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Post by Rory on Jul 28, 2017 18:11:19 GMT
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Post by bluetoothpick on Jul 29, 2017 22:51:26 GMT
We saw this tonight and basically ADORED IT. Channing is sensational. Full house standing ovation at the first preview. Piece is well written and skillfully directed (whilst generally fans of Lloyd - we didn't care for Guards at the Taj). Be aware, the stage is staggeringly, and somewhat bafflingly, high. 4ft at least. The first two rows "AA & BB" are, at best, partially restricted view. These are the seats on Today Tix for rush and generally sold at £15. Full review will be on our channel soon. www.youtube.com/channel/UCS6chEBNWiNiGOv3l3XLEGw |
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Post by showgirl on Jul 30, 2017 4:45:59 GMT
Good news re play & interesting re seating in view of recent discussion. Wonder if Todaytix are aware of the restricted views as they claim not to sell seats affected - or are Rush tix excluded from that statement?
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Post by Maz on Jul 31, 2017 9:32:37 GMT
So, in conclusion, AA and BB are (partially) restricted?
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Post by Maz on Jul 31, 2017 9:59:20 GMT
Had this reply from Todaytix :
"I can assure you however that with Apologia at the Trafalgar Studios row AA are clear view seats. The box office at the Trafalgar Studios have stated that although a customer on the front row will need to look up there is no restriction of the production from the front row. I do hope that helps."
I have 2 tickets for tonight but my friend isn't sure she can make it now so I may have a spare, if anyone is interested ? (£15)
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Post by bluetoothpick on Jul 31, 2017 12:25:31 GMT
It is pretty much the set that causes the restriction, and the viewing angle.
There is a WHOPPING great dining table in the middle of the stage. This means that you are practically underneath it in row AA. Not much better in BB.
Angle of such means that if anyone is sat behind it, which happens a lot, Thier faces are often totally obscured.
This is my opinion I suppose and I'd be interested to see if others agree.
For the price they are quite acceptable, however.
Do report back everyone!
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Post by Maz on Jul 31, 2017 12:42:56 GMT
Well my friend can indeed not make it  So would anyone like 1 ticket for tonight? Or two, if you prefer, and I'll go with her another night... £15 each. Let me know asap x |
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Post by japhun on Aug 1, 2017 14:38:51 GMT
Watching tonight in Row AA...luckily I'm 6'2"! Anyone else going?  |
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Post by Tibidabo on Aug 1, 2017 14:44:04 GMT
Watching tonight in Row AA... luckily I'm 6'2"! Lucky for who? No offence, but I'd be really annoyed if I were behind you! Do post a review please! PS. I do like the virtual you though.  |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 1, 2017 14:48:20 GMT
Watching tonight in Row AA...luckily I'm 6'2"! Anyone else going? |
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Post by Maz on Aug 1, 2017 15:49:21 GMT
We went last night. Really great! Didn't know much about this play at all, which makes a nice change from the norm. There were a few little things which didn't quite work for me, but thinking about it more today, I think some of them could be 'preview' issues which will work themselves out. It's been a while since I went to a show at the start of the run so might try and catch it near the end to see if much has changed.
Will give a few more thoughts about the play and cast (overall all were brill) when I get a chance but mainly came on now to say the view from row AA is most definitely restricted at times. I don't know about official or legal definitions, but I basically couldn't see an awful lot. I didn't mind the looking up at all, but it wasn't a case of as long as you look up you can see all the action. You couldn't. Course, it might differ where along the row you are (and maybe how tall you are?) but imo they should absolutely be advertised as partially restricted. I know they are cheap seats and therefore could be said they are good value for money but it should be made known to the buyer about the view.
Having said all that, what a great play! It gave me A LOT to think about. Think I'll be buying this one to read too. Enjoy it if you're going and I'd be interested to know other thoughts about row AA!
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Post by theatrelover123 on Aug 1, 2017 21:26:24 GMT
Going to see this in about 2 weeks and was moved back from row AA to row A by the Box Office who emailed me to tell me of the change. I would be interested to hear what the view is like from Row A (specifically seat A4). Is Row A now the third row behind rows AA and BB?
This is what the BO email said: Since your booking was made, the production team has informed us that there will no longer be a 5-seat row AA.
As you originally booked a seat in this row, we have moved you to seat A4
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Post by Maz on Aug 1, 2017 22:54:40 GMT
Going to see this in about 2 weeks and was moved back from row AA to row A by the Box Office who emailed me to tell me of the change. I would be interested to hear what the view is like from Row A (specifically seat A4). Is Row A now the third row behind rows AA and BB? This is what the BO email said: Since your booking was made, the production team has informed us that there will no longer be a 5-seat row AA. As you originally booked a seat in this row, we have moved you to seat A4 You'll probably get better opinions from others (like some who've actually sat in row A  ) But my impression from seeing the layout last night is that row A is a MUCH better seat than AA. It is technically the 3rd row but set far enough behind AA and BB to be a sort of front row itself. I've been thinking this over and really can't think of a good reason why they added the 2 rows. Extra revenue doesn't seem like a good reason when it's not sold out. They are soo close that I almost felt like I was putting SC off by looking at her. (Possibly just my impression but I thought she seemed nervous, esp at the start). |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 2, 2017 8:01:25 GMT
Well. What a lovely kitchen. Very homely. People who love a set of chairs to match the table should probably look away though.
