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Post by Jon on Sept 2, 2016 1:05:13 GMT
I didn't think it was Baz who was reluctant for the stage version to happen so much as the rights holders for the songs. Though, granted, there's no reason why it can't have an entirely new score... Strictly Ballroom had a mix of new songs plus songs from the film so I imagine that'll be the case for Moulin Rouge |
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Post by universetipping on Sept 2, 2016 1:17:45 GMT
I like the sound of this, but am cautious.
Other shows have been unable to secure the rights to songs so I'm afraid this might stumble here too...
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Post by Deleted on Sept 2, 2016 1:34:50 GMT
As someone who has never seen the film, (but soon will thanks to the buy 2 tubes of Pringles and download a mediocre to crap film offer) even I agree it's about bloody time the stage version was made! I had no idea it was a jukebox musical either!
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Post by viserys on Sept 2, 2016 4:39:02 GMT
I wouldn't call it a jukebox musical, more a .... creative re-imagining and mixing of songs into something new and fresh.
As long as a few of the iconic songs (like Come what may!) are in, I wouldn't mind if some others are replaced by others for which the rights are available. I think I'll need to dig out the DVD this weekend for a watch!
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Post by Deleted on Sept 2, 2016 4:46:19 GMT
I want the music, the elephant and the Satine trapeze entrance... give me that and I'm happy!  |
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Post by anthony40 on Sept 2, 2016 5:12:41 GMT
And the elephant love melody
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Post by Deleted on Sept 2, 2016 17:26:04 GMT
The show will be going to Broadway first rather than London
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Post by Deleted on Sept 2, 2016 17:34:00 GMT
Where did you find that out from George?
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Post by Deleted on Sept 2, 2016 18:12:46 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Sept 2, 2016 18:15:24 GMT
Thanks. Just a little bit gutted about that. But not the end of the world I guess.
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Post by anthony40 on Sept 2, 2016 20:14:03 GMT
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Post by bengal73 on Sept 3, 2016 13:55:27 GMT
I want the music, the elephant and the Satine trapeze entrance... give me that and I'm happy! Only if you add absinthe cocktails at the bar to the list of requests |
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Post by anthony40 on Sept 3, 2016 14:29:38 GMT
What about the Green Fairy?
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Post by zak97 on Sept 3, 2016 14:42:53 GMT
It would have been good if it had started here, and ideally great for the current state of the West End if a new hit musical that could then be exported to Broadway, even if it is based on a film. That said, if it is good I think it is inevitable that this will end up in London at some point, the name of the film alone would sell this to even some of the most tentative punters, in my opinion, so it could realistically prop up one of the big theatres successfully. That said, if it is imported from Broadway, the producers will probably want to play it safe, put the full house sign out for social media, and put it in an Adelphi size theatre than risk playing to 'good but not full houses' in one of the 2000+ seat theatres. |
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Sept 3, 2016 15:12:31 GMT
Oh dear, by rights this now belongs in the International section...
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Post by viserys on Sept 3, 2016 16:34:55 GMT
It would have been good if it had started here, and ideally great for the current state of the West End if a new hit musical that could then be exported to Broadway, even if it is based on a film. That said, if it is good I think it is inevitable that this will end up in London at some point, the name of the film alone would sell this to even some of the most tentative punters, in my opinion, so it could realistically prop up one of the big theatres successfully. That said, if it is imported from Broadway, the producers will probably want to play it safe, put the full house sign out for social media, and put it in an Adelphi size theatre than risk playing to 'good but not full houses' in one of the 2000+ seat theatres. If this can't fill a 2000+ theatre, then I don't know what can... |
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Post by zak97 on Sept 3, 2016 21:08:14 GMT
It would have been good if it had started here, and ideally great for the current state of the West End if a new hit musical that could then be exported to Broadway, even if it is based on a film. That said, if it is good I think it is inevitable that this will end up in London at some point, the name of the film alone would sell this to even some of the most tentative punters, in my opinion, so it could realistically prop up one of the big theatres successfully. That said, if it is imported from Broadway, the producers will probably want to play it safe, put the full house sign out for social media, and put it in an Adelphi size theatre than risk playing to 'good but not full houses' in one of the 2000+ seat theatres. If this can't fill a 2000+ theatre, then I don't know what can... I can imagine this could fill 2000+ theatres for 6 months, but after that I would expect a dip, only slightly, but in a big theatre that is probably much more noticed. |
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Post by Deleted on Sept 3, 2016 21:35:45 GMT
I want the music, the elephant and the Satine trapeze entrance... give me that and I'm happy! Only if you add absinthe cocktails at the bar to the list of requests I love absinthe, totally ready for that haha! |
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Post by Raven on Sept 4, 2016 18:15:47 GMT
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Post by viserys on Sept 4, 2016 18:39:33 GMT
I watched the movie again today and I'd say Ben Forster would be way too old. Ewan McGregor was so appealing thanks to his incredibly boyish youthful charme. I can't think of anyone off the top of my head, but considering the show itself will be a huge draw, I'd say give a young talented newcomer a chance at the side of a more experienced leading lady as Satine. I'd assume everyone would be fighting for that part.
If they need some "star names" to boost the cast, the Green Fairy and maybe Zidler may be the best choices for that (although I think Broadbent would be a bit old now for such a physically demanding role every night on stage?)
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Post by Deleted on Sept 4, 2016 18:41:25 GMT
Personally, I'd love Rebecca Trehearn as Satine. The Green fairy is one of those small roles that everyone remembers, a la Grizabella. From memory she doesn't appear very much at all, so they could really get away with a celebrity face if they needed it - Ariana Grande?
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Post by jgblunners on Sept 4, 2016 18:44:41 GMT
Nadim Naaman was tweeting about how it'd be one of his dream roles (I presume he was talking about Christian) - but I think he's around the same age as Ben and I agree, the role probably calls for someone slightly younger, with a naïvety about them.
Surely we could get some fun out of casting ex-Elphabas as 'The Green Fairy' 😛
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Post by Deleted on Sept 4, 2016 18:46:57 GMT
I was thinking of Louise Dearman again for the fairy. She can play that kind of part well, plus she's tiny, too!
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Post by Raven on Sept 4, 2016 18:59:17 GMT
Personally, I'd love to see Rosalie Craig as Satine. Not sure who I'd pick for Christian though.
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Post by johartuk on Sept 4, 2016 19:23:20 GMT
Satine - Sam Barks
Christian - Lee Mead
Lautrec - Jon-Jon Briones
Green Fairy - Pixie Lott
Zidler - Michael Ball
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