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Post by Deleted on May 4, 2024 13:00:53 GMT
The evening show in B'ham is a sell out tonight. A lot of shows in Birmingham seem to be selling really well at the moment. Shrek which has toured fairly regularly pretty much sold out, I Should Be So Lucky likewise and Withnail and I only has limited tickets available.
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Post by Always@thetheatre on May 8, 2024 18:04:39 GMT
I had an email from my local theatre today to say this is returning in Feb 2025. I'm looking forward to seeing it again, I may go a few times
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Post by Seriously on May 8, 2024 20:03:40 GMT
I had an email from my local theatre today to say this is returning in Feb 2025. I'm looking forward to seeing it again, I may go a few times Which theatre iwant2beatthetheatre? |
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Post by Always@thetheatre on May 8, 2024 20:09:51 GMT
I had an email from my local theatre today to say this is returning in Feb 2025. I'm looking forward to seeing it again, I may go a few times Which theatre iwant2beatthetheatre? Hall for Cornwall in Truro |
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Post by Seriously on May 8, 2024 20:23:14 GMT
Which theatre iwant2beatthetheatre? Hall for Cornwall in Truro Nice venue. Thanks. |
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Post by distantcousin on May 9, 2024 8:16:50 GMT
No shade, but I'm surprised this show still sells so well. Is is still on the GCSE reading list or something?
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Post by hannechalk on May 9, 2024 11:05:45 GMT
No shade, but I'm surprised this show still sells so well. Is is still on the GCSE reading list or something? It still is, but it's not just schools sat there. Birmingham Hippodrome was sold out on Saturday - not a school in sight. |
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Post by hannechalk on May 9, 2024 11:09:22 GMT
Hall for Cornwall in Truro Nice venue. Thanks. Thanks for the tip! I also list all venues I know of in the Facebook-group I run - we're usually slightly ahead of the official site. |
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Post by anthony40 on May 9, 2024 14:58:24 GMT
Personally, I think this is great show.
Not just because if the story, or the music or the fact that it was written by Willy Russell.
I think it's a great piece because it knows what sort of show it is. It works on so many levels and doesn't overcomplicate things.
I also think that it's simplicity is a great way to ease newcomers into theatre, specifically musical theatre.
I took my parents to see it when they were visiting at it's home in London, The Phoenix Theatre about a year before it ended and to this day my father, who rarely goes to the theatre, still tells anyone who will listen to him as to how great it was.
It's deep rooted in the North and I remember reading somewhere at the time of development that Willy Russell's only request was that the Liverpool accent was used by all actors on stage.
It has run for many years up and down the country and I predict it will continue to do so for many years to come.
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Post by Deleted on May 9, 2024 15:04:16 GMT
Personally, I think this is great show. Not just because if the story, or the music or the fact that it was written by Willy Russell. I think it's a great piece because it knows what sort of show it is. It works on so many levels and doesn't overcomplicate things. I also think that it's simplicity is a great way to ease newcomers into theatre, specifically musical theatre. I took my parents to see it when they were visiting at it's home in London, The Phoenix Theatre about a year before it ended and to this day my father, who rarely goes to the theatre, still tells anyone who will listen to him as to how great it was. It's deep rooted in the North and I remember reading somewhere at the time of development that Willy Russell's only request was that the Liverpool accent was used by all actors on stage. It has run for many years up and down the country and I predict it will continue to do so for many years to come. I agree, it's a great show. I just wish the set and costumes got a bit of love and maybe a bit of an upgrade |
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Post by hannechalk on May 16, 2024 9:11:46 GMT
They will be casting for the following roles:
Mrs Johnstone (Niki Colwell Evans left)
Sammy (Tim Lucas left)
Perkins/understudy Eddie (Danny Knott left)
Neighbour/understudy Mickey (SuperSub Josh Capper left)
There might be one more, they are still negotiating their contract.
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Post by theatreliker on May 16, 2024 12:11:41 GMT
Amy whispers on Mrs J?
