Why don't my broadway programs say playbill on them? Feb 6
2019, 10:07:51 PM
Program printing is handled by the venue and not all venues go through Playbill. No other reason. Not an indicator of equity or not.
Re-reading To Kill a Mockingbird before seeing the show? Jan 26
2019, 03:09:13 PM
Thats a great way of looking at it; to analyze the objective of the changes. I love thoughtful reimaginations of beloved plays and musicals. No reason to see this differently.
Re-reading To Kill a Mockingbird before seeing the show? Jan 26
2019, 01:58:27 PM
Apologies if its been discussed, but Im trying not to read a lot about the production. I know Atticus character development is different on stage, but thats pretty much all I know.
Im wondering if people recommend reading/re-reading TKAM ahead of seeing the play? Its been so long since I was steeped in these characters and I have the urge, but know Ill potentially be opening myself up to too much comparison of the entities as I watch.
Any thoughts of those who know both the n
Mean Girls/ contracts Jan 18
2019, 12:36:27 AM
Wondering if anyone has heard anything about any possible cast extensions?
$75!? Then my original Broadway Playbill signed by Idina and Kristin must be worth a small fortune!
Tootsie - Chicago tryout Sep 12
2018, 01:05:48 AM
The fact that the ensemble doesn’t respond to “30 minutes to places” in the number that features the Legacy Robe is such a missed opportunity for a show with so many theatre gems!
Tootsie - Chicago tryout Sep 12
2018, 12:51:20 AM
Disagree about the empowerment lines. Frankly, I feel like adapting Tootsie and Mrs Doubtfire in 2018/19, is shortsided. Those lines kept it relevant.
Tootsie - Chicago tryout Sep 12
2018, 12:40:29 AM
The book is hysterical. Santino is very charming, Lilli sounds incredible, and Sarah Stiles steals the show.
No songs are bad, many are very entertaining, and all well-delivered, but given how deeply in love with TBV score, I was a bit disappointed. Sarah’s song/reprises and Lilli’s backstory song were the highlights for me.
Many parts felt very Broadway Insider, which I wonder how tourists will react to?
The show says some wonderful things about equality and the pow
I bought the Mean Girls cast recording on vinyl today and am super disappointed with the sound quality. There seems to be an ambient surface noise throughout the entire recording and the pitch is not right. The ladies sound a bit chipmunk-y.
I know this probably isn’t flying off shelves, but anyone else happen to purchase and find the same issue?
Other than the sound, it’s so not fetch (I hate myself) that they didn’t take any care in the design. Sure,
Last night, there was a technical issue with the LED walls during the curtain call. They didn't move in and effectively blocked the principal actors from entering to take their bows (at least, that's what I think happened). After the ensemble bowed, there was a good 30-40 seconds of an empty stage, lights flashing, orchestra playing - the Chers then came on to sing the "Believe" finale and Stephanie starts the song with "what am I supposed to do - LITERALLY!"
Beyonce on Broadway? Jun 30
2018, 06:22:28 PM
Beyoncé can act the hell out of a song when she performs. With proper training, if she could tap into that raw energy, I think she could be an actress.
Dreamgirls was released 11 years ago and since then, Beyoncé has released her most personal, artistically-driven works. She keeps elevating herself as an artist and to think she’s incapable of doing that in all capacities is silly. Beyoncé loves to prove people wrong.
There wasn't really a cancellation line for the Wednesday matinee this week (no SRO either). They said someone normally works it, but he wasn't there. I was the only one who waited around and was told to keep going back to the box office and see if anything became available. Eventually left to snag a ticket for something else.
Fingers crossed that I luck out with the lottery on Sunday and can see it before I head out of town. FOMO.
Rumpelstiltskin said: "I rely on this blogfor seating advice, and he includes AA in his recommendation for the best seats in the house."
The seating suggestions seem legit, but..."Presently the theatre is home to the groundbreaking musical, Meteor Shower." lol
Why no CAROUSEL video clips? Apr 28
2018, 01:31:49 PM
There were a few clips in the CBS Sunday Morning feature on Justin Peck, but certainly nothing extensive.
Why no CAROUSEL video clips? Apr 28
2018, 01:31:49 PM
There were a few clips in the CBS Sunday Morning feature on Justin Peck, but certainly nothing extensive.
I'm going to be doing the in-person lottery for the Wednesday matinee on May 9th. I'm going for a single ticket. If any solo theatregoers would be into linking up and shooting for a pair to double our chances, let me know!
Name Change for Gypsy Robe Ceremony Apr 18
2018, 07:45:50 PM
I will NEVER understand when people have an aversion to inclusion, sensitivity, or change. Move along or go extinct already. Talk about snowflakes, my god.
