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Way Too Early 2020 Tony Predictions thread  Dec 16 2019, 11:27:04 AM

I absolutely love Moulin Rouge and i truly believe it should win every award. 

Do I think it will? No, but I can hope. 



Best Broadway Cast Recording of 2019?  Dec 10 2019, 01:39:28 PM

Surprised no one has mentioned moulin rouge. 

It's a great album!



Tootsie Is Closing  Nov 13 2019, 01:06:24 PM

ACL2006 said: "The musical is very different from the movie. I enjoyed the show, but its big weakness was its slow start. I really only enjoyed the show when Dorothy was on stage. The supporting roles were very forgettable."

See, I think it's the opposite. Sandy was the funniest character. 



In defense of Tootsie  Oct 30 2019, 01:43:31 PM

I am SUPER liberal - probably one of the most liberal people in the world - and out of context this musical seems AWFUL but in context of the show, (as a ciswoman),  I found it kind of empowering. I just saw it a few weeks ago, so maybe they changed some. 



In defense of Tootsie  Oct 30 2019, 01:41:56 PM

I thought the music was fine. Nothing out of this world, but when I'm bored I'll totally listen to it.



Finally saw TOOTSIE  Oct 30 2019, 01:39:57 PM

I thought it was fine. I loved Sandy's song, its super cute. 

Obviously there are some flaws. Set is awful, has some bad songs, the chorus was weak, but it wasnt that bad. I still listen to it from time to time. 



Bootleg  Oct 7 2019, 02:37:45 PM





If they're streaming bootlegs, then of course they're in the wrong --- but I know you already knew the answer yourself.

"

and thats where we disagree. why should someone not having access to live theatre not be allowed to view it if someone recorded it?

 



Karen Olivo Out Of Moulin Rouge Sat Night - No Audience Notice  Oct 7 2019, 08:48:40 AM

Did it fall out of your playbill? That's happened to me. 

Anywho, you're right. There should be some notice. 



Bootleg  Oct 7 2019, 08:41:07 AM

RaisedOnMusicals said: "ellbellthomps said:Some people do want bootlegs,

Some people also want heroin.


"

Correct me if I'm wrong, but bootlegs definitely do not kill people and ruin families/lives. 

As someone who has addiction in my family, this is so far from accurate. 



Experiment  Oct 3 2019, 01:48:59 PM

LizzieCurry said: "Without going into the "stealing" part of the entire bootleg universe, of course there are always gatekeepers when it comes to art. But who says because someone can't experience something that they MUST get to in some other way?"

You're right. You don't need to, and I know many people who are content not seeing a bootleg.

Some people do want bootlegs, I feel like it's more of an extra rather than something that peop


Experiment  Oct 3 2019, 01:44:03 PM

Tough. They can find a form of entertainment they can afford. Every major city has theater. Attend that. The way you rationalize stealing the work of these artists in your mind is really something."

My city doesn't have theater. Closest one is 6 hours away. I'm lucky to be able to go to New York a lot, but most don't have that luxury. 

No matter where you live, theater isn't cheap.

If an avid theater fan who has no way to any theater stu


Experiment  Oct 3 2019, 01:33:59 PM

Because it's stealing. Because artists deserve to be paid for 'entertaining' you.



YOU don't deserve anything you don't pay for. You want to hear it again, BUY the recording. There isn't one yet? BooHoo.
"

I agree, they totally deserve it. They're amazing. If I already paid to get in, and don't sell it/give it away what's the problem? Of course I'll buy the recording once it comes out. 

I buy ev


Experiment  Oct 3 2019, 01:30:52 PM


The most overused word on this board "deserve". Those people you mentioned don't "deserve" anything other than enjoying something they've bought a ticket to see which does not include the right to record it in any form. Yet another case of entitlement run wild."

I respectfully disagree.

If some kid from across the globe loves theatre and they come across a bootleg, what's the problem?

90% of people can't afford to sp


Experiment  Oct 3 2019, 01:28:21 PM

LizzieCurry said: "What do you mean by "if it's already out there"?"

If someone else recorded it, (which i don't encourage), and its free, what's the harm?

 



Experiment  Oct 3 2019, 01:09:30 PM

I think it's okay. I would never record video myself, but if it's already out there, what's the harm? I enjoy watching them when I know I won't be able to see the show. 

Most people don't live close to NYC, and can't afford to spend thousands of dollars on a trip, but they still deserve to see the work of art. 

I think audio recording is completely fine. I have never done it, but I totally would. I spent hundreds of dollars on this and i


KING KONG - Previews  Apr 1 2019, 02:37:46 PM

I saw the show in January, and I didn't think it was that bad. 

Thinking about it now, I have a weird urge to go back that's stronger than I'd like to admit. 

Eric William Morris was really good, and helped hold the show together. I was surprised no one said anything about him. 

I remember the boat being really cool and impressive as well. 



2019-2020 Touring Season  Apr 1 2019, 08:37:53 AM

anyone have any more ideas about rochester?

i live there and am on the fence about whether to get buffalo season tickets or rochester. 



Waitress Tour Question  Mar 19 2019, 12:27:09 PM

Are there pies at the tour?



2019-2020 Touring Season  Mar 15 2019, 12:29:55 PM

Does anyone know about Rochester, New York?

 

Haven't heard ANYTHING about an announcement, and it was long announced this time last year. 



HERCULES to Play the Public Theatre this summer!!  Feb 7 2019, 11:26:42 AM

I really, really, really, hope this transfers.

Alan Menken was gonna adapt it, I thought. 



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