I am excited for those in the tour going to the movie, and I wish them all of them the best on their future projects.
Congratulations!
"Zac is sweet as can be. He's very much just a sweet kid from California who happens to have a face that looks like it was drawn by Michelangelo, (if Michelangelo did anime)." -Adam Shankman.
"I haven't left this building since Windows 3.1!"
"Celebrating a birthday this week: Rene Descartes is 412! Do you know who he is? Then why are you watching this show? You could probably get into college and even get one of those job things. As for the rest of us; Amanda Bynes is 22! Yay!" -E!'s "The Soup"
I saw this tour several times in San Francisco and last week in San Jose. Thanks for a great show! You guys will all be missed.
"I've lost everything! Luis, Marty, my baby with Chris, Chris himself, James. All I ever wanted was love." --Sheridan Crane "Passions"
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"Housework is like bad sex. Every time I do it, I swear I'll never do it again til the next time company comes."--"Lulu"
from "Can't Stop The Music"
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"When the right doors didn't open for him, he went through the wrong ones" - "Sweet Bird of Youth"
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"Passions" is uncancelled! See NBC.com for more info.
I also had the pleasure of seeing this tour and thought it was every bit as wonderful as the original one on Broadway. (I only saw the original cast so I can't speak for an others.) Bravo to each of you!
"Zac is sweet as can be. He's very much just a sweet kid from California who happens to have a face that looks like it was drawn by Michelangelo, (if Michelangelo did anime)." -Adam Shankman.
"I haven't left this building since Windows 3.1!"
"Celebrating a birthday this week: Rene Descartes is 412! Do you know who he is? Then why are you watching this show? You could probably get into college and even get one of those job things. As for the rest of us; Amanda Bynes is 22! Yay!" -E!'s "The Soup"
I saw the show twice when it came to Chicago!! and that's at $80 a ticket and $28 of parking each time!! But it was totally worth it! You guys rocked, best of luck in all you do :)
and all that I could do because of you was talk of love...
Out of all the shows I've seen, I've seen this one the most - 4 times in Boston! Maybe I'll go see it down in New York one day this summer. Great show, great fun.
"We like to snark around here. Sometimes we actually talk about theater...but we try not to let that get in our way." - dramamama611
Just to clarify.....yes, there is a Non-Equity tour that will soon follow. They are being produced by NETWorks. They are starting in Atlantic City with the 90 minute "Vegas" version and supposedly continuing with the full length version of the show.
Well, I actually know a little more than that but that's all I feel that I should say.
Thank you again to broadwayworld and it's members for your support for the past 3 years.
'acrocksyo' was tehre - hopefully he will post a review.
"Zac is sweet as can be. He's very much just a sweet kid from California who happens to have a face that looks like it was drawn by Michelangelo, (if Michelangelo did anime)." -Adam Shankman.
"I haven't left this building since Windows 3.1!"
"Celebrating a birthday this week: Rene Descartes is 412! Do you know who he is? Then why are you watching this show? You could probably get into college and even get one of those job things. As for the rest of us; Amanda Bynes is 22! Yay!" -E!'s "The Soup"
I was at last night's last Equity show of Hairspray and I am proud to give you a review of one of the best of the many performances I have had the pleasure of attending across the country. I am sad to see this talented cast part ways, as I see them as a family of dynamic spirit that exudes on stage.
The ever vivacious Jimmy V. led the musicians and cast to a full house. You could literally feel his enthusiasm (as well as see it from almost any seat). (Portland is also to be commended on being a perfect audience -- they got every joke and gave the cast the feedback they also deserved!!)
The cast -- not surprisingly, Keala Settle was truly her at her best last night. She danced and sang and let everyone feel her Tracy. She was as loveable as could be.
Jim J. Bullock...as Wilbur, ever the hysterical wise guy did his usual cracking up during "Timeless To Me" and the combination with he and JP Dougherty as Edna had the audience roaring!!!
One of the much touching highlights of the show was Charlotte Cossley's "I Know Where I've Been". Whether it was that she was teary eyed throughout it, or that many of us just plain old understood the words of the song, I doubt there were many dry eyes in the audience. I know that I sat clenching Keala's mom's hand as we both wiped away tears. What an incredible performance!
Alan Mingo as Seawood never ceases to amaze me, and once again that was the case. He, and Melissa Larsen as Penny were truly terrific! Likewise, Tara Macri as Amber and Susan Henley as Velma are equally convincing. Jane Blass is so incredible in all of her character roles that it took me a few shows to realize that she was all three people!
The evening's performance concluded with all the standbys, swings and crew brought on stage for bows and a special speech made by Keala. It was a beautiful articulation to acknowledge the work that this beautiful group of people did together.
Although I have not personally included all of the principals or ensemble members in this review, I must tell you, they are all gifted and talented people and amazing human beings.
That's good to hear that they are touring with the full version and not the 90-min "Vegas" version, I was worried since I haven't seen it yet! (It's coming near me in Feb.)
Congratulations on a great run. This show was so much fun. Keala Settle deserves great things in her future, as does the entire company. Thank you all for a most enjoyable experience!
Hey Dottie, the last show was very good and pretty focused considering everything. There weren't as many tears as I expected. The only producers that came were Margo Lion and Edam Epstein. Our General Manager Laura Green made it to the closing night party. The party was nice. We received "letters" from most of the creative team. However, none were in attendance for our party or closing show. Considering the scope and success of this tour, the closing was surprisingly understated. Some in the company took it personally. I choose to be grateful for the gig. Now it's onto the next.......... Updated On: 6/29/06 at 03:52 AM
I hope they know how much the fans appreciate their work! :)
"Zac is sweet as can be. He's very much just a sweet kid from California who happens to have a face that looks like it was drawn by Michelangelo, (if Michelangelo did anime)." -Adam Shankman.
"I haven't left this building since Windows 3.1!"
"Celebrating a birthday this week: Rene Descartes is 412! Do you know who he is? Then why are you watching this show? You could probably get into college and even get one of those job things. As for the rest of us; Amanda Bynes is 22! Yay!" -E!'s "The Soup"