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Post by Stasia on Jan 26, 2016 10:05:43 GMT
It is so amazing I am now making all of my friends (and even my boss) to go and see it  Will even probably write a promo article for Russian tourists (as I usually do for my fave London shows) |
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Post by Steffi on Jan 26, 2016 11:20:03 GMT
Legroom is great in row A. However, performers use the space in front so probably not recommended for someone who just wants to stretch out their legs.
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Post by lordwebber on Jan 26, 2016 14:31:45 GMT
Seating wasn't uncomfortable for me, at least no less comfortable than any other West End venue, which is not to say much I know
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Post by theatremadness on Jan 28, 2016 17:14:54 GMT
Casting director for In The Heights has just posted a breakdown on Spotlight looking for a new Vanessa, due to "cast injury". Interesting to note that it says it's a temporary contract for at least 4 weeks, with a view to extend to September.
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Post by Steffi on Jan 28, 2016 20:33:13 GMT
Sorry to hear Jade's injury is keeping her away from the show for so long.
I hope they extend. But not sure they really will considering ticket sales haven't been amazing.
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Post by SamB (was badoerfan) on Jan 29, 2016 23:01:10 GMT
Saw this last night (Thursday 28th) and absolutely loved it. What a brilliant show! I just wish more people were seeing it, as again it was probably no more than half full.
I'm trying to piece together who was playing who - there were five or six names read out at the beginning as 'will be playing tonight'. From those I can work out, Jocasta Amgill was on as Camilla (as opposed to understudying Vanessa, as I understand she has been doing), Sarah Naudi was on as Vanessa, which meant that Alexzandra Sarmiento was effectively doubling, as far as I could see it, being a key part of all the dance numbers, but also playing Carla. Looking at the photos, I think Antoine Murray-Straughan was on as Sonny, which means someone else must have been Grafitti Pete, possibly Reiss Hinds. And Philippa Stefani was on as Daniela, of course.
I thought the whole cast was excellent, with special mention for Lily Frazer and Philippa Stefani. It genuinely seemed like they were all having a great time playing the roles, and had a very enthusiastic crowd for their troubles too.
The main negative I took away from the show was the venue. I found the seats uncomfortable, but more bothersome than anything, the place was so noisy! Coming from above, I think it's the wind rattling the temporary roofing against the metal girders, and with the beginnings of the storm coming in, it was incredibly distracting. It was worst later one, and really stripped any of the emotion out of the quieter, dramatic scenes in the second half (those who've seen it will know the scenes I mean), which slightly dampened the enjoyment for me, and stripped the show of some of its emotional heft.
Is it always like that? And is this place intended to be a permanent theatre venue? Because if it is going to be, they need to sort those problems out - I wouldn't want to see something quiet and emotional there.
But overall, a great night. Hoping I might get to see it once again before it closes. I assume my odds of ever seeing Jade Ewen are pretty minimal now?
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Post by HereForTheatre on Jan 30, 2016 12:43:25 GMT
I experienced those noises too and again it was on a very windy day.
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Post by jaqs on Jan 31, 2016 13:03:33 GMT
Went last night, not sure who was Vanessa but they were not good. Had understudy for Benny too who was great.
For me it didn't have the energy it did in Southwark, it's still worth seeing for Sam Mackay who is doing an excellent job.
Seats had loads of legroom but are still uncomfortable.
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Post by flyingfree on Jan 31, 2016 13:32:34 GMT
Just booked for the 20th. Booked row K because I couldn't afford much more, there still seems to be a lot of availability, is the theatre quite good in letting people move forward?
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Post by SamB (was badoerfan) on Jan 31, 2016 18:21:09 GMT
There didn't seem to be anything or anybody stopping people moving forward (no ushers up on the sides where the seats are), so you should be fine.
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Post by distantcousin on Jan 31, 2016 21:13:30 GMT
Thinking of seeing this in April when I'm down for Sunset Boulevard. Not sure it will be "me" though. I'm not a hip hop type... Thoughts? You sound quite old school, dear. So possibly not!  |
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Post by distantcousin on Jan 31, 2016 21:14:14 GMT
I wasn't a fan of hip-hop before I saw the show and I haven't really listened to much hip-hop since seeing the show. But LMM is a genius, arguable the biggest thing in MT since Sondheim. or you? |
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Feb 1, 2016 8:32:22 GMT
Thinking of seeing this in April when I'm down for Sunset Boulevard. Not sure it will be "me" though. I'm not a hip hop type... Thoughts? You sound quite old school, dear. So possibly not! As long as there's room to store my tartan shopping trolley on wheels under the seat I'll see anything, dear |
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Post by alece10 on Feb 1, 2016 12:41:29 GMT
You sound quite old school, dear. So possibly not! As long as there's room to store my tartan shopping trolley on wheels under the seat I'll see anything, dear I'm not "hip hop" either but really enjoyed the show when I saw it at Southwark. I would say there is as much Salsa as Hip Hop. Don't think Hamilton will be my thing but this was great |
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Post by HereForTheatre on Feb 1, 2016 12:58:40 GMT
I think i sat in row E when i went, maybe F, and the view was great, so sure G will be fine.
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Post by DebbieDoesDouglas(Hodge) on Feb 1, 2016 13:08:03 GMT
When I saw it, in the interval I asked the ushers if I could move BACK from the stage in the hope of noticeing the lack of decent plot a bit less. Didn't work (plot, not my request although THREE ushers had to be contacted to discuss me moving!)
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Post by Deleted on Feb 1, 2016 14:22:50 GMT
When I saw it, in the interval I asked the ushers if I could move BACK from the stage in the hope of noticeing the lack of decent plot a bit less. "Could I sit somewhere else, please? Like a different theatre?" |
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Post by stevej678 on Feb 4, 2016 19:12:09 GMT
The Railway Children has announced an extension at the Kings Cross Theatre until the end of October so I wonder if In The Heights is set to do the same?
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Post by Stasia on Feb 5, 2016 7:17:13 GMT
Fingers crossed! Really want them to extend
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Post by Steffi on Feb 5, 2016 13:20:11 GMT
Great news!
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Post by SamB (was badoerfan) on Feb 5, 2016 14:54:33 GMT
Wow, based on how full it was when I was there (and the offers that seem to be available), I'm quite surprised they can justify it.
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Post by Steffi on Feb 5, 2016 14:59:14 GMT
That's what I thought too. It must be cheap enough to run.
I'm happy about the extension. My favourite London show right now. Looking forward to more visits.
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Post by HereForTheatre on Feb 5, 2016 15:14:21 GMT
I wonder who the new Vanessa will be
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Post by Jon on Feb 5, 2016 15:21:15 GMT
I imagine this and The Railway Children will close when Google decides when its going to build its new HQ.
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Feb 12, 2016 8:10:10 GMT
Two tickets up for grabs on our competition! |
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Will even probably write a promo article for Russian tourists (as I usually do for my fave London shows)
