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Post by Jon on Sept 18, 2023 10:20:40 GMT
I keep seeing Shaq in his IKEA ads I wonder if he gets repeat fees for that or if it was a high one-off payment? |
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Post by theatrefan62 on Sept 20, 2023 16:58:32 GMT
Looks like the tour cast is being announced tomorrow
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Post by theatrefan62 on Sept 21, 2023 11:05:33 GMT
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Post by alece10 on Sept 21, 2023 11:48:00 GMT
Really pleased for Daniel Boys. He should be more famous than he is.
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Post by maggiem on Sept 21, 2023 14:58:40 GMT
I'm sure the guy playing Hamilton is the one with the "crib" in the Ikea adverts!
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Post by ThereWillBeSun on Sept 21, 2023 15:12:04 GMT
I'm sure the guy playing Hamilton is the one with the "crib" in the Ikea adverts! He is! Played Beast in Beauty and the Beast last year. Recognised him straight away! |
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Post by panda on Sept 21, 2023 16:59:03 GMT
Well I’m quite excited by that announcement. I’m certain Aisha Jawando will make a great Angelica - she was a lovely Alline Bullock in the original Tina cast; Sam Oladeinde gave a great performance in Come From Away when I saw that last. Lots of people I’ve not seen before but most with great credits behind them.
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Post by cheesy116 on Nov 12, 2023 1:52:45 GMT
Was anyone at the first show for this ? Or has anyone read any opinion/comments about it ?
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Post by threeletteracronym on Nov 17, 2023 14:01:02 GMT
I saw this in Manchester earlier on in the week. I came to it 'fresh', ie, never having seen it before, live or filmed, and I deliberately didnt look up snipppets beforehand either. I knew the broad outline of the story and what to expect in terms of singing style. It seems very hyped (see also Six) which then leads to lesser quality in my opinion.
I thought it was really really good. Really interesting story, told well. All of the cast were charismatic. I've been admiring the man-from-Ikea and his crib for awhile so it's quite embarrassing I didnt realise it was him until quite late on (I'm blaming my varifocals!!!). Him, King George, Lafayette/Jefferson were all wonderful. (King George was definitely enjoying himself.)
I'm not a big fan of rap/hip hop or Greatest Showman style singing but I still really enjoyed it. I would happily see the performance again (and I might well do) but I cant see myself playing the music on repeat.
I realise the tickets are expensive (£90 in the stalls, for me) but it is a big cast with a live orchestra and that costs.
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Nov 17, 2023 15:01:46 GMT
I saw this in Manchester earlier on in the week. I came to it 'fresh', ie, never having seen it before, live or filmed, and I deliberately didnt look up snipppets beforehand either. I knew the broad outline of the story and what to expect in terms of singing style. It seems very hyped (see also Six) which then leads to lesser quality in my opinion. I thought it was really really good. Really interesting story, told well. All of the cast were charismatic. I've been admiring the man-from-Ikea and his crib for awhile so it's quite embarrassing I didnt realise it was him until quite late on (I'm blaming my varifocals!!!). Him, King George, Lafayette/Jefferson were all wonderful. (King George was definitely enjoying himself.) I'm not a big fan of rap/hip hop or Greatest Showman style singing but I still really enjoyed it. I would happily see the performance again (and I might well do) but I cant see myself playing the music on repeat. I realise the tickets are expensive (£90 in the stalls, for me) but it is a big cast with a live orchestra and that costs. Good to hear that. I’m in a similar position and haven’t been looking forward to it much. Maybe it will be way better than I’m expecting. |
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Post by danb on Nov 17, 2023 15:19:23 GMT
I saw this in Manchester earlier on in the week. I came to it 'fresh', ie, never having seen it before, live or filmed, and I deliberately didnt look up snipppets beforehand either. I knew the broad outline of the story and what to expect in terms of singing style. It seems very hyped (see also Six) which then leads to lesser quality in my opinion. I thought it was really really good. Really interesting story, told well. All of the cast were charismatic. I've been admiring the man-from-Ikea and his crib for awhile so it's quite embarrassing I didnt realise it was him until quite late on (I'm blaming my varifocals!!!). Him, King George, Lafayette/Jefferson were all wonderful. (King George was definitely enjoying himself.) I'm not a big fan of rap/hip hop or Greatest Showman style singing but I still really enjoyed it. I would happily see the performance again (and I might well do) but I cant see myself playing the music on repeat. I realise the tickets are expensive (£90 in the stalls, for me) but it is a big cast with a live orchestra and that costs. Good to hear that. I’m in a similar position and haven’t been looking forward to it much. Maybe it will be way better than I’m expecting. Have you never seen it at all Burly? |
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Nov 17, 2023 15:24:49 GMT
Good to hear that. I’m in a similar position and haven’t been looking forward to it much. Maybe it will be way better than I’m expecting. Have you never seen it at all Burly? No, to be honest I’ve had a bit of a downer on it right from the start. From what I thought was a pretty hysterical (over)reaction to the Broadway production, then the buildup to it opening here, the absolute nonsense around ticketing, the prices…I just thought “stuff it, I’m not joining in”. Haven’t watched the filmed version either. But seeing as it’s going to be on stage two minutes walk away from my front door I can’t really NOT see it I think. |
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Post by anthony40 on Nov 17, 2023 15:28:45 GMT
Come on BurlyBeaR. Make the effort and walk 3 minutes!
