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Post by TallPaul on Dec 30, 2023 17:54:00 GMT
I'm convinced there's a BBC committee that meets annually in New Broadcasting House to decide which Agatha Christie is next in line to be murdered (pun intended).
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Post by TallPaul on Dec 27, 2023 16:37:26 GMT
The weather outside was frightful so, with a tub of Roses by my side, I snuggled under the duvet and watched this morning's 10.45 'showing'.
So many happy memories of the 9 times I saw the show at Drury Lane (plus once on the big screen). From the first note, under Jae Alexander's direction, to the last, I was grinning from ear to ear...despite the shortcomings in the story and Tom Lister not being quite nasty enough.
If we never see a production on this scale again, at least it's been captured on film for prosperity.
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Post by TallPaul on Dec 24, 2023 15:02:05 GMT
I’ve got 2 things on my list. First is to go to some different theatres in London. On my list to try and visit next year - Sadler’s Wells Soho Theatre Orange Tree Theatre Secondly, I’ve n5ever been to an opera or a ballet before so I’d like to give them a watch as well. While Sadler's Wells is mostly contemporary dance, BRB are doing Sleeping Beauty there in April so you could tick off Sadler's Wells and ballet in one go! Or there's Northern Ballet's production of Romeo & Juliet a little later in the spring.
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Post by TallPaul on Dec 24, 2023 14:58:33 GMT
I can't believe it's already that time of year again.
Happy Christmas to all of TBs increasingly large number of members, new or old, and best wishes for the new year.
Here's to the Crucible Theatre becoming even more world-famous in 2024!!! 🙂
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Post by TallPaul on Dec 20, 2023 18:50:04 GMT
Really interesting programme on BBC World Service the other day about Ivo van Hove. Well worth spending 27 minutes on. www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct4yg5I had no idea his first name is pronounced the same as the glue!
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Post by TallPaul on Dec 18, 2023 13:24:41 GMT
That's quite a schedule for a 79 year old!
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Post by TallPaul on Dec 16, 2023 16:45:54 GMT
You've got one final post to respond, iamluisfelipe, then you're both going to move on. I hope that's clear.
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Post by TallPaul on Dec 12, 2023 13:52:40 GMT
I wasn't referring to you, BurlyBeaR , obvs. It would be an honour to sit next to you. Unfortunately, I'm still far too young to qualify for a provincial midweek matinee.
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Post by TallPaul on Dec 11, 2023 13:56:56 GMT
Thank you, our david. I do like a banquette!
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Post by TallPaul on Dec 11, 2023 13:47:26 GMT
As I only booked a few days ago, I ended up with one of the £10 banquette seats. So banquettes can now be booked in advance, our david ? The last time I went to REX they could only be booked in person on the day. You may have sold it to me, so it'd better be good. Hope I don't get anything too burly sitting next to me!
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Post by TallPaul on Dec 9, 2023 13:18:21 GMT
Kat Rose-Martin, the playwright, is also a really good actor. She acted Barrie Rutter off the stage in When We Are Married. Ruby Burtle, the maid, is supposed to be from Rotherham and her accent was spot on.
The world-famous Crucible Theatre has this scheme for early career creatives. Kat Rose-Martin was part of the first cohort. Whichever direction she takes, she's one to watch.
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Post by TallPaul on Dec 7, 2023 18:47:42 GMT
I'm sure, if they were TB members, the artistic directors of the Stephen Joseph in Scarborough and the New Victoria in Newcastle (under Lyme) would have something to add. The problem is not with the format, but with inexperienced or unimaginative directors.
In real life, we don't all stand in a straight line having a conversation.
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Post by TallPaul on Dec 7, 2023 13:41:10 GMT
Then its main backer (the cheif exec of an airline loved G&S) Michael Bishop of BMI.
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Post by TallPaul on Dec 6, 2023 19:25:24 GMT
Given second billing to Here You Come Again in Leeds Playhouse new season announcement.
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Post by TallPaul on Dec 6, 2023 19:16:09 GMT
What's The Courtyard theatre like? Rectangular and on three levels. Mostly raked seating, with single rows around the sides. Depending on what rows are sold, the first row, or two, are often below stage level, and have a price to match. Picture credit: Ian Grundy
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Post by TallPaul on Dec 5, 2023 13:52:36 GMT
So that's the sponsored name of what was the Factory? I think we speculated on this somewhere earlier in the thread.
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Post by TallPaul on Dec 4, 2023 12:39:06 GMT
Is there just a lack of interest in performing/the arts within our Asian communities? I'm sure there is an interest, but imagine telling your first generation parents, who have made huge sacrifices to give you a better life, that you want to be an actor, rather than the doctor/lawyer/accountant they had been hoping for.
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Post by TallPaul on Dec 4, 2023 12:07:50 GMT
Classic theatreboard though. Classic TheatreBoard is robust but respectful debate. If anyone feels they, or another member, is being 'come for', they should use the Report Post button in the right corner.
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Post by TallPaul on Dec 3, 2023 14:30:22 GMT
"Hello. Is that Fisherman's Friends: The Musical? It's Strictly Come Dancing here. We've got five minutes to fill on tonight's show. I know it's really short notice, but you couldn't put something together for us, could you?"
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Post by TallPaul on Dec 2, 2023 12:14:27 GMT
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Post by TallPaul on Nov 29, 2023 17:49:14 GMT
With Chrristmas coming, and presents to buy, including for ourselves, I obviously wish I could grant everyone a 50% discount, like in the days of the O2 offer. Best I can do, I'm afraid, is a 10% discount for those of us with some kind of Mastercard. Use code MC10 at checkout. The 'small' print: Offer open until 23.59 on 31 December 2023. £5 minimum and £500 maximum order value per household. www.theatretokens.com/
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Post by TallPaul on Nov 29, 2023 17:29:10 GMT
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Post by TallPaul on Nov 26, 2023 13:48:13 GMT
I've no idea what Layton's footwork was like. Couldn't see it for the flapping of his cullotes.
Lovely to see nice Dan Walker in the audience.
Ellie's almost got it in the bag. With her winnings she can buy her parents some new wallpaper!
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Post by TallPaul on Nov 25, 2023 13:32:05 GMT
Next time anyone wants to know what heather looks like, please ask a northerner. I could have dismissed Brigadoon within seconds.
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Post by TallPaul on Nov 25, 2023 13:14:59 GMT
if anyone does want to know about the current PR ticket process or the economics of YouTube, I could shed a little light on some of that. Yes please. I'd be very interested, as would many others, I'm sure.
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Post by TallPaul on Nov 25, 2023 9:21:26 GMT
I haven't done the math, but with Amanda withdrawing will there be three couples in the final, or just two?
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Post by TallPaul on Nov 22, 2023 17:52:54 GMT
I'll be booking to watch Rapunzel. It's a show where you can definitely let your hair down.
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Post by TallPaul on Nov 16, 2023 13:57:05 GMT
Then please DM claireyfairy1, having first read my colleague's warning.
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Post by TallPaul on Nov 14, 2023 17:35:27 GMT
A Charleston to Love Machine?!?
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Post by TallPaul on Nov 13, 2023 14:00:29 GMT
It's going to be quite the year for Nottingham Playhouse and Adam Penford.
The world premiere of James Graham's The Punch in May, then this new production of Dear Evan Hanson in September.
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