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Post by karloscar on Aug 20, 2021 11:56:37 GMT
I did laugh last night when reviewing the show on Front Row they played a clip of Bad Cinderella and the presenter followed up with, "well, maybe that bit doesn't show it at its best!" I remember it being much better than that last night, honest guv!
Point of interest, how are the moving seats in the auditorium any different from what was done with Cats 40 years ago? Given how technology has moved on it doesn't seem that big a coupe de théâtre that everyone's raving about.
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Post by Oliver on Aug 20, 2021 12:19:38 GMT
I did laugh last night when reviewing the show on Front Row they played a clip of Bad Cinderella and the presenter followed up with, "well, maybe that bit doesn't show it at its best!" I remember it being much better than that last night, honest guv! Point of interest, how are the moving seats in the auditorium any different from what was done with Cats 40 years ago? Given how technology has moved on it doesn't seem that big a coupe de théâtre that everyone's raving about. That's not what he said. He said that he didn't feel it was "representative" of the experience of the show as a whole, in that there was a lot of subtlety in the show which he appreciated, and obviously this piece isn't "subtle" as such. He is not saying that it should be subtle either, nor that he doesn't like the song. This wasn't intended by him as a criticism. I do understand where he's coming from because sometimes you can like a particular song from the show but not necessarily want that particular song as the vehicle to sell the show to audiences who haven't seen it. They may then assume that the show is made up of rock songs like that one for example. His preference would be to show a song that is more representative of the score as a whole. |
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Post by MusicalTalk on Aug 20, 2021 12:20:23 GMT
I think it's due to the fact the revolving seats have not been used SINCE Cats - so, for many (the younger demographic for whom CINDERELLA will appeal) it's a new experience and one you can't experience anywhere apart from Disney's The Carousel of Progress.
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Post by karloscar on Aug 20, 2021 12:34:20 GMT
I did laugh last night when reviewing the show on Front Row they played a clip of Bad Cinderella and the presenter followed up with, "well, maybe that bit doesn't show it at its best!" I remember it being much better than that last night, honest guv! Point of interest, how are the moving seats in the auditorium any different from what was done with Cats 40 years ago? Given how technology has moved on it doesn't seem that big a coupe de théâtre that everyone's raving about. That's not what he said. He said that he didn't feel it was "representative" of the experience of the show as a whole, in that there was a lot of subtlety in the show which he appreciated, and obviously this piece isn't "subtle" as such. He is not saying that it should be subtle either, nor that he doesn't like the song. This wasn't intended by him as a criticism. I do understand where he's coming from because sometimes you can like a particular song from the show but not necessarily want that particular song as the vehicle to sell the show to audiences who haven't seen it. They may then assume that the show is made up of rock songs like that one for example. His preference would be to show a song that is more representative of the score as a whole. Rock song? Hahahaha That's about as close to rock as Dolly Parton is to grunge. And if he wanted to play something more representative why didn't he agree to do so with the producer beforehand. It amused me anyhow! |
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Post by karloscar on Aug 20, 2021 12:37:45 GMT
I think it's due to the fact the revolving seats have not been used SINCE Cats - so, for many (the younger demographic for whom CINDERELLA will appeal) it's a new experience and one you can't experience anywhere apart from Disney's The Carousel of Progress. Thanks. I can remember Cats making me feel queasy for most of Act One. |
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Post by inthenose on Aug 20, 2021 14:45:49 GMT
I think it's due to the fact the revolving seats have not been used SINCE Cats - so, for many (the younger demographic for whom CINDERELLA will appeal) it's a new experience and one you can't experience anywhere apart from Disney's The Carousel of Progress. Thanks. I can remember Cats making me feel queasy for most of Act One. Me too. I felt particularly queasy watching the movie! |
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Post by chernjam on Aug 20, 2021 14:57:08 GMT
Yeah I am hopefully for some "clips" of the big songs (and non-official videos) of Far too Late; Only You, Lonely You; and maybe I know who you are
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Post by inthenose on Aug 20, 2021 15:02:31 GMT
I've still not listened to the cast recording. I can't wait to finally see this! 👍👍👍
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Post by ronnette on Aug 20, 2021 18:49:05 GMT
Am pleased to see they’ve toned Cinders ball wig down!
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Post by Phantom of London on Aug 20, 2021 21:18:25 GMT
Rumours on Twitter there are going to be cast changes after Christmas with Julian Carey, Gary Wilmot, Paul Zerdin and Nigel Havers all coming in.
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Post by karloscar on Aug 20, 2021 22:51:21 GMT
Rumours on Twitter there are going to be cast changes after Christmas with Julian Carey, Gary Wilmot, Paul Zerdin and Nigel Havers all coming in. And Sir Ian McKellen replacing Ivano as the Prince! If he's young enough for Hamlet.... |
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Post by inthenose on Aug 20, 2021 23:00:01 GMT
Rumours on Twitter there are going to be cast changes after Christmas with Julian Carey, Gary Wilmot, Paul Zerdin and Nigel Havers all coming in. And Sir Ian McKellen replacing Ivano as the Prince! If he's young enough for Hamlet.... You're just being silly. Biggins' agent is frantically calling ALW right now. That part is his. |
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Post by Mark on Aug 20, 2021 23:00:42 GMT
I enjoyed this again tonight, and the revolving seats were fun. Ivano was particularly brilliant tonight I thought.
