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Post by Someone in a tree on Mar 23, 2016 18:11:05 GMT
A Kenwright production is currently touring Germany and Switzerland... The set was basic, and the band sounded cheap. Initially, I even though it'd be playback. All in all, I'm glad that I went, but it didn't exactly made me want to see JCS again. This production was touring the UK last year. Cheap sums it up, I'm afraid, and you were right to think it might be playback... I was sitting directly in front of the MD/band and saw that no-one lifted a finger during John:1941! Not surprised you don't feel inclined to see it again, but give it another go one day, when a bit more time and money has been invested into it, and you might grow to love it. I've always assumed John: 1941 was pre recorded as the rest of the score is for small rock ensemble and John requires a large string orchestra |
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Post by Steffi on Mar 23, 2016 18:26:50 GMT
I'm contemplating getting a ticket for the JCS tour here in Germany. They're doing a week in Essen which isn't far from my workplace. I saw this production in Leeds last year and thought it was quite good apart from a few strange directing choices. Quite interested to see Chris Jacobsen as Pilate I have to say (he only joined the cast recently). However, the prices are putting me off. No decent cheaper seats and not sure I'm willing to pay 80 Euros for a production I have already seen. It's not selling too well so far so I might just chance it and see if any offers pop up soon - not counting on it though as we hardly ever get proper discounts over here for touring productions.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 23, 2016 18:39:45 GMT
This production was touring the UK last year. Cheap sums it up, I'm afraid, and you were right to think it might be playback... I was sitting directly in front of the MD/band and saw that no-one lifted a finger during John:1941! Not surprised you don't feel inclined to see it again, but give it another go one day, when a bit more time and money has been invested into it, and you might grow to love it. I've always assumed John: 1941 was pre recorded as the rest of the score is for small rock ensemble and John requires a large string orchestra Jesus Christ Superstar was originally written for a rock band and a full orchestra. That's how it should sound- don't listen to ALW telling us otherwise before the Arena Tour. He forgets! The orchestra for the Palace Theatre production even featured an organ! |
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Post by Michael on Mar 23, 2016 19:52:19 GMT
Quite interested to see Chris Jacobsen as Pilate I have to say (he only joined the cast recently). According to the programme, there is no Pilate in the cast. And neither a Peter nor a third Apostle woman. I couldn't even find information about the band in there as I was wondering whether or not there even is one and if so, how big it is. Also, the production shots in the programme (8€...) seemed to be from last year's UK tour. Out of interest: Is it the same Christopher Jacobsen who understudied Alfie Boe in Les Mis and whom I happened to see as Valjean as Mr Boe was off? However, the prices are putting me off. No decent cheaper seats and not sure I'm willing to pay 80 Euros for a production I have already seen. I paid 51€ for my penultimate row outer end Stalls seat. Somewhat distant but not too bad, and the ticket also included a public transport ticket (which'd have been another 12 or so Euro for the return). Only problem was that there was no rake, so a few heads were obstructing my view. It's not selling too well so far so I might just chance it and see if any offers pop up soon - not counting on it though as we hardly ever get proper discounts over here for touring productions. My row was almost empty, but apart from that it looked pretty much sold out. Not bad for a Tuesday Evening show. |
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Post by Michael on Mar 24, 2016 5:21:03 GMT
My row was almost empty, but apart from that it looked pretty much sold out. !!! BO? No, I did shower that morning. Most likely a group not attending (maybe b/c of the terrorist attack in Bruxelles that morning?). But now that you're saying, avoiding any shower a few days before going to the theatre might be an idea for free seats around you. And one doesn't smell their own BO... |
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Post by Stasia on Mar 24, 2016 10:53:36 GMT
How do audio described performances work? Looks like it is supposed to happen on the day I am going and I am not sure what to expect.
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Post by Steffi on Mar 24, 2016 11:17:39 GMT
Quite interested to see Chris Jacobsen as Pilate I have to say (he only joined the cast recently). According to the programme, there is no Pilate in the cast. And neither a Peter nor a third Apostle woman. I couldn't even find information about the band in there as I was wondering whether or not there even is one and if so, how big it is. Also, the production shots in the programme (8€...) seemed to be from last year's UK tour. Out of interest: Is it the same Christopher Jacobsen who understudied Alfie Boe in Les Mis and whom I happened to see as Valjean as Mr Boe was off? Yes, that's the one. I saw him as Valjean too and was impressed. He said he's playing Pilate so I'm taking his word for it. :-) Back stalls at the Coloseum Theatre in Essen are horrendous. Not worth the money (think they are charging around 45€ for back stalls in Essen). They are selling outer end stalls seats for 71€ which is still more than what I paid for a second row centre seat in Leeds. I might just make it an on the day decision. |
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Post by Deleted on Mar 24, 2016 11:17:51 GMT
Usually headsets are given to people who ask for them which provide descriptions of what's going on. Very unobtrusive, unless you're sitting right next to someone who has it turned up super loud.
