Netflix's THE PROM official thread/reviews/reactions Dec 13
2020, 02:44:40 PM
My brief thoughts (I saw the show on Broadway and fell in love with it. Beth Leavel is a QUEEN!):
-I loved it. It's a feel good, never-takes-itself-too-seriously two hours of joy and fun with a timely message. And the timing of its release... after a disgustingly divisive four years in this country, with hope finally around the corner in both a vaccine and new administration.. is perfection.
-Meryl is one of the finest actors on the planet today. Period. I wouldn't class
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ANNIE (1977 Original Broadway Cast) Nov 27
2020, 12:09:10 PM
Great pic! Thanks for sharing.
Good point about it now being 'a kid show.' Just judging from the Tony clip, it seemed much more like an 'event' and never had the feel of 'a kid show.' It was Broadway at its best.
I recently watched a clip of the troubled '97 showing Nell Carter in 'Easy Street.' As strong and veteran a performer Carter was, her 'Easy Street' (with her Rooster and Lily) weren't even in the same hemisph
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ANNIE (1977 Original Broadway Cast) Nov 27
2020, 09:56:07 AM
So this show fits into two categories for me right now:
-SHOWS YOU'RE CURRENTLY OBSESSED WITH
-OPENING NIGHT YOU'D LOVE TO GO BACK TO SEE
I've always enjoyed Annie but never been 'blown away' by any of the touring productions I've seen. And then you watch that glorious 10-minute performance from the Tonys and you can't help but smile from ear to ear the entire time. You instantly get why the original was such a hit and spawned revival after rev
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The Disney Golden Years Formula Oct 16
2020, 04:24:27 PM
Not the original golden years, but rather the rebirth of Disney animation that brought us what are now animated classics-turned Broadway musicals...
The same formula was used over and over again, but it worked so well because they knocked it out of the park every time. Not a clunker in the whole bunch. I'm so glad I grew up when I did so I could enjoy these in succession as a kid/teen and see them evolve on stage and screen once again.
The Little
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Current obsession: The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas Aug 29
2020, 07:47:26 AM
Perhaps a very underrated score. I LOVE "A Lil' Ole Bitty Pissant Country Place." Such a great, catchy, fun, upbeat song that also establishes character and advances the plot. Obsessed with the actress who plays Miss Mona.
Any other fans? How well was this received at the time?
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B'way closed thru 1/3 now Jun 30
2020, 08:31:50 AM
1. No Broadway means no touring Broadway shows as well, right? The ripple effects of this shutdown are also devastating to so many theatre districts nationwide, including restaurants who depend on the touring Broadway show weeks to survive.
2. Apologize for the ignorance of this question, but are all out-of-work Broadway actors, musicians, technicians, stage crew etc. on unemployment? If you're a member of a current show (HAMILTON, WICKED, MEAN GIRLS, etc.) are the shows still payi
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Rumor: HELLO, DOLLY! on HBO? Mar 22
2020, 09:34:23 AM
Funny timing of this post.
As I look at Broadway videos on YouTube to help occupy my time, I was reminded of a video posted shortly after the closing of the show of Bette's FINAL FINAL performance of the title song. Electric is an understatement. I was fortunate enough to be there that night (August 25th) and will never forget that experience for as long as I live. But the (illegal) video was, admittedly, a thrilling way to relive those 8 minutes. Not long after it was posted, the
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ANNIE: Why was Dorothy Loudon so great? Jul 18
2019, 03:24:06 PM
GIRLS! GIRLS!! Violence is never wise...
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THE BODYGUARD to Broadway - What Happened? Jul 2
2019, 04:59:12 PM
I'll pile on and agree. A truly awful piece of 'musical theatre.' Cox was the one and only highlight (and is genuinely a very nice person and gracious with her fans). The whole time I was watching it at Shea's in Buffalo I was thinking -- is this real, or am I trapped in some SNL skit of actors acting in a horrible production? It was laughable for all the wrong reasons.
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Is the choreography for THE PROM bad? Jun 30
2019, 03:16:45 PM
All analytics of choreography aside, this company is CRUSHING it. Their enthusiasm up there is inspiring.
Was the company really singing ‘Tonight Belongs To Us/It’s Time To Dance’ at the Tonys while also dancing their faces off? I’ve watched it over and over again and thought ‘how can they sound so loud and do good while doing that/after just doing all that?’ I thought the same with HAIRSPRAY performing ‘You Can’t Stop The Beat’ although that choreography was much less frenetic.
