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Post by Deleted on Aug 15, 2017 15:17:47 GMT
And I've had friends who have seen Amber out and about in London shopping and looking fine when she was due to be on, so I've been giving her the side-eye for a long while. All I'll say about that, as someone who for a long time managed to fool people into thinking I was fine when I really wasn't, is that it'a a very dangerous game to judge people at face value alone. No-one knows what's going on inside her head or in her life (except to the extent she chooses to share on social media). I do think you're right about Marisha though. |
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Post by LaLuPone on Aug 15, 2017 15:24:50 GMT
I think everyone who's seen Amber live will agree with me thaf even if she isn't the best actress, she puts everything into every performance, goes completely all out. The "And I Am Telling You" I heard from her when I went in April was as fierce and belty and strong as the one on the cast recording (which would obviously been her best shot), the only difference was she didn't sing the "I know you CAN" high. My point is, why would someone who puts so much effort into all her performances be so half-arsed about turning up for shows like "nah m8, not feeling it today". Which is why I think it must be a combination of her still getting over her pneumonia and the loss of her friend. I do think the producers are at fault though, as usual with Sonia Freidman stuff it seems. They really need to release a statement explaining Amber's abscene because not everyone who didn't see Amber is going to go check her instagram and see that she lost a dear friend. People aren't entitled to see Amber but I think they're entitled to know what's going on so we don't get people bashing Amber and so that people can exchange tickets for a later date with ATG if they're really desperate to see Amber.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 15, 2017 15:40:21 GMT
Oh I know she gives it her all. I have no doubt she does. I just personally prefer someone who can act the hell outta it as well as sing. Just my personal preference. 
I agree, they are going to have to say something eventually. Because if she is expected to be here until November 18th (which ATG has consistently said on the website since it was announced), its not really fair for those who are desperate to see Amber.
That being said, I've been twice, both when Amber was scheduled to be on but Marisha has been on both times. No complaints, feel free to take over girl.  |
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Post by daniel on Aug 15, 2017 16:04:16 GMT
Amber is back tonight |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 15, 2017 16:06:03 GMT
Amber is back tonight *cues applause* |
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Post by theatre on Aug 15, 2017 23:09:49 GMT
Have noticed also that they're removing as many references to Amber as they can - the main page of the website used to feature the line 'Amber Riley (Glee) plays Effie White' in the paragraph about the show and Casey Nicholaw, but this has been removed (wisely) with the most recent update. I would be surprised if Amber was used at events and performances to promote this show now, since she is scheduled to be doing just over half the shows anyway, and is off in November anyway (if she stays that long, which I personally doubt ) |
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Post by showtoones on Aug 16, 2017 3:37:46 GMT
I'm more excited that Daniel Johnson is back!
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Post by Deleted on Aug 16, 2017 7:56:18 GMT
I'm more excited that Daniel Johnson is back! The amount of comments and messages I've gotten, I feel more popular than Amber right now! 😂😂 But thank you, much appreciated 😙😙 |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 17, 2017 18:03:51 GMT
Big overhaul on the website... Marisha and Karen have been changed once again to Effie White (at certain performances), both have been put ahead of Liisi and Asmeret on the list of cast. Also, new production photos of both Karen and Marisha in One Night Only mode, as well as Asmeret in any any photos with the three girls or Lorrell, which have been re-done! Joshua Liburd has also been added into photos, Tyrone coming back seems even less likely now. www.dreamgirlswestend.com/images/ |
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Post by ali973 on Aug 17, 2017 19:57:28 GMT
Has anyone been following the fun scenes they've been posting on their Instagram account?
