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Post by Deleted on Nov 18, 2018 18:30:29 GMT
Reduced at TKTS for Tuesday. Stalls for £29.50.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 18, 2018 21:23:36 GMT
This isn't selling at all, so there will be plenty of discounts around soon.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 18, 2018 22:49:59 GMT
I can't even begin to imagine who thought this would sell at all. And then people complain about Mischief Theatre shows clogging up theatres....
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Post by Deleted on Nov 19, 2018 1:15:02 GMT
I can't even begin to imagine who thought this would sell at all. And then people complain about Mischief Theatre shows clogging up theatres.... I paid a tenner and that is more than enough for me. Reading about it now, this doesn't seem like my kinda show at all, however I live in hope Sharon will be good enough a reason to go.  |
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Post by Deleted on Nov 19, 2018 2:08:43 GMT
I can't even begin to imagine who thought this would sell at all. And then people complain about Mischief Theatre shows clogging up theatres.... I paid a tenner and that is more than enough for me. Reading about it now, this doesn't seem like my kinda show at all, however I live in hope Sharon will be good enough a reason to go. It is one of my favorites. but it is does not connect with a lot of people. |
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Post by theatrefan77 on Nov 19, 2018 7:49:54 GMT
I enjoyed it at National a few years ago and Tonya Pinkins was excellent.
Will try to see this new production at some point. |
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Post by Someone in a tree on Nov 19, 2018 9:07:11 GMT
Loved it at the Nash, saw it twice. Loved it again and Hampstead but I only wanted to see it once.
It’s a very bold and foolish move to transfer it into Wendy’s End. Surely all the theatre geeks had already seen it at Nash, Chi or Hampstead ?
I, of course wish it well
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Post by Rory on Nov 19, 2018 11:17:33 GMT
I wish it well too. With bells on.
Far rather this was in the Playhouse than Lord of the Dance or Rip It Up.
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Post by Someone in a tree on Nov 19, 2018 13:18:33 GMT
I wish it well too. With bells on. Far rather this was in the Playhouse than Lord of the Dance or Rip It Up. Very true |
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Post by Mark on Nov 21, 2018 8:50:39 GMT
Rush also available through Todaytix - £25
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Post by drmaplewood on Nov 22, 2018 9:15:59 GMT
Went to second preview last night having missed it previously - did enjoy it a fair bit though agree with others that I was craving for it to ramp up a bit and when it finally does for Lot's Wife I wasn't disappointed. Did have a nagging feeling that I should have seen it at the Hampstead as the theatre did feel a bit too big for some of the vocals but then they are still settling in.
Sat in the stalls there were a few walkouts during act 1, rudely, several at the interval and another in act 2 (about 10 mins from the end, surely just stay?).
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Post by Deleted on Nov 23, 2018 0:05:43 GMT
So I'm sat in the front row of the Upper for next week, but I didn't realise how far out this specific stage would be laid out, so I imagine the front of the stage will be completely out of view. Praying for an upgrade now.
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Post by Mr Wallacio on Nov 24, 2018 18:17:04 GMT
Not many seen this run so far? I know it's only been a few performances.
I'm seeing it tonight on a TodayTix front row Rush.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 24, 2018 18:52:11 GMT
Not many seen this run so far? I know it's only been a few performances. I'm seeing it tonight on a TodayTix front row Rush. I’m here tonight and was at Heathers earlier too! Slim odds!  |
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Post by Mr Wallacio on Nov 24, 2018 18:54:24 GMT
Not many seen this run so far? I know it's only been a few performances. I'm seeing it tonight on a TodayTix front row Rush. I’m here tonight and was at Heathers earlier too! Slim odds! Do you want a scrunchie? I've got 5 😂 |
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Post by Ade on Nov 24, 2018 21:24:34 GMT
Not many seen this run so far? I know it's only been a few performances. I'm seeing it tonight on a TodayTix front row Rush. I saw it last night and am not sure what the fuss is about it. I struggled to connect with it at all, and can’t quite decide if that’s the production itself or a poor fit in that theatre. From my seat in the dress circle I felt very removed from the action and it didn’t absorb me in the way I was expecting it too. |
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Post by Mr Wallacio on Nov 24, 2018 22:17:22 GMT
Not many seen this run so far? I know it's only been a few performances. I'm seeing it tonight on a TodayTix front row Rush. I saw it last night and am not sure what the fuss is about it. I struggled to connect with it at all, and can’t quite decide if that’s the production itself or a poor fit in that theatre. From my seat in the dress circle I felt very removed from the action and it didn’t absorb me in the way I was expecting it too. From the front I also didn't get it. I've seen many shows about slaves or maids and they made me feel whilst this didn't. Sharon and the supporting cast are great but the show id a bit 'meh' |
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Post by Deleted on Nov 24, 2018 22:49:40 GMT
I’m here tonight and was at Heathers earlier too! Slim odds! Do you want a scrunchie? I've got 5 😂 Ha! Thank you, I’m ok though . From row D of the stalls Sharon’s performance of Lot’s Wife was one of the most moving moments I’ve witnessed. Aside from that, I do agree that a lot of the show was lost on me, and is sure to keep me thinking over the next few days. |
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Post by michalnowicki on Nov 25, 2018 12:43:50 GMT
I saw the second preview on Wednesday evening. This was the first time I saw this piece and I really liked it. I sat in circle, row G and had a really good view of the stage – had to lean only couple of times, but that’s because the kid in front of me wouldn’t sit still.
