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Post by Deleted on Jan 19, 2019 23:02:41 GMT
It's interesting to see the website now says: "Fiddler on the Roof is now SOLD OUT. To be kept informed of any additional performances or a transfer..." then goes on to list a link. It's exciting news if it does transfer, especially as one of our fellow members did say it was expected to transfer to the Playhouse Theatre!
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Post by Dr Tom on Jan 19, 2019 23:21:07 GMT
It's interesting to see the website now says: "Fiddler on the Roof is now SOLD OUT. To be kept informed of any additional performances or a transfer..." then goes on to list a link. It's exciting news if it does transfer, especially as one of our fellow members did say it was expected to transfer to the Playhouse Theatre! It has said that since previews though. Tickets do appear. But I do think that there's a very good chance of a transfer. |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 19, 2019 23:32:02 GMT
It's interesting to see the website now says: "Fiddler on the Roof is now SOLD OUT. To be kept informed of any additional performances or a transfer..." then goes on to list a link. It's exciting news if it does transfer, especially as one of our fellow members did say it was expected to transfer to the Playhouse Theatre! It has said that since previews though. Tickets do appear. But I do think that there's a very good chance of a transfer. Oh I haven't really been following the show until the news of the transfer! 😂 I have noticed the Menier does have tickets appear, so I may have to keep my eye on the website. |
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Post by stevej678 on Jan 20, 2019 11:35:49 GMT
Well, this is outstanding, isn't it?
I saw the actor-musician production, led by Paul Michael Glaser, a few times on tour and thought that was a defining production so I wasn't sure how ready I was for another. I needn't have worried because I absolutely adored this.
From the moment you walk into the dark, smoky auditorium at the Menier, the wooden slats and gable-roofed shacks of the set bring Anatevka to life with a terrific authenticity. The lighting only adds to the set in evoking the atmosphere of early 20th century Russia.
It's impossible to see how the central performances of Andy Nyman as Tevye alongside Molly Osborne, Harriet Bunton and Kirsty Maclaren as his daughters Tzeitel, Hodel and Chava respectively could be bettered.
Harriet's Far From The Home I Love gave me chills while I don't think I was alone in fighting back tears during the heartbreaking scenes between Kirsty's Chava and Andy Nyman's Tevye towards the end. Great to see Kirsty on stage again after enjoying her performance so much in Our Ladies of Perpetual Succour.
As sublime as the daughters' performances are, it's of course on Tevye's shoulders that so much rests, and Andy Nyman presents his character's struggles and conflict between tradition and a desire to fulfil his daughters' happiness with remarkable sincerity, dry wit and warmth. Everything that was wrong with Marcus Brigstocke's casting as Barnum is spot on here.
The staging of the wedding, the Bottle Dance and Tevye's dream are quite extraordinary in their vibrancy as the cast fill every inch of the stage. The immediate standing ovation at the finale was testament to how this is a Fiddler not merely on the roof but positively raising it.
In the Menier's finest Tradition, surely this must transfer?
Five stars.
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Post by demelza on Jan 21, 2019 12:37:19 GMT
It's interesting to see the website now says: "Fiddler on the Roof is now SOLD OUT. To be kept informed of any additional performances or a transfer..." then goes on to list a link. It's exciting news if it does transfer, especially as one of our fellow members did say it was expected to transfer to the Playhouse Theatre! From what I've heard, it won't be at the Playhouse! It will be nearby though. |
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Post by showtoones on Jan 21, 2019 13:10:20 GMT
It's interesting to see the website now says: "Fiddler on the Roof is now SOLD OUT. To be kept informed of any additional performances or a transfer..." then goes on to list a link. It's exciting news if it does transfer, especially as one of our fellow members did say it was expected to transfer to the Playhouse Theatre! From what I've heard, it won't be at the Playhouse! It will be nearby though. Savoy? |
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Post by Rory on Jan 21, 2019 13:20:19 GMT
9 to 5 is at the Savoy.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 21, 2019 13:42:50 GMT
From what I've heard, it won't be at the Playhouse! It will be nearby though. Savoy? The only thoughts of nearby theatres that are availble are Vaudeville or the Charing Cross Theatre? Vaudeville would be a great venue for it actually. Right on The Strand, small venue etc |
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Post by showtoones on Jan 21, 2019 13:45:49 GMT
Isn’t 9 to 5 a limited run though? |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 21, 2019 13:47:29 GMT
Isn’t 9 to 5 a limited run though? It's only a filler show to get a long runners in there. I seriously doubt it will be Fiddler, especially considering the size of the show. |
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Post by alece10 on Jan 21, 2019 16:58:51 GMT
Maybe they will go all immersive and actually do it on a roof.
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Post by Jon on Jan 21, 2019 18:01:46 GMT
The Vaudeville has Emilia until June so it’s not available if they want a Spring transfer
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Post by Rory on Jan 21, 2019 18:10:13 GMT
Gielgud's free 30th March, Playhouse 6th April, Duke of York's 13th April. Next one after that isn't until 11th May when the Noel Coward becomes free.
I wonder when Delfont Mackintosh will announce restoration dates for the Gielgud and Noel Coward?
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Post by Deleted on Jan 21, 2019 18:12:17 GMT
Maybe they will go all immersive and actually do it on a roof. Reminds me of this gobsmacking production of Titanic |
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Post by alece10 on Jan 21, 2019 18:48:10 GMT
Maybe they will go all immersive and actually do it on a roof. Reminds me of this gobsmacking production of Titanic Now that I would have love to have seen. |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 21, 2019 19:41:27 GMT
This 16 minute video is a mini-doc on the making of the show.
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Post by Jon on Jan 21, 2019 19:43:33 GMT
Gielgud's free 30th March, Playhouse 6th April, Duke of York's 13th April. Next one after that isn't until 11th May when the Noel Coward becomes free. I wonder when Delfont Mackintosh will announce restoration dates for the Gielgud and Noel Coward? I suspect the Gielgud will get a small refurb before reopening for Les Mis. |
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Post by showtoones on Jan 21, 2019 20:21:30 GMT
Has the Savoy announced what is going in after 9 to 5? Fiddler could be expanded their current staging??
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Post by Rory on Jan 21, 2019 20:26:01 GMT
Has the Savoy announced what is going in after 9 to 5? Fiddler could be expanded their current staging?? 9 to 5 is booking until 31st August (and some here think it may extend beyond then) so I don't think it will be the venue for Fiddler if it is looking for a relatively quick transfer. |
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Post by mrbarnaby on Jan 22, 2019 9:36:47 GMT
It’s going to the Playhouse.
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Post by Mark on Jan 24, 2019 22:54:24 GMT
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Post by mrbarnaby on Jan 24, 2019 22:58:29 GMT
You’re welcome....
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Post by karloscar on Jan 24, 2019 23:44:34 GMT
Don't know if Judy Kuhn will be making the transfer. She said in a recent interview she will be back in New York on March 10th.
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Post by theatrenewbie on Jan 24, 2019 23:48:16 GMT
Mr baranbys right!!
Right let’s reopen the hello dolly thread😝😝
Ps-can’t wait to fiddler!
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Post by Rory on Jan 24, 2019 23:53:15 GMT
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