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Post by TallPaul on Aug 22, 2019 13:38:34 GMT
Have you sorted out a nice new suit ready for your red carpet debut? Now that's a thought! Something very stylish, obvs. I normally like to blend in, rather than stand out, so maybe my new whistle should be red too? |
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Post by kathryn on Aug 28, 2019 18:25:03 GMT
Finally seeing this tonight! Got fed up of not winning the TodayTix front row lotto (I never win ticket lottos) and plumped for the loser ticket offer. End of row J stalls for £35.
Hopefully the show will be worth it!
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Post by kathryn on Aug 28, 2019 23:10:13 GMT
Well, it took all of one number for this to charm me!
A very sweet, funny, enjoyable show. Some nice soaring numbers, too - particularly for Jamie’s Mum.
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Post by TallPaul on Aug 30, 2019 13:13:38 GMT
This time last week I was slipping into something more comfortable. C&A's finest 100% silk, to be exact. The request from the production company was to dress in "...your favourite fun colourful items of clothing! The more colourful and wild the better...". Those two sentences terrified me even more than the thought of dancing in public without the help of Dutch courage. Although I'm well know for being very stylish, I'm equally well known for not being very bright!  So before I return it to him, I want to publicly thank my very good friend, BurlyBeaR , for lending me his Sunday best shirt.  Of course it was far too large for me, even after my causey edge picnic tea of two bags of crisps, four pork pies and four Chorley Cakes, but nothing that a few strategically placed bulldog clips couldn't solve. It's a movie-making 'hack', apparently. I may have been just one of 4,000 supporting artistes, but in the words of Stanislavski, there are no small parts, only small actors!  It really was one of those magical nights when all the stars aligned. The weather was perfect, and because everyone was there because they wanted to be there, the atmosphere was magical. The only fly in the ointment was my discovery that, in the same way they used to say Gerald Ford, the late US president, couldn't walk and chew gum at the same time, I can't walk and clap in time. The shame!  |
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Aug 30, 2019 13:19:39 GMT
So before I return it to him, I want to publicly thank my very good friend, BurlyBeaR , for lending me his Sunday best shirt. No no, keep it. I insist! |
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Post by freckles on Aug 30, 2019 14:55:17 GMT
This time last week I was slipping into something more comfortable. C&A's finest 100% silk, to be exact. The request from the production company was to dress in "...your favourite fun colourful items of clothing! The more colourful and wild the better...". Those two sentences terrified me even more than the thought of dancing in public without the help of Dutch courage. Although I'm well know for being very stylish, I'm equally well known for not being very bright! So before I return it to him, I want to publicly thank my very good friend, BurlyBeaR , for lending me his Sunday best shirt. Of course it was far too large for me, even after my causey edge picnic tea of two bags of crisps, four pork pies and four Chorley Cakes, but nothing that a few strategically placed bulldog clips couldn't solve. It's a movie-making 'hack', apparently. I may have been just one of 4,000 supporting artistes, but in the words of Stanislavski, there are no small parts, only small actors! It really was one of those magical nights when all the stars aligned. The weather was perfect, and because everyone was there because they wanted to be there, the atmosphere was magical. The only fly in the ointment was my discovery that, in the same way they used to say Gerald Ford, the late US president, couldn't walk and chew gum at the same time, I can't walk and clap in time. The shame! Sounds great. I'm sure you were marvellous, dahling! And now we all know what to look out for in order to spot you. (I mean the shirt, not the clapping.) |
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Post by itsemily on Aug 31, 2019 9:25:44 GMT
Sorry if this has already been asked, watching the matinee this afternoon, I know your allowed to film the finale how do you know when abouts your allowed to film from? Does someone hold up a sign or something? Thank you xx
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Post by tr252 on Aug 31, 2019 11:02:46 GMT
Sorry if this has already been asked, watching the matinee this afternoon, I know your allowed to film the finale how do you know when abouts your allowed to film from? Does someone hold up a sign or something? Thank you xx Are you sure it’s allowed? There certainly isn’t any signs. The finale is when Jamie has a hand held microphone to sing the final song and the whole cast is on stage - I think it would be worth checking with the front of house staff though as I wasn’t aware you could film when I was there, or it certainly isn’t made obvious. |
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Post by itsemily on Aug 31, 2019 12:21:49 GMT
Sorry if this has already been asked, watching the matinee this afternoon, I know your allowed to film the finale how do you know when abouts your allowed to film from? Does someone hold up a sign or something? Thank you xx Are you sure it’s allowed? There certainly isn’t any signs. The finale is when Jamie has a hand held microphone to sing the final song and the whole cast is on stage - I think it would be worth checking with the front of house staff though as I wasn’t aware you could film when I was there, or it certainly isn’t made obvious. Thank you I will check, I've seen so many finale videos I just assumed it was allowed! Xx |
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Post by tr252 on Aug 31, 2019 14:02:40 GMT
Are you sure it’s allowed? There certainly isn’t any signs. The finale is when Jamie has a hand held microphone to sing the final song and the whole cast is on stage - I think it would be worth checking with the front of house staff though as I wasn’t aware you could film when I was there, or it certainly isn’t made obvious. Thank you I will check, I've seen so many finale videos I just assumed it was allowed! Xx No worries - enjoy the show, I had a great time when I went a couple of months ago. |
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Post by Mark on Sept 13, 2019 20:18:30 GMT
So.... who's the new Margaret?
