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Post by Deleted on Aug 21, 2016 14:34:39 GMT
Ah this will be an amazing opportunity for him!!
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Post by HereForTheatre on Aug 21, 2016 14:35:04 GMT
I wonder if Matt is a bit peeved not to be going over there too? Unless he does next year.
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Post by zak97 on Aug 21, 2016 14:49:41 GMT
I wonder if Matt is a bit peeved not to be going over there too? Unless he does next year. The show plays to an average 60 (something) % per week, I believe, and would the show sell well enough with two British names in it? I don't know if it would, especially as they have been trying names on Broadway for Kinky Boots more recently. I'm not an expert on equity, but could there have been an issue with having both leads on Broadway played by British actors. Although, it is equally possibly that Matt was given the chance to go but decided to stay in London. |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 21, 2016 15:12:37 GMT
I don't know if Kinky Boots on Broadway will last out through Summer next year so I don't think Matt is too worried. At the minute, Kinky Boots is more successful here it seems than over there in terms of ticket sales, so he is better to stay here for the time being.
If it does close next year, four years is a hugely successful run on Broadway!
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Post by Deleted on Aug 21, 2016 15:55:56 GMT
I wonder if Matt is a bit peeved not to be going over there too? Unless he does next year. The show plays to an average 60 (something) % per week, I believe, and would the show sell well enough with two British names in it? I don't know if it would, especially as they have been trying names on Broadway for Kinky Boots more recently. I'm not an expert on equity, but could there have been an issue with having both leads on Broadway played by British actors. Although, it is equally possibly that Matt was given the chance to go but decided to stay in London. Is it only playing to 60%?! I thought it was doing better than that? Yeah I think Matt Henry might of chosen to stay on during London? Maybe because of his debut single or he just prefers London? I dont know? I don't think it has anything to do with equity though as Miss Saigon had two (and then 3) Americans as its lead (Eva, Jon Jon and Chris) |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 21, 2016 16:28:16 GMT
The show plays to an average 60 (something) % per week, I believe, and would the show sell well enough with two British names in it? I don't know if it would, especially as they have been trying names on Broadway for Kinky Boots more recently. I'm not an expert on equity, but could there have been an issue with having both leads on Broadway played by British actors. Although, it is equally possibly that Matt was given the chance to go but decided to stay in London. Is it only playing to 60%?! I thought it was doing better than that? Yeah I think Matt Henry might of chosen to stay on during London? Maybe because of his debut single or he just prefers London? I dont know? I don't think it has anything to do with equity though as Miss Saigon had two (and then 3) Americans as its lead (Eva, Jon Jon and Chris) He was referring to the Broadway Production, which has indeed been playing to a 60% audience weekly. But it is not a surprise as it is entering its fourth year now on Broadway. At the minute, the London Production is doing well with the Summer bump etc, and its recent award success. I would see the London Production, if it continues doing how it is doing, lasting into late 2017/early 2018. Whilst the Broadway Production, the rate it is going at the moment, won't see out 2017 by any stretch. If I had to predict it, a Spring 2017 end.
