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Post by anthony40 on Apr 16, 2024 14:59:25 GMT
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Post by anthony40 on Apr 15, 2024 17:33:03 GMT
There's a story on this tonight on BBC London news
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Post by anthony40 on Apr 13, 2024 18:48:50 GMT
I have a lot of admiration for Peter Dinklage as an actor. I really do.
However I do find it interesting that Doctor Dillamond is a CGI'd character.
I wonder if, despite being CGI and a goat, as to whether you may still be able to 'see' Dinklage's features, like in Disney films where the actors features can be seen in the character.
The reason that I find it interesting is because (possibly I've gotten my wires crossed here) but I seem to recall John Chu stating that there's be no CGI, thus the hand planting of all of those tulips.
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Post by anthony40 on Apr 13, 2024 17:52:15 GMT
The cast finished skate school on Friday and are starting to rehearse the show next week. 2 months to go…! I'm assuming that as part of this training they're also shown the best and safest body position to take (if possible) when taking a fall to reduce serious cast injuries.
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Post by anthony40 on Apr 13, 2024 17:46:00 GMT
On reflection, I don't think this show's for me.
Somebody gave me a copy of the Broadway cast recording and I don't like it.
I also saw it at The Other Palace and I didn't enjoy it either.
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Post by anthony40 on Apr 12, 2024 8:35:09 GMT
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Post by anthony40 on Apr 11, 2024 14:47:48 GMT
I watched a interview last night on the BBC i-Player last night where Benny & Bjorn from ABBA were interviewed and this exact topic was brought up in a question to them.
Whilst they both acknowledged that it was happening and inevitable, as Benny correctly stated, who would be credited with actually writing the song?
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Post by anthony40 on Apr 11, 2024 14:31:30 GMT
Would anyone else be interested in seeing Charlie Stemp in NOT another old-timey musical? He's a sensational triple threat no doubt, but I'd love to see how he would get on in something more contemporary. I would indeed! He was, of course, incredible in Crazy For You. And, I'm sure he'll smash this role too. But, it would be nice to see how he fares in the more contemporary scores. Something like Jamie in The Last 5 Years.
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Post by anthony40 on Apr 11, 2024 14:07:40 GMT
How exciting! There was a massive- about the size of a wall- image for the show in The Princess Theatre when I turned up to purchase my tickets for Groundhog Day at the Box Office.
Listen to the accent! I sound nothing like that.
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Post by anthony40 on Apr 11, 2024 11:11:44 GMT
I think Johannes is a great casting choice for this.
My only 'concern' (and I'm using that work very loosely) is that, unless they've changed the show significantly, is lack of dance for Lola's character. In the opening number we get to see Lola strutting, more than dancing. Her back up do more dancing that she does!
But maybe that's the point? Johannes has established that he can dance and he doesn't have to prove anything but may he now wants to show off his other acting and singing skills?
That's a great poster design BTW!
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Post by anthony40 on Apr 10, 2024 14:57:30 GMT
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Racism
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Post by anthony40 on Apr 9, 2024 13:55:34 GMT
I'm an optimist so I see the last gasp of this. The next generation (with a small minority of exceptions) wont care about colour/gender/sexual orientation. But, as I say, I'm an optimist. You know Nick I too am an optimist and I have read (or heard) a similar statement somewhere.
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Post by anthony40 on Apr 8, 2024 17:26:45 GMT
Do we know exactly where in Germany? I have friends just outside of Cologne.
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Post by anthony40 on Apr 8, 2024 7:56:41 GMT
I have three very close friends in Sydney and based upon the strength of my recommendation of the score and from previous productions, one has already booked.
I am working on another friend to take my mother.
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Post by anthony40 on Apr 7, 2024 16:02:29 GMT
As referenced above, I am from Sydney, Australia.
The reason that I mention this because, not sure if you're aware or not- but the three Star Wars prequels were filmed there.
My Uncle is a sound recordist for movies and was doing the sound for all three films. Google him; Paul "Salty" Brincat.
Up till this point I had never requested to go on (any) set, and I never have since- but this was Star Wars! I wouldn't even call myself a fan. Not really. But, again, this was Star Wars!
