Two weeks ago I saw The Prom on a Thursday night and I really enjoyed it. Was it a perfect show by any means? No. But what I really loved about it was how it was just fun. Nothing more too it, just plain all in all fun. I also really admired how much the cast was enjoying themselves especially the ensemble.
Now my concern really is their grosses. For a little (ish) show at a small to medium sized house (Longacre), it needs to be selling better and it just isn't. What's more concerning is that they've already performed at the parade, gma, and the late show and not much has changed its really just stayed the same. IMO I feel like it will linger til the nominations ceremony which will either make or break its run. It sounds risky as that's a month away but fingers crossed this may be what helps it, even though we know it won't be winning anything huge it's still a hope!! What do you guys think?? Does it have any chance?
I think it has strong chances at winning awards. Its got great performances strong direction and great music funny book. No other currently open musicals are contenders in my opinion. I think The Prom...Hadestown and Tootsie will probably have the strongest chances.
The cast just shot a huge new promo campaign, they should be open through the Tonys. The show has had similar grosses to Gentleman's Guide back in late 2013/early 2014. Not saying The Prom will win the tony but hopefully wants nominations come out the sales will pick up. It really is such a special gem that everyone should see.
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Posted: 3/12/19 at 1:11am