Some really fascinating reviews here. I was leaning towards “Ink” and “Oklahoma” for the last couple of slots on my May trip, but “Gary” might just bump one to the curb.
The nominations seem largely as expected - though I’m somewhat surprised by the omissions of Allison Pill and Lee Pace. I’m mostly disappointed, however, for James McArdle. I really loved his performance in “Angels” - maybe my favorite of the production.
Just saw both parts yesterday and WOW! Part 1 (“Millennium Approaches&rdquo is a fully-realized play, but its very dramatic conclusion will make you want to see how everything concludes in Part 2 (“Perestroika&rdquo. And the (almost) eight hours FLEW by!
I had (skeptical, but) high hopes when I first heard about this show. Despite the initial feedback, I bought a ticket to an upcoming performance and drastically lowered my expectations. I love Donna Summer music, so I was willing to take the leap. After seeing this morning's performance on the Today Show, I fully realize that I should have stayed on the cliff.
Thanks for the kind words! It seemed to take forever to get everything lined up right, but the finished look really "pops" one of our living room walls. I'd say about 80% remains constant and the remainder are switched out a couple times a year with new shows I've seen or older ones I have stockpiled away. Fun!
Yes, I've seen "Come From Away" (and "Dear Evan Hansen". I try to visit NYC once (sometimes twice) a year, so I'm usually seeing shows from the "current season". Not always, but usually.
This season just seems kind of lackluster (especially compared to last season). Loved "The Band's Visit", but the musical side is less interesting. "
Headed to NYC in late April and the trip will, unfortunately, be short. I've got tickets for "Angels In America" (both parts) on Saturday, but need a show for Friday when I arrive. I've already seen "The Band's Visit" (which I loved) and leaning towards a musical since Saturday will be ALL play.
Thinking "Mean Girls" or "Summer: The Donna Summer Musical" to lighten up the weekend. Huge fan of Donna Summer
Actors That Picked Winning Shows Jun 28
2013, 07:37:41 AM
Some very interesting ways to looks at this, but I was really focused on actors/actresses who had been part of the original cast of a show that won the Tony for Best Play, Musical, Play-Revival, or Musical Revival. Mann's "three" (Cats, Les Miserables, & the revival of Pippin) would seem to put him near the top, but I wondered if anyone else has three or more?
The show may or may not have had a long run (though I think that is an equally interesting statistic) or been financially succ
Actors That Picked Winning Shows Jun 26
2013, 04:31:11 PM
After Pippin won Best Musical Revival, I realized that it was the 3rd winning show (incl. Cats and Les Miserables) for which Terrence Mann was in the original cast.
Does anyone know which actor and actress have been in the original cast of the most "winners"? I'm including any combination of Play, Musical, Play-Revival, and Musical-Revival.
matilda or pippin? May 14
2013, 06:14:37 PM
Matilda was a very good show, but Pippin was absolutely fantastic!
"And Eve Was Weak" from CARRIE "Go Back Home" from THE SCOTTSBORO BOYS "I Will Never Leave You" from SIDE SHOW "Petrified" from TABOO "Model Behavior" from WOMAN ON THE VERGE OF A NERVOUS BREAKDOWN
MATILDA Previews Apr 11
2013, 10:46:03 AM
For me, "serviceable" means music that helps move the story along, but is not all that memorable afterwards. I don't think I disliked any of the music, but just found most of it unmemorable outside the context of the scene.
I loved the "Bruce" scene and agree that "Quiet" is very pretty. They are just not songs that stuck i my head after the show. "When I Grow Up" and "Revolting Children", however, (happily) linger well past the final curtain.
MATILDA Previews Apr 11
2013, 09:58:06 AM
I also saw the show last night (& glad to hear what happened to Bailey and that she's ok), but I left with very mixed emotions.
I was totally engaged with all of the "school scenes" and amazed by the talented kids. The sets and effects were terrific and the choreography was great throughout. Loved Bertie Carvel (Miss Trunchbull) and Bailey Ryon (Matilda).
However, I found myself mostly disengaged during the "home scenes". The performances were fine, but I just thought the
Worthwhile Play Suggestion? Mar 26
2013, 01:05:48 PM
Thanks. From what I've read, VSMS & The Assembled Parties (and maybe The Nance) seem the most likely, but I appreciate the opinions of others. I really wish I had been able to see "Virginia Woolf" and agree that "Starcatcher" was great.
Worthwhile Play Suggestion? Mar 26
2013, 12:57:59 PM
I'm headed up to NY for my annual Spring theatre trip and have tickets for 3 musicals (Kinky Boots, Matilda & Pippin), but would like to add a play to the mix as well. Are there any real standouts this season? Thanks.
is a fully-realized play, but its very dramatic conclusion will make you want to see how everything concludes in Part 2 (“Perestroika&rdquo
. I try to visit NYC once (sometimes twice) a year, so I'm usually seeing shows from the "current season". Not always, but usually.
