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Post by showtoones on Jul 8, 2018 0:12:29 GMT
Was Fra Fee in the original cast? I didn’t know he was but ‘‘twas in the photo... |
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Post by talkstageytome on Jul 8, 2018 6:06:00 GMT
No he wasn't
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Post by kiwi on Jul 9, 2018 10:09:52 GMT
Saw this for the second time on Saturday night and had a total blast. Can't wait to see it again when it comes to Edinburgh.
I was surprised at how empty it was though. Considering it was pride thought it would have been a lot busier.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 9, 2018 10:54:00 GMT
Saw this for the second time on Saturday night and had a total blast. Can't wait to see it again when it comes to Edinburgh. I was surprised at how empty it was though. Considering it was pride thought it would have been a lot busier. I think its a bit of a double edged sword, as alot of people just want to go out after the parade for a drinks etc. |
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Post by talkstageytome on Jul 10, 2018 18:07:12 GMT
Saw the new cast last night. The show is just so fun and uplifting, definitely one of my faves on the West End right now. Simon-Anthony Rhoden is just brilliant as Lola and I'm so glad he stayed on, as I loved every second he was on stage. I really enjoyed Oliver Tompsett's voice and he totally nailed Soul of a Man (somehow one of my fave musical theatre songs!). I thought his Charlie was a bit dour though, which first struck me when he went to see Harry (he looked like a bit of a stick in the mud next to Jordan Fox). It was nice to see a new take on the role (out of the other Charlies I'e seen Paul Ayres gave me fish out of water vibes, whilst David Hunter (my fave) was more hapless and the funniest in the role for me) but it took me a while to warm to. Also, I kept noticing an absolutely hilarious ensemble member going all out in the background of every scene. Turns out it was Jonathan Carlton, an understudy Charlie. Has he gone on yet? I presume he joined at the cast change? Anyway a friend of mine wants to see the show so I might see it again on Saturday. What were we saying over on the stage door thread about superfans?  |
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Post by Deleted on Jul 10, 2018 18:16:42 GMT
Saw the new cast last night. The show is just so fun and uplifting, definitely one of my faves on the West End right now. Simon-Anthony Rhoden is just brilliant as Lola and I'm so glad he stayed on, as I loved every second he was on stage. I really enjoyed Oliver Tompsett's voice and he totally nailed Soul of a Man (somehow one of my fave musical theatre songs!). I thought his Charlie was a bit dour though, which first struck me when he went to see Harry (he looked like a bit of a stick in the mud next to Jordan Fox). It was nice to see a new take on the role (out of the other Charlies I'e seen Paul Ayres gave me fish out of water vibes, whilst David Hunter (my fave) was more hapless and the funniest in the role for me) but it took me a while to warm to. Also, I kept noticing an absolutely hilarious ensemble member going all out in the background of every scene. Turns out it was Jonathan Carlton, an understudy Charlie. Has he gone on yet? I presume he joined at the cast change? Anyway a friend of mine wants to see the show so I might see it again on Saturday. What were we saying over on the stage door thread about superfans? Glad you enjoyed the show! Jonathan hasn't gone on yet, though he has gone on for Harry once or twice, and is even on tonight for Harry! I agree David Hunter is probably one of my favourites, but Jordan Fox was pretty remarkable. Save some superfan vibes for when Jordan plays the role for most of August and see him, he is sensational!  |
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Post by talkstageytome on Jul 10, 2018 18:26:42 GMT
Ooh, that sounds like some HYPE 😉 I Jordan Fox's performance at West End Live this year. Will definitely have to try and go when he's on.
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Post by ensembleswings on Jul 10, 2018 19:09:40 GMT
I’ll second that hype. Jordan really is a must see Charlie in my eyes
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Post by talkstageytome on Jul 14, 2018 7:45:57 GMT
And just like that, I'm dayseating Kinky Boots on a day when Jordan Fox has two scheduled performances! 😉 My friend's coming up to visit and I suggested ages ago that we should see KB as she hasn't yet, so it's ended up happening completely accidentally.
(Queue looking fairly healthy, 10 waiting at quarter to nine).
Looking forward to seeing where this new Charlie fits in my 'ranking'.
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Post by talkstageytome on Jul 14, 2018 8:41:21 GMT
Nope, scratch that, it's Jonathan Carlton's debut today. Serendipitous!
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Post by ensembleswings on Jul 14, 2018 9:11:17 GMT
Looks like I’m heading back to the Adelphi tonight! Looking forward to seeing Jonathan’s take on Charlie. I don’t get paid until Friday so looks like I’ll be sitting up in the gods unless I win the lotto but ohh well.
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Post by bodobear on Jul 14, 2018 10:13:28 GMT
I just saw the show on Tuesday with friends and I'm going again next week with another friend, but I'm rellay tempted to go tonight to catch Jonathan as Charlie... Maybe I'm luck and win the TodayTix lottery for a change
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Post by ensembleswings on Jul 14, 2018 16:04:05 GMT
Well I didn’t win the lottery but they did offer me a reduced price stalls seat so I’ve snapped that up. Wasn’t planning on going back to Kinky until Monday but I’m very excited to see Jonathan as Charlie tonight!