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Post by Stasia on Mar 24, 2016 12:23:42 GMT
thanks Baemax! I thought it works like that but was not 100% sure
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Post by Steffi on Mar 24, 2016 22:22:51 GMT
It's not selling too well so far so I might just chance it and see if any offers pop up soon - not counting on it though as we hardly ever get proper discounts over here for touring productions. My row was almost empty, but apart from that it looked pretty much sold out. Not bad for a Tuesday Evening show. Result! Easter Special showed up via Eventim. Only valid for at least 2 tickets (the never ending "discrimination" of the single theatregoer) but at 43,50€ for second row stalls it was easy to find someone to come along. :-) |
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Post by Michael on Mar 24, 2016 22:45:43 GMT
My row was almost empty, but apart from that it looked pretty much sold out. Not bad for a Tuesday Evening show. Result! Easter Special showed up via Eventim. Only valid for at least 2 tickets (the never ending "discrimination" of the single theatregoer) but at 43,50€ for second row stalls it was easy to find someone to come along. :-) Lucky you. Enjoy and do report back please. |
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Post by Steffi on Apr 7, 2016 12:17:19 GMT
So, I saw the tour last night and had a good evening. I'd already seen the production in Leeds last year so knew what to expect. Glenn Carter isn't a bad Jesus even though he simply looks to old to play a man in his 30s. I'm not a fan of Tim Oxbrow's voice (its tone just isn't for me) but generally he was fine as Judas.
Biggest highlights of the show were Alistair Lee's Annas and Chris Jacobsen's Pilate. Chris especially stole the show for me both with his voice and his acting choices.
I still think this production overdoes the crucifixion scene - it goes on forever! Not a fan of the resurrection at the end either. But generally I enjoyed seeing the show again. And I just love the score.
Really looking forward to the Open Air production now.
On a side note: The German "narrative" on screens throughout the show was beyond awful. If I had to depend on that to understand the show I'd have been lost.
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Post by sue777 on Apr 14, 2016 21:51:27 GMT
Can anyone tell me what happened to Christopher Jacobsen's hand?
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Post by sue777 on Apr 15, 2016 15:35:57 GMT
He looked like some parts of his body were paralysed. Hoped someone would say that's just temporary or so...
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Post by nims on Apr 22, 2016 12:31:58 GMT
I'm contemplating getting a ticket for the JCS tour here in Germany. They're doing a week in Essen which isn't far from my workplace. I saw this production in Leeds last year and thought it was quite good apart from a few strange directing choices. Quite interested to see Chris Jacobsen as Pilate I have to say (he only joined the cast recently). However, the prices are putting me off. No decent cheaper seats and not sure I'm willing to pay 80 Euros for a production I have already seen. It's not selling too well so far so I might just chance it and see if any offers pop up soon - not counting on it though as we hardly ever get proper discounts over here for touring productions. |
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Post by nims on Apr 22, 2016 12:33:47 GMT
I'm contemplating getting a ticket for the JCS tour here in Germany. They're doing a week in Essen which isn't far from my workplace. I saw this production in Leeds last year and thought it was quite good apart from a few strange directing choices. Quite interested to see Chris Jacobsen as Pilate I have to say (he only joined the cast recently). However, the prices are putting me off. No decent cheaper seats and not sure I'm willing to pay 80 Euros for a production I have already seen. It's not selling too well so far so I might just chance it and see if any offers pop up soon - not counting on it though as we hardly ever get proper discounts over here for touring productions. I saw it in Essen and the theatre was at least 90% full - got a standing ovation at the end |
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Post by nims on Apr 22, 2016 12:36:39 GMT
So, I saw the tour last night and had a good evening. I'd already seen the production in Leeds last year so knew what to expect. Glenn Carter isn't a bad Jesus even though he simply looks to old to play a man in his 30s. I'm not a fan of Tim Oxbrow's voice (its tone just isn't for me) but generally he was fine as Judas. Biggest highlights of the show were Alistair Lee's Annas and Chris Jacobsen's Pilate. Chris especially stole the show for me both with his voice and his acting choices. I still think this production overdoes the crucifixion scene - it goes on forever! Not a fan of the resurrection at the end either. But generally I enjoyed seeing the show again. And I just love the score. Really looking forward to the Open Air production now. On a side note: The German "narrative" on screens throughout the show was beyond awful. If I had to depend on that to understand the show I'd have been lost. |
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Post by nims on Apr 22, 2016 12:42:53 GMT
I wasn't a fan of Judas either. - his voice has a kind of " I am a villain" tone but I did like Jesus and felt the raw emotion of what dying by crucifixion might be like - and it only last three to four minutes.
As a practising Christian I have to say I did like the resurrection at the end
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Post by Steffi on Apr 22, 2016 17:30:00 GMT
I'm contemplating getting a ticket for the JCS tour here in Germany. They're doing a week in Essen which isn't far from my workplace. I saw this production in Leeds last year and thought it was quite good apart from a few strange directing choices. Quite interested to see Chris Jacobsen as Pilate I have to say (he only joined the cast recently). However, the prices are putting me off. No decent cheaper seats and not sure I'm willing to pay 80 Euros for a production I have already seen. It's not selling too well so far so I might just chance it and see if any offers pop up soon - not counting on it though as we hardly ever get proper discounts over here for touring productions. I saw it in Essen and the theatre was at least 90% full - got a standing ovation at the end I saw it in Essen on the Wednesday and the stalls were about 70% full with the dress circle closed. Glad it was better sold on other days. Got half price tickets in second row through an offer which was perfect. :-) |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 22, 2016 18:08:24 GMT
Back to the Regents Park production, has anyone heard more cast news?
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Post by Deleted on May 16, 2016 19:21:23 GMT
Thanks for the heads-up. No bar code here, so desperate was I to see Caiaphas again! Should I contact them before I go or do they sort me out on the night after I've queued with my printed "tickets"?
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Post by Peach on May 17, 2016 21:12:02 GMT
Or go to one of the box office staff who will also exchange your tickets!
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Post by Steffi on Jun 6, 2016 11:32:41 GMT
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Post by d'James on Jun 6, 2016 11:36:10 GMT
Oh good. I've only seen Tyrone Huntley in one thing. Will look forward to see him in this.
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Post by couldileaveyou on Jun 6, 2016 11:40:12 GMT
David Thaxton is really having a sad career
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