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Post by AliceFearnFan2212 on Aug 18, 2017 1:38:29 GMT
Amber now down to 5 shows per week. Karen/Marisha doing Monday night, Wednesday matinee and Saturday matinee. From the official websites. Yeah, that's what I said. Marisha told me on Monday lol |
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Post by michalnowicki on Aug 18, 2017 8:42:41 GMT
Has anyone been following the fun scenes they've been posting on their Instagram account? I usually skip through them without sounds. Anything interesting? |
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Post by daniel on Aug 18, 2017 8:54:38 GMT
Amber now down to 5 shows per week. Karen/Marisha doing Monday night, Wednesday matinee and Saturday matinee. From the official websites. Yeah, that's what I said. Marisha told me on Monday lol Well it's not quite what you said is it. You said Marisha had "basically confirmed" (your words), I posted when it had been actually confirmed. Anyway it's irrelevant, same end result. |
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Post by kulen on Aug 18, 2017 19:48:45 GMT
Yeah, that's what I said. Marisha told me on Monday lol Well it's not quite what you said is it. You said Marisha had "basically confirmed" (your words), I posted when it had been actually confirmed. Anyway it's irrelevant, same end result. Do you think they are gonna release the vids of Marisha and Karen singing And I am Telling You. |
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Post by sempala on Aug 18, 2017 20:59:53 GMT
Well it's not quite what you said is it. You said Marisha had "basically confirmed" (your words), I posted when it had been actually confirmed. Anyway it's irrelevant, same end result. Do you think they are gonna release the vids of Marisha and Karen singing And I am Telling You. I definitely hope so, would love to see them. |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 19, 2017 0:19:06 GMT
Oh I know she gives it her all. I have no doubt she does. I just personally prefer someone who can act the hell outta it as well as sing. Just my personal preference.
I agree, they are going to have to say something eventually. Because if she is expected to be here until November 18th (which ATG has consistently said on the website since it was announced), its not really fair for those who are desperate to see Amber.
That being said, I've been twice, both when Amber was scheduled to be on but Marisha has been on both times. No complaints, feel free to take over girl. You are back!!!!!  |
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Post by sempala on Aug 23, 2017 13:03:26 GMT
First time Karen's been announced to perform, and they're bigging her up like something's different about this performance. Weird that they're finally mentioning her this late in the run..
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Post by daniel on Aug 23, 2017 13:09:32 GMT
They're doing a twitter takeover today with one of the ensemble running the page - could it be something to do with that maybe?
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Post by theatre on Aug 23, 2017 13:11:30 GMT
First time Karen's been announced to perform, and they're bigging her up like something's different about this performance. Weird that they're finally mentioning her this late in the run.. This might have something to do with Marisha going on holiday in the States for a week or so - if they don't push Karen like they have done for Marisha this week, they may struggle a little on the now 3 performances which Amber doesn't perform in? Just a thought - they can't afford subpar sales for 3 shows , and I think Marisha has reached the point now where people do know her (of us theatre people anyway!) and would book to see her. Karen, I don't think is there yet. |
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Post by sempala on Aug 23, 2017 14:12:00 GMT
I'm just glad she's getting a bit of a mention, it's an official account so people will see it. Even if it's with their sales in mind rather than actually pushing Karen's talent, I'm sure she'll appreciate it.
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Aug 25, 2017 16:52:02 GMT
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Post by ali973 on Aug 25, 2017 17:20:17 GMT
Oh I love these boys! They're from the 2009(ish?) tour of West Side Story, right? They're so sexy.
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Post by ada92 on Aug 31, 2017 8:55:08 GMT
Didn't fancy this or think it would be for me but was worth it to see Karen Mav move me to floods of tears at the end of the first act..... The whole show not a patch on 42nd Street for showmanship or precision although the lighting sequences and usage were brilliant. Some good voices but the diction was poor in first act - but worth it for that one moment at the end of Act 1
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Post by kulen on Aug 31, 2017 9:06:36 GMT
Didn't fancy this or think it would be for me but was worth it to see Karen Mav move me to floods of tears at the end of the first act..... The whole show not a patch on 42nd Street for showmanship or precision although the lighting sequences and usage were brilliant. Some good voices but the diction was poor in first act - but worth it for that one moment at the end of Act 1 Have you seen amber ? X |
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Post by HereForTheatre on Aug 31, 2017 9:30:32 GMT
I notice that Ruth Brown has a "showcase" run at The Other Palace coming up and it's produced by Sonia Friedman....so obviously no fall out or bad blood there. Liked by the Dreamgirls account on twitter too.
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