Absolutely loved my final ever Waitress on Broadway (and my ma loved it also and was getting though the tissues lol!) - really great energy from the audience. Had a few tears too at the end knowing it’ll be my last time. Jenna’s “thanks for taking me to the moon, moon pie” line hit really hard Kat McPhee was superb and has really grown so much with this role. Perfect Jenna for me
KathyNYC2 said: "WestEndGal said: "Kayla is super talented, I’m glad she’s had her moment to shine a little earlier than originally planned <3
I do get the disappointment if people don’t get to see Adrienne though, because she’s made that role her own. Saw her in a London and she just blew me away!"
I’ll always understand someone being disappointed if the actor they were looking forward to seeing is out I get i
TINA - Adrienne Warren schedule Dec 20
2019, 10:09:48 AM
Kayla is super talented, I’m glad she’s had her moment to shine a little earlier than originally planned <3
I do get the disappointment if people don’t get to see Adrienne though, because she’s made that role her own. Saw her in a London and she just blew me away!
Upcoming Waitress casting Dec 20
2019, 10:07:24 AM
In NYC for a Christmas trip with my ma so seeing Waitress for the final ever time on Broadway tonight and I’m going to be so sad to see it close! I’m lucky I’ll still get to see it in the UK but this show on Broadway, with all the different Jennas I’ve seen, has given me so much joy over the years. May we all be so lucky .....
Oh and by some freakish coincidence we saw Andrea Bocelli in MSG last night (had
& Juliet Dec 9
2019, 05:27:43 PM
It’s a really good show. Heckuva lot of fun with a cast that seems to really enjoy themselves. Kind of like a high quality panto on steroids! I don’t think it’s the best jukebox musical that’s ever been, but for a fun night out at the theatre you can’t go wrong. Shame that Act 2 for me isn’t as strong as Act 1. I’m torn as to whether or not this would work on Broadway. It seems v British audience-orientated to me but idk!
Samantha Barks to play Elsa in the West End production of FROZEN Dec 9
2019, 03:00:18 PM
There seems to be a better response to this casting here than the uk theatreboards! I’ve personally always found Sam Barks to be a bit overrated so this isn’t the most enthralling casting news for me. Be interested to see how she vocally handles “Let It Go” - she has a lovely voice but I’ve never thought it particularly powerful. Although I think it’s a song that requires more controlled singing than anything!
Orchestra or front Mezz for Waitress? Dec 4
2019, 12:24:18 PM
I personally prefer the stalls for Waitress because I feel it’s a better and more intimate atmosphere, but sat front mezz also which is good also!
The book isn’t the best but if you like Tina Turner I’d definitely go for Tina - v enjoyable and Adrienne is just superb. And the last 20/30 mins are super fun!!
qolbinau said: "Of course they would be but they have pretty slim pickings in terms of talent there compared to the USA."
*rolleyes* It’s so tiring with the jibes about the West End talent. I’m back in London now but lived in NYC for years, and have seen plenty of shows on both sides of the pond, and the talent in the West End is generally superb.
Imelda Staunton & Jenna Russell to lead HELLO DOLLY in London Nov 22
2019, 06:36:02 AM
I think this is great casting personally and I don’t get the negativity about Imelda. Not only is she a great actress she’s also got great comedy chops. I think she’ll be fab
Do all letters that get sent to actors via stagedoor get read and vetted by other people before they are given to the actors themselves? Always wondered this!
SomeOtherMe said: ""Ahh okay thanks for confirming! Haha true, it does fit! Imagine singing this every night though on stage .... your voice would be wrecked!"
Yeah, this type of score would definitely be hard on a singer, assuming there are more songs like this in the show."
Yeah I could imagine. David Foster is a big melodic power ballad kinda guy!
Katharine posted the video the PBS performance on her inst
SomeOtherMe said: "WestEndGal said: "I agree about the lyrics making it less likely to be an 11 o’clock number, but I like it, and how it builds! It’s a bit cheesy but I’m all for a bit of MT cheese! And Katharine sounds so good, especially considering this is a live performance! From her insta she sang it at a PBS special so I’m guessing it’s from that?
Yeah, it's from his upcoming PBS special. Andit's absolutely cheesy,
David Foster premieres song from upcoming Nov 15
2019, 11:54:11 AM
I agree about the lyrics making it less likely to be an 11 o’clock number, but I like it, and how it builds! It’s a bit cheesy but I’m all for a bit of MT cheese! And Katharine sounds so good, especially considering this is a live performance! From her insta she sang it at a PBS special so I’m guessing it’s from that?
The Betty Boop musical will probably never see the light but it’s cool to hear songs from it. Imagine how many great MT songs there are out there from other musicals that
Issues at Mean Girls last night Nov 14
2019, 03:57:25 AM
My issue is that BWW obviously extended her contract beyond the usual 1 year by choice ... so feeling tired or bored with a show and therefore giving a half baked performance shouldn’t be used as an excuse. Maybe there’s other stuff going on with her though which caused her to act unprofessionally, but it obviously feels like she could have handled things better. Not a good look for her.
Idk, maybe there’s just general issues BTS right now with the show? Taylor Louderman was quite vocal
Miles2Go2 said: "I didn’t want to start a new thread, but I wanted to share my thoughts after I saw Megan Hilty last night for her last of two performances with the Oklahoma City Philharmonic.
What a sublime night. This was my first time attending any Philharmonic Pops concert. I loved it. They started out with a medley of songs from Wicked before Megan came out. They did another set of songs from A Chorus Line plus Begin the Beguin. I was very impressed.
I'll be in NYC from the Mon to Weds of Thanksgiving week and would like to see Waitress for the last time before it closes. Was gonna try rush, but if anyone has experience of this, does it tend to be busier for shows during Thanksgiving week (not Thanksgiving weekend). Don't wanna queue any earlier than I need to! Also for anyone who has rushed recently please can you let me know where the rush seats tend to be? Thanks in advance :)
magictodo123 said: "I’m really sad at how people are reacting to this. Yes, Sara is a performer. Yes, she has acted. But when it comes to Waitress she is first and foremost a member of the creative team. I’m sure they considered many different options before they landed on McPhee."
So the rumour is apparently that Sara and Gavin Creel are doing a limited run as Jenna and Dr P in London at the end of Jan (for maybe 6 weeks)! I assume this is to give the sh
Kat McPhee was superb and has really grown so much with this role. Perfect Jenna for me
