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Post by Deleted on Apr 11, 2024 17:22:53 GMT
Can Johannes sing ? It’s more a singing/acting role than dancing I've seen a couple of people mention that in historic interviews he said he can't. But I don't know how true that is. They didn't share which interviews. He doesn't strike me as someone who would take on a role they know they can't do |
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Post by evilmat360 on Apr 14, 2024 9:36:46 GMT
Just noticed from the tour website that Johannes won't be performing at Brighton or Oxford.
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Post by theatremiss on Apr 14, 2024 10:54:47 GMT
Can Johannes sing ? It’s more a singing/acting role than dancing I've seen a couple of people mention that in historic interviews he said he can't. But I don't know how true that is. They didn't share which interviews. He doesn't strike me as someone who would take on a role they know they can't do He was on Johnathan Ross the other night and he said he’d known about getting the part 2 years ago and ever since then he’s taken singing lessons. Watch this space |
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Post by ruthieh on Apr 14, 2024 11:04:22 GMT
Just noticed from the tour website that Johannes won't be performing at Brighton or Oxford.
Disappointed about Oxford, but understandable given the dates… |
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Nov 16, 2024 19:26:28 GMT
Johannes bailing out of matinees in Sheffield.
Hmm.
First major MT role and bailing out. Not a good look.
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Post by danb on Nov 16, 2024 19:32:20 GMT
No decent seats left in Bristol for this. Hoping for some returns nearer the run.
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Nov 16, 2024 19:39:01 GMT
Those dates in Sheffield that he’s not playing the matinees, what is he doing? He’s obviously in town.
Sheffield Theatres have been pushing out notifications like mad that’s he’s not on but many people will have already purchased tickets based on his casting.
Very poor. And sounds like diva behaviour from him.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 16, 2024 19:41:57 GMT
Not even a Saturday matinee?
That's a crazy decision, the core strictly audience will likely be in on the matinées.
Not a good look at all. This, plus his past comments on his singing ability, is concerning.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 16, 2024 19:44:30 GMT
He isn't doing Wednesday and Thursday matinées in Southampton either.
I don't know if that was announced from the start or if it's been added. Both performances have limited availability
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Post by osdtdg on Nov 16, 2024 19:53:06 GMT
Johannes bailing out of matinees in Sheffield. Hmm. First major MT role and bailing out. Not a good look. Lola is a decently taxing part in terms of vocals, energy and emotionality. If this is his first MT role, it seems like he knows his limits and is announcing in advance? Seems better than just bailing out of matiness without notice? Honestly, we need to destigmatise alternates so people can actually keep a healthy routine and vocals. There's nothing wrong with wanting an alternate if he knows his limits |
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Post by Being Alive on Nov 16, 2024 20:02:53 GMT
It doesn't sound like diva behaviour - it sounds sensible considering Lola is a full out role and he's not done a full length musical run before so they're trying to pace him.
Obviously would have preferred them to announce this when tickets went ok sale, but makes a lot of sense to me.
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Nov 16, 2024 20:03:15 GMT
Johannes bailing out of matinees in Sheffield. Hmm. First major MT role and bailing out. Not a good look. Honestly, we need to destigmatise alternates so people can actually keep a healthy routine and vocals. There's nothing wrong with wanting an alternate if he knows his limits Nobody is “destigmatising” anyone. We are talking about people who bought tickets because they wanted to see Johannes and will now see someone’s else, who I’m sure will be great but is not the man they saw on Strictly. Sell a show on a name? Honour the name. |
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Post by longinthetooth on Nov 16, 2024 20:07:42 GMT
I hadn't got round to booking this. I've seen Kinky Boots several times before, and was interested to see Johannes, but now that he isn't doing matinees, I'm afraid I'm out.
