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Post by Deleted on Feb 19, 2016 15:25:10 GMT
Shrek Tour in Salford last night. One row behind us, family of three arrived 15 minutes late, plonked themselves down, immediately started opening very noisy crisps and snacks and then the parents started talking to each other loudly. Two "over the shoulder stares" didn't work so had to do a "are you going to talk ALL the way through this?" which shut them up. One row in front of us, family of three. Dad fidgeted extravagantly in his seat for the duration, I swear to god I think he was trying to recreate his fave position on the sofa back home. Did not laugh once, did not applaud once, even at the end. In both cases the child was perfectly behaved. Two words made me question why you thought you weren't going to get bad behaviour at a show... Shrek. Tour.  |
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Post by Deleted on Feb 19, 2016 15:31:11 GMT
In the Henry VI in Cardiff, which takes place promenade style in the roof space, with obviously audience very close to the actors, a woman took out her phone when stood not 2ft from the actors. I'd have "accidentally" knocked it out of her hand...
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Post by bulletproof on Feb 19, 2016 15:54:36 GMT
One row in front of us, family of three. Dad fidgeted extravagantly in his seat for the duration, I swear to god I think he was trying to recreate his fave position on the sofa back home. Did not laugh once, did not applaud once, even at the end. You expected lack of fidgeting, laughter and applause... at Shrek?  |
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Post by bulletproof on Feb 19, 2016 15:59:40 GMT
On the subject of applause - I'll always politely clap even stuff that I didn't like, but it is a bit of a struggle to keep it going sometimes!
Then again I'm not without fault - I've been tutted at before now for not joining in on a standing ovation. I've always considered them an acknowledgement of a particularly good show/ performance, so don't do them unless moved to do so. Maybe I'm out of touch and should just join in regardless? I've noticed in recent years that they seem to be happening more and more often...
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Post by d'James on Feb 19, 2016 16:03:45 GMT
On the subject of applause - I'll always politely clap even stuff that I didn't like, but it is a bit of a struggle to keep it going sometimes! Then again I'm not without fault - I've been tutted at before now for not joining in on a standing ovation. I've always considered them an acknowledgement of a particularly good show/ performance, so don't do them unless moved to do so. Maybe I'm out of touch and should just join in regardless? I've noticed in recent years that they seem to be happening more and more often... I know what you mean. There are certain shows where I've had no desire to stand but had to because people in front get up. This normally happens when a show does the bows then have a song after that. |
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Feb 19, 2016 16:23:57 GMT
Shrek Tour in Salford last night. One row behind us, family of three arrived 15 minutes late, plonked themselves down, immediately started opening very noisy crisps and snacks and then the parents started talking to each other loudly. Two "over the shoulder stares" didn't work so had to do a "are you going to talk ALL the way through this?" which shut them up. One row in front of us, family of three. Dad fidgeted extravagantly in his seat for the duration, I swear to god I think he was trying to recreate his fave position on the sofa back home. Did not laugh once, did not applaud once, even at the end. In both cases the child was perfectly behaved. Two words made me question why you thought you weren't going to get bad behaviour at a show... Shrek. Tour. Gerroff I LOVE Shrek! Thst tap routine with the rats.... Kills me every time! *GULP* yes I've seen it more than once  |
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Post by Deleted on Feb 19, 2016 16:24:05 GMT
I know I've mentioned this before on the old forum but Maltesers are fantastic when dropped on a gently raked floor. They can provide entertainment for several minutes as they rattle their way down to the front. It's especially effective when someone goes to open a large bag and it splits right down the side and discharges its entire contents in one go.Oooh saucy. We've all been there. Perhaps not at the theatre but all the same . . . |
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Feb 19, 2016 16:24:37 GMT
got the DVD too 
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Post by Deleted on Feb 19, 2016 16:25:38 GMT