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Post by hannechalk on May 16, 2024 13:45:53 GMT
Most likely to be someone who has played her before, as Bob Tomson will not be doing the casting (he's busy casting 'Ghost'). |
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Post by david on May 16, 2024 13:52:58 GMT
I would like to see Linzi Hateley back in the role of Mrs J. I loved her in the role when she was on tour with BB a few years ago.
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Post by hannechalk on May 17, 2024 21:54:10 GMT
They will be casting for the following roles: Mrs Johnstone (Niki Colwell Evans left) Sammy (Tim Lucas left) Perkins/understudy Eddie (Danny Knott left) Neighbour/understudy Mickey (SuperSub Josh Capper left) There might be one more, they are still negotiating their contract. It's just four departures - the last possible one managed to get all they wanted, so are signing up again. |
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Post by macksennett on May 18, 2024 7:23:00 GMT
Wales Millennium Centre are still advertising Niki Evans for the run there at the end of August!
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Post by danb on May 18, 2024 7:50:18 GMT
I wonder if Mel C fancies another crack at this? I really regret not seeing her in it.
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Post by hannechalk on May 18, 2024 13:10:59 GMT
Wales Millennium Centre are still advertising Niki Evans for the run there at the end of August! She definitely won't be there. I went to her final night. |
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Post by Deleted on May 19, 2024 1:40:10 GMT
I wonder if Mel C fancies another crack at this? I really regret not seeing her in it. I don't see Sporty trudging around the provinces she might do a run in Liverpool or maybe the West End like last time. |
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Post by theatreian on May 19, 2024 8:04:34 GMT
I saw Mel C in London when she did her stint and she was excellent. Of course coming from Liverpool gave her an edge with the accent but she did give a great performance.
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Post by danb on May 19, 2024 10:42:58 GMT
I don’t think she’s that haughty tbh and has certainly played tiny venues as a musician (Cardiff Glee Club was just a cube of sweat the night we saw her there; excellent).
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Post by Deleted on May 19, 2024 23:32:52 GMT
I don’t think she’s that haughty tbh and has certainly played tiny venues as a musician (Cardiff Glee Club was just a cube of sweat the night we saw her there; excellent). Mel C might be happy to tour with a show but doing one night gigs is different to spending a week in a city/town. I wouldn't consider she is being haughty just that it might not appeal to her. The Spices all made heck of a lot of money from the band first time around and the reunion tours. Mel C has lived a sensible life and would have no need to work ever again I'd think. If she did a run as Mrs Johnstone it should be an event not just part of the tour schedule. I'd like to see her back in the role again. |
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Post by hannechalk on Jun 16, 2024 9:48:55 GMT
Sadly Keith Burns died unexpectedly on Friday evening.
He was (I believe) the first Narrator I saw in Blood Brothers in 2006 - and he left such an impression, he has been in my top 3 ever since, despite only seeing him once.
He started off as part of the original West End cast of Les Miserables. When Michael Ball fell ill, he stepped up as Marius, and played him to much acclaim for seven months.
His other credits included Miss Saigon, Cats, Carmen, Jesus Christ Superstar, The Rocky Horror Show, and roles in TV and film.
Keith was 60 years old.
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Post by macksennett on Jun 16, 2024 11:15:17 GMT
Sadly Keith Burns died unexpectedly on Friday evening. He was (I believe) the first Narrator I saw in Blood Brothers in 2006 - and he left such an impression, he has been in my top 3 ever since, despite only seeing him once. He started off as part of the original West End cast of Les Miserables. When Michael Ball fell ill, he stepped up as Marius, and played him to much acclaim for seven months. His other credits included Miss Saigon, Cats, Carmen, Jesus Christ Superstar, The Rocky Horror Show, and roles in TV and film. Keith was 60 years old. Sad to hear this news. A true Blood Brothers legend. RIP Keith. |
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Post by xanady on Jun 16, 2024 11:32:35 GMT
RIP Keith Burns…very sad news
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