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Post by Tibidabo on Apr 3, 2017 13:06:36 GMT
Tap in the toes.
This, I am reliably informed, is what good tappers strive for. A teacher will check little tap shoes for a crease across the top and, on finding one, will praise the child for having learnt to 'pick up' on their toes, as this is what eventually causes the shoes to crease. It is harder to achieve, but is what the technique taught in the UK aims for. Children can be doing this by about 8-10 years old, though many find it extremely difficult and come to it significantly later. (American tap is completely different, though I'm not sure exactly in what way.)
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Post by Deleted on Apr 3, 2017 13:08:05 GMT
Isn't tap always in the toes? Taps on both toes and heels. |
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Post by wickedgrin on Apr 3, 2017 14:34:58 GMT
I love the fact that art is so subjective and people can have widely different opinions on the same piece.
But "lacked energy"? I thought the companies energy could power the National Grid for a week and that was only at the very first preview! Going again on Friday - my last chance with a £15 front row seat!!
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Post by bellboard27 on Apr 3, 2017 15:48:43 GMT
Some people on this board love repeated visits to shows. I'm not usually so inclined - there's so much on offer I like to try new shows. Occasionally I may make a return visit after some time has elapsed or I have a visitor to entertain. I have never been to a show, liked it and then immediately bought a ticket to see it again. Until now. I saw this on Friday and bought my return for next month over the weekend. I think I quite like it!
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Post by wickedgrin on Apr 3, 2017 17:56:04 GMT
Yes, I very rarely visit shows more than once, much preferring to see new stuff as time and money is finite, but this is an exception!
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Post by Deleted on Apr 3, 2017 21:49:58 GMT
Anyone else going tomorrow night?
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Post by d'James on Apr 3, 2017 21:56:43 GMT
Anyone else going tomorrow night? Got any tickets going spare? ;-) |
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Post by ada92 on Apr 4, 2017 6:14:09 GMT
Me! And after show party - can't wait!!!
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Post by japhun on Apr 4, 2017 6:22:55 GMT
I hope the company gives the performance of a lifetime tonight to give the press something to RAVE about! Expecting 5 STARS in every paper! (I HOPE!!!) Break a leg, 42nd Street!  |
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Post by SageStageMgr on Apr 4, 2017 7:29:12 GMT
Is this all one big viral marketing campaign?
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Post by elliott on Apr 4, 2017 8:26:05 GMT
Saw this last night. The dance sequences are incredible and the tapping is outstanding so that goes without saying- the company give 110% and the big showstoppers are great. That said, the book is weak and the show felt dated to me- the cheesiness of some of the lines really dates it. I enjoyed the night and am glad I saw it but it did feel beyond its time and a beuatiful production of an old show.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 4, 2017 9:40:24 GMT
Saw this last night. The dance sequences are incredible and the tapping is outstanding so that goes without saying- the company give 110% and the big showstoppers are great. That said, the book is weak and the show felt dated to me- the cheesiness of some of the lines really dates it. I enjoyed the night and am glad I saw it but it did feel beyond its time and a beuatiful production of an old show. That's because the show IS dated It's old And that will be it's appeal They have tried shows set in the modern time up to date hip And they all flop Because the modern time has no clear identity and relies on cost cutting, maximal profits and cheapness |
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Post by wickedgrin on Apr 4, 2017 10:20:06 GMT
" A beautiful production of an old show". That could be up in lights outside the theatre! The same thing could be said about me!!
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Post by Deleted on Apr 4, 2017 10:22:58 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Apr 4, 2017 10:23:30 GMT
Wooo the trailer is here!!!!
/video/1
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Post by Deleted on Apr 4, 2017 11:05:48 GMT
Wooo the trailer is here!!!! /video/1 Wonderfully produced |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 4, 2017 12:29:18 GMT
Is this all one big viral marketing campaign? Is there any real need for the amount of cynicism you appear to be bringing to this thread without actually having seen the show? Sometimes a production is just nearly universally loved - Hamilton on Broadway is another example, and the general reaction to Sunset and Hello Dolly over there so far. |
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Post by mallardo on Apr 4, 2017 12:52:14 GMT
Wow!! That trailer is sensational on so many levels, one of which is that it truthfully represents the show!
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Post by Deleted on Apr 4, 2017 13:11:32 GMT
Fabulous trailer, it already has over 124,000 views in the short time it has been up so people are seeing it!! Great promo for the show!! |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 4, 2017 13:15:32 GMT
Fabulous trailer, it already has over 124,000 views in the short time it has been up so people are seeing it!! Great promo for the show!! I think the plan is to screen it on TV It has certainly been edited to the highest standard and makes the show seem elegant, lush, glossy and spectacular Often these qualities are lost in such trailers |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 4, 2017 13:22:23 GMT
Do we think this show warrants a forum outing?
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Post by d'James on Apr 4, 2017 13:23:34 GMT
I'm going to have to see this after all the comments on here. I just have a horrid feeling this isn't a show for me. Even so I guess it'll be good to see the great production values on stage.
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Post by alece10 on Apr 4, 2017 13:25:49 GMT
Stunning trailer.
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Post by infofreako on Apr 4, 2017 13:27:25 GMT
Is this all one big viral marketing campaign? Is there any real need for the amount of cynicism you appear to be bringing to this thread without actually having seen the show? Sometimes a production is just nearly universally loved - Hamilton on Broadway is another example, and the general reaction to Sunset and Hello Dolly over there so far. . Every so often people pop up on threads from nowhere and seem to have an agenda. |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 4, 2017 13:43:50 GMT
I'm going to have to see this after all the comments on here. I just have a horrid feeling this isn't a show for me. Even so I guess it'll be good to see the great production values on stage. You MUST see please Anyone who lists "theatre" as a hobby or interest or claims they like "going" to the theatre Cannot legitimately justify this If they miss this show whilst it is on at Drury Lane I cannot express or overstate the historical and artistic important of this show enough It is the equivalent of mandatory training at work And makes all those interval departures and dull shows I have sat through fade into insignificance I hope you have a lovely time! |
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