Riedel on the growing hype for Moulin Rouge! Aug 2
2018, 08:02:42 PM
A Broadway opening in the summer of 2019 is what a Colonial usher told me last week, as well. I should think the production would lose its momentum between now and then, and possibly some members of the cast.
Moulin Rouge Colonial Theatre Previews Aug 1
2018, 06:19:16 AM
From my Orchestra second row seat last Thursday evening, Aaron's and Karen's tears were clearly evident, but I somehow missed seeing any quivering lips. It's true, Aaron is a very emotional singer, further evidenced by the copious tears that streamed down his face while singing "Being Alive" in Company last summer at the Barrington in the Berkshires.
Moulin Rouge Colonial Theatre Previews Jul 28
2018, 09:10:17 PM
Could the fact that Matthew Morrison was in the audience the other night be considered a red flag for Aaron? I hope not, because Aaron is superb as Christian. If one of the two leads is replaced prior to Broadway, my choice would be top billed Karen. Though she's very good in the show, I see the lack of chemistry between Aaron and Karen an issue. Their seven year age difference was very apparent from my second row Orchestra seat, especially with Aaron playing Christian so boyish in the earlier s
Very enjoyable, Aaron and Karen were outstanding when they sang, separately and together, but I was just not feeling sufficient chemistry between them.
Danny is another standout, as are numerous other cast members.
Some of the songs were just too gimmicky and obviously chosen to get an audience reaction, even though they might not be appropriate choices.
Is security still doing the metal detector thing or has that been put to rest?
If it's still intact, do they hold the curtain until everyone is seated?
National Tour Flops Jun 23
2018, 10:28:03 PM
Legends with Joan Collins and Linda Evans.
Ever have someone be rude at a stage door? Apr 19
2018, 04:46:42 PM
Not rude, but awkward. In 1989, after a joint concert appearance by Barbara Cook and Mandy Patinkin at Symphony Hall in Boston. Barbara was besieged by fans at the stage door, not a soul approached Mandy.
Ever have someone be rude at a stage door? Apr 19
2018, 08:27:28 AM
Wasn't Scarlett Johansson leaving via the front exit during Cat on a Hot Tin Roof to avoid the stage door?
CATCH ME IF YOU CAN Jan 21
2018, 05:56:32 PM
How could anyone dislike Aaron Tveit immensely?
CATCH ME IF YOU CAN Jan 21
2018, 04:01:00 PM
Anyone who saw it in previews in Seattle saw a much better show than what opened on Broadway. Same for 9 to 5, which was far better when it previewed in Los Angeles than when it reached Broadway.
Every young female performer on Broadway knew enough not to find herself alone with Richard Rodgers in his prime. His reputation as a hound was legendary.
Saw the OBP twice, including Lucie Arnaz's final performance. Robert Klein, who had already left the show, came to see Lucie and sat directly behind me.
