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Post by Deleted on May 15, 2016 12:39:46 GMT
An employee of the MK theatre has noted that there have been a lot of techy issues during it's stay, resulting in a tough week for them.
But yes, by all accounts, my friend went last night and said it was wonderful - I'm pleased that things have been sorted.
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Post by missmelon on May 16, 2016 11:48:06 GMT
Ahh good to find out what the technical issue was! Very interesting to hear the female ensemble was a member down, really didn't notice which is always a good sign! I thought it was a brilliant performance from all, and the energy in the audience was fantastic with everyone clapping along to the upbeat songs! Fantastic show very well executed by all involved, thoroughly enjoyed by myself and my friend  |
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Post by Deleted on May 16, 2016 13:32:06 GMT
I also have a friend who works at the Milton Keynes Theatre, apparently other than two performances, every performance over the two weeks had technical issues. With two performances actually having to be stopped in order for the show to continue. And at one point in the first week, stopping in Act I for about half an hour, carrying on to the end of Act I (which was 5 minutes) and then still having the interval. So a very tough start.  |
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Post by ShoesForRent on May 16, 2016 13:37:10 GMT
Does the crew change during a tour? I know there was a cast change- but I'm not sure how this works, do the stage hands change with each venue? Is it not considered strange for a show that has already been running for a while to have so many tech difficulties mid-run?
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Post by trapdoor on May 16, 2016 13:53:22 GMT
The show will tour crew and use each venue local crew. Without casting aspersions, faults can often occur due to local stage hands who have to pick up and learn a show plot with little rehearsal, although other difficulties can be down to venue logistics, acoustics, sight lines, venue equipment etc. These things happen.
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Post by ShoesForRent on May 16, 2016 13:56:57 GMT
I guess this is a very tech- heavy show too, isn't it?
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Post by Deleted on May 16, 2016 14:38:39 GMT
Maybe they should get John Doyle on it... we can all imagine the car being there?
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Post by dan on May 20, 2016 20:00:53 GMT
For a touring production I'm actually really impressed with the car. It's the interval in Nottingham now and I thought the Act 1 close was amazing. Yes it's a little jittery when people are getting off and on, but it moved perfectly in sync with the projections and music. Looking forward to Act 2.
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Post by Deleted on May 30, 2016 6:17:28 GMT
Does the car actually rise above the stage? From pictures, it looks like the car is above other cast members on stage?
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Post by danb on May 30, 2016 7:46:28 GMT
Perhaps the car could double as the percussion section or house the keys?  ? |
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Post by theatreliker on May 30, 2016 12:26:23 GMT
Does the car actually rise above the stage? From pictures, it looks like the car is above other cast members on stage? It looks like it's on a crane from what I've seen. |
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Post by Deleted on May 30, 2016 14:30:45 GMT
Does the car actually rise above the stage? From pictures, it looks like the car is above other cast members on stage? Yes the car rises up and "Flys" its on a crane that's hid very well. It "Flys" more than once but its the scene at the end where it "Flys" above the heads of other cast members |
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Post by Deleted on May 30, 2016 14:44:14 GMT
Does the car actually rise above the stage? From pictures, it looks like the car is above other cast members on stage? Yes the car rises up and "Flys" its on a crane that's hid very well. It "Flys" more than once but its the scene at the end where it "Flys" above the heads of other cast members Oh okay thank you! From what I read I didn't think it flew but I'm happy that it does! |
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Post by Deleted on May 30, 2016 17:39:30 GMT
Yes the car rises up and "Flys" its on a crane that's hid very well. It "Flys" more than once but its the scene at the end where it "Flys" above the heads of other cast members Oh okay thank you! From what I read I didn't think it flew but I'm happy that it does! This gives you an idea (Not my picture, found it on Instagram) http://instagram.com/p/BDtdtC9R5DA |
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Post by Deleted on May 30, 2016 18:08:10 GMT
Oh okay thank you! From what I read I didn't think it flew but I'm happy that it does! This gives you an idea (Not my picture, found it on Instagram) http://instagr.am/p/BDtdtC9R5DA Yes that's the picture I saw! It looks very clever, glad it actually flies! |
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Post by shady23 on May 31, 2016 15:58:09 GMT
I am off to see it on Saturday in Newcastle, have seem it previously at the Palladium and on tour so looking forward to it.