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Post by danb on Aug 21, 2021 7:53:23 GMT
There are two seats on sale in row F of the moving section that are only £90, vs the rest being a squillion pound. Anyone know why? Its not dynamic pricing because its months away that I’m looking at.
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Aug 21, 2021 9:04:27 GMT
http://instagram.com/p/CSwzsftqRXM “she joins my very greatest leading ladies” - ALW Hmm, that’s quite some company to be keeping. Elaine Paige, Patti Lupone, Glenn Close, Betty Buckley…. Carrie Hope Fletcher? I’m not sure I’m feeling it! |
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Post by stevej678 on Aug 21, 2021 10:07:33 GMT
Rumours on Twitter there are going to be cast changes after Christmas with Julian Carey, Gary Wilmot, Paul Zerdin and Nigel Havers all coming in. Presumably Havers will be playing that "cameo role" that Lloyd Webber previously talked about at the time of the positive Covid case.  |
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Post by ceebee on Aug 21, 2021 10:08:26 GMT
Am pleased to see they’ve toned Cinders ball wig down! They switched that a while ago (or were at least experimenting with their options)... |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 21, 2021 11:52:57 GMT
There are two seats on sale in row F of the moving section that are only £90, vs the rest being a squillion pound. Anyone know why? Its not dynamic pricing because its months away that I’m looking at. I've noticed that on the advance booking plans as well. You get random seats at different prices. No idea why. No idea if it's deliberate or an IT glitch. From what I've seen at the show, am fairly sure it's not because the view is worse than the surrounding seats. If you can risk holding out the moving section side blocks do dynamically price down really quite dramatically. |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 21, 2021 11:54:16 GMT
Am pleased to see they’ve toned Cinders ball wig down! They switched that a while ago (or were at least experimenting with their options)... Yeah I think they did! Some of the new dialogue in the Ball was also there by the last preview. Honestly not sure there were many changes during the dark period! |
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Post by greeny11 on Aug 21, 2021 14:13:07 GMT
Going well so far this afternoon, started 30 minutes late and we are currently in a show stop (we’ve had just over 5 minutes of the show).
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Post by inthenose on Aug 21, 2021 15:21:48 GMT
http://instagr.am/p/CSwzsftqRXM “she joins my very greatest leading ladies” - ALW Hmm, that’s quite some company to be keeping. Elaine Paige, Patti Lupone, Glenn Close, Betty Buckley…. Carrie Hope Fletcher? I’m not sure I’m feeling it! Hilarious. I literally predicted him doing this schtick a few pages back - almost word for word!!! Brilliant. Carrie Hope Fletcher is THE future household name megastar of mainstream entertainment... ...just like Sierra Boggess, Ramin Karimloo, Connie Fisher, Jodie Prenger, Lee Mead, Ben Forster and every other actor he has had a sudden, all-consuming crush on. Until he gets bored and finds a new one, that is. It's embarrassing at this stage. |
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Post by greeny11 on Aug 21, 2021 15:27:09 GMT
We’ve finally reached the interval. I’m enjoying it so far, but I do have a few issues. The queen’s and stepmother’s are forgettable, and I have issues with the Man’s Man song in particular. Full principal cast but a few swings are on - Carrie is excellent, as are the stepsisters. The costumes for the male ensemble look rather uncomfortable, and for some, only appear to be wearing half a costume as they appear to have forgotten about the top half. I’m in the section that moves in the second act, so I’m looking forward to that.
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Post by steve10086 on Aug 21, 2021 16:18:09 GMT
http://instagr.am/p/CSwzsftqRXM “she joins my very greatest leading ladies” - ALW Hmm, that’s quite some company to be keeping. Elaine Paige, Patti Lupone, Glenn Close, Betty Buckley…. Carrie Hope Fletcher? I’m not sure I’m feeling it! Hilarious. I literally predicted him doing this schtick a few pages back - almost word for word!!! Brilliant. Carrie Hope Fletcher is THE future household name megastar of mainstream entertainment... ...just like Sierra Boggess, Ramin Karimloo, Connie Fisher, Jodie Prenger, Lee Mead, Ben Forster and every other actor he has had a sudden, all-consuming crush on. Until he gets bored and finds a new one, that is. It's embarrassing at this stage. Don’t forget Shonagh Daly! I’m not saying any of the people mentioned aren’t talented or worthy of praise (they are!), but ALW goes so over the top it makes it ridiculous. |
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Post by Jon on Aug 21, 2021 17:15:24 GMT
Don’t forget Shonagh Daly! I’m not saying any of the people mentioned aren’t talented or worthy of praise (they are!), but ALW goes so over the top it makes it ridiculous. ALW is king of OTT and hyperbole as evident by his many statements in just the last few weeks alone! |
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Post by alece10 on Aug 21, 2021 17:34:05 GMT
We’ve finally reached the interval. I’m enjoying it so far, but I do have a few issues. The queen’s and stepmother’s are forgettable, and I have issues with the Man’s Man song in particular. Full principal cast but a few swings are on - Carrie is excellent, as are the stepsisters. The costumes for the male ensemble look rather uncomfortable, and for some, only appear to be wearing half a costume as they appear to have forgotten about the top half. I’m in the section that moves in the second act, so I’m looking forward to that. They really are a forgetful bunch of men as they forgot half their costumes the night went as well. 😀 |
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