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Post by mrbarnaby on Mar 17, 2024 14:01:19 GMT
This HAS to transfer.
And to SohoPlace please so they can retain the in-the-round staging
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Post by jek on Mar 17, 2024 14:40:09 GMT
Of course Nye is heading off to Cardiff. So maybe this could head to somewhere in/near Mansfield. The audience reaction would be interesting.
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Post by Jon on Mar 17, 2024 15:54:52 GMT
@sohoplace does have a gap after Red Pitch
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Post by robwilton on Mar 17, 2024 23:36:36 GMT
I have a contrary view to most. I found TILL THE STARS COME DOWN to be expertly performed, imaginatively directed, designed and lit - but with a cliched and predictable script, more like a heightened and extended episode of a soap opera, with less likeable and interesting characters than are found in, say, EastEnders. And in common with a large portion of the audience, I didn't find a single laugh in the entire evening! No exaggeration. I'm pleased for the few who leapt to their feet and whooped and hollered at the curtain calls, so perhaps the problem is mine - but I was very disappointed. I see it's been nominated for Best New Play at the Olivier Awards! Astounding - is this really the best of contemporary playwriting??
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Post by aspieandy on Mar 18, 2024 6:35:11 GMT
We must be close to double figures the number of posters referencing 'soap opera'.
It is intriguing that 10-hours in the life of a working class family is seen by many NT patrons as a 'soap opera'.
I wonder what the same people consider a long weekend in the life of a middle class family to be (Dear Octopus) - a drama, perhaps?
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Post by Latecomer on Mar 18, 2024 8:31:47 GMT
Saw it a second time on Saturday and I think what elevates it is that the production of the piece is so good, and the structure of the play is good too. So it’s one of those amazing plays that at the end you just sit there, slightly shell shocked, after being in another world completely. And you need a few minutes to get yourself together. I love that from a play. Or TV for that matter. The moment where you are so “in” the production that you forget it’s a play. Also that moment where you know something is inevitable, but you still think “maybe it won’t happen” ….true Tragedy!
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Post by mrbarnaby on Mar 18, 2024 9:04:26 GMT
Yes it’s soap opera, but the performances elevate it to a higher level in my opinion.
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Post by Rory on Mar 18, 2024 9:13:03 GMT
Yes it’s soap opera, but the performances elevate it to a higher level in my opinion. Absolutely. They are truthful characters. You get right inside their skin. You believe in every bit of it because they are so expertly drawn and brilliantly acted. And that is what has moved so many people about this play. |
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Post by Rory on Apr 29, 2024 17:35:07 GMT
Surely there must be word soon of a transfer for this?
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Post by teamyali on May 17, 2024 16:08:43 GMT
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Post by blamerobots on May 17, 2024 16:49:39 GMT
Just saw this..! Rest in peace transfer I suppose... But I'm totally ready to watch this. Gutted I missed it initially
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Post by c4ndyc4ne on May 17, 2024 17:00:38 GMT
seems they've deleted... it now just says 'soon'
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Post by Rory on May 18, 2024 2:53:23 GMT
Really disappointed if the home stream means there's no chance of it either transferring or returning to the NT. Seems madness not to bring this back when it was such a critically acclaimed hit.
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Post by blamerobots on Jul 18, 2024 13:22:39 GMT
Finally got around to watching this on streaming. Gutted that I didn't see this in person. Absolutely fantastic performances.
I think this not transferring was a total shot in the foot; even in a limited run at @sohoplace or somewhere regionally (maybe where it takes place??) I think this would've done so well.
I suppose there's still hope for licensed productions in the future down the line? I wouldn't want this to just stew in the NTatHome streaming hell.
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Post by Jon on Jul 18, 2024 14:27:26 GMT
Finally got around to watching this on streaming. Gutted that I didn't see this in person. Absolutely fantastic performances. I think this not transferring was a total shot in the foot; even in a limited run at @sohoplace or somewhere regionally (maybe where it takes place??) I think this would've done so well. I suppose there's still hope for licensed productions in the future down the line? I wouldn't want this to just stew in the NTatHome streaming hell. It's not always easy to transfer a show. It takes months of planning and scheduling. |
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Post by Rory on Jul 18, 2024 14:42:07 GMT
I still think this will transfer.
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Post by blamerobots on Jul 18, 2024 15:05:46 GMT
Finally got around to watching this on streaming. Gutted that I didn't see this in person. Absolutely fantastic performances. I think this not transferring was a total shot in the foot; even in a limited run at @sohoplace or somewhere regionally (maybe where it takes place??) I think this would've done so well. I suppose there's still hope for licensed productions in the future down the line? I wouldn't want this to just stew in the NTatHome streaming hell. It's not always easy to transfer a show. It takes months of planning and scheduling. Yes, I get that totally. Also I suppose the cast for this will probably be very hard to collect back together again; maybe a new cast or something. |
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Post by Rory on Jul 18, 2024 15:11:02 GMT
This was one of the biggest critical and commercial hits the NT has had in years. I'd be amazed if there wasn't a plan to bring it back when the majority of the cast are available.
As for it being on NT at Home, my understanding is that it's on there for a limited time only. Plus Death of England is on there too and it still transferred.
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Post by aspieandy on Jul 18, 2024 15:30:59 GMT
Virtually no set and small cast; you could tour this, as well.
Probably tick a few boxes for ACE.
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Post by david on Oct 30, 2024 22:07:46 GMT
After having not being able to watch it during its original run earlier in the year, I've just finished watching this tonight via a free download as part of the NT's Members Week. That was a superb piece of theatre both in its writing and cast performances. I am really shocked that this hasn't transferred yet or any kind of tour announcement at the moment. I really do hope that it makes a comeback somewhere in 2025.
The writing was top class mixing some brilliant bits of comedy and cracking one liners alongside the harder hitting stuff. That that scene alone, wow, a brilliant watch and the entire cast is to be applauded for their performances. Well worth a watch. Thanks NT!
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Post by mrnutz on Oct 31, 2024 11:03:37 GMT
After having not being able to watch it during its original run earlier in the year, I've just finished watching this tonight via a free download as part of the NT's Members Week. That was a superb piece of theatre both in its writing and cast performances. I am really shocked that this hasn't transferred yet or any kind of tour announcement at the moment. I really do hope that it makes a comeback somewhere in 2025. The writing was top class mixing some brilliant bits of comedy and cracking one liners alongside the harder hitting stuff. That that scene alone, wow, a brilliant watch and the entire cast is to be applauded for their performances. Well worth a watch. Thanks NT! How does one access this? I'm a member but haven't received any details. |
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Post by david on Oct 31, 2024 11:45:30 GMT
After having not being able to watch it during its original run earlier in the year, I've just finished watching this tonight via a free download as part of the NT's Members Week. That was a superb piece of theatre both in its writing and cast performances. I am really shocked that this hasn't transferred yet or any kind of tour announcement at the moment. I really do hope that it makes a comeback somewhere in 2025. The writing was top class mixing some brilliant bits of comedy and cracking one liners alongside the harder hitting stuff. That that scene alone, wow, a brilliant watch and the entire cast is to be applauded for their performances. Well worth a watch. Thanks NT! How does one access this? I'm a member but haven't received any details. There was an email from the NT giving a link to get access. I had to fill it in and then got access 24hrs later. I assume if you got in contact with the Box office they would be able to do it for you. |
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