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Post by theatre241 on Jun 15, 2019 9:20:49 GMT
This is my first time going to west end live and I am planning on seeing a matinee, is it easy to get out of the place and also can you come in and out for lunch without queuing for a lifetime?
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Post by xanady on Jun 15, 2019 9:48:10 GMT
^As the time to leave gets near start to slowly work your way out of the crowd.Last year I was near the front for the first two hours,then on a break between performances,I started to drift to the exit to the right of the main stage.
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Post by xanady on Jun 15, 2019 9:51:14 GMT
.....if you leave the venue for lunch you will have to re-queue from the back all over again,I was told last year.Food is available inside the venue.
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Post by theatre241 on Jun 15, 2019 9:56:29 GMT
Oh ok thanks for this info! I'm probably going to arrive at trafalgar square at 10:40ish so what time do you think I will get in at ?
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Post by alece10 on Jun 15, 2019 10:22:34 GMT
Seems I shall be going to the ball after all as I have an invite to the VIP area on Sunday. Line up is not as good as Saturday as expected but there is still some great stuff there. Looking forward to seeing On Your Feet and Ballet Boyz and especially Falsettos now I've seen the cast. Have a lovely time! What does the VIP area offer, out of interest? Not sure for this year and they didn't have one last year. Previously it was sponsored by Mastercard and you got drinks and snacks plus its seated. It does say light refreshments provided this year but no mention of a sponsor. Main thing for me that's its seated. |
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Post by xanady on Jun 15, 2019 10:43:04 GMT
Last year on the Saturday the queues were absolutely horrendous first thing in the morning.Depends on the weather but I am guessing that arriving at 10.40am would take you 60-90 mins to get in minimum.It’s all ifs/buts to be honest.Some websites say that up to half a million visit over the two days although obviously some people come and go.Also apparently last year it was much,much quieter for the last 3 hours on the Sunday.The big hitters seem to appear on the Saturday and tail off towards matinee time.Can’t do the Saturday this year as my daughter is on stage in an am-dram but Sunday is a possiblity.Just loved the MT fan vibe last year....really special imo.
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Post by anita on Jun 15, 2019 12:34:08 GMT
The queues have got worse every year.
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Post by anita on Jun 19, 2019 9:29:16 GMT
Usually I am standing for several hours before they let us in. Think this year I may have to resort to sitting on the pavement. The big question is - Will I be able to get up again?
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Post by david on Jun 21, 2019 17:18:32 GMT
Walking through Trafalgar Square this afternoon. Had a chance to watch the tech rehearsals. Rachel Tucker sounded fantastic in the Come From Away bit. Really looking forward to WEL now. Got the perfect weather for it.
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Post by anthony40 on Jun 21, 2019 21:45:19 GMT
I will be out and about in Trafalgar Square tomorrow till about 2:30 pm.
If anyone sees me, feel free to say hello.
Some of you I have met but for those of you who haven't met me, I'm pretty approachable and a friendly guy.
I I don't see anyone, whatever it is that you do there, have fun, enjoy the show and remain safe.
Oh, and don't forget a hat and sunscreen.
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Post by taboolie on Jun 21, 2019 23:20:24 GMT
I attend this event every year, usually Saturday, sometimes all weekend, but cannot get there at all this year.
Big ask: is any kind, wonderful, fellow theatre fan out there able to pick me up and send me a copy of the free brochure that is always available? I collect them. If yes and there is something I can send as a swap, such as flyers, please ask.
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Post by xanady on Jun 22, 2019 7:22:45 GMT
Weather set fair for the weekend.Latest forecast-Sunny intervals,some cloud,gentle breeze,around 22 degrees- 24 degrees.Have a good one everybody.Will be there tomorrow and then trying to do ON YOUR FEET and then BARE at The Vaults if poss.Crazy Sunday!
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Post by alece10 on Jun 22, 2019 7:51:05 GMT
I attend this event every year, usually Saturday, sometimes all weekend, but cannot get there at all this year. Big ask: is any kind, wonderful, fellow theatre fan out there able to pick me up and send me a copy of the free brochure that is always available? I collect them. If yes and there is something I can send as a swap, such as flyers, please ask. I may be wrong and hope I am but I have a feeling it will just be s leaflet this year. There is no major sponsor this year, it used to be Mastercard, and that's why we got those glossy brochures. I passed by yesterday evening when the sound checks were being done and I saw a steward giving out a leaflet with the schedules. So have a feeling that's it. As I say hope I'm wrong as the brochure was lovely. |
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Post by xanady on Jun 22, 2019 8:05:46 GMT
On the WEL site it shows some kind of brochure/magazine along with tote bags,T’s etc with the question ‘WHICH MERCH WILL YOU BUY’? which suggests that they may charge this year.Sure we will find out later today.Last year’s brochure was a lovely keep-sake.
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Post by freckles on Jun 22, 2019 9:10:28 GMT
The programmes are £5!!!!
Good luck with that.
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Post by anthony40 on Jun 22, 2019 9:14:56 GMT
Stuff that! I was going to fulfill the request but alas no
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Post by david on Jun 22, 2019 9:28:24 GMT
The queues for the main area are crazy. Gave up and am currently in the area by Canada House and watching it on a big screen. I’m getting here super early tomorrow to try for the main area.
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Post by Sotongal on Jun 22, 2019 9:29:43 GMT
On the WEL site it shows some kind of brochure/magazine along with tote bags,T’s etc with the question ‘WHICH MERCH WILL YOU BUY’? which suggests that they may charge this year.Sure we will find out later today.Last year’s brochure was a lovely keep-sake. |
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Post by freckles on Jun 22, 2019 9:31:31 GMT
I’m down the front thanks to a friend running a tent who managed to get me a wristband.
It’s hot!
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Post by Sotongal on Jun 22, 2019 9:38:00 GMT
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Post by xanady on Jun 22, 2019 9:44:39 GMT
Queues sound worse than last year.Time to move it.
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Post by xanady on Jun 22, 2019 9:50:35 GMT
Big problems down there apparently.Think I might change my plans and skip this altogether tomorrow.Sounds like a stressful situation already.
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Post by taboolie on Jun 22, 2019 10:43:48 GMT
Thanks for the various info and replies about the brochure. I knew this would happen eventually, well, I had a good run of several years of free brochures. But I think someone at WEL or SOLT could have told me when I emailed them.😠 Thanks to Anthony40 for considering my request when we both thought it was free. I would not expect anyone to fork out £5 on this. I will have to be content with watching YouTube videos of WEL2019! ☹️
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Post by HereForTheatre on Jun 22, 2019 10:56:29 GMT
It needs to be moved or even ticketed.
Still make it open for all by having a big screen in Leicester Square or something showing it live as well.
I last went 3 years ago and it was madness, by the sounds of it both last year and now this year, it's got twice as bad.
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Post by xanady on Jun 22, 2019 11:12:20 GMT
OleandSteen bakery currently handing out bakery goodies to the thousands still waiting to get in apparently...yes,thousands! What a wonderful ad for the WE...not!
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