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Nov 17, 2023 15:48:56 GMT
Come on BurlyBeaR. Make the effort and walk 3 minutes! I’m booked! |
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Post by Jonnyboy on Nov 20, 2023 23:43:34 GMT
Saw tonight in Manchester and it was magnificent. I enjoyed it more than in London, probably because I knew the story better so could relate better to the characters. All the cast are brilliant. And Daniel Boys is an amazing King George.
Tempted to go back but doubt I’ll get as good a deal as I did. Front row end classed as restricted view but it really wasn’t and at £49 a bargain. I believe the same seats are £80+ now.
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Post by Jonnyboy on Nov 22, 2023 12:51:32 GMT
5 star rave in The Guardian for last night’s opening night.
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Post by richey on Nov 25, 2023 17:23:29 GMT
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Nov 25, 2023 17:40:44 GMT
I think you’ve a better chance on a Monday night than a Friday… for some reason! 🍷 🍺 🥂 |
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Post by Musicality21 on Nov 25, 2023 19:00:37 GMT
I think you’ve a better chance on a Monday night than a Friday… for some reason! 🍷 🍺 🥂 I'm going on a Friday night... didn't think that one through! 🤔 😆 |
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Post by Jonnyboy on Nov 25, 2023 23:30:46 GMT
I thought Hamilton audiences would be above this somehow as it’s not the sort of show to attract ‘that crowd’ but alas…
What an embarrassment.
Pathetic that people can’t go to the theatre and just sit there.
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Post by Wilf on Nov 26, 2023 10:17:03 GMT
I’m hoping for the best as I’m at this Wednesday’s matinee. I will stick to the crimble crumble at the Manchester Christmas market beforehand.
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Post by richey on Nov 27, 2023 23:57:24 GMT
Just back from tonight's show with a thankfully well behaved audience.
I'd never really understood all the hype but thought I couldn't pass the chance to get a really cheap seat at the back of the stalls in the original ATG Presale.
Glad I did as I really enjoyed it. I knew some of the music wouldn't be to my style and I did struggle to hear some of the words in the first few numbers- Shaq was off and alternate Jonathan was on.
However I absolutely loved the staging. The choreography and the lighting were amazing. I enjoyed the second half better, highlights for me being The Room where It Happens and the movement in the final duel which gave me goosebumps.
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Post by threeletteracronym on Nov 30, 2023 11:54:39 GMT
I'm not a big fan of rap/hip hop or Greatest Showman style singing but I still really enjoyed it. I would happily see the performance again (and I might well do) but I cant see myself playing the music on repeat. Quoting myself here... but I've offered my niece tickets for her Christmas present so I can go again, heh heh heh. (She really likes musicals but her parents dont at all - weirdos - so I get to be a fabulous relative by taking her myself. Easy win.) |
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Dec 5, 2023 23:13:54 GMT
Act 1 ⭐️⭐️
Act 2 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
So that’s ⭐️⭐️⭐️ overall for me. I just find it hard to connect with rap/hip hop and it’s a good 20 minutes too long. Can’t fault the production values and performances though.
Daniel Boyes wasn’t on as the king but the understudy was good and got laughs in all the right places.
Pleased I saw it, probably wouldn't see it again.
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Post by danb on Dec 6, 2023 5:41:21 GMT
Act 1 ⭐️⭐️ Act 2 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ So that’s ⭐️⭐️⭐️ overall for me. I just find it hard to connect with rap/hip hop and it’s a good 20 minutes too long. Can’t fault the production values and performances though. Daniel Boyes wasn’t on as the king but the understudy was good and got laughs in all the right places. Pleased I saw it, probably wouldn't see it again. It IS a good 20 minutes too long, and the heft is definitely in act one. Less is more in some cases, or perhaps the second half of his life was just more interesting? So pleased you gave it a go. |
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