Ghost The Musical - U.K. Tour 2024/5

oops. I just presumed it was Newcastle as that's where he lives. He actually travelled to see it?? That makes it worse!

I went to see this yesterday afternoon with low expectations from what I'd read on here - I only really went to see a cast member I knew from other shows. I actually thought it wasn't that bad. It wasn't the best show I've seen, but it was a nice day out, and I deliberately got a cheap seat. I couldn't see one corner of the stage, so missed whatever they didn't do with the door. They had signs up saying Sam was on as Sam, I thought he was really good. There was more to the set than what I was expecting, and I was confused that they did the pot making at the beginning before Sam was dead. Overall I found it a bit dreary, but that's partly the show overall rather than just this production. And I echo the earlier post that Sarah's done well to overcome all the negativity about her.

Hate how sensationalised this piece is. She hasn't pulled out of the show, she was ill and had to be replaced mid show during one performance. Hardly a 'health scare'.

Talk about making something out of nothing.

Interesting link though, thanks MrHurdsfield

If anybody, for some bizarre reason, wants a ticket to see this in Nottingham in december, do let me know as I'm willing to let go of it for a drastically reduced price! I can't imagine sitting through it again. (I bought it before I'd seen this production for what it's worth!)

Just back. 

Hold on to your hairdo's.....

Girl did good.

Yes, that's what I said. Sarah Harding did not hit a bum note throughout this evening's performance. The acting isn't quite there, but jeepers creepers compared with the clips I saw of her in Corrie she's come on in leaps and bounds. Her accent was absolutely fine and consistent throughout. I actually found her rather engaging to watch. She's very vulnerable which is obviously perfect for this. No she didn't belt anything but the rather dull songs in this show don't call for it. 

As for the production, hold on to that hairdo even tighter..... I preferred it to the original which frankly left me cold. Fur coat, no knickers. This was obviously a different ballgame altogether in terms of whistles and bells but no WAY as bad as has been reported. I was more involved than the first time and confess to filling up twice when Sam dies and at the end when he "leaves" which is done with a lot of charm. 

I admit it, I went to have a laugh at Sarah Hardings incompetence. Joke's on me! 

Well, I've no idea about rewriting melodies. I have zero investment into the original because despite being impressed with the stagecraft of it I found it totally forgettable. If you want a repeat of that show then it's not going to happen, no matter whether it's SH or anyone else.

It would be interesting to hear your views after seeing the opening at Wimbledon and whether SH and the show generally has improved by the time it gets to Nottingham. But don't go on my account, you may still hate it

To be fair, my expectations couldn't be any lower at this point, so it either maintains that or improves for me! Maybe I'll go for research so I can compare/contrast!

She's rumoured to be going on "I'm A Celebrity" this year, although so are a thousand other D-listers without a panto. Is that possible? (I don't know when she's contacted to on Ghost)

Do you know, reading these last few posts has really made me feel quite happy.I've never seen the show but had been interested to based on the how many people said they enjoyed the original. I don't any feeling positive or negative about Sarah, but I was obviously not happy with her casting when it was first announced, as I was hoping for a theatre performer with some expertise which would draw me in.

I'll say this, you can't knock her at all in terms of commitment. Aside from the initial illness a few days into the run (and that non entity of a story when she missed half a show) she's been strong and taken the negativity in her stride and just gotten on with the show. What else can you do, really? Reading a positive review goes to show that it's paid off, at least in some audience members eyes. I honestly hope she continues to improve and they finally decide to hold a press night.

Of course, I've not see the show (original or revival) so can't comment on the other Kenwrighteque elements of staging / effects / casting etc. in question, based on my own experiences, but I have been keeping a close eye on this story as a potential audience member, and so it's nice to finally read something positive about Sarah's performance.

Really good to hear Burly. Perhaps investing in another weeks rehearsal could've saved all of this drama and public humiliation. I increasingly feel that the blame lies at one door!

And that trailer doesn't look bad at all!! I think the set looks rather good to be honest and nothing cheap or nasty. I think the problem is people are comparing to the original and that's the problem. The original obviously had better sets and illusions but that was a completely different producer who did that show so they have to alter it again with a new set designer etc. If this was the first ever production of Ghost and people had nothing to compare it to then maybe it wouldn't receive so much backlash?!