On the subject of applause - I'll always politely clap even stuff that I didn't like, but it is a bit of a struggle to keep it going sometimes! Then again I'm not without fault - I've been tutted at before now for not joining in on a standing ovation. I've always considered them an acknowledgement of a particularly good show/ performance, so don't do them unless moved to do so. Maybe I'm out of touch and should just join in regardless? I've noticed in recent years that they seem to be happening more and more often... I never bother. If it doesn't deserve a standing ovation in my eyes, then the only time I get up is to put on my coat and get out. I think I was the only person sitting at 'Funny Girl' for example. |
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Feb 19, 2016 16:39:30 GMT
And the cast recording....  |
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Post by 49thand8th on Feb 19, 2016 16:44:07 GMT
I know I've mentioned this before on the old forum but Maltesers are fantastic when dropped on a gently raked floor. They can provide entertainment for several minutes as they rattle their way down to the front. It's especially effective when someone goes to open a large bag and it splits right down the side and discharges its entire contents in one go. My first memorable experience with Maltesers was at Jersey Boys in Australia when I had the pleasure of hearing the woman behind me rustle her bag for much too long, and then all the little Maltesers dropping down, bouncing slightly, and just rolling... rolling... |
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Feb 19, 2016 16:46:27 GMT
I know I've mentioned this before on the old forum but Maltesers are fantastic when dropped on a gently raked floor. They can provide entertainment for several minutes as they rattle their way down to the front. It's especially effective when someone goes to open a large bag and it splits right down the side and discharges its entire contents in one go. My first memorable experience with Maltesers was at Jersey Boys in Australia when I had the pleasure of hearing the woman behind me rustle her bag for much too long, and then all the little Maltesers dropping down, bouncing slightly, and just rolling... rolling... Are they still called Maltesers in Australia? I only ask because Crunchie Bars are called "Violet Crumble" |
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Post by Deleted on Feb 19, 2016 16:46:58 GMT
My first memorable experience with Maltesers was at Jersey Boys in Australia when I had the pleasure of hearing the woman behind me rustle her bag for much too long, and then all the little Maltesers dropping down, bouncing slightly, and just rolling... rolling... Oh, what a night that must have been . . . Ahem. |
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Post by TheatreDust on Feb 19, 2016 16:55:12 GMT
I only ask because Crunchie Bars are called "Violet Crumble" I thought she was a character in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory! |
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Post by lynette on Feb 19, 2016 16:59:37 GMT
But maltesers melt.
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Feb 19, 2016 20:17:42 GMT
Not when you eat them as fast as I do.
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Post by mistressjojo on Feb 19, 2016 21:34:49 GMT
Are they still called Maltesers in Australia? I only ask because Crunchie Bars are called "Violet Crumble" [/quote] We have Maltesers. And Violet Crumbles are slightly different to Crunchys But we have both. |
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Post by Sue on Feb 19, 2016 21:42:03 GMT
Not when you eat them as fast as I do. Nah, one inhales maltesers don't you know! x |
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Feb 19, 2016 22:19:50 GMT
Sausage rolls at the ENO soon Sue!
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Post by Sue on Feb 20, 2016 8:21:22 GMT
I'm all packed and ready to go! Have you had those fabulous sausage rolls from M&S yet instead of your usual Greggs? From the Handcrafted range, they're called Davidstow Cheddar and Dry-Cure Smoked Bacon Sausage rolls. They're very moreish, Burly!
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Feb 20, 2016 9:20:07 GMT
I'm afraid I have yes. A whole packet of them  |
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Post by Sue on Feb 20, 2016 9:55:01 GMT
Oo, good form! Take it you liked them, then?!
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Post by Deleted on Feb 20, 2016 11:51:33 GMT
Sausage rolls at the ENO soon Sue! They're going to have sausage rolls for 'Sunset Boulevard' apparently. Michael Xavier wrapped in Ryan from what I understand. |
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Feb 20, 2016 12:17:48 GMT
Oo, good form! Take it you liked them, then?! They were delicious but I couldn't have managed a fifth. |
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Post by greshco on Feb 20, 2016 12:26:33 GMT
Anyone see the report and me - @theatrecharter - last night. Would welcome the boards support in tweeting and re tweeting about this. Trying to get this sorted if we can.
Some of you may remember me as ex sales director at WOS 4 years ago and probably met some of you so Hello again. Was banned from previous board !!!
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