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Post by Deleted on Feb 15, 2016 11:28:26 GMT
Sat this Friday, thought it was enjoyable well put together production. The music isn't innovative or all that memorable but it's also not bad. I thought the cast were excellent particularity as noted Emma Williams. Lovely set as well. I think it'll do fine in London and have a good touring life.
Nudity was tastefully done and those ladies are all beautiful. I'm saying nothing more on that matter.
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Post by ncbears on Feb 15, 2016 19:08:37 GMT
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Post by Sue on Feb 15, 2016 19:42:34 GMT
ggersten, did you do that on purpose!!!
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Post by ncbears on Feb 15, 2016 19:49:46 GMT
ggersten, did you do that on purpose!!! No. I swear. I thought I executed the link maneuver correctly. Should be good now. I think. |
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Post by Michael on Feb 15, 2016 19:52:23 GMT
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Post by mrbarnaby on Feb 15, 2016 22:49:27 GMT
So that comment about 'smashed unattractive people ' still remains on here? Great moderating.
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Feb 15, 2016 23:03:29 GMT
So that comment about 'smashed unattractive people ' still remains on here? Great moderating. The original post has been toned down considerably in order to avoid offending anyone. If you still don't like it then that's unfortunate and I'm sorry, but we are not about creating some sort of fascist state where people can't express a point of view, regardless of how disagreeable you might find it to be. I think everyone who had read the original post, and the edited version will have formed their own opinion of the poster. Sometimes that is the best form of moderation. |
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Post by couldileaveyou on Feb 16, 2016 13:47:16 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Feb 16, 2016 16:01:22 GMT
Aren't the Mirvish's one of the co-producers? |
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Post by theatremadness on Feb 16, 2016 22:29:00 GMT
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Post by mrbarnaby on Feb 16, 2016 22:30:39 GMT
Well That was a pleasant surprise, I went to press night tonight and liked it a lot.
Liked the score more than I expected. It's not a classic, but it has an old fashioned charm. Couldn't make out half of the lyrics because of the terrible sound though.
The female chorus were all very game to disrobe so boldly, and anyone here criticising bodies on stage is a cretin. It's a wonderful celebration of the human body. The scene where they first take their clothes off is beautifully staged.
Emma Williams steals the show as most have pointed out. She looks gorgeous, acts brilliantly and sings like a dream. The only downside is that she doesn't get a moment of applause at the end of her song as Tracie Bennett joins in. A real shame as you sense she'd get the biggest round of the night.
Talking of Bennett.. Wow. What a spectacular piece of miscasting. She turns Mrs Henderson into a caricature. She's too young and it's painfully evident throughout how out of her depth in the role she is. Not her own fault- she should never have been cast. Everything is played so grotesquely I longed for her to get off the stage. At no point did she inhabit the role- every moment felt effortful. If she gets rave reviews for it, I'll give up all hope.
Poor Jamie Forman.. All of his moments fell flat as a pancake.
Some truly dodgy wigs aside, it looks pretty good.
However there is still much to enjoy here , and I wish it well! I wouldn't be surprised to see this win Best New musical at the Oliviers.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 17, 2016 1:03:32 GMT
I agree wholeheartedly that Emma should of got applause at the end of her song. On the first preview when she hit those huge notes, where I was a definite sense of anticipation for huge applause.
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Post by Mr Wallacio on Feb 17, 2016 9:49:14 GMT
I believe there was clapping in Bath between the end of Emma's bit and the duet ending to Mountains. I felt it was out of place as the cast hadn't stopped in anticipation of applause. Whilst I agree she probably deserves some applause, it would feel odd to me applauding at that point when the song hasn't really reached a conclusion.
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Post by Mr Wallacio on Feb 17, 2016 9:54:36 GMT
The Telegraph - 3 Stars
The Arts Desk - 3 Stars
The Times - 4 Stars
Anymore?
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Post by Deleted on Feb 17, 2016 9:59:46 GMT
WoS - 4 stars
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Post by theatremadness on Feb 17, 2016 14:01:35 GMT
4* from The Stage and West End Frame.
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Post by AddisonMizner on Feb 17, 2016 14:22:36 GMT
I have a spare slot for my April visit to London, and am debating whether to see this or CURIOUS INCIDENT. Any opinions?
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Post by Mr Wallacio on Feb 17, 2016 14:56:17 GMT
I have a spare slot for my April visit to London, and am debating whether to see this or CURIOUS INCIDENT. Any opinions? I don't think Curious Incident will be going anywhere for a while. With the current trend of new musicals not lasting that long these days I'd always plump for the musical. |
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Post by The Hoff on Feb 17, 2016 15:04:59 GMT
I have a spare slot for my April visit to London, and am debating whether to see this or CURIOUS INCIDENT. Any opinions? Definitely go see this. As Mr Wally said curious isn't going anywhere. |
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Post by horton on Feb 17, 2016 16:14:38 GMT
'Talking of Bennett.. Wow. What a spectacular piece of miscasting.'
Totally agree, sadly.
I was thinking who would be ideal- Julia McKenzie (sadly retired from musicals) or Noele Gordon (sadly retired from living).
To think Janie Dee was originally lined u for the role- did the casting department not read the script?
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Post by Deleted on Feb 17, 2016 16:36:45 GMT
God
I wonder how long before this closes
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Post by Phantom of London on Feb 17, 2016 17:07:52 GMT
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Post by theatremadness on Feb 17, 2016 17:10:48 GMT
God I wonder how long before this closes Worst (so far) is 2* from Fiona Mountford in Evening Standard, who said "how dispiriting it is to see a West End stage in 2016 filled with topless women". One thinks she missed the point entirely. It's about embracing the beauty of the women. Not to mention, the show itself is not set in 2016, and these were real-life events. Did she also not like the film for the same reason? Wonder if she made any comments about the male rear on display! (Phantom, you beat me on this one!) Otherwise: 3* Telegraph 4* The Stage 4* What's On Stage 4* The Times From online blogs/publications: 3 1/2* Reviews Hub 4* West End Frame I would say that's a very respectful set of reviews for a new British musical, which will hopefully see it run to the end of its limited season. We're all well aware that the reviews not as good as Bend It Like Beckham. |
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Post by mrbarnaby on Feb 19, 2016 7:37:55 GMT
Listening to the cast recording.. Tracie Bennett annoying me all over again on it, but it's a fun recording.
The title song is very Acorn Antiques!
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Post by AddisonMizner on Feb 19, 2016 9:17:35 GMT
Where is the best place to sit for this show?
Think I am going to book to see this, even though, as someone pointed out on another thread, it seems very similar to BETTY BLUE EYES.
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