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Post by Deleted on Jul 2, 2017 9:21:44 GMT
Parsley only likes 42nd Street and Beckham...talk about not being open to new experiences Not really I loved An Octoroon And Anatomy of a suicide Both of which some people on here didn't even understand PLEASE don't made sweeping generalisations |
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Post by Deleted on Jul 2, 2017 9:44:19 GMT
Two reviews on this page, one beautifully considered review that talks about the show and gives ideas as to who might also respond to it, whilst respecting others' views, the other nothing but a yelp of existential pain, being of no interest to anyone other than if they want to monitor an ongoing breakdown.
I blame reality television.
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Post by kathryn on Jul 2, 2017 12:38:02 GMT
'A yelp of existential pain'?! What the f***! How on earth was anything I said 'a yelp of existential pain'?!
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Post by gra on Jul 2, 2017 12:48:06 GMT
Two reviews on this page, one beautifully considered review that talks about the show and gives ideas as to who might also respond to it, whilst respecting others' views, the other nothing but a yelp of existential pain, being of no interest to anyone other than if they want to monitor an ongoing breakdown. I blame reality television. Love it! Totally agree. Unfortunately people respond to these sad 'yelps' and only encourage further posts. |
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Post by theatrelover123 on Jul 2, 2017 12:54:20 GMT
'A yelp of existential pain'?! What the f***! How on earth was anything I said 'a yelp of existential pain'?! Panic ye not. I THINK the yelping being referred to was coming from Parsley? |
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Post by theatremadness on Jul 2, 2017 12:55:02 GMT
'A yelp of existential pain'?! What the f***! How on earth was anything I said 'a yelp of existential pain'?! I can't say for sure, but I think the Cardinal may have been referring to Parsley! |
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Post by showgirl on Jul 2, 2017 13:34:03 GMT
Anyway, it'd be fine in the appropriate place, so we could have a thread in General Chat entitled "A Yelp Of Existential Pain" (copyright OP, obviously); I supposed it would be similar to "How Was Your Day?", except reserved for bad ones.
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Post by kathryn on Jul 2, 2017 13:34:10 GMT
Ahh, I see!
I wouldn't personally consider Parsley's comments a 'review'. To my mind, to actually review something you need to see it - all of it.
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Post by gra on Jul 2, 2017 14:56:22 GMT
Parsley only likes 42nd Street and Beckham...talk about not being open to new experiences Not really I loved An Octoroon And Anatomy of a suicide Both of which some people on here didn't even understand PLEASE don't made sweeping generalisations |
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Post by Deleted on Jul 2, 2017 15:40:17 GMT
Well. This didn't tickle my nethers at all I'm afraid. I'm afraid I spent most of the show wondering:
1. Were Sandra Marvin's crocs making her walk like that or was she unbalanced by the turban?
2. Where was the interval? I was dying for a G&T at half time.
3. Who has Alexander Hanson narked off to be given such a nothing part? Same goes for dear old Rosie Ashe.
4. Who thought that Donmar entrance needs a bar area for people to hang around in?
5. Why can't I write reviews like Steve? I bet he doesn't get distracted by the stitchwork on Sandra Marvin's frock.
and more importantly
6. If I stared at Studly Fraser long enough, would he throw away his notepad and ditch Rosalie Craig to invite me to a little committee hearing of his own?
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Post by Someone in a tree on Jul 2, 2017 16:13:19 GMT
I was questioning the new bar, obviously in a painful existential way
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Post by Deleted on Jul 2, 2017 16:27:20 GMT
Ahh, I see! I wouldn't personally consider Parsley's comments a 'review'. To my mind, to actually review something you need to see it - all of it. Yes, absolutely not a reference to you! |
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Post by Seriously on Jul 2, 2017 20:17:32 GMT
Thought this was dreadful Left after 20 mins Hey! That was my review of Bend It. |
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Post by Steve on Jul 3, 2017 11:56:22 GMT
Well. This didn't tickle my nethers at all I'm afraid. I'm afraid I spent most of the show wondering: 1. Were Sandra Marvin's crocs making her walk like that or was she unbalanced by the turban? 2. Where was the interval? I was dying for a G&T at half time. 3. Who has Alexander Hanson narked off to be given such a nothing part? Same goes for dear old Rosie Ashe. 4. Who thought that Donmar entrance needs a bar area for people to hang around in? 5. Why can't I write reviews like Steve? I bet he doesn't get distracted by the stitchwork on Sandra Marvin's frock. and more importantly 6. If I stared at Studly Fraser long enough, would he throw away his notepad and ditch Rosalie Craig to invite me to a little committee hearing of his own? Ryan, intrepidly, I'm on the case to address your concerns: 1. From the Independent, two years ago, I discover Batmanghelidjh customises her crocs and turbans: "The turban is made up of two scarves and I'll put on gloves, some earrings – it doesn't matter if nothing matches. I have to wear clip-on earrings because disturbed children will pull on them. It's hard to find clip-ons that are glamorous, but there's a wonderful retro shop in Notting Hill called Amanda's, and she'll give me a call whenever she finds any. The kids are forever trying to get me into a pair of trainers, but I say they're like ugly boats. Instead, I wear Crocs with badges and bits all over them. The kids love them and will talk to them and touch them." Marvin's outfit not only replicates this look, but Marvin beautifully captures her walk, which is a consequence of obesity caused by a pituitary condition. 