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Post by anthony40 on Jul 5, 2023 8:26:06 GMT
Personally, I'd love it.
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Post by twofiftytwo on Jul 5, 2023 23:58:30 GMT
I wonder if Sony being involved in the Matilda film adaptation adds any believability to that, on top of them obviously distributing the original film of Groundhog Day? I can’t say I’d be upset if this did make it to the big screen, though I can’t imagine who they’d cast.
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Post by stallsfrontrow on Jul 6, 2023 8:42:57 GMT
I really hope this happens! I tend to be a bit skeptical about these things but I'm intrigued by this since Tim Minchin just posted about Matilda's strong performance on Netflix: Not sure how it's doing overall since this is just one week and just in the UK, but if it's performing well I can see why Sony would be interested in more. |
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Post by lemur on Jul 6, 2023 19:28:12 GMT
Thinking of going to see the captioned performance of this in a few weeks - either front row of dress or mid-stalls. Anyone have any feedback from these seats or nearby? Just a bit concerned about the rake in the stalls and that some people say the dress circle is quite far away. Thanks!
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Post by stallsfrontrow on Jul 6, 2023 19:54:42 GMT
Thinking of going to see the captioned performance of this in a few weeks - either front row of dress or mid-stalls. Anyone have any feedback from these seats or nearby? Just a bit concerned about the rake in the stalls and that some people say the dress circle is quite far away. Thanks! I don't think I've been to a captioned performance there before, but just in case you haven't seen this, on the OV website it says: "At in-person captioned performances the actors’ speech is displayed on units at the side of the stage. Whilst no changes are made to the performance itself, the captions may be visible. If you are booking to see the captions, the best view of the captioning units can be found in the Dress Circle, though this may vary depending on the production. Please sign up to our Access Membership and select Captioned Performance mailings to be notified of any changes to the caption unit position." from www.oldvictheatre.com/visit/ov-access/services-for-access-patrons/ |
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Post by lemur on Jul 6, 2023 21:25:00 GMT
Thinking of going to see the captioned performance of this in a few weeks - either front row of dress or mid-stalls. Anyone have any feedback from these seats or nearby? Just a bit concerned about the rake in the stalls and that some people say the dress circle is quite far away. Thanks! I don't think I've been to a captioned performance there before, but just in case you haven't seen this, on the OV website it says: "At in-person captioned performances the actors’ speech is displayed on units at the side of the stage. Whilst no changes are made to the performance itself, the captions may be visible. If you are booking to see the captions, the best view of the captioning units can be found in the Dress Circle, though this may vary depending on the production. Please sign up to our Access Membership and select Captioned Performance mailings to be notified of any changes to the caption unit position." from www.oldvictheatre.com/visit/ov-access/services-for-access-patrons/Thanks - usually dress circle is better for captioned shows but I'm a bit worried that the dress is quite far away so thinking about central stalls. Will probably give them a call tomorrow to get advice. Already an access member but thank you anyway for letting me know! |
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Post by firefingers on Jul 7, 2023 8:14:39 GMT
Caught this having seen the original Old Vic run and still loved it. Tanisha Spring was fabulous as Rita. The revolved were missed but only if you knew it from before. Really glad to hear it is carrying on this time.
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Post by darreno on Jul 7, 2023 8:28:31 GMT
Caught this last night and loved it. When the source material is so loved, it's a big risk to do anything to it, but I really don't think they put a single foot wrong.
Very strong cast all round, hadn't looked beforehand as I wanted to see it 'fresh' and it took me until interval to realise it was Tanisha Spring who I absolutely loved in Prince of Egypt (which I miss!)
Now I'm working on catching it again next month, trying to convince a group of non theatre regulars.
Some great theatre magic bits on show as well, helps elevate the show from a great musical to great show.
Mention to Nick Hayes in the ensemble who is an absolute star any time he appears.
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Post by ceebee on Jul 7, 2023 10:03:25 GMT
Caught this last night and loved it. When the source material is so loved, it's a big risk to do anything to it, but I really don't think they put a single foot wrong. Very strong cast all round, hadn't looked beforehand as I wanted to see it 'fresh' and it took me until interval to realise it was Tanisha Spring who I absolutely loved in Prince of Egypt (which I miss!) Now I'm working on catching it again next month, trying to convince a group of non theatre regulars. Some great theatre magic bits on show as well, helps elevate the show from a great musical to great show. Mention to Nick Hayes in the ensemble who is an absolute star any time he appears. Totally agree - he really is hugely charismatic on stage! Very very funny too in the bar/car scene - worth the ticket price alone. |
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Post by darreno on Jul 7, 2023 13:14:03 GMT
Caught this last night and loved it. When the source material is so loved, it's a big risk to do anything to it, but I really don't think they put a single foot wrong. Very strong cast all round, hadn't looked beforehand as I wanted to see it 'fresh' and it took me until interval to realise it was Tanisha Spring who I absolutely loved in Prince of Egypt (which I miss!) Now I'm working on catching it again next month, trying to convince a group of non theatre regulars. Some great theatre magic bits on show as well, helps elevate the show from a great musical to great show. Mention to Nick Hayes in the ensemble who is an absolute star any time he appears. Totally agree - he really is hugely charismatic on stage! Very very funny too in the bar/car scene - worth the ticket price alone. Exactly what I was thinking! Will look out for whatever he appears in next. I've found some of my favourite shows that way, just following an actor (not in a stalker way!) and it helps get me to a wider variety of shows. |
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Post by alece10 on Jul 7, 2023 15:34:06 GMT
Just had an e mail with a survey about Groundhog Day and one of the questions asked if I would go to see it if it transferred to the west end.