What felt weird was that the audience didn’t applaud until the end of Act 1. Maybe it’s just the way the show is written or maybe the audience didn’t like it? Sharon D Clarke gives a great performance throughout and gets a well-deserved applause at the end of Lot’s Wife.
I wish that people would stop bringing food/snack into the theatre and that theatres would stop selling them. There was a lot of rustling throughout the show and I just don’t understand why it’s necessary for people to stuff their gobs with M&Ms. The aforementioned “kid” in front of me was a part of a larger group – two grown women with 4 kids. They had BAGS of food: crisps, M&Ms, Maltesers, etc. and thankfully they limited majority of their little picnic to pre-show and interval.
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Post by Mr Wallacio on Nov 25, 2018 15:54:03 GMT
I saw the second preview on Wednesday evening. This was the first time I saw this piece and I really liked it. I sat in circle, row G and had a really good view of the stage – had to lean only couple of times, but that’s because the kid in front of me wouldn’t sit still. What felt weird was that the audience didn’t applaud until the end of Act 1. Maybe it’s just the way the show is written or maybe the audience didn’t like it? Sharon D Clarke gives a great performance throughout and gets a well-deserved applause at the end of Lot’s Wife. I wish that people would stop bringing food/snack into the theatre and that theatres would stop selling them. There was a lot of rustling throughout the show and I just don’t understand why it’s necessary for people to stuff their gobs with M&Ms. The aforementioned “kid” in front of me was a part of a larger group – two grown women with 4 kids. They had BAGS of food: crisps, M&Ms, Maltesers, etc. and thankfully they limited majority of their little picnic to pre-show and interval. I think there was one clap in the middle of act 1 when I went yesterday and really it felt a bit forced as tradition to wanting to clap at the end of every song in a show. This show basically doesn't stop the music or have any obvious song end points to allow for applause imo. |
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Post by anthem on Nov 28, 2018 23:05:41 GMT
I saw the show this evening and it was incredible- definitely one of the most emotionally satisfying evenings I’ve had in the theatre in a very long time. The story is multi layered and the performances are uniformly wonderful; Sharon is the standout but the supporting cast do a great job too.
The score is strong, though the song structure is unusual at times. It’s very funny in parts and moving in others. The staging is clever and engaging. The crowd was up on its feet within seconds of the bows commencing. I can see why it might not be everyone’s cup of tea but for me it was a privilege to see it.
Go see and enjoy!
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Post by Deleted on Nov 29, 2018 13:56:52 GMT
Just having a read of the programme, didn't realise Sue Kelvin and Lauren Ward were in this. Now I'm more ezcited! Am in the Upper Circle, which is open so they have sold enough for a full theatre opening despite the seating plan seemingly saying different. I can't say I'm a massive fan of the tiny bar area or the fact there is no men's cubicle in the toilet. That's odd.
Quote of the Day goes to the lady who just walked into the bar and *in a joking manner* said: "my god, we deserve a free drink just for surviving the stairs!" 😂
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Post by Deleted on Nov 29, 2018 17:30:02 GMT
I thought it was good. Sharon is obviously fantastic, her big number near the end is nothing short of stunning and the audience went wild at the end. I thought the cast as a whole were great. Set and costume were fine, as was the lighting. I didn't really enjoy the plot that much, found it rather thin, but the score was great, with a few standouts. I was in the Upper which was half full, and you could see down to the Stalls and it was pretty full, but there was a couple walkouts at the interval it seemed. But those who enjoyed it really did. The end of Act 1, Sharon's solo and the Finale all got applause and cheers before they even ended, and Sharon deservedly got a standing ovation on her solo bow from most. Go see it for Sharon if nothing else, she is magical to watch! |
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Post by Deleted on Nov 29, 2018 22:21:40 GMT
Thinking about it now, the plot issues or me are simply because it's just so paper thin and there is no hope at all at the end. You leave thinking what was the point almost because Caroline doesn't really go on a journey in my eye. Am I missing soemething?
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Post by Stephen on Nov 29, 2018 22:27:12 GMT
I agree with Daniel. Sharon D Clarke excellent as you would expect. Standout spirited performance from Abiona Omonau too as Emmie.
The plot is very thin but the message is strong.
Not a fan of this type of sung through musical and would have been interesting to see this written as a straight play by Kushner. At times it was a little too silly for me.
First time at the Playhouse theatre and it felt lovely and intimate from the rear stalls. I was in row M and probably wouldn't sit much closer!
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