Also not forgetting, Matt actually auditioned to replace Billy Porter on Broadway before he left, and the producers remembered him from that audition and brought him on board for the West End. So he may of not wanted to go to the Broadway production anyway because he was rejected previously but also because he won the Olivier, is popular for the role etc here.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 21, 2016 16:28:20 GMT
The show plays to an average 60 (something) % per week, I believe, and would the show sell well enough with two British names in it? I don't know if it would, especially as they have been trying names on Broadway for Kinky Boots more recently. I'm not an expert on equity, but could there have been an issue with having both leads on Broadway played by British actors. Although, it is equally possibly that Matt was given the chance to go but decided to stay in London. Is it only playing to 60%?! I thought it was doing better than that? Yeah I think Matt Henry might of chosen to stay on during London? Maybe because of his debut single or he just prefers London? I dont know? I don't think it has anything to do with equity though as Miss Saigon had two (and then 3) Americans as its lead (Eva, Jon Jon and Chris) Unfortunately so. KB on Broadway has been plodding along at these kind of figures for some time now, however it has been running for a good few years already. |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 21, 2016 16:28:52 GMT
Is it only playing to 60%?! I thought it was doing better than that? Yeah I think Matt Henry might of chosen to stay on during London? Maybe because of his debut single or he just prefers London? I dont know? I don't think it has anything to do with equity though as Miss Saigon had two (and then 3) Americans as its lead (Eva, Jon Jon and Chris) He was referring to the Broadway Production, which has indeed been playing to a 60% audience weekly. But it is not a surprise as it is entering its fourth year now on Broadway. At the minute, the London Production is doing well with the Summer bump etc, and its recent award success. I would see the London Production, if it continues doing how it is doing, lasting into late 2017/early 2018. Whilst the Broadway Production, the rate it is going at the moment, won't see out 2017 by any stretch. If I had to predict it, a Spring 2017 end.
Also not forgetting, Matt actually auditioned to replace Billy Porter on Broadway before he left, and the producers remembered him from that audition and brought him on board for the West End. So he may of not wanted to go to the Broadway production anyway because he was rejected previously but also because he won the Olivier, is popular for the role etc here.
Ooh Snap! |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 21, 2016 16:31:27 GMT
Ahh okay thanks guys - I thought he was referring to the Uk show. I hope that continues in a 3rd year.
If the Broadway show is only doing 60% capacity then I can see why they brought that YouTuber on board to try and get audiences in - it'd be like a show here bringing in someone like that Zoella (?) into a show!! 4 years is really good for a new musical though! I hope the WE version stays here for that long too!
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Post by Deleted on Aug 21, 2016 16:38:32 GMT
I too hope that the show sticks around for a long time, as it truly is a great piece of entertainment in my opinion. It will be a shame to see it close on Broadway but it has had a phenomenal run!
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Post by Jon on Aug 21, 2016 16:47:41 GMT
I too hope that the show sticks around for a long time, as it truly is a great piece of entertainment in my opinion. It will be a shame to see it close on Broadway but it has had a phenomenal run! 3-4 years is a great run, not everything can be a Wicked or a Lion King. |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 21, 2016 19:31:05 GMT
I too hope that the show sticks around for a long time, as it truly is a great piece of entertainment in my opinion. It will be a shame to see it close on Broadway but it has had a phenomenal run! 3-4 years is a great run, not everything can be a Wicked or a Lion King. Yeah I agree that's a great run for a new musical! It's probably recouped and made a profit not to mention runs around the world so it's a good run |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 23, 2016 21:02:30 GMT
It was on the 21st but still, congratulations to Kinky Boots on a year since its first preview at the Adelphi! What a great run it has had thus far, and hopefully it can continue through 2017 and hopefully beyond!  |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 23, 2016 21:33:06 GMT
How is this doing in London anyway? Is it doing well?
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Post by Deleted on Aug 23, 2016 21:36:23 GMT
How is this doing in London anyway? Is it doing well? It is doing good with the Summer business, and it does well during the week as far as I am aware on regular shows, especially weekends. There is no way to really know unless you have an insight into the box office. I imagine it will make it to the two year mark and then hopefully further from there. |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 23, 2016 21:43:24 GMT
How is this doing in London anyway? Is it doing well? It is doing good with the Summer business, and it does well during the week as far as I am aware on regular shows, especially weekends. There is no way to really know unless you have an insight into the box office. I imagine it will make it to the two year mark and then hopefully further from there. Ah that's goof then! Yeah I hope it makes the two year mark too! General question about dayseating: Do they do seats that haven't sold (best available) for £25 too if they've run out of day seats? Or are they face value still? To be honest it Might be better to sit further back, is it too near at the front? Aiming to get there around 9:30 for a midweek matinee - is that okay? When I walked past the theatre everyday last week, it didn't look tooo busy - around 10? |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 23, 2016 21:51:50 GMT
It is doing good with the Summer business, and it does well during the week as far as I am aware on regular shows, especially weekends. There is no way to really know unless you have an insight into the box office. I imagine it will make it to the two year mark and then hopefully further from there. Ah that's goof then! Yeah I hope it makes the two year mark too! General question about dayseating: Do they do seats that haven't sold (best available) for £25 too if they've run out of day seats? Or are they face value still? To be honest it Might be better to sit further back, is it too near at the front? Aiming to get there around 9:30 for a midweek matinee - is that okay? When I walked past the theatre everyday last week, it didn't look tooo busy - around 10? Everytime I have seen it (4 times) I have dayseated. Dayseats generally are sold for just the front row unless you are in the line around the time of box office opening, in which case they generally will give you Best Available. This may also be single seat so you may not be able to sit with your friend. The front is amazing value for money, you don't see a lot of feet but it is not a massive issue, and the show is amazing from that view.
