dramamama611 said: "Im fairly certain new costumes are ALWAYS made...on Broadway.”
In some cases, absolutely. Especially contemporary clothing. But there are a lot of circumstances where they will not rebuild especially when the item is expensive (gowns, etc) and/or they know a show is closing.
Actors Weight Nov 3
2019, 06:13:58 PM
I am so glad this thread was started. I too think different types of actors should be considered for certain roles and we should be challenging what “type” means, especially today. (The Prom was great in all parts of this sense.)
I do know in some cases to keep costs low, sometimes prods will pick replacements based on the fact that new expensive costumes do not have to be made (so silly, I know,) and some shows (as mentioned) have dimensional requirements with traps/elevators and the
Yes. This particular version for some reason I enjoyed much more on tour then when I saw it on Broadway. I haven’t seen the latest cast though but I think it is a solid choice.
Has their ever been a good sequel to a musical? Sep 4
2019, 03:39:51 PM
Annie Warbucks (different then Annie II ) actually had some decent songs in it. While no means as good as the original, it was not a disaster either and I believe it enjoyed some success off Broadway.
I hope they make tweaks. It felt very "British" (Rosalie Craig wore a fascinator during "Not Getting Married" for example ) which felt very off since the show treats New York City as one of its characters.
Best Scene Changes Aug 27
2019, 08:33:18 PM
Set designer Anna Louiza’s transition in Honeymoon in Vegas from a jewelry counter that folds out into a hospital bed in seconds was pretty impressive.
MOULIN ROUGE! VIP ROOM Aug 21
2019, 04:12:45 PM
This is common practice in the West End. (I wouldn’t pay but know people who happily would.)
Wild Broadway Stories? Jul 19
2019, 11:51:01 PM
My friend saw a preview of First Date where Zachary Levi’s mic went out (his character is supposed to never leave the stage as he carries the entire show) but he left the stage and his “date” and everyone on stage froze. He came back several minutes later with a new mic and ad-libbed perfectly “Sorry. I had diarrhea” and picked up right where he left off. The audience was apparently in stitches.
Live Action Little Mermaid- Ariel Jul 4
2019, 10:23:55 AM
While I think it’s wonderful more girls are going to feel seen and represented by this new Mermaid remake, my bigger concern is the whole sacrifice-your-entire-identity-so-a-Prince-will-like-you message this story tells.
WHT 'First Wives Club' Broadway Musical ? May 16
2019, 08:42:57 AM
I saw it in San Diego and Chicago. Brad Oscar and Sarah Chase were great in their roles at Old Globe but both prods never matched the movie in wit, drama, or entertainment. Too bad. Seems like a great idea on paper.
RippedMan said: "Agreed! Honestly there’s not a clunker song in the show. But my only gripe with Shriek’s music is it’s often too short. He writes simple songs, which is why I was curious how his music would work with powerhouse singers, but he totally made it work. But, like, the dad has a song that basically goes no where. But it’s a cool melody, but just kind of comes and goes. But I love his interlude music. "
OneL99 said: "I'm going to use my 1st post on this board to say....Jagged Little Pill is the best show I have ever seen. Easily. And I've seen pretty much everything (some people buy clothes, I drive to NYC from Boston several times a month...”
OneL99 welcome to the message boards! It seems you are an informed, thoughtful, and passionate theatre goer like many of us and should be encouraged to join these boards, discuss
TOOTSIE Reviews Apr 23
2019, 08:49:28 PM
For me, I think even a weak DY score is still better than most.
TOOTSIE the Musical: PREVIEWS START Apr 18
2019, 12:44:08 AM
I revisited the show tonight after seeing it in it’s first week of previews. It has really come a long way. I am so glad they trimmed 15-20 minutes. Santino has only gotten stronger and now has that Tony sewn up. All of the supporting players remain strong and the comedy and rhythm is helped by the cuts. I do not know if my positive feelings are informed by feeling like an insider when it comes to all of the Broadway winks and in-jokes but, regardless Robert Horn writes some of the best jok
FOSSE/VERDON Apr 12
2019, 04:45:23 PM
These are great photos, BrodyFosse. Thanks for posting!
GeorgeandDot said: "Uzo Aduba was heavily considered??? That would be the worst casting ever. Although it would be very Sher to do some bizarre casting like that."
It's not so bizarre to me. She IS a classically trained opera singer and is an astounding actress.
Ironically, Oklahoma! didn’t have an exclamation point originally either. Per Todd Purdum’s book “Something Wonderful”: “Late one night, Helburn called from Boston to tell the publicity department to say that the decision had been made to add an exclamation point, to make the title Oklahoma! The word had already been reproduced three times on each of the ten thousand press releases that had been prepared for mailing, so they set about inking in thirty thousand ex
Betsy Wolfe at 54 Below Mar 1
2019, 01:00:16 PM
Yeah I think her resume is impressive as is she. I dont think age enters into this and 36 to me is young and I’m sure she’ll have an even longer impressive resume ahead of her.
