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Post by Deleted on Feb 21, 2019 11:13:50 GMT
Oh what utter nonsense. The audience when I saw it was great, they loved it but they weren't screaming and hollering during the show either.
In fact, the most offensive thing about the show when I saw it was the frock that Vanessa Feltz decided to give an outing to on that particular night.
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Post by danb on Feb 21, 2019 11:27:18 GMT
Gah! That’ll take some getting over.
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Post by hannechalk on Feb 21, 2019 11:44:15 GMT
Are people just repeatedly missing that this story is based on the experience of a real, flamboyant young aspiring drag queen? But that’s just it. It doesn’t feel real or authentic! It’s quite clear that the writer has no clue how teenagers talk to each other. The ensemble are lazy, minus one or two. The book is the weak link in this production, I still cannot wrap my head around how it’s run for so long. I would say that it was written like a pantomime but that would be an insult to pantomimes everywhere. But, if you’re looking for a light and fluffy show; sure. It attracts a very specific audience; middle aged wine guzzling women, who think it’s ok to scream and holler during a show. If all of this appeals to you; you’ll love it... maybe stop by the Haymarket, I think they have a show on for people of a similar calibre. Really? What a delight you are. As for a very specific audience, I don't agree with you on that at all. And teenagers don't talk that way to each other? Do bear in mind this is not based on teenage life now, it is based on when the real Jamie went through this. And teenagers did talk to each other like that then. |
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Post by Deleted on Feb 21, 2019 13:20:56 GMT
Are people just repeatedly missing that this story is based on the experience of a real, flamboyant young aspiring drag queen? Whilst I agree with your sentiment, it is important to to say that alot of musicals based on true stories for exaggerate aspects for dramatic effect. This show is definitely no different. |
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Post by secretcritic on Feb 21, 2019 15:08:12 GMT
Are people just repeatedly missing that this story is based on the experience of a real, flamboyant young aspiring drag queen? Whilst I agree with your sentiment, it is important to to say that alot of musicals based on true stories for exaggerate aspects for dramatic effect. This show is definitely no different. Absolutely. And in my opinion, this production takes exaggeration to the next galaxy and beyond, but yet the show thinks that it’s this serious trailblazing story and it’s far from it. I feel like people can’t hack it when others have differing opinions to theirs. Not everyone is going to agree with you, Becky... |
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Post by Seriously on Feb 21, 2019 15:32:30 GMT
I've been told that his forum discourages discussion of ex members.
So whilst not mentioning any ex members.... welcome secretcritic, it's nice to see new members on here.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 21, 2019 22:45:56 GMT
Luke Bayer has announced he will be supporting the real Jamie on the Sheffield dates of his upcoming UK Tour.  |
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Post by emeraldbaudelaire on Mar 6, 2019 19:19:17 GMT
I came away from this show quite unimpressed I have to be honest besides Pretty there weren't that many likeable characters and the story felt overly melodramatic at points. I will say Layton is fabulous in the role but it needed some work to its book and the songs weren't very memorable.
I remember thinking it'd make a good Billy Elliot style film so maybe it will work better in that medium.
I like camp, gay comedy but this just didn't land in those parts for me, the more poignant father/son dynamic was great so was the story with his mother being a good parent. The song about Climbing a Wall and He's my boy stood out although I'd be hard pressed to remember the others.
It's a mixed bag for me. Jamie didn't seem like a likable lead to me most of the time although Layton gave him a spark in his song and dance numbers I got different vibes of Jamie during his spoken dialogue VS singing. I dunno if anyone else got this vibe?
I'd give it around 3/5 and will watch it again in film medium we're I think it may suit the material slightly better.
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Post by showtoones on Mar 7, 2019 23:35:04 GMT
Layton extends through January 2020! WOO HOO
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Post by Mark on Mar 8, 2019 11:57:09 GMT
Just had my new season brochure through for Newcastle. Tour will play at the Theatre Royal from 30 March to 4 April 2020
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Post by james1969 on Mar 12, 2019 20:20:37 GMT
Excuse me if it’s been discussed already but is there any likelihood of Shane Ritchie extending in the show beyond his announced finish date ?
