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Post by thistimetomorrow on Apr 29, 2022 0:15:00 GMT
Is this still selling well? It's selling well enough. Not completely sold out every show like when Eddie and Jessie were in it and you can definitely still buy tickets day of, but it'll be £70 upwards generally. All the cheap seats are pretty much gone until end of June. |
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Post by richey on Apr 29, 2022 5:21:14 GMT
I went to see this for the second time a couple of days ago and the process of getting into the theatre was painful. Just one long, single file queue to get absolutely everyone into the building. First covid check, then ticket check, then bag check, then phone sticker, then a drink at the bar. But because you're in a backstage area with tight corridors and lots of corners, you can't tell that you're all just in a queue for the bar. I didn't want anything and yet I was still made to stand in this queue for at least 15 minutes in total?? It didn't feel 'immersive', it felt annoying. It wasn't like this the first time I went (they were using at least two entrances). Thank you! This was exactly how I felt about it. Loads of people ahuffling along a tiny corridor wasn't an immersive experience for me, I found it boring and actually quite claustrophobic at times. It was ok once you reach the foyer area but the rest didnt work for me. |
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Post by budd on Apr 29, 2022 18:07:27 GMT
I saw the new cast on Wednesday. Firstly, (even though Fra and Amy sing beautifully and Fra has better diction than Eddie), I have to remark on how much power Jessie Buckley and Eddie Redmayne's voices had. His also has this booming quality that kind of enveloped the whole room.
I loved Jessie's take on the role and her rendering of 'Mama' and 'Mein Herr' had more panache, but on the whole, Amy's is a more successful and emotional performance, because it is better modulated. It helps that her chemistry with Omar Baroud works so well. I thought Omari Douglas had been excellent, particularly in the second half, but looking back now, probably shouldn't have been cast, because even on a platonic level, he and Jessie did not have enough chemistry.
Vivien Parry is excellent, and I really liked the interplay between toughness and vulnerability in her performance. So glad that this production has given both her and Liza Sadovy this part and the spotlight that comes with it.
Fra Fee's performance felt pretty tame and a little unbalanced in comparison. A lot of that also has to do with his 'Willkommen' falling pretty flat. For someone who is known for very serious films, Eddie Redmayne had pretty great comic timing and projected this kind of two-facedness that really worked.
All this to say that the production is not diminished, and is even a little more emotional because of Amy and Omar, and kudos to Rebecca Frecknall.
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Post by mattnyc on Apr 29, 2022 19:47:38 GMT
Does anyone know when the next set of cast announcements will be? These two are only in the show through June, correct?
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Post by ceebee on Apr 29, 2022 21:49:55 GMT
Saw this tonight. I found it good, not great. The Sam Mendes production worked better for me, though the gritty nuances in this production demonstrate some really clever direction and controlled performance. Sat front row of stage based dress circle - good seat, not sure it was worth a ton though.
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Post by inthenose on Apr 29, 2022 22:13:05 GMT
Saw this tonight. I found it good, not great. The Sam Mendes production worked better for me, though the gritty nuances in this production demonstrate some really clever direction and controlled performance. Sat front row of stage based dress circle - good seat, not sure it was worth a ton though. Also there tonight, second go after catching Emily Benjamin and Eddie Redmayne last time. Definitely the same "feel" (although as noted above, entering was needlessly claustrophobic and uncomfortable). Much preferred Amy Lennox to Emily Benjamin, but Fra Fee left me cold. There was no novelty or anything memorable about his performance, if I'm honest. Whilst he was fine, it just didn't spark for me. Way better than Wayne Sleep! Liza Sadovy also sadly missed. Overall it felt a touch flat in the auditorium if I'm honest - the show is now settled and going through the motions (although I'm not suggesting anyone was phoning in, the effort and sweat was clear), I feel more about the "energy" of the flow of the show. Things picked up a little in places, but quickly settled back down to a rhythm. Much prefer the new Cliff in every department. The previous chap (whose name I forget, my apologies) wasn't strong. To be honest I liken this experience directly to when I saw Wicked with Kerry Ellis after Idina left. An excellent show which has lost "something", with absolutely none of that blame on the cast who do a solid job. The sound was really good (people tend to only notice sound when it's bad!) and it was quite svelte with cues and acted scenes still. It's just "less" somehow. Perhaps I'd have felt differently if it was my first visit. They really need to sort out the entering process though! |
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Post by theatrelover123 on Apr 29, 2022 22:26:50 GMT
Does anyone know when the next set of cast announcements will be? These two are only in the show through June, correct? Cast doesn’t change again until October. |
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Post by LaLuPone on Apr 29, 2022 22:34:38 GMT
Does anyone know when the next set of cast announcements will be? These two are only in the show through June, correct? Cast doesn’t change again until October. That’s not what was originally stated when Fra and Amy were announced. Have they extended their runs? |
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Post by jaggy on Apr 29, 2022 23:29:44 GMT
I think Amy and Free are performing till the 25th June.
