Ferryman Timing Question
Ferryman Timing Question
#1Ferryman Timing Question
Posted: 2/21/19 at 3:08am
Hey all,
Im thinking about going to the ferryman in april, and was wondering if the 3.5 hours goes by pretty fast? My dad has back issues and I wanted to take him since he loves these types of plays, but am afraid it might be a little long.
TIA.
#2Ferryman Timing Question
Posted: 2/21/19 at 6:49am
I think it depends where you sit. I’ve seen it from rear mezz and there were points it felt long. I last saw the play from front row and wow what a difference! Felt like I was in the Carney house just observing. The stage isn't that high. If front row is already taken or out of the budget, try getting an aisle seat.
Updated On: 2/21/19 at 06:49 AM
#3Ferryman Timing Question
Posted: 2/21/19 at 7:26am
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Wouldn't his back be indifferent to the perceived pace of the play? I would imagine that he would get uncomfortable after XX amount of time in a seat, and whether he was enjoying what was onstage or not wouldn't have much bearing on it?
LarryD2
Broadway Legend Joined: 9/1/14
#4Ferryman Timing Question
Posted: 2/21/19 at 8:00am
The show runs 3 hours, 15 minutes. The formal intermission comes a little after an hour into the running time. The final two acts are played with just a brief pause (less than 5 minutes the night I saw it). If your dad can manage to sit for ~2 hours, he should be fine. Or perhaps you could consider taking a small pillow, if that would help. I would recommend getting orchestra seats, if possible, as the mezzanine at the Jacobs is a lot tighter.
Updated On: 2/21/19 at 08:00 AM
#5Ferryman Timing Question
Posted: 2/21/19 at 8:11am
I thought the play flew by. My Audience Reward seat was orchestra row M seat 1, which was the *perfect* seat not just because of the great view, but also because there was no seat in front of me so I could stretch out and have more space.
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#6Ferryman Timing Question
Posted: 2/21/19 at 8:16am
I have chronic lower back pain as well. I was so engrossed in the Carneys that I didn't notice it until I finally stood up. Did I hurt? Sure. Do I regret sitting that long? Not for a minute.
I returned a second time to see the new cast. I brought a small lumbar support pillow with me.
henrikegerman
Broadway Legend Joined: 4/29/05
#7Ferryman Timing Question
Posted: 2/21/19 at 8:51am
OP, it flies by fast for the heart and the mind
But that won’t mean much to your dad’s back.