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Post by osdtdg on Nov 16, 2024 20:09:12 GMT
Sell a show on a name? Honour the name. Okay, sure. But 1) There's no guarantee that he'd be at any performance anyway. All sorts of things happen 2) There will be some poeple who want to see the show vs Johannes specifically 3) He's obviously been in discussion with the creatives and figured doing 5/6 shows a week will be better for him 4) He's announced in advance; would it have been better when tickets went on sale? 100%, but at least there are alternatives now for people who want to see him vs. the show. |
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Post by Deleted on Nov 16, 2024 20:17:39 GMT
There is a big difference between someone being off sick, and a pre planned pattern of absences through the whole tour.
Whether this is Johannes or the producers, it isn't OK. It was known from the moment his name was announced he has previously stated he doesn't have a good/strong voice. Knowing this an alternate schedule should be in place from the very beginning. It's an easily foreseeable issue.
This show is heavily sold on his name, and people (more than ever) pay a premium for that. It's about transparency and being fair to your customers. They announce it after the majority of tickets are sold. So not only do they have their money, the ticket buyers can't change dates.
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Post by osdtdg on Nov 16, 2024 20:19:38 GMT
There is a big difference between someone being off sick, and a pre planned pattern of absences through the whole tour. Why though? I'm genuinely curious as to why you think so? If he believes it is healthier for him, then surely thats better than forcing him to do 8 shows a week and struggling vocally and calling out without notice? Edit: There are still many seats not sold (look at Oxford etc.), granted I acknowledge that it would've been better to announce it earlier but placing the blame on him for making a healthy choice is odd. I'd much prefer to have an alternate than a lead struggling with vocals, energy and stamina. |
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Post by Always@thetheatre on Nov 16, 2024 20:24:01 GMT
He isn't doing Wednesday and Thursday matinées in Southampton either. I don't know if that was announced from the start or if it's been added. Both performances have limited availability The two venues near me said before tickets went on sale that he wouldn't be doing the week matinees |
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Post by drfootlights on Nov 16, 2024 20:28:41 GMT
His performance schedule has been announced since it went on sale - this isn’t new news. Regardless it seems to be selling incredibly well.
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Post by hadeswasking on Nov 16, 2024 22:20:01 GMT
People watch Strictly and purchase tickets based on someone on it?
News to me!
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Post by FrontrowverPaul on Nov 16, 2024 22:26:20 GMT
They sure do. Including me. For a matinee too so a little. disappointing though I'm sure the alternate will be fine
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Post by alison on Nov 16, 2024 22:35:38 GMT
For every venue I've looked at (which is basically everywhere that's accessible from the midlands because I really can't wait to see the show again), there have been notes either on the main show page or pop ups when you click on the performance itself to say that Johannes will not be performing. It has been planned from the start, and there's clear evidence for that in a lot of venues where the Johannes shows are basically sold out and the non-Johannes shows are not, so many people obviously did read the information and know. I'll admit I was surprised by just how much of a draw Johannes seems to be based on those trends, but it's a clear pattern. This hasn't just been decided last minute.
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Post by notsotheatrical on Nov 16, 2024 22:38:26 GMT
People watch Strictly and purchase tickets based on someone on it? News to me! I have you know I have booked to see Craig Revel Horwood in Panto this Christmas. If he calls out, I am leaving in Protest! Unprofessional! |
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Post by osdtdg on Nov 16, 2024 22:39:18 GMT
I am still very confused by the issue here. Its no guarantee that youll see the "big name" anyway. Its live theatre and sometimes things happen. This is for his health and for benefits of audiences to ensure everyone is giving and getting the best show possible.
There are disclaimers about this very thing. Maybe i am just different, but i generally try and understand the risks befire soending my money on expensive things like theatre.
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Post by Figaro on Nov 16, 2024 23:25:22 GMT
He isn't doing Wednesday and Thursday matinées in Southampton either. I don't know if that was announced from the start or if it's been added. Both performances have limited availability The two venues near me said before tickets went on sale that he wouldn't be doing the week matinees Same with the couple of venues I looked at too. |
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Post by Phantom of London on Nov 16, 2024 23:32:03 GMT
Did Matt Henry do 8 shows a week?
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