Imagine a set with two circles- an inner and an outer. All the action was taking place in the inner circle and I was standing on the fringes of the outer circle, trying to be inconspicuous and out of the way.
George Lucas was to my left, a mere few feet away watching Natalie Portman finishing a scene.
Suddenly this man came up to from (seemingly nowhere) and said 'Good morning'. 'Good morning' I said back.
The guy again said 'Good morning' and again I said 'Good morning', thinking 'what's this guy's problem?' Then I realised that guy was a bearded Ewan MacGregor and the location where I was standing was directly in front of his portable changing wardrobe!
I mean I had to physically move aside in order for him to get in!
When he came out dressed in costume, he gave me a nod of acknowledgement and I tried to become even more inconspicuous and offered to help my uncle tying up cables and help him moving equipment from one studio to another.
Before the day was over I'd also seen Christopher Lee and had a great lunch of fish and chips.
BTW I didn't speak to either Natalie Portman or Christopher Lee; I just saw them.
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Post by anthony40 on Apr 6, 2024 16:54:39 GMT
I always find it best to turn up with a plan.
If you're after specific memorabilia, then hit that stall first, then go back and browse.
If you're after posters, I would also recommend that you turn with with a cardboard postal tube.
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Post by anthony40 on Apr 4, 2024 19:53:18 GMT
Opening tonight (I believe). If anyone goes, could I trouble you to observe what they have and report back on merchandise, if any? T shirts 26£ Tote bag 15£ Magnet 6£ Letting £6 Poster £4 Thank you bigredapple!
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Post by anthony40 on Apr 4, 2024 15:00:56 GMT
Opening tonight (I believe).
If anyone goes, could I trouble you to observe what they have and report back on merchandise, if any?
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Post by anthony40 on Apr 4, 2024 14:32:06 GMT
This was a very tight and slick production!
Vocally excellent. I don't quite know how Andy Karl keeps up his stamina.
Have seen the show tree times now (the original and return of the Old Vic productions and now the Melbourne production, the revolve is not missed and the shown is not any weaker without it.
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Post by anthony40 on Apr 3, 2024 20:02:53 GMT
In May last year Nell Campbell (aka Little Nell- Columbia from The Rocky Horror Picture Show) did a talk at the Trafalgar Studios on a Monday evening- a night when Jersey Boys wasn't playing.
At intermission I noticed that a few rows in front of me, sitting on the aisle was Tracey Ullman- I LOVE Tracey Ullman!
So I approached her and went all fan boy on her, professed my undying love for her
Me " I love you! You don't know me, but I love you!"
"Honestly, I'm not a nutter! Although right now I appreciate that I may actually sound like one but I'm not! Honest! I love you!"
Then I regaled her how I used to watch her TV series Tracey Takes On on late night tele in Australia.
Then she agree to take a photograph with me; damn, my eyes were closed!
Between Little Nell and Tracey Ullman, I was one of my best theatrical stagey nights of 2023!
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Post by anthony40 on Apr 3, 2024 12:52:01 GMT
Looks like somethings happening with this.
I just saw something on Twitter (X). Not too sure what it was, or if it was simply promoting the filmed version.
I guess time will tell.
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Post by anthony40 on Apr 3, 2024 9:10:18 GMT
No disrespect to either of this performers and supporting cast but just what the West End needs right now- another concert!
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Post by anthony40 on Apr 3, 2024 7:44:35 GMT
Why tf give album access to Broadway audiences ahead of those of us who invested heavily in the London version? Also the marketing approach on Broadway may be very different from the West End. (I didn't see this production) but have been reliably informed that it was weeks into its run before any souvenir brochures or programmes were available to purchase. To be honest, the recordings should have been available to purchase at the theatre during the run. Releasing them after the show has ended is too late- the horse has bolted, so to speak. So from a marketing perspective they'll rectify what we go wrong here.
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Post by anthony40 on Mar 31, 2024 20:19:18 GMT
My celebrity encounter was with Elaine Paige.
I have no secret on this Board that I am from Australia; I am from Sydney, Australia.
