Since the play is really about human nature- you do not need any background at all to understand the story. It is very easily understandable - and riveting throughout.
You are right- I do that because there are so many posters here I thought no one reads all of it- but I am wrong- I have praised Ferryman too many times- sorry - from now on will only post an opinion once.
I live isn Atlanta- and for some reason, did not hear about it until the last weekend when it was sold out. But a few people I know did get to see it and liked it very much. I think this is the perfect time for a musical with this subject matter- and if it is well done- funny, entertaining,- with something to say- then it should be a crowd pleaser. If Fun Home can be a hit- why not The Prom?
Those will be among the BIG HITS come spring. I bet sales of Moulin Rouge will go through the roof first day tickets go on sale- well, I will be online the first day tickets go on sale- and Ain't Too Proud To Beg- with the reviews and audience reaction it is already garnering, looks to be a Jersey Boys size hit. Those two are the big ones, so far, in my opinion, coming for 2019. Anything else look promising?
Saw it in London- with my brother. I did not like it- nor did my brother. It is a downtrodden little tale about a family during the Depression- with dreary Dylan music as a soundtrack. It was a sad tale and did not move me at all. Very disappointing. But, I LOVED The Ferryman, LOVED Mary Stuart- that should be transferred- LOVED Everybody's Talking About Jamie- those would be great transfers, IMO- and of ;curse, The Ferryman is coming soon- and I bet it will be a huge hit-deservedly so.
Uncomfortable is in the eyes of the beholder. Obviously, not as comfortable as sitting in row 4- center seat in orchestra. However, all depends on how much you want to see a production- how much money you have- and your ability- at whatever age, to withstand a long period of standing. If it is a show you badly want to see and the only way to see it is to get standing room- you gotta do what you gotta do. Not the best option- obviously- but worth it to some.
Ferryman ticket holders are in for a treat- I saw it in London- and it is a powerhouse. A very interesting story of political/social intrigue and corruption. Very engrossing- one of my all time favorite shows.
I love Bernadette too. I would think she would tour again. Smaller venues probably. She is just wonderful in concert. Really one of the most memorable concerts I have ever been to- and I have seen all the greats- from Barbra to Liza to Bette and Cher....but Bernadette has such style and wit and humor and class- and her voice and choice of material is just perfect for me. Love her- and unlike CD making, touring is very lucrative- though hard on the performer- especially at a 70 and up. But, th
Saw it in London last March, 2018. Have to say I did not care for it. Nor did my brother. It is kinda of a downer- okay- it does take place during the Depression- and the characters are all down and outers- but still- just not a good time in the theater. I happen to love drama- Iceman Cometh, 3 Tall Women - my type of theater. But Girl From The North Country, for me- just not all that engrossing. The music - Dylan- and not the well known songs- is okay- but all in all- a sullen affair. <
I saw the original production. Funny story. I was in the first row- and during one of the pivotal scenes- one of the characters leaped out of a dark shadow and surprised and scared Lee Remick. Well, it scared me, too. I had my shoe halfway off my foot- and when I got scared-my foot went up- and my shoe went up on stage- right near Remcik. She very quietly pushed my shoe back in my direction- and I grabbed it. Before the show, we met her in the stage door alley- and she was all alone- no crowd
Great news- and there will have to be plenty of dancing. Fosse was a choreographic genius. I am old enough to have seen Gwen In Sweet Charity- and Chicago with Liza- and have always been blown out by the power and beauty of his style. He was a master. Could be great tv- and I hope it will be popular, though- because these names are hardly household at this point.
Everybodys Talking About Jamie transfer? Jul 12
2018, 04:09:37 PM
I see lots of Broadway plays- and go to London every year for the West End. This year saw Jamie- LOVED it. Loved everything about it and think it could be Kinky Boots 2 on Broadway. So entertaining- went with my straight brother- and he loved it too.
