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Post by Scswp on Jan 31, 2019 7:46:14 GMT
Just a quick question - is the entire cast in London the same as the one in Dublin? (I’m guessing the answer is yes, as I can’t think of a reason why it would be a ‘no’ in such a short transfer time). I’m assuming nobody was changed - right?
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Post by HereForTheatre on Jan 31, 2019 8:04:13 GMT
Still reeling. A brilliant show. I can't wait to go back. Granted the audience reaction and atmosphere might not be like that every night so it might lose a tiny something there but this show could be performed to 1 and still be stunning. I have to say I was excited about this show but not jump out my seat can't wait exvuted, but I'll be surprised if anything beats this show this year. Normally I'm a person who takes time to collect my thoughts on a show and not really come to a conclusion till a few days after but this one I was up with a standing Ovation and cheering before they even finished singing and working out when I can see it again.
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Post by Mark on Jan 31, 2019 8:14:22 GMT
Just exceptional. Every bit as good as New York and Toronto. Cast are wonderful. Spot on casting I’m wondering - was the key for Me and the Sky lowered? Or maybe it just sits in a different place in Rachel’s voice. View was great from side stalls I don’t think they’ve changed the key of ‘Me and the Sky’ for Rachel Tucker - it wasn’t changed in Dublin anyway. What makes you think it has been changed? I’ve just listened to the cast album and the final Dublin performance on a website... it sounds like a different key. It was the original key at Canada house. This is by no means a criticism and just an observation. Anyone with a good ear give a listen to the cast album and the Dublin performance and tell me I’m not imagining things 😂 Also, is it typical that some opening night seats may go on sale? I’d love to go on the 18th |
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Post by juicy_but_terribly_drab on Jan 31, 2019 8:24:19 GMT
I don’t think they’ve changed the key of ‘Me and the Sky’ for Rachel Tucker - it wasn’t changed in Dublin anyway. What makes you think it has been changed? I’ve just listened to the cast album and the final Dublin performance on a website... it sounds like a different key. It was the original key at Canada house. This is by no means a criticism and just an observation. Anyone with a good ear give a listen to the cast album and the Dublin performance and tell me I’m not imagining things 😂 Also, is it typical that some opening night seats may go on sale? I’d love to go on the 18th Just listened and it's definitely a different key. I remember listening to her sing it in rehearsals and it sounded like she was slightly struggling so I imagine it's just to preserve her voice which is fair enough. |
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Post by Phantom of London on Jan 31, 2019 9:06:52 GMT
Just a casual observation that, seven people from this board went to the first night (I'm jealous) and we have had seven flat out raves.
Welcome to the Rock!!!
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Post by Deleted on Jan 31, 2019 9:25:55 GMT
Just a casual observation that, seven people from this board went to the first night (I'm jealous) and we have had seven flat out raves. Welcome to the Rock!!! I'd say that a large majority of people who book for a first preview of a show that has transferred from Broadway are already big fans of the show, so I'd be very surprised if they were anything but raves. it will be interesting to see if the general public feel the same. |
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Post by Rory on Jan 31, 2019 9:45:33 GMT
Just a casual observation that, seven people from this board went to the first night (I'm jealous) and we have had seven flat out raves. Welcome to the Rock!!! I'd say that a large majority of people who book for a first preview of a show that has transferred from Broadway are already big fans of the show, so I'd be very surprised if they were anything but raves. it will be interesting to see if the general public feel the same. They will, if the Dublin response is anything to go by. |
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Post by londonmzfitz on Jan 31, 2019 10:57:40 GMT
Booked another 2 trips to see this today. Still buzzing from that story line last night. Superb acting by all.
I can't say I knew much about this prior to booking - knew it was a Broadway hit, but hadn't (still haven't) listened to the soundtrack. The lady behind me, in conversation at the station afterwards, was wondering how many of those attending would know, would appreciate, that full ghastly horror of what happened that day in 2001 ..
I need to know more about Gander now (there's a competition on the inside back page of the programme to win a visit!!!) so now I've tickets safely tucked away I'm off to google. Or do some work, maybe ..
