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Post by zahidf on Jun 11, 2023 17:17:05 GMT
Does any first preview ever start smoothly in the west end or national theatre? It always seems to be cancelled for the first couple.
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Post by zahidf on Jun 11, 2023 15:12:54 GMT
Not sure I would have confidence in Rubasingham considering the situation which lost them a lot of support that she presided over at The Tricycle now Kiln. Hasn't really effected them long term it seems. Kiln seems to sell out more than not, and good shows critically.
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Post by zahidf on Jun 9, 2023 13:57:36 GMT
Standard and Stage gave to 4 stars. Seems like its as good as it was before!
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Post by zahidf on Jun 8, 2023 10:21:02 GMT
Good news: good location and I liked the venue
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Post by zahidf on Jun 8, 2023 8:13:39 GMT
If anyone can let me know London prices please, would be appreciated. Though I imagine I'll be trying for the lottery
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Post by zahidf on Jun 8, 2023 7:55:26 GMT
I had a look this morning, it seems it is not selling very well. Pity, this was one of the best plays I have seen this year. And I could list many overrated, long, boring plays (NT included) that are sold out. The lyric run only sold out the last couple of weeks Hopefully it'll get an audience regardless
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Post by zahidf on Jun 8, 2023 7:54:08 GMT
there will be an exclusive performance for under 30s with tickets at £10 & a limited number of £30 tickets will be available via a weekly lottery
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Post by zahidf on Jun 7, 2023 11:40:10 GMT
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Post by zahidf on Jun 7, 2023 9:37:59 GMT
Hopefully will be smooth next week, ill aim for a show in a couple of weeks
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Post by zahidf on Jun 7, 2023 9:37:21 GMT
Reading the article and between the lines, feels like they wanted someone with a more commerical eye and with someone who can potentially get more west end transfers.' I wouldn't be surprised if he does more musicals
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Post by zahidf on Jun 6, 2023 19:39:15 GMT
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Post by zahidf on Jun 6, 2023 10:20:03 GMT
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Post by zahidf on Jun 6, 2023 7:44:09 GMT
Back at Duke of York's 11 October to 25 November 2023
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Post by zahidf on Jun 3, 2023 16:13:13 GMT
May be other reasons not to be too closely associated to Walliams anyway
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Post by zahidf on Jun 1, 2023 12:14:28 GMT
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Post by zahidf on May 31, 2023 8:01:54 GMT
It’s so disappointing to see so many squeamish reviews for this. People need to grow up and do some research before they go rather than being faux shocked at the subject matter. Most of the needlessly ‘enlightened’ on-line reviewers have clutched their pearls at this in their reviews. It’s 34 years old ffs! I remember someone posted something similar to my sentiment further up but I'll say it again, I don't think a lot of people dislike the show because they're appalled at the content, I think a lot of people don't like it because they just don't think it's a good show. I'm not offended by the subject matter I just think it's weird, unearned and incompletely explored. It's hard for me to imagine in the abstract how people shooting their lovers and having intergenerational relationships and sure why not a bit of child-love as well could be boring, but my god somehow this show does it. It's completely fair to say that the subject matter felt interesting and engaging and an excellent basis for a show if that's your take, but it's disingenuous to suggest that if your negative reaction is partly based on the frankly bizarre plot then you are somehow at fault. There's a strange GBNews-esque idea that seems to float about online about this show that people who rail against the story are part of the woke-brigade and can be dismissed, but if people are like me they're happy to see something provocative and edgy, as long as it's good. And I didn't find this good, sorry. Also a minor take, but I don't read what most shows or films I see are about, I just go. You sometimes like things you didn't think you would, and vice versa. It's still valid to critique them. Good point! i enjoyed the show overall, but the plot is completely ridiculous. I dont see how an audience/reviewer can take it seriously at all
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Post by zahidf on May 25, 2023 23:47:07 GMT
Hmm, 1 Star from 'The Stage' (Sam Marlowe). "Return of Michael Ball can’t redeem this baffling revival of the thin, sugary musical or excuse its offensive sexual politics". I do wonder how much this is going to be reviewed via a display of 'currently appropriate opinions' re. Jenny / Alex storyline, despite the fact that someone under the age of consent can definitely have 'feelings' for someone older, but it's taboo to say so even if neither party acts on them. That said, away from the Jenny storyline, 'She'd Be Far Better Off With You' is probably a red rag to a bull - though personally I like it. Oh I enjoyed the show... But the plot is pretty stupid and the final Jenny/Alex relationship when it's obvious Alex had a lot of sex with her mum is really weird.
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Post by zahidf on May 24, 2023 14:52:34 GMT
I think one show out of 30 is fine...
If something like Prima Facie has one performance marketed just for women, because of the subject matter, would that be seen in the same way?
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Post by zahidf on May 24, 2023 12:33:51 GMT
WHole lot of culture war nonsense from the right wing papers as usual. Seems perfectly reasonable as a concept and as is made clear, no one is excluded.
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Post by zahidf on May 22, 2023 7:57:19 GMT
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Post by zahidf on May 20, 2023 12:34:05 GMT
I've left now. Got one more guest star, Toby Jones, who was very funny as well, though more sad than Scott
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Post by zahidf on May 20, 2023 12:01:35 GMT
Andrew Scott just came on! Was very funny, they were goofing around, having long kisses and giving him a piggyback
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Post by zahidf on May 20, 2023 9:28:24 GMT
I dont know what the point of the priority tickets were if I still have to wait over 45 minutes from the start time to get in. Perhaps advanced tickets are admitted while Wilson is taking a break, and the breaks are occurring later than anticipated. This would make sense, as during these breaks there is a mass exodus of audience members. Since the main queue was waiting, on average 3 hours before being admitted last night, you could take solace that 45 minutes is less than 3 hours. Good luck, and can't wait for your report of what's going on in there now! I'm in now! It's very good, lot of goofy energy. Had a woman which I think surprised Ruth. A lot of entertaining dancing. One guy with a really tense energy who made up a miscarriage Ruth's character had, which she did not want to play along with
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Post by zahidf on May 20, 2023 7:36:55 GMT
I dont know what the point of the priority tickets were if I still have to wait over 45 minutes from the start time to get in.
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Post by zahidf on May 19, 2023 23:00:06 GMT
I've got an 8am ticket. Be interested if anyone will be around then in terms of famous names
I did a 25 hour comedy show at the pleasance one, a Mark Watson thing. So I sympathise with those doing the full 24 hours tonight
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