The choreography had a very modern/interpretive dance feel to it which I don't personally care for, but that's a taste thing on my part and it was technically well done. Musically it was amazing, with very strong singers and instrumentation that seems very heavily inspired by the concept album, which is a plus for me.
Saps48 said: "How are the seats for Phantom of the Opera? They are available for dates in February..."
I've done it twice - orchestra both times, row A (third row) the first time and row F the second time. If the dates work for you, TDF is for sure your best bet for that show imo.
Broadway trip - Times Square/midtown hotels with no resort fees Oct 22
2019, 08:10:19 PM
Regarding the Hilton discussion, I stayed at the Times Square Doubletree last month and paid a $40 (I think? It was high) resort fee for my one night stay. So maybe they're just now rolling it out, or it's only at certain properties.
Spitters Oct 20
2019, 11:14:32 AM
I don't know if it was just a proximity thing (I was at the very front end of the table) but I got pretty thoroughly sprayed by Hugh Panaro during Sweeney Todd.
FANtomFollies said: "I thought that was the rule as well. I saw Phantom a few weeks ago and there was an understudy on for Raoul with no slip or announcement either."
Are you sure it wasn't in the Playbill? I ask because Phantom updates their cast list every week, so there would be no slip for a planned absence.
AngusN said: "I think if you genuinely want to “finally get it”, you need to see the production at Her Majesty’s Theatre in London. I’ve seen many tours, as well as the Broadway production and morning compares to the original production. On Broadway it felt like a concert version with terrible accents."
I'm seeing it in London in November after 5x on Broadway and I'm really anxious to see how they compare. I found some clips of their n
Lot666 said: "Can anyone comment on Bradley Dean's performance as Andre?"
As a big fan of Laird Mackintosh (he was the first Phantom I saw and a wonderful Andre, plus I adored his behind-the-scenes Instagram posts) I definitely missed him, but honestly Bradley Dean was perfect. Strong acting and singing, and I was surprised how much he nailed the comedy given it was only his second performance (the 9/12 matinee), especially when he was trying to get past the ball
FANtomFollies said: "I splurged and got tickets since I'm having company in town in a few weeks. Got Orchestra, row A seats 1,3, and 5. Will these be too close? Too far to the side? I've seen the show before, but have always been pretty far away."
I sat in that row last time I went, I want to say seat 9? Amazing view. Not too close at all.
If I had one nitpick it was that I couldn't see the Phantom when he first shows up in the mirror, because Chri
Phantom Christine Alternate Aug 21
2019, 08:27:21 PM
Barring vacations, Eryn LeCroy does Monday nights and Thursday matinees.
The Official TDF Thread Aug 3
2019, 07:01:32 PM
I TDF'ed the Oklahoma! matinee today and got a floor seat (FL 218). I don't think it's on there much but if you see it and you're interested in the show definitely grab it. Incredible seat.
I have walked past John Bolton three different times on the same block. Jay Armstrong Johnson in the Port Authority subway station. Harry Hadden-Paton walking toward the Beaumont stage door carrying a takeout bag.
I'm only in the city about one day a month, and not as knowledgeable about Broadway talent as I would like to be, so this is a lot for me...
kmissa said: "I believe there’s an out of town membership that’s cheaper. I think it’s like $20 or less. Depends on the show and what’s being offered for how far in advance. "
Unfortunately they discontinued this. I emailed them recently when I was about to renew and couldn't find that option on the site, and they told me they haven't offered it since August.
Here's an archive of the Observer review if you want to read it now.
Times Square TKTS questions Mar 10
2019, 04:52:38 PM
The Lincoln Center location will let you buy tickets for Friday night AND the Saturday matinee, plus there's hardly ever a line. If they have what you want (they usually have the same options as Times Square, but check the app) and it's at all convenient to get yourself up there, I'd get tickets for the first two shows in one visit, then hit the fast-pass line at Times Square on Saturday afternoon.
Must-sees (TKTS) right now Mar 4
2019, 06:47:07 PM
Seconding the Ferryman. Also, the My Fair Lady revival is absolutely magnificent if you haven't already seen it.
