway, I could be wrong, but that is how it sounds to my ears! That’s what I thought too, apart from the last 3 songs that is. I was also kinda hoping for the orchestration that they have in the theatre |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 10, 2018 20:01:45 GMT
I thought the vocals sounded okay, although I cringed at the teacher on the table but regardless I’d still like to see this I said this on the Olivier’s thread, but I shall say it again :-). I thought he struggled with his upper range on the broadcast, but based on the number from the Oliviers, I have entered the Today Tix lottery for tonight and I will go and see this in the next couple of days. Struggling with vocals Doesn’t even begin to cover it Horrific to endure |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 10, 2018 20:02:40 GMT
The vocals at the awards Were truly horrendous Out of tune Take it you’ve not watched the TV broadcast then? They were 100% fine... Then again, you clearly are are theatre expert given that you predicted this show would be “papering” and close months within opening. I really don’t know what your problem is with posting so many horrible little remarks on this forum. Have you not got anything better to do? It was actually quite nice here when you’d deactivated your account... Someone’s nappy is full Isn’t it 😂😂😂 |
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Post by grannyjx6 on Apr 10, 2018 20:07:25 GMT
I'm keeping my fingers crossed I can get a reduced price ticket next Friday when we're in London but here aren't many of the cheaper tickets left really. I may have to break the habit of a lifetime and pay £65 a ticket if not. If you're in London in the morning, I think the box office opens at 10/10:30. If you go in and ask for a ticket, they'll give you the the best available seat they have for £25 (They were still doing this last month when I went). Todaytix is also another option for last minute seat discounts 
Thank you very much for your advice Dan213. We are in London from Tuesday so yes, we can get to the theatre in the morning. How long before the box office opens would you suggest we get there for?
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Post by Dan213 on Apr 10, 2018 20:10:27 GMT
If you're in London in the morning, I think the box office opens at 10/10:30. If you go in and ask for a ticket, they'll give you the the best available seat they have for £25 (They were still doing this last month when I went). Todaytix is also another option for last minute seat discounts
Thank you very much for your advice Dan213. We are in London from Tuesday so yes, we can get to the theatre in the morning. How long before the box office opens would you suggest we get there for?
I went on a Wednesday matinee which are usually the quietest and I got there about half 12. I would have thought turning up at box office opening would suffice if you were just looking for 1 or 2 tickets. If you're at all worried, just have a check of the seating plan the night before and you should be able to see if there's ample availability. I doubt you'll have any problems though Hope this helps! |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 10, 2018 20:11:40 GMT
I hardly post on the boards nowadays and only check the posts every now and again. And some of the recent posts are the prime example of why, is there seriously any need for this sort of rubbish. Parsley you make a comment about someone’s nappy being full, yet making comments like that are just as blooming childish, yet most of your posts seem to purposefully be just to try and elicit anger from others , so well done , you get a medal, as you have succeeded once again Anyway back to Jamie, I am so looking forward to he cast album to be available on streaming, however slightly reluctant with the last couple of posts about the album. Either way I am booked to see the show twice more before the end of its run Xx |
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Post by grannyjx6 on Apr 10, 2018 20:19:20 GMT
Thank you very much for your advice Dan213. We are in London from Tuesday so yes, we can get to the theatre in the morning. How long before the box office opens would you suggest we get there for?
I went on a Wednesday matinee which are usually the quietest and I got there about half 12. I would have thought turning up at box office opening would suffice if you were just looking for 1 or 2 tickets. If you're at all worried, just have a check of the seating plan the night before and you should be able to see if there's ample availability. I doubt you'll have any problems though Hope this helps! That has put my mind at rest and thanks again. It will be two tickets for me and my husband. Wouldn't even mind if we weren't together (well we have been married for 43 years  ). I keep looking at availability for that day and it seems to be the £65 tickets that at the moment aren't sold so I'll keep my fingers crossed. |
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Post by Dan213 on Apr 10, 2018 20:42:14 GMT
I went on a Wednesday matinee which are usually the quietest and I got there about half 12. I would have thought turning up at box office opening would suffice if you were just looking for 1 or 2 tickets. If you're at all worried, just have a check of the seating plan the night before and you should be able to see if there's ample availability. I doubt you'll have any problems though Hope this helps! That has put my mind at rest and thanks again. It will be two tickets for me and my husband. Wouldn't even mind if we weren't together (well we have been married for 43 years ). I keep looking at availability for that day and it seems to be the £65 tickets that at the moment aren't sold so I'll keep my fingers crossed. When I went, I was in stalls M14 for £25. It's usually £65 |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 10, 2018 21:43:39 GMT
People, don't feed the troll.
Don't give him what he wants. He'll soon go away again.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 10, 2018 21:54:19 GMT
If you're in London in the morning, I think the box office opens at 10/10:30. If you go in and ask for a ticket, they'll give you the the best available seat they have for £25 (They were still doing this last month when I went). Todaytix is also another option for last minute seat discounts
Thank you very much for your advice Dan213. We are in London from Tuesday so yes, we can get to the theatre in the morning. How long before the box office opens would you suggest we get there for?
I tried to get £25 tickets today, at 5.30pm. The box office told me that there is usually a queue outside the venue when they open and that the tickets go then. They did offer me some £35 seats, but they either had restricted legroom or weren’t in great spots. Box office were lovely though. I can’t say what time you should get ther before the box office opens, but it sounds like you might want to be early if you are determined to get £25 ones. |
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Post by grannyjx6 on Apr 10, 2018 22:36:49 GMT
Thank you very much for your advice Dan213. We are in London from Tuesday so yes, we can get to the theatre in the morning. How long before the box office opens would you suggest we get there for?
I tried to get £25 tickets today, at 5.30pm. The box office told me that there is usually a queue outside the venue when they open and that the tickets go then. They did offer me some £35 seats, but they either had restricted legroom or weren’t in great spots. Box office were lovely though. I can’t say what time you should get ther before the box office opens, but it sounds like you might want to be early if you are determined to get £25 ones.
Thanks for the info. We aren't staying too far from the theatre so could have a nice stroll after breakfast, as if the forecast is correct it will be nice and warm. Then I've booked for us to go round the Tower of London so a nice relaxing day. Or maybe not.
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Post by d'James on Apr 11, 2018 0:48:48 GMT
I know what I wanted to ask. Is Ray meant to be Priti’s Mum? I couldn’t understand what they said when they hugged near the end.
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Post by Dan213 on Apr 11, 2018 1:01:23 GMT
I know what I wanted to ask. Is Ray meant to be Priti’s Mum? I couldn’t understand what they said when they hugged near the end. Don't think so. It always interested me as to why they changed it from Lee to Ray when it transferred to London as it was Lee in the documentary too |
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). I keep looking at availability for that day and it seems to be the £65 tickets that at the moment aren't sold so I'll keep my fingers crossed.