I do wonder if Stockard Channing is in the middle of suing her surgeon. If she isn't, she jolly well should be. Ouch.
Stockard is wonderful though (a touch on the hammy side occasionally but she's so glorious you forgive her) and I was surprised how good Laura Carmichael was. Often the earnest American Christian is a bit of a joke but she ends up as the most sympathetic character and Laura plays her with a real genuineness. You get two Joseph Millsons for the price of one if that's your thing although sadly not at the same time which would have been marvellous.
But the big plus point is that you get possibly one of the worst performances of the year courtesy of Freema Agyeman. She veers between seeming like she read the script for the first time that afternoon and making every line sound like a question? Sometimes both at the same time. Which I suppose is a gift in itself.
The play is entertaining enough, rather funny in some parts (enjoy Thursday!) and zips along nicely. Go see it for La Channing because (I've used it before but I'm not going to miss the opportunity to drag it out again) there are worse things you could do.
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Post by Tibidabo on Aug 2, 2017 8:25:29 GMT
Well. What a lovely kitchen. Very homely. People who love a set of chairs to match the table should probably look away though.My heart is actually palpitating at the very thought. I do wonder if Stockard Channing is in the middle of suing her surgeon. If she isn't, she jolly well should be. Sounds like she may use the same one as Felicity, as observed from the front row of the Chocolate Factory recently. I honestly don't know what possesses people who need to contort their faces into all sorts of nuances for a living to even consider plasticising them into such weird, rigid sculptures. Give me the visages of Dames Maggie, Judi and Julie any day. Glad to hear nice things about Laura C and Joseph M. |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 2, 2017 10:08:49 GMT
Going to see this in about 2 weeks and was moved back from row AA to row A by the Box Office who emailed me to tell me of the change. I would be interested to hear what the view is like from Row A (specifically seat A4). Is Row A now the third row behind rows AA and BB? I'm sure it's fine. The front two rows are very close to the front of the stage (which looks rather high) then there's a gap (walkway sized) before you get to the next row which I think is Row A. So you're floor level (no rake) but probably far back enough to see over the heads in front without straining your neck as much as those in the first two rows. I'd say you're effectively the equivalent to being 4 rows from the front of the stage if that makes sense. |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 2, 2017 11:23:43 GMT
Ooooh I am also in row A4 when I go!!
not sure what to expect with this as I know the very basic storyline but that is about it, as a general rule I never book a show to go and see a star, but this one I had to make an exception to see Stockard!
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Post by TallPaul on Aug 2, 2017 12:34:54 GMT
Who knew that Ryan can also do serious. Who knew.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 2, 2017 12:50:16 GMT
Who knew that Ryan can also do serious. Who knew. Cheeky. Well don't get too used to it, I won't be making that mistake too often. |
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Post by showgirl on Aug 2, 2017 13:29:24 GMT
You're such a tease, @ryan - I'm still waiting for a report on your predicted misbehaviour at Jermyn Street recently. Or can someone else enlighten us?
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Post by Deleted on Aug 4, 2017 8:39:49 GMT
Well Samantha Bond loved it!
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Post by TallPaul on Aug 4, 2017 8:45:34 GMT
No mention of your pal Freema?
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Post by japhun on Aug 4, 2017 9:33:07 GMT
Watching tonight in Row AA... luckily I'm 6'2"! Lucky for who? No offence, but I'd be really annoyed if I were behind you! Do post a review please! PS. I do like the virtual you though. Sorry that my height (which obviously i had COMPLETE control over) would be really annoying to you. I am assuming you book front row for every show you see to avoid the possibility of having something as offensive as a tall person in front of you. Personally, someone's height is near the bottom of the list of things that really annoy me in theatres...but again that's just me! |
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Post by d'James on Aug 4, 2017 9:34:58 GMT
Lucky for who? No offence, but I'd be really annoyed if I were behind you! Do post a review please! PS. I do like the virtual you though. Sorry that my height (which obviously i had COMPLETE control over) would be really annoying to you. I am assuming you book front row for every show you see to avoid the possibility of having something as offensive as a tall person in front of you. Personally, someone's height is near the bottom of the list of things that really annoy me in theatres...but again that's just me! I'm a similar height to you and am considering sitting in those front rows. Did you have to strain your neck much??! |
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Post by japhun on Aug 4, 2017 9:39:17 GMT
Sorry that my height (which obviously i had COMPLETE control over) would be really annoying to you. I am assuming you book front row for every show you see to avoid the possibility of having something as offensive as a tall person in front of you. Personally, someone's height is near the bottom of the list of things that really annoy me in theatres...but again that's just me! I'm a similar height to you and am considering sitting in those front rows. Did you have to strain your neck much??! The stage is quite high, but it also isn't very deep. The only time I couldn't see clearly was when Stockard has her first long soliloquy seated at the table stage right. I still see though, but with a bit of strain For 15 quid, it's a great ticket. |
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So would anyone like 1 ticket for tonight? Or two, if you prefer, and I'll go with her another night... £15 each. Let me know asap x
) But my impression from seeing the layout last night is that row A is a MUCH better seat than AA. It is technically the 3rd row but set far enough behind AA and BB to be a sort of front row itself. 