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Post by Deleted on Jan 31, 2019 11:02:36 GMT
Booked another 2 trips to see this today. Still buzzing from that story line last night. Superb acting by all. I can't say I knew much about this prior to booking - knew it was a Broadway hit, but hadn't (still haven't) listened to the soundtrack. The lady behind me, in conversation at the station afterwards, was wondering how many of those attending would know, would appreciate, that full ghastly horror of what happened that day in 2001 .. I need to know more about Gander now (there's a competition on the inside back page of the programme to win a visit!!!) so now I've tickets safely tucked away I'm off to google. Or do some work, maybe .. Watch this! |
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Post by happytobehere on Jan 31, 2019 11:50:39 GMT
I’m so excited to book for this show now! Everyone’s reviews make it sound so incredible- Is Row A a good place to sit or would it be too close?
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Post by raiseitup on Jan 31, 2019 12:10:16 GMT
Can only echo everyone else's raves, this was pretty much flawless last night.
We were sitting at the end of the front stalls (F1-2) and the view was great from there! The stage is very high though so do wonder how the view is from the front row day seats.
Did anyone else notice the Toxic Avenger throwback for Emma Salvo's character? Lovely coincidence.
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Post by stuartmcd on Jan 31, 2019 12:14:37 GMT
I’m so excited to book for this show now! Everyone’s reviews make it sound so incredible- Is Row A a good place to sit or would it be too close? I was sat in row F and the view was perfect. The stage seemed quite high and looking at the people in the front row it didn’t look the most comfortable angle. |
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Post by latefortheoverture on Jan 31, 2019 12:22:21 GMT
I imagine it's regarding this....
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Post by happytobehere on Jan 31, 2019 12:39:21 GMT
I’m so excited to book for this show now! Everyone’s reviews make it sound so incredible- Is Row A a good place to sit or would it be too close? I was sat in row F and the view was perfect. The stage seemed quite high and looking at the people in the front row it didn’t look the most comfortable angle. Ah I’m quite short anyway so I think i’ll probably steer clear of the front then, I don’t want to have to crane my neck for the entire show- thanks! |
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Post by Rukaya on Jan 31, 2019 12:51:30 GMT
I’m so excited to book for this show now! Everyone’s reviews make it sound so incredible- Is Row A a good place to sit or would it be too close? I was row A last night and while it wasn't the *worst* view I've had in the theatre you are very close, and will be craning your neck the whole time. As another poster has mentioned, around row F will likely be just about level with the stage and a perfect view 😀 |
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Post by mrbluesky on Jan 31, 2019 13:10:54 GMT
I’m so excited to book for this show now! Everyone’s reviews make it sound so incredible- Is Row A a good place to sit or would it be too close? I was row A last night and while it wasn't the *worst* view I've had in the theatre you are very close, and will be craning your neck the whole time. As another poster has mentioned, around row F will likely be just about level with the stage and a perfect view 😀 I echo this, was also sat in Row A, and while its great for atmosphere, my neck is feeling it today! |
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Post by londonmzfitz on Jan 31, 2019 13:18:19 GMT
I was C12 on the centre aisle (it's the 4th row, I think), I liked the centre aisle view a lot - A LOT! In fact two ladies I see *everywhere* and know the theatre well buy seats either side of the aisle to avoid any blocking heads in front, so they were sat in the seat(s) in front. Lynne in front of me remarked she'd been to Violet that afternoon, the lady behind had commented she'd been to Violet that same performance, and the guys next to me said they'd been there too ... proper theatre fan fest going on!
Front row did look very high (is it just me or are the seats at the Phoenix low? Lynne said she takes 2 coats to sit on) ... I'd like to "see" a box, but on calling ATG this morning, and her checking with the Box Office while I held, their comment was it's 25% restricted view and they like to sell to disabled punters first .. then they go on general sale nearer the date, not in advance. No idea what the costs would be. Anyhoo - from what I saw the majority of the action is pretty much front and centre, only one point was Rachel Tucker, in a featured song while seated, partly hidden behind a chair in front of her, from my Row C stalls.
(Apologies if this sounds muddled, it made perfect sense as I typed it).
