MNL said: "I saw part 1 on a Sunday in April and was wondering why part 2 is not in the lottery anymore. I won twice that too, but couldn't make it to NYC (from ~DC) Only Friday is available for part 2 lotto (wasn't it supposed to be bundled?) And Wednesday. Also the price is 45, not 37. What is going on? Thanks!"
I believe they're only bundling Saturdays now for $90. Every other performance must be entered separately.
GeorgeandDot said: "Everything seems destroyed and hopeless and depressing and then the phone rings."
Wow. This is so beautiful and simply eloquent.
For what it's worth, yes, The Band's Visit will win Best Musical. It's a gorgeous, nuanced look at human longing for connection. I was brought to tears multiple times during the show. It's just impossibly beautiful and intoxicating. The ensemble and band are doing lovely work. An
NY City Center just sent me an email that says it runs 2 hours and 15 minutes!
Me and My Girl Encores May 9
2018, 09:41:02 PM
The first performance is under way! I'm going Friday. I've avoided the clips they've released but am loving the production photos. Looking forward to hearing thoughts on tonight's show!
BroadwayConcierge said: "Danielle49 said: "The board seemed sure that Hadden-Paton would be a shoo-in, but then the reviews came out and turned that on its head."
I don't mean to be annoying, but I don't remember reading anything other than positive reviews for Hadden-Paton on opening night?"
Oh, not annoying at all! I just meant that they weren't the raves that folks on the board gave for his performance - myself includ
Hadestown has mentioned a 2019 transfer, but it's not clear as to which season it'll premiere. Also very excited for Moulin Rouge! - I will be in that theater no matter how it's received. What a spectacle that team has the potential to create. And despite the lukewarm responses to Pretty Woman, I'm excited to see Samantha Barks. I loved her in Amelie before it hit Broadway.
I'm also holding out for Hangmen to make a transfer this upcoming season s
You're right - this is so unpredictable. Almost maddeningly so. The more I think about this category, the less sure I am about who's going to win. The board seemed sure that Hadden-Paton would be a shoo-in, but then the reviews came out and turned that on its head. He feels like the underdog to me now. It initially seemed like Shalhoub was fading into the background, but looking at the momentum of The Band's Visit, it's quite possible he'll take it. Slater is the only
Lavieboheme3090 said: "The night I saw the show Alex was very much in ariana grande school of singing. Lots of vocal pyrotechnics, could not tell you a SINGLE lyric they sing. "
This is such an accurate description of his sound. I couldn't for the life of me understand what he was saying and I was shocked that this is the number everyone was going wild about
yesraccoons said: "So is it gonna be impossible for someone with a ticket to make it to the stage door area? Or is it possible if I’m bolting out the door? "
You may not be against a barricade but you'll be able to say hello! I was in the mezzanine on Thursday and had no problem.
Boys in the Band Stagedoor May 4
2018, 11:27:53 PM
I went yesterday - everyone came out, and I think everyone except Quinto and Parsons took photos with people. Matt Bomer is much more famous than he thinks he is, it seems. He was very sweet and took time and pictures with everyone.
I was mainly there for Rannells, but he jumped over my section last night, so I stopped by a bit ago while I was in the area. I got there about 20 minutes before the show let out and there were people waiting. Lots of autograph hounds and tourists looking to
KingOfThePigPeople said: "Pacing is way way way low. I wonder if a cause of this could be the physical distance onstage between the actors, and something to do with the sound design. It feels very under-miked. Are these actors speaking slowly and with zero agility because they perceive that they need to do so,in order to catch the audience's eye and ear? The physical world of the show is also very "recessed" away from the audience, creating a distance that does not serv
THE BOYS IN THE BAND (2018) Previews May 4
2018, 12:18:21 AM
I echo what everyone's said about the show. What a great night at the theater. Mantello pulls some great moments forward that heighten the play's relevance. It being so early in previews, the cast (and Mantello, I assume) is still finding where the laughs are. Rannells and de Jesus have the comedy down, with a nice balance of drama in the final act. Bomer was lovely, and I wanted more of him, but yes he fades into the background (quite literally) for most of the play. It was Quinto I couldn't wa
Band's Visit Rush May 2
2018, 09:41:26 AM
Yeah I think the Tony nominations are going to keep the prices above $50 at least - which is still a deal for orchestra seats. I wanted to rush sometime this month since I've had no luck with the lottery, so I too would appreciate any reports!
Angels in America Extends May 1
2018, 03:16:46 PM
I got an email from Ticketmaster this weekend that new dates were going on sale on April 30th. Then I checked the Angels site and social media, and they hadn't announced it. I guess they just quietly extended without saying so. So odd.
Official 2018 TONY Nominations Thread May 1
2018, 09:00:05 AM
No Kenita Miller, no John Cariani. Those supporting categories really were all over this season. I have no idea who to root for at this point.
Susanswerphone said: "I bought a ticket for this and am seeing Long Day’s Journey at 7:30. Run time is 3 and 20. Am I crazy to think I’ll make it from BAM to the Golden by midnight?"
I thought the show started at 11:45? In that case, as long as the 3 hr. 20 min. includes intermission and the trains are running on time, you'll make it with like 10 minutes to spare. That's the ideal though. Good luck!
Curious as well - I'm going on Thursday! I know many people have strong opinions about the material itself, but I plan on going in pretty blind in regards to the play. Looking forward to it!
For people who want to see the show for cheap and don't mind when, The Actor's Fund is holding a special midnight performance on May 17th. They have a few seats left, which are all $40. The only thing is the show starts at 11:45 that night. Not sure why that decision was made - that seems so tiring for the actresses - but it's for a good cause.
JudyDenmark said: "Seriously... the Actor Who I’m Not A Fan Of Because I Think He Half-Asses His Performance More And More Every Time is considered a frontrunner for Featured Actor... for yelling out one song... and these guys are working their asses off for an entire show and are are not in the conversation??
Gavin Lee should *definitely* be nominated. If the category was bigger, I’d say Danny Skinner should be nominated too.
It’s a shame this
Stage Door Incident - DEH Apr 25
2018, 05:50:35 PM
The Dear Evan Hansen stage door is the worst I have ever been at - it was Ben Platt's final weekend, which maybe added to it, but regardless it was hellish. There were tons of people who didn't see the show. About ten people near me had seen the show about 7 times each but apparently showed up most days of the week to the stage door to fuel their Ben Platt fan pages. (A conversation I heard them have.) I assumed the madness would end after Platt left, but I guess not.