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Post by ceebee on Apr 29, 2022 23:40:08 GMT
Saw this tonight. I found it good, not great. The Sam Mendes production worked better for me, though the gritty nuances in this production demonstrate some really clever direction and controlled performance. Sat front row of stage based dress circle - good seat, not sure it was worth a ton though. Also there tonight, second go after catching Emily Benjamin and Eddie Redmayne last time. Definitely the same "feel" (although as noted above, entering was needlessly claustrophobic and uncomfortable). Much preferred Amy Lennox to Emily Benjamin, but Fra Fee left me cold. There was no novelty or anything memorable about his performance, if I'm honest. Whilst he was fine, it just didn't spark for me. Way better than Wayne Sleep! Liza Sadovy also sadly missed. Overall it felt a touch flat in the auditorium if I'm honest - the show is now settled and going through the motions (although I'm not suggesting anyone was phoning in, the effort and sweat was clear), I feel more about the "energy" of the flow of the show. Things picked up a little in places, but quickly settled back down to a rhythm. Much prefer the new Cliff in every department. The previous chap (whose name I forget, my apologies) wasn't strong. To be honest I liken this experience directly to when I saw Wicked with Kerry Ellis after Idina left. An excellent show which has lost "something", with absolutely none of that blame on the cast who do a solid job. The sound was really good (people tend to only notice sound when it's bad!) and it was quite svelte with cues and acted scenes still. It's just "less" somehow. Perhaps I'd have felt differently if it was my first visit. They really need to sort out the entering process though! Totally agree. Sound was excellent. That entry process - it felt utterly pretentious. I like the way Tom Scutt's design has transformed the venue but I went to the right door to then go through a dingy basement type entrance up and down various stairs, poor signage, to find I had to go back down the way I'd come up and across the stage before climbing more stairs to the rear dress circle where there was no bar and no loos. That experience is not worth the premium price. This feels like a show that sold on the allure of star performers. Whilst everybody was of a high quality,nobody truly stood out for me. And the arsing around with camera stickers is pathetic. Bits of the show were really great, and bits were pretty average. The band was superb. |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 30, 2022 1:07:52 GMT
I have to agree with you both. I saw it when I was visiting from the states. I loved Emily and Eddie, but I found the production a mixed bag. I wish I could say I had a big emotional reaction, but I didn't. Mostly, it left me cold. The Mendes production however is ingrained in my brain.
