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Post by ali973 on Dec 18, 2016 15:42:43 GMT
OMG I want it!
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Dec 19, 2016 19:28:32 GMT
Hate to p*ss on anyone's chips, but I was deeply disappointed with this. Was at the same performance as Steve, oddly, and I'm afraid this show did very little for me. It felt dated compared to "Memphis" and "Ma Rainey" and though Amber can sing, she can't really act - not that the script gives much opportunity anyway. In a diva-off, Knight and John would beat her hands down. Full thoughts on my own site now, but really just not for me. Oh well.  |
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Post by theatremadness on Dec 20, 2016 20:03:41 GMT
Technical show stop currently happening I believe....
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Post by mrbarnaby on Dec 20, 2016 20:06:38 GMT
I am literally on the edge of my seat. Technical show stop currently happening I believe.... |
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Post by theatremadness on Dec 20, 2016 20:13:40 GMT
I am literally on the edge of my seat. Technical show stop currently happening I believe.... Tuesday nights do not get more exciting than this!!!! More on this story as it unfolds. Back to you in the studio. |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 20, 2016 20:24:13 GMT
Oh no, I wonder what happened. Any update?
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Post by theatremadness on Dec 20, 2016 22:31:21 GMT
Oh no, I wonder what happened. Any update? Not sure if it's anything to do with the show stop, or as a result of it, but looks like Jocasta Almgill went on as Lorrell for the very first time this evening, mid-show! |
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Post by greenswan on Dec 20, 2016 23:14:00 GMT
Well there was a technical break after 25 minutes. Took about 5 minutes and they announced someone was replaced. Unfortunately I didn't catch who.
The show was mixed for me. When Effie is not on stage the plot is boring and often the modes are loud, louder and very loud.
Still, it was worth it to hear Amber Riley sing and her solos were good. Very interactive audience though I really dislike it when there is clapping before the song is over.
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Post by dazzerlump on Dec 21, 2016 11:17:43 GMT
I hope this clapping mid song thing wears off before next week when I go!
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Post by lou on Dec 21, 2016 15:57:40 GMT
I hope this clapping mid song thing wears off before next week when I go! Try not to get your hopes up! |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 21, 2016 16:24:32 GMT
I hope this clapping mid song thing wears off before next week when I go! I thought the same. I had a women whooping and screaming behind me too. I was glad I read about it on here so I was prepared for it. |
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Post by johartuk on Dec 21, 2016 16:27:11 GMT
I blame the TV talent shows, where the audience are actively encourage to applaud at random moments - two bars into a song, mid-song, tempo change, chorus, keychange...etc! The weirdest one was during this year's Strictly final, when the audience started clapping along to the tense 'waiting for the results to be announced' music!
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Post by mrbarnaby on Dec 21, 2016 23:03:53 GMT
Ain't gonna happen . I don't get why everyone is moaning about it- she is so incredible that she deserves applause mid song. I hope this clapping mid song thing wears off before next week when I go! |
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Post by dazzerlump on Dec 22, 2016 0:10:37 GMT
Im all for a standing ovation at the end of the song, just let me hear the full song first!
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Post by Deleted on Dec 22, 2016 8:25:00 GMT
Ain't gonna happen . I don't get why everyone is moaning about it- she is so incredible that she deserves applause mid song. I hope this clapping mid song thing wears off before next week when I go! I wanted to hear the money note at the end of And I am telling you not the sound of some women's tonsils vibrating from screaming so loud. The audience went nuts for Imelda's performance but at least she finished before they showed their appreciation. |
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Post by paulwat on Dec 22, 2016 8:36:13 GMT
I was there on Tuesday night and have to say we were blown away by Amber's vocals and also Brother's. A pleasure to witness them.
We really couldn't understand how everyone could be cheering and clapping, when they couldn't even hear her performance because of this! At the end of AIATYING it became a fight between Amber and the audience over the table!
I don't know if by one thought the same, but despite the glorious sparkle, it was more like a concert. Despite Amber being amiable, we didn't feel there was any characterisation or any vested interest in what happened to any of the cast.
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Post by mrbarnaby on Dec 22, 2016 9:22:47 GMT
Do the programmes have any show pics in yet?
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Post by Deleted on Dec 22, 2016 9:50:03 GMT
Does anybody know the full understudy list for the main characters in this show??
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Post by Deleted on Dec 22, 2016 11:16:38 GMT
Do the programmes have any show pics in yet? They have a select few photographs, yep. |
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Post by dazzerlump on Dec 22, 2016 12:45:57 GMT
do they have any memorabilia for sale at the Theatre yet?
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Post by Deleted on Dec 22, 2016 12:54:26 GMT
do they have any memorabilia for sale at the Theatre yet? From memory, they have posters, tote bags and possibly key rings... |
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Post by HereForTheatre on Dec 22, 2016 13:08:57 GMT
A 3rd alternate for Effie has been cast.....Marisha Wallace
How many alternates?! Considering the 2nd one hasn't even been on yet...
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Dec 22, 2016 13:23:37 GMT
A 3rd alternate for Effie has been cast.....Marisha Wallace How many alternates?! Considering the 2nd one hasn't even been on yet... Ooh! |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 22, 2016 13:27:52 GMT
A 3rd alternate for Effie has been cast.....Marisha Wallace How many alternates?! Considering the 2nd one hasn't even been on yet... The whole alternate situation is a joke at this show. Its only one performance a week and even then only Karen has been on. I doubt the 2nd will go on much, let alone this girl. Talented as they are, what a joke! The only upside is she can put on her CV she was cast as Alternate Effie White.  |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 22, 2016 13:37:45 GMT
Why don't they give Amber two shows a week off (Monday and Wednesday night) like Beverley gets in The Bodyguard then two alternates can play each week? That way the alternates get more show time and Amber can rest more?
Never heard of a show having 3 alternates though.....very surprising as they have an understudy too?!
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