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Post by Deleted on Nov 22, 2016 21:55:06 GMT
When are you going George? You will love the venue. It's very intimate Coming in January, very excited as first time there and hoping that as we're in row C we'll be fully immersed in the action! I love it when you feel connected to the performers though eye connection etc! |
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Post by Deleted on Nov 22, 2016 21:58:21 GMT
Just got tickets for this today as it is my birthday and got this as a present! Can't wait, am so excited but I have NO idea what to expect!! Is it a good show? I hope I'll enjoy it as I love the performers! Also will be first time at Menier, am looking forward. Heard it's very intimate and am in row C so will probably be so lcose to the actors which will be nice! It's a really gorgeous, old school musical. It's so charming with a delightful score and even better, a pretty solid book to boot! I hope that your love of the performers in the show helps you enjoy the show, too, and the Menier is such a cool space, the intimacy really creates an atmosphere like no other (Assassins & Funny Girl are theatrical experiences I'll never forget!) and I'm quite excited for you to experience it for the first time! Can't wait to hear what you think! Oh, and Happy Birthday!!!  Thank you theatremadness Glad to hear it's a good show, can't wait! I do like old school musicals and if ignore has a good score then that's great to hear! Yes I love all the performers in the show so that she a bonus!! The intimacy isn't really enticing for me and it will be (I think) my first time in such a small, fringe theatre!!  |
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Post by mrbarnaby on Nov 22, 2016 21:58:25 GMT
Happy Birthday George!
It's a charming musical, and this cast will be sublime I'm sure
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Post by Deleted on Nov 22, 2016 21:59:08 GMT
Just got tickets for this today as it is my birthday and got this as a present! Can't wait, am so excited but I have NO idea what to expect!! Is it a good show? I hope I'll enjoy it as I love the performers! Also will be first time at Menier, am looking forward. Heard it's very intimate and am in row C so will probably be so lcose to the actors which will be nice! Happy birthday George! It's a delightful show with a lovely score, I'm sure you'll love it Thank you!! So glad to hear it's a good show with a great score. Was scared I would get bored but sounds great!! Definitely can't wait now!! |
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Post by groupbooker on Nov 22, 2016 22:19:29 GMT
Happy Birthday George!! That's a great birthday present! As everyone has said it is a great show, strong story and great songs.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 22, 2016 22:19:31 GMT
HPBD George. It's a glorious show, probably one of the most delightful musicals around. The score is not necessarily packed with well known showtunes but it's a truly lovely treat.
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Post by talkstageytome on Nov 22, 2016 22:21:19 GMT
Yes, 'delightful' is the perfect word for this show. I'm so looking forward to seeing it myself for that exact reason!
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Post by Deleted on Nov 22, 2016 22:42:54 GMT
Thank you everyone so much for the birthday wishes!! Just watched the trailer of the recent Broadway show and I love the tunes! Sounds so stylish and judging by what everyone is saying, it sounds really good! |
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Post by broadwaylover99 on Nov 22, 2016 22:48:33 GMT
Happy birthday George! Just repeating what everyone has said about it being a lovely, warm, delightful show and how amazing the Menier is - can't wait to hear your thoughts!
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Post by westendwendy on Nov 23, 2016 9:18:54 GMT
This show is too expensive..... Grrrrrr
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Post by couldileaveyou on Nov 23, 2016 13:30:29 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Nov 23, 2016 14:42:54 GMT
Well hello Dominic!  I do think it's going to be a smashing show but I do hope they sort Scarlett's hair out before opening night. |
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Post by couldileaveyou on Nov 25, 2016 12:02:23 GMT
First preview tonight, who's going??
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Post by juliem on Nov 25, 2016 14:39:41 GMT
I am!
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Post by Deleted on Nov 25, 2016 14:52:09 GMT
This show is too expensive..... Grrrrrr You say that about every show. |
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Post by alece10 on Nov 25, 2016 14:53:17 GMT
LoOKs as if Monday will be my first time.
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Post by westendwendy on Nov 25, 2016 15:17:35 GMT
This show is too expensive..... Grrrrrr You say that about every show. No I don't and that's not true. From Harry Potter to School of Rock I think that most shows are priced well. The chocolate factory as a fringe venue, Elf, Hamilton on Broadway and Half a Sixpence I do think are too expensive. Please don't make comments that are not true. Thank you. |
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Post by couldileaveyou on Nov 25, 2016 17:44:28 GMT
Well, I'll be there tonight on my own, if you spot me come say hello!
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Post by Deleted on Nov 25, 2016 17:50:14 GMT
You say that about every show. No I don't and that's not true. From Harry Potter to School of Rock I think that most shows are priced well. The chocolate factory as a fringe venue, Elf, Hamilton on Broadway and Half a Sixpence I do think are too expensive. Please don't make comments that are not true. Thank you. School of Rock?! With it's £129.50 premiums? |
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Post by ali973 on Nov 25, 2016 18:12:59 GMT
I'll be there too.
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Post by talkstageytome on Nov 25, 2016 18:14:49 GMT
I'm there next weekend. Cannot wait! Hope you guys enjoy! 💕
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Post by longinthetooth on Nov 25, 2016 18:45:01 GMT
I'm waiting impatiently until February!
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Post by aksis on Nov 25, 2016 19:41:52 GMT
I am there
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Post by loureviews on Nov 25, 2016 19:42:27 GMT
January for me.
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Post by ali973 on Nov 25, 2016 23:58:13 GMT
Just got back home. Oh, it was lovely. I had my doubts because I saw the recent Broadway revival (on my laptop) and that was finely imprinted in my head.
It's a completely fresh and independent adaption. First of all, it's a lot more "English" than the recent revival.
Supporting cast is excellent, especially Katherine Kingsley, who is a match and a half to Jane Krakouwski.
The two leads aren't all that spectacular, but Mark Umbers is serviceable. Scarlett Strallen works hard, but I'm afraid she's no comedienne. In a way, she ends up being supporting cast rather than leading lady. Her "Where Is My Shoe" and "Vanilla Ice Cream" were quite unremarkable. Having said that, it doesn't detract from the enjoyment of the show.
The set is very nice. There are about four panels that revolve to serve as the interior and exterior of the shop. The interior is rococo and lavish, and quite lavish for such a small small space.
Act I is a lot more enjoyable than Act II, simply because it features the entire ensemble more rather than the two leads. For the longest time I had the biggest grin on my face.
Perfect Christmas musical. Really glad I went, despite having doubts about going this evening.
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