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Post by HereForTheatre on Jan 31, 2019 13:31:22 GMT
I was C12 on the centre aisle (it's the 4th row, I think), I liked the centre aisle view a lot - A LOT! In fact two ladies I see *everywhere* and know the theatre well buy seats either side of the aisle to avoid any blocking heads in front, so they were sat in the seat(s) in front. Lynne in front of me remarked she'd been to Violet that afternoon, the lady behind had commented she'd been to Violet that same performance, and the guys next to me said they'd been there too ... proper theatre fan fest going on! Front row did look very high (is it just me or are the seats at the Phoenix low? Lynne said she takes 2 coats to sit on) ... I'd like to "see" a box, but on calling ATG this morning, and her checking with the Box Office while I held, their comment was it's 25% restricted view and they like to sell to disabled punters first .. then they go on general sale nearer the date, not in advance. No idea what the costs would be. Anyhoo - from what I saw the majority of the action is pretty much front and centre, only one point was Rachel Tucker, in a featured song while seated, partly hidden behind a chair in front of her, from my Row C stalls. (Apologies if this sounds muddled, it made perfect sense as I typed it). And, if you had asked if the guy next to those guys had been to Violet he would have also said yes! I sat in C9 and also went to Violet that afternoon. How weird! |
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Post by londonmzfitz on Jan 31, 2019 14:00:19 GMT
I was C12 on the centre aisle (it's the 4th row, I think), I liked the centre aisle view a lot - A LOT! In fact two ladies I see *everywhere* and know the theatre well buy seats either side of the aisle to avoid any blocking heads in front, so they were sat in the seat(s) in front. Lynne in front of me remarked she'd been to Violet that afternoon, the lady behind had commented she'd been to Violet that same performance, and the guys next to me said they'd been there too ... proper theatre fan fest going on! Front row did look very high (is it just me or are the seats at the Phoenix low? Lynne said she takes 2 coats to sit on) ... I'd like to "see" a box, but on calling ATG this morning, and her checking with the Box Office while I held, their comment was it's 25% restricted view and they like to sell to disabled punters first .. then they go on general sale nearer the date, not in advance. No idea what the costs would be. Anyhoo - from what I saw the majority of the action is pretty much front and centre, only one point was Rachel Tucker, in a featured song while seated, partly hidden behind a chair in front of her, from my Row C stalls. (Apologies if this sounds muddled, it made perfect sense as I typed it). And, if you had asked if the guy next to those guys had been to Violet he would have also said yes! I sat in C9 and also went to Violet that afternoon. How weird! HA-HA-HA-HA! Fabulous! |
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Post by l0islane on Jan 31, 2019 14:28:47 GMT
I’m almost reluctant to post this but oh well, there’s always one! I went last night, I enjoyed it but I wasn’t blown away. I think I’m just too cynical for it, everyone in the town was just soooo nice, I felt like I was on the verge of getting diabetes! The characters didn’t have much depth, they all seemed to just be given one characteristic – loves animals, British, drinks whiskey etc. I don’t want to bash it because I liked it, I’m glad I went and the £10 seats had a perfect view, but I won’t be rushing back anytime soon.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 31, 2019 14:34:59 GMT
And, if you had asked if the guy next to those guys had been to Violet he would have also said yes! I sat in C9 and also went to Violet that afternoon. How weird! HA-HA-HA-HA! Fabulous! Oh wow, I'm going next Wednesday night and seeing Violet in the afternoon! |
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Post by manu on Jan 31, 2019 15:03:58 GMT
I've seen this yesterday and Violet on monday
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Post by westendcub on Jan 31, 2019 19:06:52 GMT
Going to try rush on Monday!! I just can’t hold out to my actual booked ticket!!!
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Post by Deleted on Jan 31, 2019 19:17:02 GMT
I’m almost reluctant to post this but oh well, there’s always one! I went last night, I enjoyed it but I wasn’t blown away. I think I’m just too cynical for it, everyone in the town was just soooo nice, I felt like I was on the verge of getting diabetes! The characters didn’t have much depth, they all seemed to just be given one characteristic – loves animals, British, drinks whiskey etc. I don’t want to bash it because I liked it, I’m glad I went and the £10 seats had a perfect view, but I won’t be rushing back anytime soon. Have you met Canadians eh? they'll apologise if you walk into them  |
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Post by Being Alive on Jan 31, 2019 19:22:42 GMT
I’m almost reluctant to post this but oh well, there’s always one! I went last night, I enjoyed it but I wasn’t blown away. I think I’m just too cynical for it, everyone in the town was just soooo nice, I felt like I was on the verge of getting diabetes! The characters didn’t have much depth, they all seemed to just be given one characteristic – loves animals, British, drinks whiskey etc. I don’t want to bash it because I liked it, I’m glad I went and the £10 seats had a perfect view, but I won’t be rushing back anytime soon. But, like, you know its not fiction right? You know its created from hundreds of hours and hundreds of pages of interviews? with these people? So it's all true that they actually were that nice? I'm a little confused as to what the problem with that is... |
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