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Post by Dr Tom on Sept 13, 2019 20:39:29 GMT
So.... who's the new Margaret? I wonder if Melissa Jacques will be on the time being? |
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Post by Mark on Sept 13, 2019 20:42:49 GMT
So.... who's the new Margaret? I wonder if Melissa Jacques will be on the time being? Wouldn't surprise me. She's fabulous in the role. |
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Post by cheesy116 on Sept 13, 2019 21:47:31 GMT
I hope Melissa gets it full time, she’s excellent in the role.
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Post by sagiirl on Sept 14, 2019 14:24:12 GMT
I hope Melissa gets it full time, she’s excellent in the role. I too hooe she will get it fulltine she is by far the best I've seen in that role. May even pay another visit to see it although Layton is not my favourite Jamie. |
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Post by showtoones on Sept 14, 2019 19:45:32 GMT
How is Luke as Jamie?
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Post by Dr Tom on Sept 14, 2019 19:58:46 GMT
I prefer the way he performs the role to Layton. |
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Post by cheesy116 on Sept 17, 2019 15:45:18 GMT
Great news, Melissa Jacques is now Margaret New full time.
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Post by Mark on Sept 17, 2019 15:47:45 GMT
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Post by Jon on Sept 17, 2019 15:51:35 GMT
Let's hope Thriller isn't moving to the Apollo! |
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Post by daisy24601 on Sept 21, 2019 16:18:38 GMT
I went last night after winning the TodayTix lottery after many failed attempts. I can see why they sell these off cheap the view is rubbish! I enjoyed it nonetheless.
I think Melissa Jacques was on as Margaret, I didn't see a cast board but, being unfamiliar with them both, I think it was her from photos. She was amazing, so glad to hear she's taking over full time. Only wanted to slap her when she doesn't tell the dad where to go , what a douche he is. And what a gig! He must be on stage for no more than 5 minutes total.
Layton plays the part well and keeps attention but I wasn't that keen on his voice. He's fine at the more belty parts but when he's doing the softer moments he was a bit too weak and quiet for me. I didn't feel like I was watching a WE performer in those moments. Sorry!
Probably the most I've enjoyed a show for a while, I'd like to go back and see it again from a better seat.
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Post by Dr Tom on Sept 21, 2019 16:31:00 GMT
And what a gig! He must be on stage for no more than 5 minutes total. He's not on for that long as the dad, but often when someone's away he doubles up as one of the drag queens. Glad you enjoyed it. It's a great show! |
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Post by Dr Tom on Sept 24, 2019 19:10:56 GMT
Just noticed that Melissa Jacques is on as Miss Hedge tonight.
So does that mean that Rebecca McKinnis is still on as Margaret?
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Post by LaLuPone on Sept 24, 2019 19:17:48 GMT
Just noticed that Melissa Jacques is on as Miss Hedge tonight. So does that mean that Rebecca McKinnis is still on as Margaret? Yes - I think her last show is Saturday. The DEH cast seem to be back in the UK rehearsing now. |
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Post by Deleted on Sept 24, 2019 19:18:43 GMT
I'm pretty sure Rebecca is leaving on either this Saturday or the one after that.
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