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Post by theatrefan77 on Feb 6, 2023 0:46:00 GMT
MB has a huge fanbase who are devoutly loyal. To them MB is the best Marius, which of course he isn't in my opinion. Just as Colm W fans believe him to be the only JVJ, another myth, again in my opinion . MB is very popular and seems a nice chap, also puts bums on seats. Years ago, I did a concert at the Royal Albert Hall where Michael was a soloist. It was the day after Woman in White closed, and he didn’t come to the rehearsal with the choir the day before because he didn’t want to miss a show. When he walked into rehearsal on the day, I realised all over again why I was once a huge fan. The charisma was off the charts. He actually apologised - to the choir of amateurs! - for not being there the day before. And he was fantastic in the concert. He seemed like a good bloke. I’d love to see him in this, if it wasn’t so pricey and if it had a different Alex. I saw the final cast of Woman in White and as far as I remember David Burt was the last Count Fosco. Did Michael Ball rejoin the cast for the final performances? |
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Post by christya on Feb 6, 2023 1:00:34 GMT
It was a long time ago, maybe it was just his own last scheduled shows. I wasn’t a fan of Woman in White so maybe got it mixed up.
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Post by anthony40 on Feb 6, 2023 15:50:18 GMT
I never liked the placing of the song at the start, out of context, before we’ve met the characters. The lyrics seem even more bland and generic without a sense of who is singing them. Not necessarily- remember this is a memory. Alex's memory of the first time he fell in love. That why Guiletta says " Alex, it' all in the past!" In contrast, I can imagine this duet version being used while Alex is in Jenny’s bedrooom, attempting to resist temptation, while George is listening outside. A situation that really does change everything for all the characters in the show. That could work! |
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Post by Figaro on Mar 2, 2023 12:27:17 GMT
Does anyone ‘in the know’ know if this will tour?
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Post by mrbarnaby on Mar 2, 2023 18:09:08 GMT
Does anyone ‘in the know’ know if this will tour? No current Tour plans .. only London. But may change if it’s a hit |
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Post by Rory on Mar 2, 2023 18:44:16 GMT
Is decent artwork coming for this? I saw a tacky ad the other day with just a really cheesy looking photo of Michael Ball.
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Post by mrbarnaby on Mar 2, 2023 19:00:55 GMT
Is decent artwork coming for this? I saw a tacky ad the other day with just a really cheesy looking photo of Michael Ball. Gif I hope so. What they are using is absolutely woeful. My hope is they are waiting to announce the leading lady |
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Post by magnificentdonkey on Mar 3, 2023 8:51:20 GMT
Are there any plans for a new cast recording?
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Post by anthony40 on Mar 3, 2023 9:45:37 GMT
Are there any plans for a new cast recording? I'd find it hard to believe that there wouldn't be. Don't forget they'll be a whole new demographic discovering the piece for the first time. It's not unlike Disney re-releasing all of their animated classic films for a new generation every 7 years or so. |
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Post by Someone in a tree on Mar 3, 2023 20:01:03 GMT
Are there any plans for a new cast recording? I'd find it hard to believe that there wouldn't be. Don't forget they'll be a whole new demographic discovering the piece for the first time. It's not unlike Disney re-releasing all of their animated classic films for a new generation every 7 years or so. I hope you are right but don't forget we get a zillion JCS and Sunset and proportionally less with the rest of the repertoire |
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Post by mrbarnaby on Mar 3, 2023 20:13:17 GMT
Will it Tour?
Will there be a cast recording?
How high is the stage?
Will Michael Ball sign my autograph?
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Post by shady23 on Mar 3, 2023 20:16:06 GMT
You forgot are there day seats?
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Post by oxfordsimon on Mar 3, 2023 20:21:30 GMT
Will it Tour? Will there be a cast recording? How high is the stage? Will Michael Ball sign my autograph? What about dogs? Will there be any nudity? |
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Post by mrbarnaby on Mar 3, 2023 20:27:20 GMT
Will it Tour? Will there be a cast recording? How high is the stage? Will Michael Ball sign my autograph? What about dogs? Will there be any nudity? This is one who where I do NOT want nudity |
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Post by ruby on Mar 3, 2023 22:20:14 GMT
You forgot are there day seats? And what's the running time? |
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Post by jay78uk on Mar 10, 2023 13:17:00 GMT
I'm super excited to see this- its a great score. I couldn't stand the LCE rendition on radio 2- v. schmaltzy- I do hope the score isn't hammed up throughout- liked the original orchestrations. Does anyone know if they are tinkering with the story line given the high level ick factor regarding Jenny and Alex in second act? I can't see it going down well in 2023! ps. I don't have a view whether they should change it or not- but I would have thought if they don't it will be mentioned in reviews and will put some folk off seeing it...
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Post by ruthieh on Mar 11, 2023 23:42:32 GMT
Any more clues on the rest of the leads?
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Post by ilovewemusicals on Mar 13, 2023 12:26:37 GMT
Will it Tour? Will there be a cast recording? How high is the stage? Will Michael Ball sign my autograph? Will it tour? - maybe, but unlikely that Michael Ball would do the tour after an extensive London run. Will there be a cast recording? - unknown at this time but maybe. How high is the stage? - unknown at this time but front row is £90 per ticket, so I should hope the view is good for that. Will Michael Ball sign my autograph? - depends on the day. You would have the highest chance before a matinee or after the evening show. You can also write to Michael at the theatre or BBC Radio 2. |
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Mar 13, 2023 12:51:46 GMT
I bet Mr B already has Michael’s autograph. Several times!
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Post by Someone in a tree on Mar 15, 2023 18:25:35 GMT
Is decent artwork coming for this? I saw a tacky ad the other day with just a really cheesy looking photo of Michael Ball. Gif I hope so. What they are using is absolutely woeful. My hope is they are waiting to announce the leading lady I hear an opera singer is cast in one of the smaller female roles |
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Post by AddisonMizner on Mar 15, 2023 19:27:33 GMT
Gif I hope so. What they are using is absolutely woeful. My hope is they are waiting to announce the leading lady I hear an opera singer is cast in one of the smaller female roles That’s exciting! I think I know who it is. Would certainly make sense based on projects she has pulled out of recently. |
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Post by mrbarnaby on Mar 15, 2023 23:04:01 GMT
Lesley Garret as the sculptor ?
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Post by karloscar on Mar 16, 2023 9:01:59 GMT
Katherine Jenkins? That would add some comedy value.
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Post by Dawnstar on Mar 16, 2023 13:46:30 GMT
I'm wondering maybe Danielle de Niese.
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Post by theatrelover123 on Mar 16, 2023 13:47:54 GMT
My money's on Alfie Boe, Russell Watson, Paul Potts or Rhydian
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