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Post by Deleted on Feb 28, 2017 19:22:10 GMT
So, just queuing for first preview and have been told bags have to be in the cloakroom as the seats are 'interactive'!!!
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Post by foxa on Feb 28, 2017 22:08:17 GMT
Mrs Lovett - my daughter and I were there too! Sorry not to have met you.
1st preview show report:
Seating: Described as 'interactive' - what this means is that most of the seats are little swivel stools - no backs. Despite the ushering advice, I only put my coat in the cloakroom but kept my bag with me and it was no problem. Some people had both coats and bags. If you have a bad back there are a few seats with backs to them at the back of the space.
Stage configuration: The acting area is around three edges of the space with the bar stools in the middle. Probably the best seats are the one closest to the middle acting area, but I don't think any are particularly bad in terms of sight lines.
Acting: Lashana Lynch and Gershwyn Eustache Jnr who carry the first half of the show were both terrific/believable/interesting. I looked them up and note that Lynch has the lead role in an ABC period drama - so one to watch.
Script: Hmmm...lots of squabbling. A touch like Beckett, if he was interested in a dissection of male/female relationships.
Audience: Very attentive.
Running time: 80 minutes no interval.
Take Away: Love isn't what you think it is.
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Post by schuttep on Mar 1, 2017 10:01:50 GMT
foxa - L-O-V-E the "Take Away" idea for a review. More, please!
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Post by sondheimhats on Mar 20, 2017 22:26:37 GMT
Got a ticket to this today via their Monday day-seats.
I loved it. I found the first half of the show incredibly moving. The portrayal of their relationships felt so strikingly honest and raw. I was nearly moved to tears several times. The 2nd half of the show (Parts 2 & 3) were not quite as enthralling for me, though I still really enjoyed them. I loved the stylized dialogue throughout.
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