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Post by stuart on Apr 1, 2016 8:29:46 GMT
They're going to need a big headline name to fill the Palladium with a panto for a few months. Any idea who's in the frame?
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Post by Deleted on Apr 1, 2016 8:57:05 GMT
The Palladium has history of putting on pantomime. I thibk it's a great idea if it's done well, but agree they will need a big headliner.
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Post by catqc on Apr 1, 2016 15:08:19 GMT
Haven't seen the film so just wondering - what proportion of the songs are original ALW (and yes, some people will argue that they're not original and they've been in many ALW shows already) and how much is songs from the film?
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Post by anita on Apr 1, 2016 15:11:17 GMT
I've not seen the film but have the CD. According to that I think 3 are from the film & the rest are his.
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Post by catqc on Apr 15, 2016 12:30:05 GMT
Anyone who has seen this and/or Hamilton, just curious if you think this'll win any Tony's?
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Post by Michael on Apr 15, 2016 16:47:18 GMT
Anyone who has seen this and/or Hamilton, just curious if you think this'll win any Tony's? I've seen both, roughly a month ago. Disclaimer: I don't think it's a secret that I didn't exactly enjoy Hamilton, but I'm trying to be as objective as possible.I really think that the Best Actor Tony should go to Alex Brightman. He gives an energetic performance, is barely off stage, commands the stage, has a great voice that suits the rock songs very well, acts greatly and you really feel and root for Dewey. LMM, otoh, doesn't have the singing best voice and I felt that his acting was wooden. Haven't seen Fiddler on the Roof, so I can't comment on its lead actor. Not sure which other shows would also qualify for Best Score, but I'd love to see School of Rock win as well, as I love its score. ALW in top form. I guess Hamilton is set for Best New Musical and other shows don't have much (any?) chance. |
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Post by Jon on Apr 15, 2016 17:11:15 GMT
I think Leslie Odom Jr is more likely to win over Lin Manuel Miranda and Alex Brightman unless he's put into best supporting actor which wouldn't make sense as Burr IMO is a lead role same as Alexander Hamilton.
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Post by ali973 on Apr 15, 2016 17:59:58 GMT
^ Leslie should definitely win. That man is on fire and the amount of charisma, cool and swagger he exudes in the role is outstanding.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 15, 2016 18:05:40 GMT
The only show that could possibly get best musical over Hamilton is American Psycho as there does seem to be some early buzz from previews. Still a long shot but never say never
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Post by Michael on Apr 15, 2016 18:06:53 GMT
^ Leslie should definitely win. That man is on fire and the amount of charisma, cool and swagger he exudes in the role is outstanding. I thought he was only slightly better than LMM, and not even close to being in the same league as Alex Brightman. |
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Post by Hamilton Addict on Apr 16, 2016 11:24:39 GMT
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Post by Hamilton Addict on Apr 16, 2016 11:28:07 GMT
The only show that could possibly get best musical over Hamilton is American Psycho as there does seem to be some early buzz from previews. Still a long shot but never say never I think there's more of a chance of theatre being banned than Hamilton losing. It would be wore than Imelda losing the Olivier. Theoretically, if they did lose the Tony, there would be a riot of all the Hamilfans rampaging the streets of New York! I think School of Rock might pick up two or three of the awards and Alex winning is a high possibility. |
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Post by theatremadness on May 12, 2016 23:14:29 GMT
From Baz on twitter: 40% chance that School of Rock will go to New London. Nothing confirmed and no leading man yet.
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Post by Deleted on May 13, 2016 4:19:38 GMT
The article says this is planned to open next spring at the new london but they are looking at the possibility of getting it ready for November now showboat is closing early
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Post by Deleted on May 13, 2016 7:38:59 GMT
Can see it possibly being at the New London, would fit better than the palladium. Question is, what will go to the palladium? Or will it still be used for concerts?
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Post by Oleanna on May 13, 2016 8:28:56 GMT
Far fewer seats at the New London, but hardly any of the mid-size theatres are available (also, ALW doesn't own as many mid-size houses!)
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Post by Deleted on May 13, 2016 10:08:29 GMT
Question is, what will go to the palladium? Or will it still be used for concerts? I think I have the answer of what COULD go in....This would be perfect!!.... But in the event that it doesn't do well in Chicago, Broadway and it turns out Lloyd Webber doesn't watch SpongeBob, then I guess the Palladium will just be used for limited runs, concerts and stuff for TV. |
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Post by max on May 14, 2016 7:12:55 GMT
I was thinking/hoping they'd bring Alex Brightman over, so a bit surprised they're saying the search for Dewey goes on. Perhaps that means they're waiting to see if Brightman gets a Tony award - in which case a November opening for SOR in the West End doesn't look great timing wise. You don't take your star out of your show five months after their Tony win - or do you?
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Post by Hamilton Addict on May 14, 2016 7:29:54 GMT
I was thinking/hoping they'd bring Alex Brightman over, so a bit surprised they're saying the search for Dewey goes on. Perhaps that means they're waiting to see if Brightman gets a Tony award - in which case a November opening for SOR in the West End doesn't look great timing wise. You don't take your star out of your show five months after their Tony win - or do you? If I remember correctly, Alex Sharp left Curious Incident on B.Way fairly quickly after winning his Tony. |
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Post by anita on May 14, 2016 9:19:39 GMT
I was hoping for Alex Brightman too.
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Post by Michael on May 14, 2016 9:30:36 GMT
I know he's in Aladdin, but I think Nathan Amzi would be a good choice for Dewey. And if not him, then either Oliver Tompsett or Simon Lipkin.
As for Ms Mullins, I was thinking of Rebecca Trehearn (can she hit the high notes in Queen of the Night? - if not, cut them.) or Siobhan Dillon.
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Post by Deleted on May 14, 2016 9:45:05 GMT
Simon Lipkin was my first choice, he'd be wonderful!
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Post by Deleted on May 14, 2016 9:56:38 GMT
I know he's in Aladdin, but I think Nathan Amzi would be a good choice for Dewey. And if not him, then either Oliver Tompsett or Simon Lipkin. As for Ms Mullins, I was thinking of Rebecca Trehearn (can she hit the high notes in Queen of the Night? - if not, cut them.) or Siobhan Dillon. Lol you didn't like Glenn close in sunset because she couldn't sing it buy you're ok with cutting notes in another show for someone else? |
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Post by anita on May 14, 2016 10:03:31 GMT
Thought they had to be able to play guitar. What about Dean Collinson or Peter John Jackson or John Brosnan?
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Post by theatremadness on May 15, 2016 0:06:17 GMT
Is anything explicitly said about Dewey's physical appearance? Most people, knowing Jack Black played the role, will be expecting probably someone on the more chubby side, even the casting of Alex Brightman suggests that, too. If Nathan Amzi can play guitar (or learn), I really don't know who else this part can or should go to!
Also, Sierra is no stranger to the West End, so maybe if ALW does want to bring someone over, it may be her. Though one can't help but think she's a little miscast in this particular role, so would also welcome someone else (though I haven't seen Sierra in the show, of course, so not an entirely fair judgement!).
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