|
|
Post by Deleted on Nov 17, 2016 19:38:12 GMT
Based on the film with Martin Freeman.
Written and directed by Debbie Isitt (writer and director of the films), music and lyrics by Isitt and Nicky Ager, choreography by Andrew Wright and design by David Woodhead.
Opens at the Birmingham REP in October 2017 before touring over next Christmas. Includes a run at the Hammersmith Apollo.
|
|
7,061 posts
|
Post by Jon on Nov 17, 2016 19:45:07 GMT
I didn't mind the first film but the second and third films were pretty awful! Wonder if Marc Wootton will reprise the role of Mr Poppy.
|
|
|
|
Post by Deleted on Nov 17, 2016 19:54:34 GMT
The workshop footage shows Simon Lipkin and Daniel Boys involved (and a few others who I don't recognise).
|
|
7,061 posts
|
Post by Jon on Nov 17, 2016 20:13:53 GMT
Simon Lipkin probably is playing Mr Poppy in the workshop and Boys the Martin Freeman character.
The venues they're touring are a mismatch of sizes. The Hammersmith Apollo is huge and I do wonder if it'll get lost in the bigger venues like the Manchester Palace.
|
|
|
|
Post by Deleted on Nov 17, 2016 20:34:39 GMT
The first one was good fun, the second okay but the third was terrible. I hope it does not keep going downhill from here, This could be good but probably will just be bad and okay at best. Let's hope it at least sparkle and shines.
|
|
|
|
Post by Deleted on Nov 17, 2016 20:40:29 GMT
Simon Lipkin probably is playing Mr Poppy in the workshop and Boys the Martin Freeman character. The venues they're touring are a mismatch of sizes. The Hammersmith Apollo is huge and I do wonder if it'll get lost in the bigger venues like the Manchester Palace. The Birmingham REP's stage is actually quite big, so as it is being built there then I'm sure the set will fill it, and for Manchester, Hammersmith and Leeds. It will probably just be modified for the smaller venues (Southend, Sheffield and Belgrade, Coventry - who are apparently producing but doesn't say anything about heading there yet). |
|
433 posts
|
Post by DuchessConstance on Nov 17, 2016 20:55:54 GMT
God help me I will probably see this.
|
|
1,013 posts
|
Post by talkstageytome on Nov 18, 2016 0:12:07 GMT
Can't believe I'm saying this but I can actually see this being quite good.
|
|
|
|
Post by Deleted on May 2, 2017 16:15:18 GMT
|
|
|
|
Post by Deleted on May 2, 2017 17:34:39 GMT
Sarah Earnshaw is such a great choice for Jennifer! Not who I expected though. I hope we get to hear her full out belting in this show
|
|
|
|
Post by Deleted on May 2, 2017 17:38:16 GMT
Simon will be hilarious! He has been fantastic in the three shows I have seen him in!  |
|
4,361 posts
|
Post by shady23 on May 2, 2017 17:44:05 GMT
I'm not a fan of this film but I am a fan of Daniel, Simon and Sarah so will be booking.
|
|
8,108 posts
|
Post by alece10 on May 2, 2017 19:32:37 GMT
I came upon the film over Christmas knowing nothing about it and decided to watch it. Have to say I really enjoyed it and thought it was great fun. Some good songs too.
So with the added attraction of Messrs Boys and Lipkin (who are two of my favourite performers) being on stage together its just got to be done and I will have to see it. Not sure I fancy Hammersmith Apollo so think I might try Southend or even combine it with a pre Christmas visit to my family in Cornwall and see it in Plymouth.
|
|
|
|
Post by Deleted on May 2, 2017 20:34:44 GMT
I'm glad I booked to see this in Plymouth now.
|
|
8,108 posts
|
Post by alece10 on May 2, 2017 21:20:53 GMT
So is Wind in the Willows a limited run?
|
|
2,775 posts
|
Post by daniel on May 2, 2017 21:28:27 GMT
So is Wind in the Willows a limited run? Yes, followed by a potential tour I believe. |
|
2,452 posts
|
Post by theatremadness on May 2, 2017 21:29:04 GMT
So is Wind in the Willows a limited run? Yes, I *think* that was always the plan if I remember correctly! |
|
|
|
Post by Deleted on Jul 10, 2017 22:45:58 GMT
|
|
183 posts
|
Post by sirdaniel on Jul 10, 2017 23:01:08 GMT
|
|
|
|
Post by oxfordsimon on Jul 10, 2017 23:40:10 GMT
I hope the rest of the score is better than that. It is clearly a pastiche on the Coke advert 'Holidays are Coming'but not a good one.
I do like the original film and it could make a sweet family show - but it needs better musical material to capture my attention.
Fingers crossed for the rest of it
|
|
5,142 posts
|
Post by TallPaul on Jul 11, 2017 13:05:35 GMT
It is clearly a pastiche on the Coke advert 'Holidays are Coming'but not a good one. But if they drive a big red truck onto the stage during the show, I'm there to see that happen. You never know. The Leeds Grand Theatre does have a truck lift so modern pantechnicons can use the scenery dock.
Get your train tickets booked!
|
|
8,108 posts
|
Post by alece10 on Jul 12, 2017 5:58:59 GMT
Just listened to the song on EP. Really liked it.
|
|
183 posts
|
Post by sirdaniel on Oct 12, 2017 11:34:21 GMT
|
|
2,384 posts
|
Post by theatreian on Oct 12, 2017 13:43:21 GMT
Am seeing his in Birmingham on November 5th. Seems a bit early for Nativity but hey! Main reason for seeing this is for Daniel Boys. I love his voice.
|
|
5,142 posts
|
Post by TallPaul on Oct 12, 2017 13:44:37 GMT
Am seeing his in Birmingham on November 5th. Seems a bit early for Nativity but hey! Main reason for seeing this is for Daniel Boys. I love his voice. Aren't you the lucky one. Hope everything goes with a bang!!! |
|