So presumably the producers are thinking about it.
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Post by johnie21 on Jul 13, 2023 10:02:50 GMT
Wow so this last night. Went in totally new to this one. Didn't listen to the cast recording before hand. So had no idea what it was going to be like. It's such a great show. Andy Karl Phil amazing. Tanisha Spring Rita is fantastic. So hope there is a possibility for a transfer in the west end or UK tour for this. If so I'd defo be going again.
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Post by mattnyc on Jul 14, 2023 20:54:26 GMT
Reading online the show was stopped 15 mins in tonight and everyone sent home. Hope everyone is ok!
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Post by ceebee on Jul 14, 2023 21:52:07 GMT
Reading online the show was stopped 15 mins in tonight and everyone sent home. Hope everyone is ok! According to what I've read it was cast illness. |
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Post by jamb0r on Jul 14, 2023 21:55:11 GMT
On Monday Billy Nevers got injured in the first act and was replaced for the second act. Looked pretty bad and looks like he’s still off. Also looks like the understudy for Nancy was meant to be on tonight too.
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Post by asps2017 on Jul 15, 2023 21:18:07 GMT
Saw this tonight. Seems I’m alone in not living it! Performances were great, as were some technical elements but just found the score so forgettable and then book a bit muddled. So wanted to enjoy but just didn’t hit the spot for me. Probably a high 3 star.
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Post by og on Jul 16, 2023 9:47:08 GMT
Saw this tonight. Seems I’m alone in not living it! Performances were great, as were some technical elements but just found the score so forgettable and then book a bit muddled. So wanted to enjoy but just didn’t hit the spot for me. Probably a high 3 star. There's a whole thread to go at, many others with a similar take away to you. |
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Post by londonmzfitz on Jul 20, 2023 12:03:42 GMT
Matinee yesterday and lots of understudies on. Aimee Fisher for Nancy. Jasmin Colangelo for Joelle. Jacqueline Hughes as Debbie (her first performance, from Twitter, got a special acknowledgement at curtain call from Andy Karl). Zack Guest as Freddie (really enjoyed his performance). Started 20-25 minutes late due to "technical difficulties".
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Post by jamb0r on Jul 20, 2023 16:52:42 GMT
Looks like I need to book my 11th visit to catch some of these understudies!
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Post by viserys on Jul 20, 2023 17:25:16 GMT
Saturday matinee was fun, we saw Aimee Fisher as Rita and Jasmin Colangelo as Nancy.
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Post by properjob on Jul 20, 2023 17:26:10 GMT
I saw it last night and there were 4 female understudies listed as on but working through the names they were actually in 2 understudy chains where where everyone in the chain shuffles up a part.
This was my second viewing this run. My first view was an early preview and it has improved since previews (when I already loved it) in I suspect many ways I can't put my finger on but is just tighter. From audience reactions lots of people were first timers so it is still reaching new audiences.
I'm impatient to find out where it goes next so I can see it again but I assume they won't announce anything until the end of the run.
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Post by ceebee on Jul 20, 2023 18:12:33 GMT
Looks like I need to book my 11th visit to catch some of these understudies! Oh, don't.... I've basically moved into the Old Vic since May... |
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Post by Stephen on Jul 20, 2023 23:23:15 GMT
Is this transferring next year or was that just a rumbling?
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Post by theatrenerd on Jul 20, 2023 23:28:38 GMT
Is this transferring next year or was that just a rumbling? According to the previous posts on this thread, it is lined up for the Savoy Theatre (presuming earliest will be after Plaza Suite in April 2024). |
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Post by nash16 on Jul 20, 2023 23:30:17 GMT
Is this transferring next year or was that just a rumbling? Their aim with this run is for it to lead to a U.K. tour, rather than a West End transfer, thus the removal of the revolves this time round. This run is also being used to try and attract investors to make a film version of the musical. No idea if either are going to work out yet though. |
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