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HADESTOWN cast album - thoughts?  Aug 17 2019, 10:33:31 PM

Miles2Go2 said: "I agree the piecemeal way they released the songs may have been a part of the marketing strategy, but if didn’t really captivate me. Listening to it now from the beginning (I’m 4 songs in) and I’m loving it. It sounds great. I’m even more excited to see it on September 27th now. I’m going to have to make myself not listen too much to this between now and then so as to not rob myself of all sense of discovery when I finally see it. &

Hadestown Tour  Aug 13 2019, 10:10:52 PM

We just saw Hadestown a few weeks ago. I think this set and technical qualities will transfer nicely to a tour. But finding a touring company that does justice to the magic of the original cast? Now that’s another thing.  We’ll come see it in Boston.



Hadestown Cast Recording Problems?  Aug 2 2019, 11:23:19 PM

CATSNYrevival said: "Part of the problem might be that we’ve all been listening to the live Off-Broadway cast recording and this studio album simply sounds less exciting and energetic by comparison."

Absolutely correct.  In fact many people have been listening to versions from video clips in Toronto and London, plus Mitchell’s original studio album.  There’s a lot to compare.  I love every variation.



Need recommendations for a show this Sunday night 7/28  Jul 22 2019, 04:30:16 PM
Here’s a crazy idea - take a night off? Even with Broadway there can be too much of a good thing. Grab a nice meal out or for something totally different check out STOMP or Blue Man Group. Have fun!

RIP Broadway 07/18/2019  Jul 18 2019, 09:21:00 AM

I agree with others that Broadway will be fine, but there are changes happening with audiences. I think people are demanding quality music and depth in the source material. I read reviews for most shows that open and I can’t count the number of times critics have called the songs and arrangements pleasant but utterly forgettable. If you are asking Broadway audiences to shell out $150-300 they want a transformative experience, and that starts with the music, the storytelling. It probably

Hadestown Rush/SRO Updates  Jul 11 2019, 07:39:49 AM
Looking to go some day this week, but heard Eva was out Wednesday for vocal rest. Can anyone update Thursday afternoon if her understudy is posted on the board?

Favorite Plays?  Jun 29 2019, 08:09:33 PM

I agree with many of the titles mentioned above, and I’ll add a very dark comedy, The House Of Blue Leaves by John Guare. Heartbreaking and beautiful. The revival featuring John Mahoney, Swoozie Kurtz, Christine Baranski, and Ben Stiller was out of this world.



Hadestown Rush/SRO Updates  Jun 29 2019, 12:05:25 PM

6/29

 

Has anyone heard if Eva’s feeling better?  Hope so. Please update if you see her today or tonight back from her vocal break.



Does the box office know about understudy appearances  Jun 24 2019, 06:32:38 PM
Sorry your taking such abuse from my honest question.
I know there are no guarantees, other than perhaps the first month of a run.


Perhaps I should have added to my initial question that we have someone who is driving 10 hours just to try and see the Original Broadway cast. They are not just strolling into the city for the night and saying “So what should we see this week?”


Does the box office know about understudy appearances  Jun 24 2019, 07:42:53 AM

If you ask at the box office, in the morning, will fhey tell you if an understudy is appearing that evening? Are there days of the week that are more likely to feature understudy performances? Less likely days?



No More Stage Door Autographs  Jun 15 2019, 03:14:16 PM

Part of the success of keeping institutions vital is exciting the next generation of theatre goers. I understand why you may find the stage door routine to be tedious, but for my 13 year old daughter, getting autographs from the cast of Hamilton was the highlight of her year. And a memory she’ll never forget. A few years ago my son got an autograph from Hall of Famer Mariano Rivera. Also unforgettable. I guess I feel that it goes with the territory. Make it big, give something

Your First Broadway Show!!!  May 13 2019, 09:19:28 PM
A 5,6,7,8!

Musicals or Museums  Apr 7 2019, 06:30:11 PM

Really interesting question! I go to NYC twice a year, and usually for specific shows that I buy months in advance - like Hamilton. I also come to the city for specific museum exhibits like David Bowie Is at the Brooklyn Museum. But I almost never do both the same day. If I spend 4-5 hours at the Met or MOMA, I love it, but I’m drained. Ready for a long dinner in a quiet restaurant. Many people will do as much as they can squeeze in, but I prefer to do less and come down more often. If

Hamilton seating input  Mar 23 2019, 01:01:17 PM
Agreed. Front Mezz all the way. I really enjoyed watching the company of actors and choreography ALL around the stage. Like in “Right Hand Man” and “Eye of the Hurricane.”

4 observations on RENT  Jan 27 2019, 10:44:34 PM

1. I like the staging. It’s interesting and beautiful in places. Although you can’t forget that this amount of scenery could never be truly presented in a traditional theatre without commercial breaks and hundreds of camera angles.

2. This is the 2nd live production that I’ve been annoyed with screaming crowds competing with performers for attention. We saw this a few times in JCS, and it took away from “Today 4 U.” Then again in Act 2, more choreographed


Going into Hamilton Blind  Jan 2 2019, 08:48:45 PM

This is a good question. Our family listened to it non-stop for 8 months after I gave the kids our tickets for Christmas in 2016. When we finally saw it in NY, it did not disappoint. Before attending we read some of the history. Visited Weehawken, Trinity Church, Hamilton Grange and Morris–Jumel Mansion. Knowing the storyline and lyrics helped us to relax and just enjoy the music, costumes, dance. It felt more like a rock concert at times. I think if we weren’t familiar I might be

Fun ideas for presenting tix?  Dec 10 2018, 09:21:53 PM
Thanks everyone!

Fun ideas for presenting tix?  Dec 10 2018, 12:48:53 PM

Every year we give the gift of Broadway tickets to our children.    Does anyone have any fun or creative ways to wrap / present Bway tickets as a gift?  This year we're going to see Harry Potter and The Cursed Child.

Thank you,



Harry Potter Pt 1 Question  Nov 6 2018, 07:00:53 PM
We’re going in April and can’t imagine seeing half. Especially with a play - the 2nd act is usually the most climactic.

What is the best Stage Performance You Have Ever Seen?  Nov 6 2018, 06:56:57 PM


Colm Wilkinson and the original cast performing in Les Miserables. “One Day More”


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