I'm very curious about this one.
^ Me too. There was a lot of good in it, in my opinion. But, there weren't some good things either.
I'm on the fence to see this next month... I think some good reviews will convince me! Wishing cast and crew a happy opening night!
Broadway Legend Joined: 5/16/06
I really hope this does well with the critics. While there are obvious book problems, the cast looks like they're really putting their heart and soul into this one.
Saw it last week. Am very interested in what critics will have to say.
I will say I give them kudos for tackling the subject matter and I really enjoyed the score.
Something to read wjile waiting for the reviews to come out. An article in the Times on changes/freezing the show:
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/04/24/theater/with-clock-ticking-a-new-musical-makes-its-final-fixes.html
What a great article. I so appreciate reading about the care that is going into this show. I think it definitely has its flaws, but this article definitely made me appreciate what I saw onstage just a little bit more. Here's to a happy and successful opening!
The Richard Ridge red carpet livestream is happening now!: https://www.facebook.com/BroadwayWorld/videos/10155213935139417/
Matt Windman is positive...
http://www.amny.com/entertainment/bandstand-review-a-superb-new-broadway-musical-from-hamilton-choreographer-1.13527825
AM New York - 4 stars, positive
http://www.amny.com/entertainment/bandstand-review-a-superb-new-broadway-musical-from-hamilton-choreographer-1.13527825
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BroadwayConcierge said: "The Richard Ridge red carpet livestream is happening now!: https://www.facebook.com/BroadwayWorld/videos/10155213935139417/
Ridge is such a goober. Why doesn't someone dress him better?
Swing Joined: 5/19/15
NJ.com, another positive review! http://www.nj.com/entertainment/index.ssf/2017/04/paper_mills_bandstand_is_even_better_on_broadway.html#incart_river_index
Amidst a sea of revivals and film adaptations on Broadway right now, "Bandstand" distinguishes itself with adventurous creativity and timely, fresh exploration of important themes. It is at bottom an excellent new musical full of wonderful performances and bold, finely crafted music. Here's hoping for a long run.
Swing Joined: 5/19/15
Huffington Post is also positive. Referring to it as "arguably the best new musical of the season."
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/bandstand-boasts-an-upbeat-downbeat_us_590128a5e4b06feec8ac934a
I'm honestly a little shocked by some of these reviews. I found this show to be so incredibly middle of the road and bland. But I guess it really is speaking to some!
Wow, that Huffington Post is a full fledged rave! I hope they continue through the night!
Deadline is positive...
http://deadline.com/2017/04/broadway-review-bandstand-john-pizzarelli-1202077748/
Swing Joined: 5/19/15
Time Out is postive as well (4/5 stars) https://www.timeout.com/newyork/theater/bandstand
Chicago Tribune is a bit more mixed than the others, but leans to a positive note: http://www.chicagotribune.com/entertainment/theater/broadway/sc-bandstand-broadway-review-ent-0426-20170426-column.html
Deadline is positive, but kudos to them for acknowledging the problem of the completely white cast.
NBC New York is mixed-to-positive.
http://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local/Review-Bandstand-Corey-Cott-Laura-Osnes-420387194.html
Wow. Pretty great so far...
Variety is mixed...
http://variety.com/2017/legit/reviews/bandstand-review-broadway-musical-1202399420/
For those that have seen it on Broadway & at Papermill, what differences are there? I strongly disliked it at Papermill.
Broadway Legend Joined: 5/16/06
HenryTDobson said: "Deadline is positive, but kudos to them for acknowledging the problem of the completely white cast.
Lol, this may come as a surprise to Kevyn Morrow, but your point is well taken.