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Post by talkstageytome on Jul 14, 2018 17:51:12 GMT
He was excellent - I feel so lucky to have seen his role debut. Will post a better round up later!
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Post by bodobear on Jul 14, 2018 17:57:09 GMT
I actually really won the lottery 😂 really looking forward to the show!
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Post by bodobear on Jul 14, 2018 21:21:14 GMT
He was excellent - I feel so lucky to have seen his role debut. Will post a better round up later! He really was! |
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Post by talkstageytome on Jul 14, 2018 22:03:40 GMT
Such a strong performance, so likeable, and it was such a different dynamic to see a MUCH younger Charlie who looked fresh out of uni (as alluded to in the script). So funny, and a very good actor who made the most of the more emotional moments too. If you see my previous post about last Monday's show, you'll see that I thought he stood out in the ensemble (for the right reasons, e.g. he was always in the moment), and that carried through here too. Nailed all of the big numbers vocally as well. It's a shame he's 2nd understudy as I'd recommend seeing him but finding dates might be tricky.
Aside from that, of course the show was amazing - it always is. Simon-Anthony Rhoden as brilliant as ever. I welled up a tiny bit at the end because it was just so aggressively feel good. A fab afternoon all round. My newbie friend loved it too!
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Post by ensembleswings on Jul 14, 2018 22:34:38 GMT
Such a strong performance, so likeable, and it was such a different dynamic to see a MUCH younger Charlie who looked fresh out of uni (as alluded to in the script). So funny, and a very good actor who made the most of the more emotional moments too. If you see my previous post about last Monday's show, you'll see that I thought he stood out in the ensemble (for the right reasons, e.g. he was always in the moment), and that carried through here too. Nailed all of the big numbers vocally as well. It's a shame he's 2nd understudy as I'd recommend seeing him but finding dates might be tricky. I completely agree with this! Absolutely loved his take, really wishing he wasn’t 2nd cover so I’d have a realistic chance of seeing him again. The most emotional Charlie I’ve seen and that definitely added something to the character I hadn’t truly realised was missing. |
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Post by Phantom of London on Aug 4, 2018 23:18:13 GMT
Won the lottery for this today.
The understudy for Lola was on, who was pretty good for a understudy.
However Oliver Tompsett as Charlie Price and Natalie McQueen as Lauren were both fantastic and the best I have seen in each role.
One of the best musicals of this decade, still bemused how Dominic Cavendish of the Telegraph gave this a miserly 2 Stars, for me this deserves 3 star star more than that and now it is closing in January will ensure it will go out with its head held high.
5 Stars
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Post by Deleted on Aug 8, 2018 17:12:44 GMT
Update on final performance, tickets in the Stalls have now had their prices changed. All seats bar the back four rows are now between £99.50-£150. these encompass seats usually priced on a Saturday night between £65.50-£125.
Most of the Stalls are sold now anyway. Less than 100 seats remain.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 11, 2018 12:16:14 GMT
Was gonna see this today to see Jordan and Natalie, but booked two other shows instead. This turned out to be the right choice for me, both are off!
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Post by cheesy116 on Aug 11, 2018 12:42:39 GMT
Was gonna see this today to see Jordan and Natalie, but booked two other shows instead. This turned out to be the right choice for me, both are off! Have you seen Jon as Charlie yet ? He's the only Charlie since the show opened that I haven't managed to see yet! |
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Post by greeny11 on Aug 11, 2018 13:18:11 GMT
I saw the new cast on Tuesday and was a bit disappointed by Natalie - she sang the songs well, and did the serious bits well, but comedy isn't her thing, it was the first time I haven't laughed once at History of Wrong Guys.
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Post by ellie1981 on Aug 11, 2018 14:08:09 GMT
I saw the new cast on Tuesday and was a bit disappointed by Natalie - she sang the songs well, and did the serious bits well, but comedy isn't her thing, it was the first time I haven't laughed once at History of Wrong Guys. I went last Monday and it was my friend’s first time. She loved her, but had no point of comparison. I thought she was very good, but her comic timing wasn’t quite on point. I wanted to see Jordan Fox again as Charlie but got the dates all wrong. Jordan was on as Harry though and I was impressed by Oliver - better than David Hunter for me. |
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Post by talkstageytome on Aug 11, 2018 16:41:45 GMT
That's so interesting as my list goes...
David Hunter
Jonathan Carlton
Paul Ayres
Oliver Tompsett
Although all were great of course and there's not really much in it. I just thought David Hunter was best for comedy (And his voice really suited all the songs) and Jonathan Carlton was so emotional and real. Deffo need to see Jordan Fox soon too! (When did I become such a fangirl over this show 😂)
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