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Post by FrontrowverPaul on Mar 13, 2019 15:25:40 GMT
Shane Richie is starring in The Entertainer which is touring from 27 August, so I would have thought any significant extension of his role as Hugo in ... Jamie beyond the beginning of May is unlikely.
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Post by sleepflower on Mar 18, 2019 11:15:21 GMT
Whereabouts are the best seats for this? I usually like slip seats but can't see any on the seating plan...
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Post by teenangel on Mar 20, 2019 11:18:10 GMT
Anyone know of any dates that Melissa Jacques will be performing as Margaret? Saw her in January, and it was one of the best performances I’ve ever seen - desperate to take my friends!
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Post by longinthetooth on Mar 20, 2019 11:20:08 GMT
Shane Richie is starring in The Entertainer which is touring from 27 August, so I would have thought any significant extension of his role as Hugo in ... Jamie beyond the beginning of May is unlikely. He was talking on Radio 2 earlier this morning, saying he only has another six weeks to go, so no, he won't be extending. |
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Post by Deleted on Mar 20, 2019 11:56:48 GMT
A question about the London cast recording.
Was it recorded live? It seems like there are 2 bits where you hear an audience reaction, usually in the middle of songs, but there is no clapping or anything else from the audience. Any ideas?
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Post by ensembleswings on Mar 20, 2019 12:53:51 GMT
Anyone know of any dates that Melissa Jacques will be performing as Margaret? Week beginning 15th April I believe. |
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Post by sagiirl on Mar 20, 2019 14:59:01 GMT
Anyone know of any dates that Melissa Jacques will be performing as Margaret? Saw her in January, and it was one of the best performances I’ve ever seen - desperate to take my friends! She too is my favourite Margaret by a mile. She has such depth and credibility to her portrayal of Margaret. |
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Post by Dan213 on Mar 21, 2019 22:52:56 GMT
A question about the London cast recording. Was it recorded live? It seems like there are 2 bits where you hear an audience reaction, usually in the middle of songs, but there is no clapping or anything else from the audience. Any ideas? Nope. It’s a bit weird in places and I never really got the whole extended version of Out of The Darkness at the end. It was produced very early on in the run and I’m guessing that also meant a low budget too |
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Post by david on Mar 21, 2019 23:29:13 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Mar 21, 2019 23:38:42 GMT
A question about the London cast recording. Was it recorded live? It seems like there are 2 bits where you hear an audience reaction, usually in the middle of songs, but there is no clapping or anything else from the audience. Any ideas? Nope. It’s a bit weird in places and I never really got the whole extended version of Out of The Darkness at the end. It was produced very early on in the run and I’m guessing that also meant a low budget too Is that nope it wasn't recorded live, or nope you're not sure? I love the extended Out Of The Darkness. I wish it was slightly faster with a bigger beat, like a real dance track. Make a proper finale.
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Post by d'James on Mar 22, 2019 0:28:52 GMT
Looks like I’m going to be seeing this again now Faye’s in it.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 22, 2019 15:31:40 GMT
I thought she might have done something a bit more dancey after doing so well on Strictly, but I too will see this again now she’s in it.
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Post by shady23 on Mar 22, 2019 17:26:17 GMT
I three will be going to see it purely because "Faye from Steps" is in it
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Post by Dan213 on Mar 22, 2019 19:02:11 GMT
Nope. It’s a bit weird in places and I never really got the whole extended version of Out of The Darkness at the end. It was produced very early on in the run and I’m guessing that also meant a low budget too Is that nope it wasn't recorded live, or nope you're not sure? I love the extended Out Of The Darkness. I wish it was slightly faster with a bigger beat, like a real dance track. Make a proper finale.
It isn’t a live recording as far as I’m aware |
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