THE VISIT to offer $19.75 seats through June 7th
THE VISIT to offer $19.75 seats through June 7th
#1THE VISIT to offer $19.75 seats through June 7th
Posted: 5/20/15 at 10:09pm
Announced at tonight's exciting talkback with John Kander and Lin Manuel Miranda was that the show will offer the entire balcony and rear mezz for $19.75 through the Tonys. The show is struggling so it makes sense to create some incentive for those seats that aren't selling.
talkback was wonderful. Kander and Miranda have been close friends for several years. There was also special appearances by Chita and John Doyle.
Also, Tom Nelis is still on for Roger Rees and did a fine job.
Mr Roxy
Broadway Legend Joined: 5/17/03
#2THE VISIT to offer $19.75 seats through June 7th
Posted: 5/20/15 at 10:15pm
This show is struggling more than the NY Mets offense now .
It is a shame that this quality show is struggling why some other dreck keeps on marching on. Hopefully, Chita wins the Tony as a consolation prize but regretfully the show is on life support and will not last much longer. Thought the Tony nods would help but they are not doing a thing .
Saw AAIP which I thought was good but overrated and honestly enjoyed The Visit more.
Poster Emeritus
Updated On: 5/20/15 at 10:15 PM
#2THE VISIT to offer $19.75 seats through June 7th
Posted: 5/20/15 at 10:24pm
I'm surprised they didn't offer a discount like this for the first several previews. That really helped fill the houses of Hand to God, Something Rotten, and It Shoulda Been You.
"...everyone finally shut up, and the audience could enjoy the beginning of the Anatevka Pogram in peace."
VintageSnarker
Broadway Legend Joined: 1/30/15
#4THE VISIT to offer $19.75 seats through June 7th
Posted: 5/20/15 at 10:28pm
Thanks for letting us know, ljay889. Did they say how they'll be selling the tickets? Do you need a special code or can you just buy them normally online or at the box office?
#5THE VISIT to offer $19.75 seats through June 7th
Posted: 5/20/15 at 10:29pm
Ditto on the question for a discount code
#6THE VISIT to offer $19.75 seats through June 7th
Posted: 5/20/15 at 10:29pm
Is the view for this show better from the rear mezz or the balcony? I know the balcony in that theater is terrifying, but I'm worried about the overhang in the rear mezz obstructing the view.
#7THE VISIT to offer $19.75 seats through June 7th
Posted: 5/20/15 at 10:40pm
It wasn't announced how to purchase them . I assume there will be a press release in the morning. I'm almost positive that Tom Kirdahy said it will be the entire balcony and rear mezz. I'd probably go with rear mezz.
If you've been on the fence about seeing this show, this is a great opportunity.
#8THE VISIT to offer $19.75 seats through June 7th
Posted: 5/20/15 at 10:54pm
I'm kind of second guessing my decision to pay full price for an orchestra seat. But I guess it's one price to pay for the chance to see a living Broadway legend in performance up close.
"Noel [Coward] and I were in Paris once. Adjoining rooms, of course. One night, I felt mischievous, so I knocked on Noel's door, and he asked, 'Who is it?' I lowered my voice and said 'Hotel detective. Have you got a gentleman in your room?' He answered, 'Just a minute, I'll ask him.'" (Beatrice Lillie)
#9THE VISIT to offer $19.75 seats through June 7th
Posted: 5/20/15 at 10:58pm
^ Not to mention your full price ticket helps support a struggling new original musical.
#10THE VISIT to offer $19.75 seats through June 7th
Posted: 5/20/15 at 11:00pm
Except its not an original musical
RippedMan
Broadway Legend Joined: 8/14/05
#11THE VISIT to offer $19.75 seats through June 7th
Posted: 5/20/15 at 11:01pm
The view from the balcony wasn't bad at all. Could see the whole stage and Doyle has some great stage pictures. I didn't love this show when I first saw it, but for $20, I'll check it out again.
Fantod
Broadway Legend Joined: 10/3/14
#12THE VISIT to offer $19.75 seats through June 7th
Posted: 5/20/15 at 11:01pm
Sat in the front row. It's a great experience to be so close, because it feels like the show is swallowing you. Plus, having Chita Rivera 5 feet away from you is pretty thrilling.