For any performer, it's a great honour to perform at the Sydney Opera House. Bernadette Peters (who I also saw at that venue) claims it was a highlight of her career!
(At the time) about 1986 Tim Rice toured the album Chess. It was called Tim Rice and Friends and stared Elaine Paige and Tommy Korberg.
I would have been 16 and was with a school friend. At this time One Night in Bangkok and I Know Him So Well ha been hits on the radio.
From memory, Tommy Koberg (obviously) sang Anthem, Elaine Paige sang Nobody's Side. Together they also sung Mountain Duet and (unbelievably, in hindsight) Tim Rice sung One Night in Bangkok.
I also have a vivid memory of Tim Rice saying "you think I would have flown her all this way with getting her to sing it" - and Elaine Paige sang Memory, from Cats.
He also made a joke about he fact that he wished that he's written the lyrics to that song!
Flash forward many years, I am now happily living in London and Elaine Paige is starring in The Drowsy Chaperone.
As part of an organised event I meet her at an after show even and mentioned to her that I saw her in Sydney, Australia when she was touring Chess and Elaine Paige turned to me and said "I never toured Australia with Chess!"
#awkward! How do I respond to that? Call her a liar?
I was not starstruck! I was dumbfounded!
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Post by anthony40 on Mar 31, 2024 17:49:21 GMT
Anyone had any?
I mean they're human too and make mistakes, as we all do.
I guess what I'm asking is you've ever been in a situation where you accidently said, or done something in front of a celebrity; or they, in front of you?
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Post by anthony40 on Mar 31, 2024 17:41:41 GMT
Seems it be held on Saturday 18th May 2024.
Organised by theatrical charity Acting for Others, the West End Flea Market 2024 will take place on Saturday 18 May from 10am to 2pm at the Actors’ Church – St Paul’s Church and Churchyard, Covent Garden.
Last year proved a big success for the charity, raising more than £70,000 for the event, which is now in its fourth year.
150 early bird tickets to get entry to both the Flea and a prize draw are going to be available for £15.
At the Flea, West End shows set up stalls offering theatrical memorabilia, signed items, and the chance for selfies and autographs.
Also back for this year will be the autograph marquee inside the church, which costs £10 to enter and includes a free West End Flea Market 2024 poster!
Last year’s West End Flea Market saw Best Dressed Stall judges include Michael Ball, Christopher Biggins and Arlene Phillips. Shows attending or donating included Back to the Future, Disney on Stage, the Menier Chocolate Factory, Hamilton, Jersey Boys, Les Misérables, Mamma Mia!, Moulin Rouge The Musical, The Phantom of The Opera, The Rocky Horror Show, SIX the Musical, The Book of Mormon, The Mousetrap, and The Play That Goes Wrong.
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Post by anthony40 on Mar 30, 2024 16:38:50 GMT
I walked past the theatre last night.
It was very busy with ticket holders approaching the theatre from queues in either direction.
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Post by anthony40 on Mar 30, 2024 16:23:19 GMT
I have been home in Australia for the past six weeks, returning about two weeks ago.
Last night was the first Musical Theatre Quiz since I've returned. It was Disney themed.
It was maximum capacity with 18 teams in total.
We came 4th! Not bad I think.
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Post by anthony40 on Mar 28, 2024 13:24:15 GMT
I have the cast recording and have seen two amateur productions of this show so and vert familiar with this piece.
I would like to see a professional production, one day.
Apart from the central gay love story, this show also touches on other themes such as honestly, body dysmorphia, self harm, pregnancy, drug abuse, relationships- with parents and others- to name just a few.
The difficulty I guess when cast is getting actors who look young enough to pass of a high school students.
This should be the show that all the teens are going to!
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Post by anthony40 on Mar 27, 2024 15:21:48 GMT
Slightly off topic, but sticking with the Chitty Chitty Bang Bang theme (please correct me if I'm wrong) it is my understanding that there were several cars used in the film and as they're all vintage now, they have recreated a replica for the stage that can easily be transported from venue to venue and for advertising/media purposes to promote the show.
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