SpongeBob the Musical: Viewing Thread Dec 8
2019, 09:25:50 PM
I think I must be getting old. I didn't much care for it, but I can see the draw for family audiences. It is certainly colorful, the set is clever, as are the costumes. It is certainly a design win, but I found the show itself to be loud and annoying.
Error on Les Miz Video? Dec 6
2019, 07:10:24 PM
I gave up on BWW videos a few months ago. I just search them out on YouTube instead.
A Director said: "Dave28282 said: "Tom Hooper is completely clueless about this artform.
The essence of this artform is to stay away from realistic norms, as the language is per definition a triumph of the fantasy.
In Les Mis the biggest pitfall was to choose a too literal approach. Because this artform per definition is not. He fell into it. Result: 2,5 hours of cringe worthy bleating in eachother's face in a literal world.
Brave Sir Robin2 said: "I wonder if she’d read too you’d, but I’d love Audra McDonald as Sally. Give her a chance at that Oscar for her EGOT, and give her a bigger Hollywood break outside of her television work.
Hugh Jackman would be a perfect Ben, and I’d love to see Vanessa Williams as Phyllis.
Jenifer Lewis as Hattie or Stella would be a HOOT. Maybe try and get Patti for Carlotta, give her a big Hollywood moment?"
joevitus said: "She can't sing. Ever heard her Evita audition? Plus, she doesn't convey the ice queen person Phyllis uses as a defense (Phyllis is actually quite kind and generous, but that's not the persona she adopts)."
I have heard her alleged Evita tape, but I have also heard her in Grease 2, The Fabulous Baker Boys, Hairspray, and The Prince of Egypt. She sings quite well in those, and has been type-cast as of late playing icy women and villains. Pfe
City of Angels: West End Revival Nov 2
2019, 10:11:53 AM
With the trend of filming West End shows, it would be amazing if they filmed this. I know it isn't likely, but it would be great.
A True Phantom Nov 2
2019, 10:05:30 AM
Oi, this movie was such a disappointment. Two of the three stars could barely sing, most of the costumes looked cheap and tawdry, the unmasked phantom looked like an ugly bloke, rather than a hideous monster... the whole thing (except for, maybe, the overture) was a mess. Would someone please explain the costume change in Think of Me? It's an opera titled Hannibal, with Romanesque costumes, taking place in an ancient setting, then suddenly Christine is in a 18th century gown. Seriously? Why was
itsahopi said: "I’ve been following the LT account since tour and what they’ve been doing as far as harnessing the energy of the show while attracting an alienated fanbase has been really innovative compared to the regular social media accounts of shows. It’s not always for me because I am not the target audience, and that is something I feel is being overlooked here. Take a moment to analyze the engagement on each tweet and the passion from followers in the comment
Would COMPANY be an even better show if... Oct 22
2019, 01:37:13 PM
I'm not really much of an Esparza fan. Other than Company and Rocky Horror, I'd really have to think hard before coming up with another Broadway credit. With that being said, I saw him perform the show live the Tuesday after the Tony Awards, and I was blown away by his performance. I found him to be quite charming, witty, and fun in the role. Maybe it was the post Tony Awards energy, maybe you caught him in an off night, maybe you only saw him on DVD. In any case, my experience was quite differe
HennySlay said: "Just curious, to everyone who thinks this casting is boring who would you have preferred to see in the role? "
When I see responses like that, or a string of Zs, I assume that person is still quite young. Those responses seem to come from people who do not yet know the basics of creating an argument or how to back up an opinion. Give them time.
A few weeks ago, I had a student claim that the new Lion King movie was trash. I asked him why he th
Lot666 said: "Just because YOU think a show "sucks", "is stupid", or "is garbage" doesn't mean it's so."
True, what when audiences don't buy tickets, word of mouth is poor, and the reviews are mixed to negative, it usually safe to say that a show sucks. What is more interesting is why a show sucks.
Aside from "Bathing Beauties" the score for Love Never Dies is quite good. The performances of the various produ
VotePeron said: "CATSNYrevival said: "Just like initially did with Newsies, I think Disneyunderestimated the potential popularity of Hercules."
Would be interesting to know what the popularity would've been if every ticket to this run was $200. Methinks it would be a completely different conversation."
JBroadway said: "jimmycurry01 said: "What ever happened to acting? You know, where people are hired to portray people who are not themselves? Are we really to the point where we have to hire Catholics to portray Catholics, and Jews as Jews. Are we really going so far as to insist that actors' religious beliefs have to match the characters that play? Furthermore, how would a casting director know? I don't make a habit of discussing my religious beliefs with anyone, le
Falsettos in London premiere controversy Aug 25
2019, 06:37:45 PM
What ever happened to acting? You know, where people are hired to portray people who are not themselves? Are we really to the point where we have to hire Catholics to portray Catholics, and Jews as Jews. Are we really going so far as to insist that actors' religious beliefs have to match the characters that play? Furthermore, how would a casting director know? I don't make a habit of discussing my religious beliefs with anyone, least of all when trying to get a job.
Sho-Tunes-R-Us said: "SmoothLover said: "The NY Times was not very good."
Doubt it matters for this show, but we'll see shortly if there is an uptick in sales due to reviews and/or word-of-mouth."
These reviews aren't great, and neither is the word-of-mouth. Neither seem likely to lead to an uptick in sales. U.S. audiences just don't seem the interested in Jim Steinman's musicals. On the flip side, maybe it will reach cul
Jul 18
2019, 09:26:53 PM
Ado Annie D'Ysquith said: "Forgive me folks, I meant no disrespect or offense. Cinderella is my favorite fairytale so I am a little protective of its adaptations! Hahaha...I happen to love both the R&H and Disney versions, as well as Into the Woods, but my concern is Webber's hit-or-miss record with his shows. For every Phantom or School of Rock, there's a Starlight Express or Woman in White."
Loving the story is one thing, but it seems a bit odd to b
Into The Woods Pre Broadway Jul 18
2019, 08:53:52 PM
Nope, not joking. It really happened. The irony is clever, but it doesn't pack the same punch.
