A “Perfect” Production
A “Perfect” Production
#1A “Perfect” Production
Posted: 7/3/19 at 12:13am
Often I see people here write statements like, “it isn’t a perfect show,” etc. I know the word “perfect” is incredibly subjective. But is there a common, universal definition of what makes a show “perfect”?
#2
Posted: 7/3/19 at 1:24am
PatrickDC said: "is there a common, universal definition of what makes a show “perfect”?"
Nope! None at all!
dramamama611
Broadway Legend Joined: 12/4/07
#3Perfection
Posted: 7/3/19 at 6:39am
Sure, a show where there are no flaws.
However, getting a majority of people (or any TWO here) to agree upon that being achieved is what is impossible.
If we're not having fun, then why are we doing it?
These are DISCUSSION boards, not mutual admiration boards. Discussion only occurs when we are willing to hear what others are thinking, regardless of whether it is alignment to our own thoughts.
#4Perfection
Posted: 7/3/19 at 7:06am1992 revival of Guys and Dolls is as perfect as I think we’ll get. Yes, everyone has their own idea of perfection. That’s mine.
#5Perfection
Posted: 7/3/19 at 8:05am
Art is entirely subjective, so no not really. In 2013 I thought the national tour of Memphis was absolute perfection, but doesn't mean everyone else does.
#6Perfection
Posted: 7/3/19 at 8:31am
The most recent revival of Hello, Dolly! was pretty damn perfect IMO.
"There’s nothing quite like the power and the passion of Broadway music. "
#7Perfection
Posted: 7/3/19 at 8:34am
^ I said this recently and then realized that it had the same director as that Guys and Dolls revival. To his credit, he directs pretty joyful musical revivals.
#8Perfection
Posted: 7/3/19 at 8:51am
The original 1973 Broadway production of A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC, to me is an example of the most perfect production i have ever seen...sets costumes dancing and actors, plus the most sublime score and book makes this the most of Sondheim's musicals, perfect!!
bwaylvsong
Broadway Legend Joined: 7/28/05
#9Perfection
Posted: 7/3/19 at 10:28am^I didn’t see the original production, but I agree that ALNM is a “perfect” musical- a gorgeous and consistent score (ie none that I would skip every time I listen to a recording), a story that’s interesting and followable, characters the audience cares about, and laughter and tears along the way.
