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It's unfortunate that this happens sometimes, however, in a civilized society, this is what we have to do - bare with the problem. I'm sure there was a level of embarrassment that person probably experienced, I assume. Theaters were built in a time where obesity and weight issues were not as prevalent as they are today and I can see them being a problem for anyone over a particular weight. But, I don't have any excuse for those with poor hygiene - this is just unacceptable. <

aldudgeon said: "It has been taking longer for some shows to come out with their programs recently. The theater shops do carry most of the current shows that are available, when they are made available. They used to carry a variety of closed show programs as well, but most merchandising companies have discontinued making the programs once the shows have closed nowadays.

Hello Dolly programs are currently only available at the theater because of the fact that they are the B

QueenAlice said: "No the store under the Marquis is long gone. And the store in Shubert Alley is owned by the same people who own the Theatre Circle across from Phantom. These stores do not carry very many souvenir programs. You are much better off going directly to where the theatre is playing or seeing if any are available on EBay."

Too bad...so I was right about that Starbucks being there! I might need to resort to ebAy - I haven't used it in ten years...maybe

haterobics said: "The Dolly program even got a Bernadette makeover..."

Oh, so there is one - great! I must have missed it, yes. I usually go to Theatre Circle, is it? Across Phantom, the St. James theatre, I believe. I know the Shubert has a very tiny one, and honestly, if I don't see anyone in there I don't go in. I just feel uncomfortable being it's so small and relatively quiet. Is that where the program from Dolly is sold? I definitely want a window c

msmp said: they really think tickets are as much as $299 or $399 for just one act? Broadway is expensive, but barring a Bruce Springsteen or Bette Midler event, it's notthat expensive!"

I suppose the same can be said about concert tickets being expensive and audience members leaving the concert a few songs in. I guess those who do either don't care much for the expense, or just either get bored very easily! I still say, if you don't research

Since I've been a theatre goer for a decade or so now, I do buy the show programs of shows I like and I've created quite a collection. I have done the same for concerts I've attended too. I've noticed, though, there aren't as many programs offered of shows anymore - am I wrong? I did not see one for Hello, Dolly for example, and the broadway shops around the theatre district don't have much of a selection. Anyone also notice this? Is this another th

Interesting thread! I've never left a show at intermission, in the last decade or so I have been going to the theatre. And I can't say I've noticed anyone doing so. However, I don't go to shows I have a feeling I'll probably dislike, and I'd rather see a show I like more than once, as opposed to just seeing a show I don't know. And I rarely take reviews into consideration. Usually, a performer or a theme brings you to the show and, regardless of opinion, I'

broadwayqueen2 said: "I've seen Donna, Bette, & Bernadette and I have to say its hard to compare each of their performances. That being said, I personally enjoyed Bernadette's the best."

Thank you for such detail with your observations. I just saw Bernadette in the role. Honestly, I didn't care too much about Bette, partly because I'm really not too into her in general, and I remember last year at the Tony's (just saw recaps on news) how she s

TheSassySam said: "I loved all three performances!

Bernadette had a lot more physical comedy associated with her performance compared to Bette and Donna. Donna's performance was a lot more emotional (crying during Before the Parade Passes By). And, to be honest, I was incredibly enamored from Bette that her performance will be branded in my mind as one of my cherished memories.
I absolutely adore this production and cannot wait to see Betty in the role later this

Okay, so I'm a little crazy about this musical lately and I am wondering about the following: those who have seen Bette Midler, Donna Murphy, and now Bernadette Peters, how was each performance different? Were any particular moments added/changed with each performer? I caught her and Victor Garber on Andy Cohen a few weeks ago, and he asked her about the 'food eating' scene and she said she 'stole' the idea from Carol Channing after BP went and saw her performance at Linco

dramamama611 said: "Contacting them is going to give you the best info.

I took a large group on their tour last year and it was lovely. However, as with any tour that will depend on your guide.

They show you quite a bit, but it varies as to what is going on in each if the spaces.

We saw the opera house, the Vivian Beaumont and one of the concert halls.

If you go on their website you should get all the info you need"

Yes, th

josh147 said: "Just to remind people to NEVER give up hope - I sent to Phantom at the end of October, and got a signed playbill back (with a nice note asking to not sell it) on April 12. About 5 and a half months - but was awesome to get it!

Josh"

Good to know! I've read a poster said it took a few weeks with his Hello Dolly submission. My only signed playbills are two, from my fave musical: Gypsy with Bernadette Peters and John Dossett (I "stage

Evans2 said: "BPfan81 said: "Sounds good, thank you for the info. In other words, if I were to do this, I should not mail out my Hello Dolly playbill to the Shubert? Just request a playbill to be signed?"

Anytime, happy to help.

Yes, you do not need to sendyour own Playbill.

Simply write to the Shubert Theatre, C/O Stage Manager, 225 West 44th Street, New York, N.Y. 10036

Include a letter, along with the check thatmention

Evans2 said: "Curious: did you request a signed Dolly playbill or did you mail out your own to be signed? And who did you make your generous donation out to?Was the autograph authentic?"

I don’t mail my own playbills. Especially for cast signed, they are all signed together during a big cast signing session.

The donation was made to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights Aids. When shows request, this is the charity theyrequest.

I have no re