2. The interval was in Parsley's pocket when he walked out with it. Either that, or Showgirl's petition, for an early finish time, finally reached Josie Rourke's desk. 3. Hanson and Ashe were hired because they can make nothing parts seem like something parts. 4. Who gains by clogging up the main entrance, Ryan? The shopping centre you have to traffic through to get in the side entrance. S'all I'm saying. 5. Because you're effortlessly funny, and verbosity isn't funny. I only write long reviews to annoy HG anyway. When I saw Camila Batmanghelidjh in 2013, I was mesmerised by her "stitchwork," in fact, and spent hours counting the ears of corn depicted on her outfit, and drooling for Nandos butter-roasted corn on the cob. 6. After reading your review, it might not be a notepad Mr Fraser is brandishing at your hoped for hearing. |
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Post by showgirl on Jul 3, 2017 14:24:50 GMT
I love both your reviewing styles, Steve and @ryan; I could never emulate either so I wouldn't try. The only possible compensation, ryan, for the suffering you clearly endure at times for your art, is that we members gain another opportunity to read one of your posts - so I hope you can take some pleasure in your unintentional good deed. |
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Post by nash16 on Jul 3, 2017 20:25:53 GMT
Disappointed by this tonight at Press. As others have mentioned it feels very London Road, but unfortunately without any of the drama. Just the panel singing we want to learn repeatedly, and Camilla and Alan trying to get a word/aria in edgeways. We wanted it to end about 40mins in...
It was surprisingly empty of real drama and depth. Apparently they've had to leave a lot of the gritty/interesting stuff (child abuse allegations, etc etc) out owing to pending court cases and investigations. One can't help think that they should have waited til the outcome of those trials/inquests so that they would have actually had something to put onstage.
The audience upstairs looked pretty bored after about 5mins in. Understandable as you get the sense v quickly that the music style isn't going to change and there isn't going to be much drama either.
All the performers are great, but I don't think it needed to be put on now, and I don't see any real reason why it's a musical (actually, an opera).
The music was not good: churning and quite repetitive, even though it was played and sung very well. Sort of sat there waiting for a great number or lift-off, and it never came. It all felt quite monotone and one level.
Bring back the idea once they can actually put the real drama of Kids Company back in, and give Camilla more of a voice too. (Sandra is brilliant). Maybe tell the stories about what has happened to all the kids abandoned by the government and now forcibly abandoned by Kids Company too. And maybe don't do it as a "musical".
A missed opportunity, but not entirely their fault as they can't put onstage the interesting stuff yet.
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Post by n1david on Jul 4, 2017 14:46:09 GMT
Cancelled tonight due to the "sudden indisposition of a company member". I'm supposed to be going tomorrow - fingers crossed...
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Post by Deleted on Jul 4, 2017 15:20:05 GMT
Cancelled tonight due to the "sudden indisposition of a company member". I'm supposed to be going tomorrow - fingers crossed... Perhaps they are overcome By all the 2 and 3 star Rave reviews |
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Post by Deleted on Jul 4, 2017 19:08:35 GMT
4 stars from Indy, Artsdesk and Shenton, one star from Letts (which, from him or Treneman, is a badge of honour, to be honest).
(these just to make sure that people aren't fed 'fake news')
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Post by wickedgrin on Jul 4, 2017 19:59:49 GMT
... don't worry, I'm sure if you just turn up they'll hand you £200 pocket-money anyway, then let you go on your way. Or they will give you £150 for a new pair of shoes! |
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Post by showtoones on Jul 4, 2017 22:08:54 GMT
I don't understand why if someone doesn't like a show, they don't want it to succeed. They say 99% of equity actors are not working at any given time so why would someone (not mentioning his name...he knows who he is) want to see a show fail. Look...I'm not a Harry Potter series fan so I'd never see the show but it's bringing people to the theater. That's good for the industry and for the city of London. It disturbs me when people act high and mighty as if because they don't like a show, no one can like it.
Just my two cents...
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Post by Deleted on Jul 5, 2017 8:53:05 GMT
For all fans of Studly Fraser. I'll leave this one from Press Night for you. Why he hasn't been signed up for the Pirate King in 'Pirates of Penzance' I'll never know. Here comes the smolder.  |
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Post by Deleted on Jul 5, 2017 8:57:54 GMT
@ryan you're doing the Lord's work right there.
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Post by n1david on Jul 5, 2017 9:34:30 GMT
Cancelled again tonight and tomorrow matinee, resuming tomorrow evening.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 5, 2017 9:36:45 GMT
@ryan you're doing the Lord's work right there. Here to help. Cancelled again tonight and tomorrow matinee, resuming tomorrow evening. What's the reason? Cast illness or have the wheels come off the desks? |
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