Paul Gemignani memoir coming Fall 2021 Dec 22
2020, 08:49:37 AM
Why would they have continued to work together for so long if they didn’t get on at least professionally?
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Paul Gemignani memoir coming Fall 2021 Dec 22
2020, 07:32:18 AM
He has been in the ‘room where it happened’ on so many occasions, I am looking forward to it :)
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Ann Reinking Has Passed Away Dec 21
2020, 07:11:07 AM
Really nice to hear her speak about Bob, Gwen, Fosse/Verdon, her time in Chicago etc. very timely interview indeed.
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Everybody’s Talking About Jamie film pulled from release schedule Dec 15
2020, 04:10:00 PM
Sad but I kind of get it. They might as well wait until things are more ‘normal’ or they’re almost guaranteed to lose money?
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Ann Reinking Has Passed Away Dec 15
2020, 10:15:04 AM
So young and unexpected!
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Glenn Close gives a 'Sunset Boulevard' movie update Dec 15
2020, 03:52:24 AM
She also cannot sing anywhere near the level she was able to when she recorded those Sunset tracks. Buckley’s vocals are exactly why I can’t enjoy Close as much as I wish I could but Buckley is not the answer in 2020.
What about Catherine Zeta Jones?
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Jagged Little Pill concert Dec 14
2020, 09:03:23 AM
Can someone pls advise is this the full show performed in concert?
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Netflix's THE PROM official thread/reviews/reactions Dec 13
2020, 05:43:55 AM
"had already concluded that the role played by Kidman was non-essential before seeing the movie, but I thought she was delightful. I do think a real dancer would have done Zazz better, but it is a pretty nothing role and no-one could have made more of it that she did."
What I liked about the role/her performance is that she is a chorus girl who is never noticed, and accordingly did fade into the background and was overshadowed a lot by the others - but still had
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Netflix's THE PROM official thread/reviews/reactions Dec 12
2020, 10:36:01 AM
I just think if I went into every show expecting a Sondheim show I would quickly find myself becoming After Eight and hating everything I saw, so I manage my expectations accordingly.
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Netflix's THE PROM official thread/reviews/reactions Dec 12
2020, 07:36:15 AM
What I love about this (and it might be the same for the stage show too, haven't seen it) - is that in my opinion it cleverly makes enough fun of Broadway, Broadway actors, Broadway fans, Broadway community, the musical artform itself etc.....that when it comes to the overly sentimental parts, or social justice messaging etc. it is very easy to swallow and feels sincere. It is preachy without feeling preachy because it is not taking itself too seriously. This is a very difficult
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Glenn Close gives a 'Sunset Boulevard' movie update Dec 7
2020, 01:51:01 PM
Eek this sounds like something that could easily fall through, especially if budgets are tight after what I assume is a disastrous year for production studios. I hope she gets her wish - I am not really a fan of her Norma (very poorly sung) but it might work better on film when it's closer up and focusing on the acting - plus the studio can help her through the vocals.
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Anyone here from Sydney? Frozen Australia questions Dec 2
2020, 10:55:08 AM
The Capitol is a large barn and I’m guessing the 85% will mean not filling the nosebleed section up in the rear mezz that in my experience can start to get a bit thin in terms of sales for longer successful runs anyway (e.g. see Wicked). I suspect the bigger problem will be even trying to move the seats that are on sale. From what I can see, it doesn’t look like people are rushing to the theatre. Additionally, my understanding is that Pippin over at the lyric has not exactly been a financial cas
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Jay's ANYONE CAN WHISTLE recording is Nov 25
2020, 02:01:31 PM
Some early thoughts after listening for a bit:
* The recording is clearly 'definitive' in my opinion due to the combination of quality, completeness and performances - although of course there are aspects of the OBC that are hard to repeat (energy & Lansbury's performance), and of course I think Bernadette turns out a great performance on the concert CD.
* The packaging looks nice and I now appreciate the art work much more than just seeing that ear
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Hedwig writers defend non-trans casting in cancelled production Nov 24
2020, 03:27:43 PM
https://www.smh.com.au/culture/musicals/anyone-should-be-able-to-play-hedwig-creators-defend-show-over-casting-controversy-20201118-p56fpy.html
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Jay's ANYONE CAN WHISTLE recording is Nov 23
2020, 03:10:29 PM
Pre-orders are apparently shipping now...
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Controversy over film that Leslie Odom, Jr. is in Nov 21
2020, 01:31:47 PM
Within the trashy pop music world Sia is Sondheim as a writer and Bernadette Peters as a singer. As far as I'm concerned, she is a genius. The 1 minute trailer looks incredible and I am glad that Sia has been able to showcase and tell the story of a character with autism on a major stage. This is rare, and although perhaps a missed opportunity RE: actor of choice still something to be celebrated in my opinion.
Unfortunately, Sia suffers openly from a myriad of e
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Megan Mullally to star in Kathleen Marshall’s ANYTHING GOES in London Nov 20
2020, 04:12:12 AM
I’m also stoked - the show is easy fun and Megan is funny with a pleasant voice.. I’ve already seen it a couple of times with ‘right’ casting (including Sutton) so happy for something different.
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Encores Will Present INTO THE WOODS Nov 18
2020, 03:03:55 PM
Well, you know I always have to ask it - any chance they could bring Bernadette back for the Witch?
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Hamilton’s New Marquee Nov 17
2020, 05:14:24 PM
Maybe but wouldn’t Hamilton be one of the few shows that likely won’t need to resort to stunt casting?
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Hamilton’s New Marquee Nov 17
2020, 04:18:20 PM
Tag said: "They should add one of those hanging signs underneath the marquee that says "just you wait"."
Yes that’s a good idea!
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