#13THE VISIT to offer $19.75 seats through June 7th
Posted: 5/20/15 at 11:04pm
I'm seeing The Visit on Sat. June 6th (evening perf) Orchestra Row A Seat 2. Gleek: Thanks for your comment. That didn't occur to me.
"Noel [Coward] and I were in Paris once. Adjoining rooms, of course. One night, I felt mischievous, so I knocked on Noel's door, and he asked, 'Who is it?' I lowered my voice and said 'Hotel detective. Have you got a gentleman in your room?' He answered, 'Just a minute, I'll ask him.'" (Beatrice Lillie)
#14THE VISIT to offer $19.75 seats through June 7th
Posted: 5/20/15 at 11:06pm
Front Row Balcony
"Anything you do, let it it come from you--then it will be new."
Sunday in the Park with George
#15THE VISIT to offer $19.75 seats through June 7th
Posted: 5/20/15 at 11:28pm
Thanks Robbie, that view ain't half bad!
#16THE VISIT to offer $19.75 seats through June 7th
Posted: 5/21/15 at 12:20am
Not sure what's wrong with Rees, but I believe he's been out for several performances.
Tom Nelis did a very commendable job. It was a bit jarring to hear the character with an American accent, given I am very used to Rees in the role. Nelis is obviously a much better singer, and the songs did sound better with his voice. He also manages to get more laughs at some of his lines. Rees uses every fiber in his body to portray a broken man, and I adore his character choices. Nelis plays a stronger/less broken man, it works, but I do ultimately prefer Rees in the role.
Chita keeps getting better and better. Hopefully there were some Tony voters in the audience tonight because Chita really delivered. Audience was VERY receptive, and the performance received more laughs than I've witnessed in the past.
#17THE VISIT to offer $19.75 seats through June 7th
Posted: 5/21/15 at 12:45am
Someone just told me Rees has now been out for almost a week. I hope he's ok!
And I'm praying the Tony voters write Chita's name down on their ballots, she's truly the most deserving of that award this year.
#18THE VISIT to offer $19.75 seats through June 7th
Posted: 5/21/15 at 12:49am
Whoa, a week! Chita gave Nelis an extra bow at curtain call, and gave him a kiss on the lips, lol.
I am praying with you, Jordan. She is just extraordinary. As John Kander mentioned at the talkback, it's astounding to see a legendary dancer play a role where she has to stand still for the most of the performance. It's an expert example of subtlety in a role where many actresses would turn it into camp.
Updated On: 5/21/15 at 12:49 AM#19THE VISIT to offer $19.75 seats through June 7th
Posted: 5/21/15 at 1:12am
I have a feeling it won't happen, but I'm still going to say a little prayer. :)
Oh and I found out tonight that the Tony performance is going to be "Love & Love Alone" followed by a bit of one of the songs with the Eunuchs, but I can't remember which one.
#20THE VISIT to offer $19.75 seats through June 7th
Posted: 5/21/15 at 1:16am
Maybe "I Will Never Leave You?" I still think the beautiful choral number "Look At Me" would've been best.
#21THE VISIT to offer $19.75 seats through June 7th
Posted: 5/21/15 at 1:18am
Maybe. Honestly, I don't remember which one it is. But I'm very happy they're doing "Love...", even though I think they should leave it at that. Either way it's going to be one hell of a performance.
#22THE VISIT to offer $19.75 seats through June 7th
Posted: 5/21/15 at 3:47am
How odd that they're having the Eunuchs sing.
I'm sure they won't be doing their confession, so I guess they'll get a verse from I Will Never Leave You.
I was hoping for You, You, You into the choral portion of Look at Me too.
I guess it was inevitable that Love and Love Alone would be the choice though.
....but the world goes 'round
broadfan327
Broadway Star Joined: 3/20/08
#23THE VISIT to offer $19.75 seats through June 7th
Posted: 5/21/15 at 7:31am
I sat in the last row of the mezz last night, most lefthand seat, and the view is good.
LarryD2
Broadway Legend Joined: 9/1/14
#24THE VISIT to offer $19.75 seats through June 7th
Posted: 5/21/15 at 8:34am
Rees attended the opening night of PERMISSION at MCC on Tuesday, as evidenced by these photos. Whatever's keeping him out of the show isn't serious enough to keep him at home, it seems. I hope he's back soon -- I know some weren't enamored of him, but I really loved his performance as Anton.
