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Post by Jon on Nov 8, 2021 23:28:27 GMT
TBF I imagine it was Cameron's plan for Poppins to only run for say 2 years then go back on tour.
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Post by danb on Nov 9, 2021 5:20:10 GMT
I wouldn’t mind but I just find that Oliver! production so dark and unappealing. It was my first (and only) West End opening night and I remember being so excited sat there in the Palladium, only to have all the joy sucked out of the piece (I know there shouldn’t be a lot) by Mendes’ dour staging and Prices’ Fagin. A total personal preference though. I wouldn’t be averse to a female Fagin either.
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Nov 9, 2021 7:15:22 GMT
Isn’t the whole depiction of Fagin way too problematic? The character’s gender is the least of their problems I would have thought.
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Post by Jan on Nov 9, 2021 7:43:09 GMT
Isn’t the whole depiction of Fagin way too problematic? The character’s gender is the least of their problems I would have thought. Given what's going on at the Royal Court I make you right. |
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Post by danb on Nov 9, 2021 7:43:34 GMT
Isn’t the whole depiction of Fagin way too problematic? The character’s gender is the least of their problems I would have thought. Most definitely! |
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Post by showtoones on Nov 9, 2021 7:51:30 GMT
What’s happening at the Royal Court? Forgive me…I don’t live in the UK
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Nov 9, 2021 7:56:24 GMT
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Post by David J on Nov 9, 2021 8:38:39 GMT
Even though the musical is written and composed by a jew and is more sympathetic compared to the source material?
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Mar 6, 2022 10:57:38 GMT
Another one not happening then? If it ever was?
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Post by couldileaveyou on Mar 6, 2022 11:03:35 GMT
I live in fear they'll cast Matt Lucas as Fagin
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Mar 6, 2022 11:06:40 GMT
I was thinking Carrie as Nancy might have been a good choice but not now she’s going on tour.
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Post by Mark on Mar 6, 2022 11:31:16 GMT
Another one not happening then? If it ever was? Is there reason to believe it isn't? |
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Post by mrbarnaby on Mar 6, 2022 11:35:47 GMT
Another one not happening then? If it ever was? Is there reason to believe it isn't? Oh it’s happening. Sadly. |
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Post by mrbarnaby on Mar 6, 2022 11:36:08 GMT
I was thinking Carrie as Nancy might have been a good choice but not now she’s going on tour. Spare us! |
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Post by FairyGodmother on Mar 6, 2022 11:41:43 GMT
I can't believe it's been so long since its last outing. I really enjoyed the ALW programme.
The Over the Rainbow lot are all about the same age as Carrie aren't they? I wonder if any of those might be suitable.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 6, 2022 17:36:03 GMT
I would love to see them cast this beautifully like the original Palladium production - Sally Dexter and Miles Anderson were classical RSC actors who brought all of their training and experience to Nancy and Sikes (they were straight out of Dickens), and Jonathan Pryce (while also known for his musical work) too came with his classical and repertory schooling - these three actors elevated the material significantly and were the reason along with Sam Mendes' vivid new production, why the show was such a success in the 1990s. The 2009 revival casting was cheesy, and ever since then the production has gone downhill. But like Mary Poppins and Les Mis, Cameron's taste in good casting has diminished and I'm guessing this Oliver! will have poor casting. I'd love to be surprised!
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Mar 6, 2022 17:57:55 GMT
I was thinking Carrie as Nancy might have been a good choice but not now she’s going on tour. Spare us! Jodie Prenger it is then! |
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Post by Deleted on Mar 6, 2022 19:26:53 GMT
Jodie was the campest Nancy I've ever seen. I then remember seeing Kerry Ellis when she replaced and she looked so bored. Will never forget her phoning her entire performance in.
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Post by theatreian on Mar 6, 2022 21:38:58 GMT
Sonia Swaby was great when she did it. Must admit I enjoyed Jodie as Nancy, remember the time i saw her she got a massive applause when she came on.Don't expect the new production will have the same massive cast as last time though.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 6, 2022 21:43:35 GMT
Indeed, Sonia Swaby was stunning.
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Post by mrbarnaby on Mar 6, 2022 22:03:17 GMT
Sally Dexter was simply the best Nancy we will ever have. She had everything that Cameron Mack wanged on about wanting on that dreadful tv show- like he hadn’t cast a tough and raw Nancy already in her. And then cast cruise ship Nancy.
Ruthie was also fabulous at the Palladium.
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Post by showtoones on Mar 7, 2022 8:00:46 GMT
I would think CamMack would want this in by the festive season. The perfect show to get the kids tickets to for Christmas.
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Post by Figaro on Mar 23, 2022 20:36:23 GMT
Mary Poppins extended until 2nd October. Perhaps one last extension to cover Half Term then Oliver moves in before Christmas?
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Post by Deleted on Mar 23, 2022 22:45:11 GMT
Why am I sensing a Jessie Buckley-as-Nancy coup after she (I think it's happening...) wins the Olivier. I could see it being a big story - the role she was denied nearly 15 years ago, and now takes it on after just doing another classic musical role. Maybe not - she probably has a ton of TV/movie work lined up or some other theatre work. Or maybe she wouldn't even think about taking on this role after not getting the role all those years ago. Thoughts?
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Post by Being Alive on Mar 23, 2022 23:08:40 GMT
God don't tell some posters on this board you've suggested her - shes blacklisted and shouldn't work again apparently!
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