New podcast episode came out all about this board Nov 19
2019, 08:49:42 AM
This was posted in the issues at Mean Girls thread but though this deserved its own post. Fascinating episode all about this board over the years, and its current state! Many of us are quoted
I don’t see that comment, but I think they’re friends, and Ben just posted a video of himself rocking out on piano and singing, so it was probably a teasing comment like “ugh you’re so untalented” but meaning the opposite?
I think Tina is very involved- not on a day to day level anymore, but she stays involved with casting and I’m sure still frequently checks in. That said, Tina worked closely with Alec Baldwin for years and he doesn’t have the reputation for always being the easiest to work with. I think Tina is probably very understanding of different personalities and personal struggles, and I don’t see Barrett being on her “bad side” or Tina trying to blacklist her in the indus
This board in the old days Nov 14
2019, 03:23:18 PM
Sure, a tinge, but a lot of the rumors on DL are downright vulgar!! Here it was more PG-13. I was also in high school/college during the early days of the board, so maybe that’s why I attach some sentimentality to the “good old days!” I’m not saying I think it should be filled with harmful rumors and slander, which is why I feel DrowsyKaye twisted my words.
This board in the old days Nov 14
2019, 03:11:46 PM
JSquared2- no, I don’t like datalounge at all. When I’ve skimmed it it’s very mean-spirited. The board wasn’t like that at all- it was thoughtful theatre talk with a hint of gossip.
This board in the old days Nov 14
2019, 03:09:27 PM
Good point, Lizzie. I read a subreddit about a popular reality show franchise, and sometimes the gossip there gets out of control- if it’s a rumor the poster can’t prove, they have to mark it “unverified tea”; if they CAN prove it, they have to send screenshots or whatever to the mods and it’s then verified. I just feel like there’s a sense here of sucking up to actors, since the Patti Murin incident and her meeting with Rob on how the board could be more respectful to actors, etc. Like I think
Exactly, GreasedLightning! Yes, I agree there are rumors that cross a line and need to be deleted... but others... are probably ok! It’s a chat board! And moderating it well is a nuanced task... I feel like it’s very black and white these days!
lizzie, yes, you’ve been here a long time too!! Can you extrapolate? One thing I do remember we used to have way more trouble with is the “trolls” who would terrorize the whole board!! Props to th
This board in the old days Nov 14
2019, 02:47:32 PM
That’s not what I’m saying at all!! I never even had any tea to spread! I just felt like the board had a little more of a gossipy personality to it (which does not automatically mean negative- gossip has many positive purposes from an evolutionary standpoint!).
Ive been on this board for over a decade (and was lurking for years before that!), and I was wondering, when exactly did it change to become so strictly moderated? I remember the board used to have not only insightful reviews and analysis of shows, but juicy gossip, speculation, etc! People would freely talk about who was having affairs with who, who behaved badly backstage, etc! Lately Ive noticed that anything that even resembles a rumor is deleted, and anything that could offend any actor
Actors Weight Nov 4
2019, 06:08:31 PM
Renee Rapp has publicly spoken, multiple times (just one example is below), about being curvy and body positivity. References to her should not have been deleted.
Wilson Jermaine Heredia as Tony in a rural MD community theatre’s WSS... Oct 26
2019, 02:08:50 PM
I think Heredia is still living in NYC. I had forgotten he was at Olney- I missed that production. However, Olney Theatre Center is a well-respected regional theatre and we frequently get Broadway actors there (Alexandra Silber just finished Cabaret there this month)... I don’t find it at all comparable to doing a guest-star stint at a small community theatre- not sure you were making a comparison but just wanted to say I don’t think it’s related that they’re both in MD, other than it being some
Just came across this on Facebook. Yes, the 47-year-old, Hispanic, Wilson Jermaine Heredia is pre-cast as Tony in this community theatres WSS. Im confused!
I just wanted to comment how impressed I am by Taylors honesty about her experience in Mean Girls. I read the exit interview with broadway.com (https://www.broadway.com/buzz/196812/mean-girls-star-taylor-louderman-on-leaving-the-plastics-behind-and-what-shell-miss/) in which she stated its hard to find joy performing anymore. I looked at her Instagram today and saw a post from a couple months ago where she said she was ready to leave the show, and feels sad being in these shoes most days. She
Austin Colby- Hans on Frozen tour (rumor) Aug 15
2019, 10:28:11 AM
Austin Colby is Caroline Bowmans husband. Theyre pretty open about how relieved theyve been this last year to finally be in the same city after many years of their relationships have been long distance. If this rumor is true that hes cast as Hans, do you feel like its totally coincidental or that they really wanted Caroline but she was hesitant to take a tour/maybe had some NY options? Obviously her husband is more than qualified to play Hans; just wondering if this sometimes happens to sweeten
Was Evan Hansen punished enough for his sin? Aug 12
2019, 01:35:19 PM
Yes, he is more than punished enough for his sin. I SO don’t understand the people who say Evan is a sociopath and his behavior is glorified. He feels so much remorse and shame for his actions, which contradicts the very definition of sociopathy.
Santino Fontana OUT of Tootsie Matinee 6/12 Jun 17
2019, 10:33:46 PM
That is really strange because the Transport Group’s Instagram story as of 6 hours ago, said come Santino tonight in the Sweet Charity concert!
I read this really interesting and relevant discussion the other day (it was published in November, but I hadnt seen it) about working in theatre in different capacities while living with mental illness. The discussion, which is all women, includes a playwright, actors, and people in other roles.
How Long Will Jenn Colella Be in Come From Away? May 31
2019, 12:19:12 PM
Yes, Chowd95, agreed- and it’s only an hour and a half, no intermission, so they’re off for the night while other shows are finishing act 1- and I assume being paid the same as those actors in 3 hour shows! I wouldn’t leave either! Absolutely loved the show.
DEH Zoe understudies question May 26
2019, 09:22:23 PM
Thanks for your reply! Your comment in the other thread about having the understudy made me think of this question. I appreciate the previous poster’s point about some people being able to “see beyond color”, but I think in this day and age we have to accept the reality that race does have an impact on your life, your perspective, certain privileges you receive or don’t received, etc. I don’t think the fact that you thought so deeply about it, says anything negative about your ability to “see be