Be weary you may just be lucky this week, as all times I have been there are at least 30 people in the line, and with the Summer it could be hit or miss. From what I have heard, this has been a popular dayseat line, especially with the repeat theatre-goers. The cast change had people lining up the night before! 9:30 may be pushing it, I would aim for around 8ish if I were you. I have heard on a normal show day as early as 4am so just enter with caution. Generally you should be fine, but if it is too busy when you get there, glance at Funny Girl or Dreamgirls dependant on when you go to dayseat! If it is busy at the Adelphi, it may be quiet at the Savoy, you never know!
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Post by Deleted on Aug 24, 2016 8:36:14 GMT
Ah that's goof then! Yeah I hope it makes the two year mark too! General question about dayseating: Do they do seats that haven't sold (best available) for £25 too if they've run out of day seats? Or are they face value still? To be honest it Might be better to sit further back, is it too near at the front? Aiming to get there around 9:30 for a midweek matinee - is that okay? When I walked past the theatre everyday last week, it didn't look tooo busy - around 10? Everytime I have seen it (4 times) I have dayseated. Dayseats generally are sold for just the front row unless you are in the line around the time of box office opening, in which case they generally will give you Best Available. This may also be single seat so you may not be able to sit with your friend. The front is amazing value for money, you don't see a lot of feet but it is not a massive issue, and the show is amazing from that view.
Be weary you may just be lucky this week, as all times I have been there are at least 30 people in the line, and with the Summer it could be hit or miss. From what I have heard, this has been a popular dayseat line, especially with the repeat theatre-goers. The cast change had people lining up the night before! 9:30 may be pushing it, I would aim for around 8ish if I were you. I have heard on a normal show day as early as 4am so just enter with caution. Generally you should be fine, but if it is too busy when you get there, glance at Funny Girl or Dreamgirls dependant on when you go to dayseat! If it is busy at the Adelphi, it may be quiet at the Savoy, you never know!
Thank you very much for your help!! Im not going until later in during the year when it isn't school holidays, so I was hoping that would help. Was also looking at the lottery but then when do you find out if you've won or not? Don't want to try that then not win and miss out on day seats or vice-versa! If the front row is a good view, then hopefully that should be alright. I've never dayseated before so I'm not entirely sure what to do!! |
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Post by Mark on Aug 24, 2016 8:50:30 GMT
I got offered a lottery loser ticket through todaytix - was an unsold premium seat for £28 so very happy.
A comment further up about the show being choreographed to within an inch of its life - I completely agree. There is no room for the actors to play with the show and everything is over choreographed.
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Post by littleflyer on Aug 24, 2016 9:21:42 GMT
I am a repeat offender with this show and would totally disagree with what Daniel has said, the dayseating queue is quite unpredictable, during the week I would say 8-8:30 is a completely reasonable time to get there, people rarely queue from 4am. They do however get to Funny girl at that time, so if you turned up at 9:30 and Kinky was busy, going across to the Savoy probably wouldn't be your best move.