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Is the choreography for THE PROM bad? Jun 29
2019, 12:04:09 PM
This debate popped up on YouTube with the clip from the Tony performance. Several people were asking how the show couldnt possibly have been nominated for Best Choreography. One poster said it was because the choreography was glorified cheerleading moves and did not do what its supposed to do - tell a story.
I love the show and loved the Tony performance, but the choreography does bother me at times. It feels over-choreographed at times... to the point where the amazing Beth Leavel alm
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Comedic Showstoppers Jun 28
2019, 01:14:06 PM
“(You’re) Timeless to Me” from HAIRSPRAY
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Ryan Murphy To Develop Film Adaptation Of THE PROM For Netflix Jun 26
2019, 08:17:07 AM
Hollywood's been giving the middle finger to the Broadway stars who originated roles for years. Just ask Ethel Merman.
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Rock of Ages revival at New World Stages Jun 5
2019, 06:15:01 PM
I saw the tour last night in Buffalo. The current cast is incredibly talented. All of their voices are INSANE. It's a fun show that never takes itself too seriously.
That said, it had a 'cheap' feel to it compared to the original touring production I saw several years ago - from the set to the wigs to the wardrobe. I didn't enjoy a lot of the show being staged on a catwalk between two spiral staircases above the main stage. It also seemed longer - but maybe that's j
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Bernadette Peters May 14
2019, 03:02:36 PM
Wanted to share this with everyone on this board...
I was talking to a neighbor last night who now lives in Western New York but used to be a police officer in NYC. He was stationed in the precinct that includes Times Square. He was recalling that as a rookie officer, he was often stationed right outside the Marriott Marquis and, more specifically, the Marquis Theatre. This was during the run of the revival of 'Annie Get Your Gun.' He said he would see Bernadette almost nightly
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The Prom...GO SEE IT! May 10
2019, 03:34:31 PM
I echo just about everything in this thread.
I'll admit I haven't followed much about this show over the past year. In fact the one thing I remember most about it was the weird marketing last summer involving puppets (that was The Prom, right?)
I was in NYC last weekend and had time to see a Sunday matinee. I was debating between The Cher Show and The Prom. Everyone I asked said GO SEE THE PROM. And I'm SO GLAD I did. I think it's my new Hairspray/Kinky B
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KINKY BOOTS- sets April 7th closing Apr 8
2019, 02:58:50 PM
Anyone know how many members of the OBC were in the closing cast?
I have eight by my count - Charlie, Don, Trish, George, one of the angels, two more male factory workers and one more female (I'm sorry - I don't have my Playbill!)
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KINKY BOOTS- sets April 7th closing Apr 7
2019, 08:55:44 PM
The theatre was indeed electric from the moment ‘Don’ walked on stage.
Highlights!
-I’ve said it before. J. Harrison Ghee IS Lola. I believe this is the third time I’ve seen him and he NEVER disappoints. He’s fabulous in every way without being over the top. He was visibly moved by the long, standing ovation that followed ‘Hold Me In Your Heart.’
-Speaking of ‘Hold Me In Your Heart,’ I wanted to kill the guy in center mezz I believe who kept going ‘WOOOOO!” throughout
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KINKY BOOTS- sets April 7th closing Apr 7
2019, 11:57:46 AM
I was just going to provide an update but ACL2006 beat me to it! They opened the box office a little early too. I’m surprised there are enough tickets left to satisfy everyone in line, but happy everyone in line will (likely) get a ticket.
The box office guy from the theatre was super friendly. He said it’s a great but emotional day. He added the orchestra is not available to the public and former cast members would be in attendance. I asked if Cyndi will be here. He said he “couldn’t
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KINKY BOOTS- sets April 7th closing Apr 5
2019, 12:43:07 PM
So this "You-Had-Me-At-Shabam" KINKY BOOTS fan broke down and splurged on plane tickets and a theatre ticket to Sunday's final show (Left Mezz Row B). People will call me crazy. It was several hundred dollars. But I love this show and I'm so excited to hear those songs, see that dancing and watch this cast take its final bow. I attended the closing of HAIRSPRAY in 2009 and it was one of the most joyous experiences of my life. I am sure this will be right up there.
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