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Post by raider80 on Dec 3, 2018 23:35:29 GMT
Wait, wait, wait... I’ve thought the Beaches production in Chicago was a play this whole time. My bad.
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Post by aida100 on Dec 4, 2018 2:02:14 GMT
I was thinking the other day is heathers going into the savoy after 9 to 5 for a limited run before mean girls moves in in 2020? The Savoy’s way too big for Heathers, even the Haymarket was pushing it a tiny bit. Also can you imagine guests of the Savoy coming out of the hotel foyer to see a load of fangirls sprawled across the pavement with their sleeping bags and pizzas waiting for dayseats 😭 Lol! |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 4, 2018 5:39:58 GMT
I'd love to see Groundhog Day again. Also the Playhouse could be a great venue for Spring Awakening.
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Post by aida100 on Dec 4, 2018 8:47:02 GMT
There IS a Beaches musical. They did a tryout in DC and again in the suburbs of Chicago (the latter with Shoshana Bean in the Bette Midler role). The production from Chicago was supposedly the pre-Broadway run. From what I recall there was an article some time ago saying that it'll now open in London. I've heard samples from the score from a demo they've recorded with the cast of the first run, and the music is really bland. The only good number Wind Beneath My Wings, which is the only song from the movie. In this adaptation the Bette Midler character sings it in a studio in an abridged version. Alysha Umphress sang a killer version of it in the original run. I would be down for a stage version using the songs from the film, which were terrific, and additional songs to make into a proper musical. I freaking love Alysha Umphress. Still waiting for her to land that big starring role. |
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Post by westendwahwah on Dec 6, 2018 19:04:45 GMT
Assuming Caroline or Change runs its duration only then Playhouse is also empty from April onwards, is it not? Yes, another play, Oslo back in the WE from Apr 17th |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 6, 2018 19:30:05 GMT
Assuming Caroline or Change runs its duration only then Playhouse is also empty from April onwards, is it not? Yes, another play, Oslo back in the WE from Apr 17th Oooo I didn't realise that was coming back! I missed it last time! Just been to the ATG website and apparently so, it's back! |
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Post by Mark on Jan 3, 2019 16:14:14 GMT
Whilst it may be a way off, Erika Henningsen has hinted today she hopes to reprise Cady in the West End when Mean Girls transfers.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 3, 2019 19:11:07 GMT
Whilst it may be a way off, Erika Henningsen has hinted today she hopes to reprise Cady in the West End when Mean Girls transfers. I'd be surprised if they had her be the one to transfer with the show. A transfer over is expensive enough, let alone with the leading lady. Also, there hasn't been that much attention thrown onto Erika as opposed to the three plastics, or Barrett, or even Kerry Butler for that matter. I don't think it's Erika's fault as she is great in the show, but those are the juicier role, Cady just keeps the ball rolling. In that case, I would imagine if any of the leads transferred over, the smartest choice would be Taylor Louderman with the reviews, award nominations, and that some theatre fans will know who she is (she's not famous, but you know what I mean!).  |
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Post by Mark on Jan 4, 2019 12:40:28 GMT
Well it’s not something I’d be posting about on Twitter unless it was possible or even likely. For me she was the highlight and was unfortunately overlooked by the big awards. With Sonia Friedman producing, she’s certainly set the precedent of bringing over US cast members in Book of Mormon.
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Post by Mark on Jan 9, 2019 14:01:38 GMT
So 2020 is shaping up to be a busy year. Frozen, Mean Girls, Pretty Woman and Groundhog Day all possibilities.
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Post by HereForTheatre on Jan 9, 2019 14:10:16 GMT
It's nice to have so much activity in the WE (and London theatre in general) because i've felt it's felt a bit stale over the last few years. I'm still wondering what mrbarnaby is referring to with his comments about what's going into The Piccadilly later this year? Any further comment Mr B?  |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 9, 2019 14:11:15 GMT
So 2020 is shaping up to be a busy year. Frozen, Mean Girls, Pretty Woman and Groundhog Day all possibilities. Yes! I have been wanting Pretty Woman to come over since I first heard the Cast Recording. Everything crossed we are treated to Samantha, Andy and Orfeh will transfer! |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 9, 2019 14:13:12 GMT
The obvious issue is does Andy Karl transfer with Pretty Woman or reprise his role in Groundhog Day?
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Post by Deleted on Jan 9, 2019 14:16:23 GMT
Gosh. Looks like Bryan can't stop this thing he started.
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Post by Jon on Jan 9, 2019 14:24:16 GMT
Pretty Woman could go to either the Savoy or Piccadilly.
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Post by pianowithsam on Jan 9, 2019 16:44:08 GMT
I'm crossing my fingers that one of Mr Malloys' works come over here in the near future.
Really hoping it's Great Comet, but who knows.
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Post by iamamazing on Jan 9, 2019 20:59:51 GMT
What About the Shaftesbury Theatre for Pretty Woman as There is no show lined up for that theatre yet 😊
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Post by Deleted on Jan 9, 2019 22:34:43 GMT
West End Producer has tweeted Moulin Rouge will transfer to the Piccadilly at the end of the year.
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Post by 49thand8th on Jan 9, 2019 22:53:15 GMT
West End Producer has tweeted Moulin Rouge will transfer to the Piccadilly at the end of the year. |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 9, 2019 22:56:49 GMT
Oh, "may"...
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Post by 49thand8th on Jan 9, 2019 23:10:02 GMT
And that's why pasting links is better than paraphrasing the contents. |
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Post by danb on Jan 9, 2019 23:38:01 GMT
I may be doing a one man band retelling of ‘Carrie’ next year on Scarborough Seafront during the NSDF...
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Post by Deleted on Jan 15, 2019 16:32:50 GMT
On the Instagram story from the Theatre Cafe account Cassidy Janson has done a Q&A saying that she’s signed up to appear in a new London bound musical but is obliged to keep the name a secret. I guess it’s not specifically West End but is possible... Let the speculation begin!
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Post by LaLuPone on Jan 15, 2019 16:53:57 GMT
Could it be Waitress once Katharine McPhee’s done her 3 months? Technically it’s still “new” and “London-bound” right now before it opens.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 15, 2019 18:12:22 GMT
Heidi Hansen?
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