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Post by BurlyBeaR on Nov 8, 2016 20:09:49 GMT
Looks alright in his pants too 🙂
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Post by Jon on Nov 8, 2016 20:11:44 GMT
Never seen the film but Jay doesn't actually sound that bad in the trailer. Looks like a big production with big sets so I'm pretty sure they're aiming to transfer this?? I could only think it could go in the Piccadilly if Finding Neverland doesn't transfer. I imagine ATG have plenty of shows for the Piccadilly before they'd even consider Big! |
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Nov 8, 2016 20:16:38 GMT
It's tour fodder.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 8, 2016 20:21:14 GMT
I could've seen this doing a stint at the Palladium too if Willows hadn't transferred
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Post by Deleted on Nov 8, 2016 20:38:39 GMT
It looks great, a lot of fun. I really like the movie so I hope it will translate well. And Jay wears the tighty whities wonderfully so always a plus!  Shame a medium size theatre isn't available probably until the Summer for this to go into... |
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Post by Deleted on Nov 8, 2016 20:44:37 GMT
That trailer does make it look pretty good. And I love the film so I am hoping this will either tour or transfer into the West End.
Isn't The Wind in the Willows just for a limited season though?
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Post by Deleted on Nov 8, 2016 20:53:41 GMT
I'm off to see this on Friday with westendcub who coming down to stay for the weekend.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 8, 2016 20:54:13 GMT
I'm off to see this on Friday with westendcub who coming down to stay for the weekend. Awww cute! |
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Post by Deleted on Nov 8, 2016 21:03:32 GMT
I spy LED screens. Same designer as Elf?
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Post by Deleted on Nov 8, 2016 21:08:15 GMT
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Nov 8, 2016 21:30:29 GMT
I'm off to see this on Friday with westendcub who coming down to stay for the weekend. Awww cute! Should we start looking at hats? |
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Post by anthony40 on Nov 8, 2016 23:11:51 GMT
Awww cute! Should we start looking at hats? Does anyone still wear a hat? (I'll drink to that) |
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Post by Deleted on Nov 8, 2016 23:20:38 GMT
I'm off to see this on Friday with westendcub who coming down to stay for the weekend. Who's bringing the peppermint foot lotion??  |
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Post by westendcub on Nov 9, 2016 11:58:03 GMT
I'm off to see this on Friday with westendcub who coming down to stay for the weekend. Looking forward to it my dear, and of course a visit out to Cornwall and a night out in Plymouth!! We plan to stage door, let's just say we all rather fancy Jay...SWOON!! |
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Post by Deleted on Nov 9, 2016 18:14:25 GMT
I'm off to see this on Friday with westendcub who coming down to stay for the weekend. Looking forward to it my dear, and of course a visit out to Cornwall and a night out in Plymouth!! We plan to stage door, let's just say we all rather fancy Jay...SWOON!! Married by Christmas... any bets ladies and gents? |
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Post by Deleted on Nov 9, 2016 20:29:25 GMT
Ha Ha. You do all make me laugh.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 10, 2016 9:15:21 GMT
Three very important questions here:
1. Is someone employed full time to cover up Jay's tattoos each night?
2. Is he in his underpants when they do it?
3. How do you apply?
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Post by westendcub on Nov 12, 2016 10:39:58 GMT
Went last night with Trekkie Monster to see this at Theatre Royal Plymouth.
So overall I enjoyed this but Act 1 is a little underwhelming but has some highlights the piano scene, a massive long solo for Diana Vickers and the brilliant 'Cross the Line' which closes Act 1 (Jay in his superhero 80's underwear is also a delight) but it's Act 2 which is solid so as a whole I really enjoyed it, even though it's not the greatest musical. I think I enjoyed this more than TM but I'm sure he will post his thoughts in due course.
Jay as lead, the boy can sing but he struggled to maintain pitch throughout the whole show with some bum notes. It's obvious that this is his first musical and his voice isn't yet experienced in 8 shows a week but he did act the part well and he came alive for the dance sequences. If it comes to West-End he will need to keep up on training but for his first professional he's doing doing too badly.
Diana Vickers is terrific here, she really brings a kooky neurotic performance to the character which really worked for this and she has a great voice for the stage.
One 'big' thing this show has going for it, is an excellent set and great special effects. This show is certainly not cheap & looks great but this does worry me for West-End.
If this does make it (I think better as a touring show) than I think it would work best as a seasonal show but my fear is it will go down the 'Elf' route and be overpriced. I think Christmas is the perfect season for this to run in.