Not sure about the casting though.
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Post by ShoesForRent on May 31, 2016 19:11:16 GMT
I am off to see it on Saturday in Newcastle, have seem it previously at the Palladium and on tour so looking forward to it. Not sure about the casting though. Would love to hear your thoughts after |
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Post by PhantomNcl on Jun 2, 2016 16:14:07 GMT
I saw it in Newcastle last night and was very impressed. I'd seen the original London production and one of the subsequent UK tours, and this one works beautifully.
The cast are all superb. I've never been a Lee M fan, but his voice was perfectly suited to the role, and as other posters have attested he has a great rapport with the kids. Carrie H-F was a very polished Truly, and her 'Doll on a music box' number was very skilfully performed. Michelle Collins was possibly the weaker of the cast vocally, but turned in a very good performance, and had great rapport with Shaun Williamson. Great comic performances from Grandpa, Boris and Goran, and all the kids sailed through as though they were seasoned performers.
I missed the Childcatcher's song 'Kiddy-widdy-winkies', but he still had a very menacing presence, especially with the shadows that are cast before he appears on stage.
It was great to see such a large cast in a touring musical, and to hear a decent orchestra too!
The set is really clever, and I thought the projections worked really well throughout the whole show, especially during the driving/sailing/flying scenes.
The car mechanics aren't hidden as well as they were in previous productions, and the car no longer flies into the auditorium, but it's a very clever effect and looks great.
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Post by shady23 on Jun 4, 2016 20:56:07 GMT
Saw the show this afternoon. Have been to several versions before; the previous tour and the Palladium and this was very good in comparison.
Not a Lee Mead fan particularly but he was perfectly cast in the lead role and did a very good job.
Michelle Collins and Shaun Williamson made a perfect comedy couple and the supporting cast were excellent. Loved the staging and set design.
As for Carrie Hope Fletcher, I have never seen her in a show before and maybe I had unrealistic expectations as we are constantly told how wonderful she is but I was a bit underwhelmed. Don't get me wrong; she was good but maybe more suited to a second cover Truly and Ensemble rather than lead.
I may be on my own with that observation but I expected a bit more.
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Post by musicalfloozie on Jul 6, 2016 21:43:16 GMT
A lovely evening at Sheffield theatre watching Chitty. I was actually impressed with the staging of the show and although you can see the car crane it didn't take much away from the performance.
Never seen Lee Mead or Carrie before but would say they were both good in the roles and gave fantastic vocals and performance. Again would say Michelle Collins probably wouldn't get credit for an amazing performance but was passable.
Good humour bought to the show by Goran and Boris. My fave numbers were probably ol bamboo and toot sweets and ensemble were on point in these (how I wish I could dance!)
Was a good one to tick off my to watch list but probably wouldn't race back to see it.
Few audience mishaps with naughty people on phones etc but staff soon seem to sort it out and the kids sat near us were better behaved than their parents!!
Off to watch endless rounds of YouTube clips of Dick Van Dyke in film haha.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 7, 2016 8:22:22 GMT
'The Bombie Samba' is still in it isn't it? That was always my favourite bit in the show. Don't be picky!  |
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Post by carmella1 on Jul 7, 2016 20:06:35 GMT
Yes it is. They took out the childcatcher song and put in Lovely Lonely Man. It works much better. I loved the show. Lee Mead and Carrie Hope Fetcher are wonderful in their parts. Matt Gillett as the childcater is terrific.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 28, 2016 22:47:08 GMT
Charlotte Wakefield will take over from Carrie on October 5.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 28, 2016 22:50:21 GMT
With Jos Vantyler as the new Childcatcher from oct 5th
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Post by talkstageytome on Jul 29, 2016 0:23:41 GMT
Fantastic, I love Charlotte Wakefield. This production has a good track record with Trulys. Amy Griffiths was lovely and from what I've heard Carrie Hope Fletcher is good too.
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