Question about Phantom (Spoilers) Oct 23
2018, 07:39:09 PM
Phantom4ever, please point out the “surprises” in either of those numbers that would be relevant to the issue the OP is asking about. If you can’t think of any, then maybe cut the unnecessary snark.
"Original" Musicals Oct 23
2018, 01:53:59 PM
I don’t think a lot of people have problems with “movies becoming musicals” in and of itself so much as they have a problem with the fact that so many of these adaptations make no attempt to create a unique theatregoing experience and instead are lazy in putting a carbon copy of the film onstage, just with songs. Like j.garcia said, the show needs to justify its existence as an adaptation.
Melissa25 said: "Went to see A Star is Born this weekend and caught this trailer for the first time and actually shed a tear. Cannot wait to see this. Let’s start talking about our predictions for Rob Marshall winning thebest director oscar."
CATS is a fun, creative show that really pushed the idea of family-friendly Broadway fare. (And I know some people on this board hate the idea of kids enjoying theatre, but I always think it’s great when people find their interests at a young age.)
That being said, this movie sounds like it’s going to suck. I don’t think CATS is something that can lend itself well to a non-stage environment, and these random changes they’re making are just plain dumb. Why do
Judi Dench signed on for CATS film Oct 19
2018, 06:42:44 PM
NotTheComfyChair said: "Elfuhbuh said: "Isn’t Old Deuteronomy traditionally played by a black man? I’m sure we’ll be hearing some words about this switch..."
I hope not. The Deuteronomy for the first production, which was in London in 1981, was Brian Blessed. Very white and very loud.
Judi Dench signed on for CATS film Oct 19
2018, 03:48:09 PM
Isn’t Old Deuteronomy traditionally played by a black man? I’m sure we’ll be hearing some words about this switch...
Wicked Movie Cast (rumors, dreamcasts, etc.) Oct 18
2018, 12:41:34 AM
They could definitely cast unknowns in the two leads and pick stars for most of the supporting cast. I don't see any reason to force a bad fit with Anna Kendrick or Ariana Grande.
Cody Simpson to make Broadway debut in Anastasia as Dmitry Oct 18
2018, 12:25:37 AM
Stan Twitter is just being obnoxious at this point. Cody Simpson hasn't even done anything to warrant anger, and yet these kids are trying to make it sound like it's some huge scandal that led to him being cast. Yeah, Zach was probably let go, but that's the unfortunate nature of show business. If you're not packing in the seats, then someone has to take your place.
g.d.e.l.g.i. said: "Dance of the Vampires, but not with that title and definitely without the NY book. A team is actively making efforts in this direction."
I was just about to say the same thing. I wonder if such a revival would be eligible for “Best Revival,” or if it would be considered a different show from the original Broadway production.
Justin D said: "Does this show really have a market in today's theatre world. Not to mention its about a woman chasing after different men to 'complete' her life. I just dont see this working in this time period."
Yeah, STRONG women don’t want romance! Romance is a product of the Patriarchy! Romance just isn’t PC anymore!
Are we going to make a thread like this every time a show opens?
New Mary Poppins Returns Trailer! Sep 17
2018, 05:38:30 PM
If anything, I'm more worried that they may have unintentionally copied Nanny McPhee with the whole "nanny comes to save everyone after mother's death leaves the family in shambles" plot.
SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS closing Sept.16 Sep 17
2018, 02:01:30 PM
Surely “Best Direction” would be judging by direction alone, no? If you want to say SpongeBob “as a show” was a mess, then that would be the argument for why it didn’t win Best Musical, not Direction.
^ You might want to go tell that to the kiddos over on Twitter.
Heathers West End Sep 6
2018, 03:56:36 PM
Maybe you shouldn’t ask for people to share their thoughts on the show if you only want to hear opinions that align exactly with yours. So. :) :)