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Post by inthenose on Apr 30, 2022 1:23:55 GMT
Also there tonight, second go after catching Emily Benjamin and Eddie Redmayne last time. Definitely the same "feel" (although as noted above, entering was needlessly claustrophobic and uncomfortable). Much preferred Amy Lennox to Emily Benjamin, but Fra Fee left me cold. There was no novelty or anything memorable about his performance, if I'm honest. Whilst he was fine, it just didn't spark for me. Way better than Wayne Sleep! Liza Sadovy also sadly missed. Overall it felt a touch flat in the auditorium if I'm honest - the show is now settled and going through the motions (although I'm not suggesting anyone was phoning in, the effort and sweat was clear), I feel more about the "energy" of the flow of the show. Things picked up a little in places, but quickly settled back down to a rhythm. Much prefer the new Cliff in every department. The previous chap (whose name I forget, my apologies) wasn't strong. To be honest I liken this experience directly to when I saw Wicked with Kerry Ellis after Idina left. An excellent show which has lost "something", with absolutely none of that blame on the cast who do a solid job. The sound was really good (people tend to only notice sound when it's bad!) and it was quite svelte with cues and acted scenes still. It's just "less" somehow. Perhaps I'd have felt differently if it was my first visit. They really need to sort out the entering process though! Totally agree. Sound was excellent. That entry process - it felt utterly pretentious. I like the way Tom Scutt's design has transformed the venue but I went to the right door to then go through a dingy basement type entrance up and down various stairs, poor signage, to find I had to go back down the way I'd come up and across the stage before climbing more stairs to the rear dress circle where there was no bar and no loos. That experience is not worth the premium price. This feels like a show that sold on the allure of star performers. Whilst everybody was of a high quality,nobody truly stood out for me. And the arsing around with camera stickers is pathetic. Bits of the show were really great, and bits were pretty average. The band was superb. Did you hear the "bovver" too? Near me downstairs someone dropped a phone, someone else said (a bit too loudly) "you're not supposed to have a phone out" and she said "**** off". The actors were clearly distracted though and I think a line was flubbed as a result. |
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Post by ceebee on Apr 30, 2022 8:49:06 GMT
Did you hear the "bovver" too? Near me downstairs someone dropped a phone, someone else said (a bit too loudly) "you're not supposed to have a phone out" and she said "**** off". The actors were clearly distracted though and I think a line was flubbed as a result. I heard something but couldn't make out what it was. I think their phone policy is unenforceable but wish a few people had better theatre etiquette and manners. I had two elderly Germans sat next to me talking alot, though they redeemed themselves during "Married" when they slowly linked hands during Anna-Jane Casey's section (which was probably the highlight for me - it was beautiful). |
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Post by theatrelover123 on Apr 30, 2022 12:37:06 GMT
I was told by the Box Office a couple of weeks ago that the next cast change won’t be until October.
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Post by vernongersh on Apr 30, 2022 15:09:47 GMT
Very interesting as originally it sounded like this cast - whom I'm quite excited to see - would have ended their run at the end of June. Perhaps to make room for star casting
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Post by Deleted on Apr 30, 2022 15:13:33 GMT
I believe at the time Fra Fee would have had Beauty and the Beast spin off to film for disney plus, but that was cancelled and they won't be making a second series of hawkeye so maybe his availability was better.
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Post by vernongersh on Apr 30, 2022 15:27:28 GMT
fast follow. website on ATG has Fra and Amy listed until 25 June
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Post by Deleted on Apr 30, 2022 17:17:48 GMT
Just because the cast as a whole isn't changing until October doesn't mean certain people won't be leaving earlier. They could still change the leads.
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Post by Kubrick on May 1, 2022 16:30:42 GMT
Wasn’t there a post-Oliviers rumor about Redmayne and Buckley returning in October? It would be a fabulous opportunity to announce and/or release the alleged cast recording.
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Post by Deleted on May 2, 2022 12:46:44 GMT
Amy and Fra have both had pretty short runs considering they are best known as musical theatre performers.
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Post by vernongersh on May 4, 2022 5:35:52 GMT
I'd imagine the producers would want to announce whomever is taking over for Fra and Amy soon to ensure those summer tourist box office dollars? Perhaps if they are not well known names holding back that announcement would make sense and let the show continue to sell itself.
Regardless, looking forward to seeing this in July
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Post by teamyali on May 5, 2022 3:02:08 GMT
Why do I have this feeling that Danny Lee Wynter could make a good Emcee in the future runs? He’s black, queer, a recent Olivier nominee, the same age as Eddie Redmayne, and can bring a different take to the role. He played the Emcee way back in drama school. He’s not a household name yet but this is a good opportunity for him.
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Post by couldileaveyou on May 6, 2022 14:04:41 GMT
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Post by Kubrick on May 14, 2022 0:09:32 GMT
Not confirmed, but it seems as though Buckley and Redmayne will be reprising their roles on Broadway, Spring 2023. Allegedly playing the Hudson.
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Post by BurlyBeaR on May 14, 2022 4:56:43 GMT
Will she sing? Will she sing?
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