Is it the best thing I have seen this year, it isn't but did I enjoy my evening in its company than yes I did and I would go see again if it makes it to London.
I do plan on getting the cast recording for another recording of 'Cross the Line' the great black coffee number and because I really like Diana Vickers big solo in this.
Oh so yes we stage doored, Jay was lovely - just got a quick photo as well there lots of young girls and he was hugging away and just a nice lad in general. Also met Gary Wilmont too!!
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Post by Deleted on Nov 12, 2016 10:49:45 GMT
Went last night with Trekkie Monster to see this at Theatre Royal Plymouth. So overall I enjoyed this but Act 1 is a little underwhelming but has some highlights the piano scene, a massive long solo for Diana Vickers and the brilliant 'Cross the Line' which closes Act 1 (Jay in his superhero 80's underwear is also a delight) but it's Act 2 which is solid so as a whole I really enjoyed it, even though it's not the greatest musical. I think I enjoyed this more than TM but I'm sure he will post his thoughts in due course. Jay as lead, the boy can sing but he struggled to maintain pitch throughout the whole show with some bum notes. It's obvious that this is his first musical and his voice isn't yet experienced in 8 shows a week but he did act the part well and he came alive for the dance sequences. If it comes to West-End he will need to keep up on training but for his first professional he's doing doing too badly. Diana Vickers is terrific here, she really brings a kooky neurotic performance to the character which really worked for this and she has a great voice for the stage. One 'big' thing this show has going for it, is an excellent set and great special effects. This show is certainly not cheap & looks great but this does worry me for West-End. If this does make it (I think better as a touring show) than I think it would work best as a seasonal show but my fear is it will go down the 'Elf' route and be overpriced. I think Christmas is the perfect season for this to run in. Is it the best thing I have seen this year, it isn't but did I enjoy my evening on its company than yes I did and I would go see again if it makes it to London. I do plan on getting the cast recording for another recording of 'Cross the Line' the great black coffee number and because I really like Diana Vickers big solo in this. Oh so yes we stage doored, Jay was lovely - just got a quick photo as well there lots of young girls and he was hugging away and just a nice lad in general. Also met Gary Wilmont too!! Yes, I agree. Loved the piano scene, Diana's big solo in act 1, cross the line finale for act 1 and the song about coffee (sorry can't remember the name). Jay acts the part perfectly but struggled at times vocally. As westendcub says above with a bit more training he will be fine. Jay was the perfect gent at the stage door. Taking time with everyone, particular with kids. Gary Wilmot was perfect as George MacMillan. |
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Post by westendcub on Nov 12, 2016 10:50:38 GMT
Here's me with Jay and Gary (it's my friend Darren with in the pic not Trekkie Monster!)
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Post by Deleted on Nov 12, 2016 10:53:40 GMT
Now for a walk in the woods and a Cornish cream tea.
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Post by westendcub on Nov 12, 2016 10:58:04 GMT
And then stageys go wild on a night on the town!!
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Post by bren on Dec 22, 2016 14:02:14 GMT
I saw this during the week and it far exceeded my expectations. I hadn't seen the movie so I can't compare with that, but I thoroughly enjoyed it. Jay McGuinness and Diana Vickers are both very likable leads. Diana in particular impressed me. Her vocals were ropey once or twice, but overall she was great in the role of Susan, who is quite an eccentric character. She has some lovely solo vocal moments in the show- I particularly liked 'Dancing All The Time.' Jay is very charming and engaging in the role.
There is some terrific choreography. It's visually very strong, with some fantastic sets and clearly a big financial investment has been made. There are some great songs- some more 'instant' than others. I didn't particularly like one of the child actors but that's a minor quibble. There was a technical fault in the second half which caused a five minute delay but the audience didn't seem phased. Huge standing ovation at the end.
I should say that our tickets were discounted- Usually they go for €60 or so, but the theatre released a batch of discounted tickets to get bums in seats- at €25 a go, which is excellent for stalls seats. They did so for the Mon-Weds evening shows this week.
Hopefully audiences will get on board for the rest of the run (six week run overall I think), and for the rest of the tour, as it's a super show.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 22, 2016 14:26:52 GMT
I could see this being a filler at the Piccadilly for a limited run. Already on tour, somewhat star cast, popular movie etc.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 22, 2016 14:36:10 GMT
Goodness. Does Gary Wilmot have a portrait in the attic somewhere?
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