After the front row has gone (11 seats) they will offer best available, probably sides/rear of the stalls and sides of the dress.
Dayseats are also only £20 now.
Also the comment about the show being choreographed to an inch of its life and not allowing the actors to play with their parts couldn't be further from the truth, as if seen the show many times I have seen the different ways the cast play with their parts and especially how the original cast put their own stamps on the parts over the year. However they are extremely professional so it maybe hard for people who are seeing the show for the first time to notice.
Lotto is announce at 10:30 for matinees and 3:30 for evenings. If you get check back soon at those times then you may hear an hour later, if still check back soon then you will either get a 'better luck next time' email 2 hours before the show or a call to offer you tickets. The loser ticket offer is extremely good value for money. It is normally offered Mon-Thurs depending on how the show is selling
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Post by kirstylovesmusicals on Aug 24, 2016 10:59:17 GMT
I've won a front row seat on the lottery! 2nd time playing it and so pleased to be on the front row! Never been tempted to see Kinky Boots before but can't wait to give it a go today
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Post by Mark on Aug 24, 2016 12:38:10 GMT
I am a repeat offender with this show and would totally disagree with what Daniel has said, the dayseating queue is quite unpredictable, during the week I would say 8-8:30 is a completely reasonable time to get there, people rarely queue from 4am. They do however get to Funny girl at that time, so if you turned up at 9:30 and Kinky was busy, going across to the Savoy probably wouldn't be your best move. After the front row has gone (11 seats) they will offer best available, probably sides/rear of the stalls and sides of the dress. Dayseats are also only £20 now. Also the comment about the show being choreographed to an inch of its life and not allowing the actors to play with their parts couldn't be further from the truth, as if seen the show many times I have seen the different ways the cast play with their parts and especially how the original cast put their own stamps on the parts over the year. However they are extremely professional so it maybe hard for people who are seeing the show for the first time to notice. Lotto is announce at 10:30 for matinees and 3:30 for evenings. If you get check back soon at those times then you may hear an hour later, if still check back soon then you will either get a 'better luck next time' email 2 hours before the show or a call to offer you tickets. The loser ticket offer is extremely good value for money. It is normally offered Mon-Thurs depending on how the show is selling Unfortunately little flyer the fact that two of us have noticed this (I've personally seen the show 4 times) means there is probably some truth to it. I'm not saying it detracts from the enjoyment - but every gesture seems to have remained with the new cast. |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 24, 2016 13:16:28 GMT
I am only talking from my experienced dayseating and what I have heard. As with alot of things, take with a pinch of salt. Trust mw, don't take it as bible, most shoes are unpredictable.
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Post by littleflyer on Aug 24, 2016 14:27:25 GMT
Unfortunately little flyer the fact that two of us have noticed this (I've personally seen the show 4 times) means there is probably some truth to it. I'm not saying it detracts from the enjoyment - but every gesture seems to have remained with the new cast. From someone who has seen the show 10 times more than you (plus some) I've seen all of the swings on in various different roles and they all put there own stamp on, there are of course parts of the choreography that can't be changed cos they are the way Jerry wants them, but if we take for example History Of Wrong Guys, Amy played it one way, Sophie made changes and Elena now plays it different to both of them. |
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Post by tommygnosis on Aug 24, 2016 14:39:46 GMT
I am another repeat offender at KB and having seen the show over 70 times in London alone (have also seen it on Broadway) I have to disagree with the show being choreographed within an inch of its life. I have seen multiple people play every role and everyone puts their own stamp on each role. Yes there is set choreography - as there is with every show - but there are moments where the performers can bring something different to the roles. A perfect example would be during "In This Corner" where the line "he don't know who he is messing with" is said totally differently by every one who has played it (and I have seen 5 or 6 performers take on that Angel track).
On the day queues yes there can be days where the queue starts early but on most week days people can get there at 9 to 9.30 and still get a front row day seat - although any seat they are offering after that are definitely worth the £20
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