54 Below
Apr 29
2013, 08:22:27 PM
I have a question regarding dinner at 54 Below. My family and I are attending Barbara Cook's 9:30 performance on Thursday. We were planning on eating dinner their prior to the show, but I realized the doors won't open for our performance until 8:45, due to her 7pm show. Should we still try and have dinner their, or should we get dinner somewhere else and just have drinks/dessert there.
Also, my sister is only 20, so she would not be able to purchase alcohol and I am concerned that we
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Need Chicago Advice...What to See this Fall
Sep 25
2012, 01:57:05 PM
Also, something else to consider would be Hamlet at the Writer's Theatre. I've not seen it yet, but Writer's Theatre produces some of the consistantly best theatre I've seen anywhere (i.e. David Cromer's Streetcar). Plus, their space is very intimate, which I love. Here is the website:
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Doyle's MERRILY.
Mar 9
2012, 03:33:45 PM
I saw Merrily at Playhouse last Sunday. Aside from listening to the OBC I have very little experience with the show, so I am not sure if some of the flaws in this production are just because of the production or because of the show itself. Here are my thoughts.
I was a big fan of Doyle's Sweeney and Company. I thought they were beautiful interpretations of the piece. I will agree with the complaint though that Doyle's style of direction (both with the instruments and non-instruments
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Advice on opera?
Mar 9
2012, 02:59:26 PM
I agree with what has been said above. Definitely read a synopsis and at least look up some of the signature arias from the show. In my experience knowing at least a few of the key musical moments has really helped me appreciate it. What opera are you seeing? I'll be curious to hear what you think!
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What FOLLIES recording would you recommend?
Feb 10
2012, 03:28:32 PM
My ranking would be:
1. OBC - Yes, they hacked it to pieces, but the brilliance of the original cast cannot be ignored. Even though other recordings are more complete, this one still captures the show best for me.
2. Papermill - I am a big fan of this cast, and this recording contains a ton of wonderful material, especially because they recorded a lot of the cut songs.
3. 2011 Revival - I am in the minority in that I did not love this production as much as everyone else. Bern
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So--who will replace Bernadette?
Dec 22
2011, 05:06:45 PM
What about Liz Callaway? She played Young Sally in the 1985 Concert, maybe its time for her to take on 'old' Sally. She's the right age and still looks and sounds like a young girl. I think she could pull it off:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JJYDyJhg6qw
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Caroline, Or Change
Nov 29
2011, 12:32:10 AM
I just recently saw a production of Caroline, Or Change at the Human Race Theatre in Dayton OH. I was somewhat familiar with the show before, but after seeing it, I just feel in love. The piece is just magnificent and I am thrilled I got a chance to see it live. I was hoping that people here would be willing to share their thoughts on the original B-way production. I would love to hear more about the performances, direction, sets, etc. Also any person stories or fun facts that anyone has.
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Character Men's group numbers
Oct 20
2011, 02:27:01 AM
Where Can You Take A Girl? - Promises, Promises,
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THEATER IN CHICAGO
Oct 9
2011, 12:33:50 PM
There is also The Real Thing by Tom Stoppard at the Writer's Theatre. I haven't seen it, but it sounds wonderful, has great people in it, and the theatre is wonderfully intimate. I've seen two other things there (She Loves Me and David Cromer's Streetcar and they were both terrific).
Also, if you want something less conventional, there is The Great Fire at Lookingglass.
For more suggestions, this website is amazing for help with finding theatre in Chicago:
http://www.theatreinchicago.com/index.php
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Deciphering Taste
Apr 20
2011, 10:26:05 AM
Wicked: I actually really love Wicked. I think the score is delightful with a lot of great songs, and I like the story (even if the book is not totally successful). It does have some flaws, but overall, I think it is a great show and production.
Least Favorite Shows:
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat
Happy Days The Musical (or at least Act 1. I didn't stay for the second half)
Young Frankenstein
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Everything Was Possible
Apr 18
2011, 01:21:42 AM
Last night I finished reading Everything Was Possible. It was an incredible book with so many wonderful insights and stories. I was wondering if people here had suggestions for some other good theatre books which would be as informative and engaging as that one. I have a few in mind (Finishing the Hat, Not Since Carrie, and Ethan Mordden books) but I would like to add to that list. I would especially be interested in anything that has a strong focus on a single show (like what Everything Was
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Can anyone suggest Broadway songs that comfort people in sad times?
Apr 2
2011, 11:22:39 PM
Some of my favorites include:
Anytime I Am There, from Elegies
Looking Up, Elegies (really that entire show).
How Glory Goes from Floyd Collins (or Audra McDonald does a stunning cover on her album of the same title)
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What is the best production(s) you have ever seen at a reginal theater?
Mar 21
2011, 01:43:04 AM
These are some of the best productions I have ever seen:
She Loves Me and A Streetcar Named Desire (directed by David Cromer) at Writer's Theatre in Chicago
Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf at Steppenwolf
Company, Othello, and Funny Thing at Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park
The Tempest, Cymbeline, and The Glass Menagerie at Cincinnati Shakespeare Company
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Question About Next Fall
Dec 6
2010, 09:29:05 PM
I was wondering if anyway knew if there was a place were I could acquire a copy of Next Fall. I saw it last summer and really enjoyed it and I would love a copy of the script. However, I am having difficultly locating one and was wondering if anyone knew of anyway to get a copy. Thanks!
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ENRON Reviews
Apr 28
2010, 12:14:46 AM
For whatever its worth, there is no pull quote from Brantley review of Enron when it was in London. I feel like if he raved about it, they would quote it on their site. But I could easily be mistaken.
Also in regards to the Best Play discussion, what about Red? It got very strong reviews as well. I feel like it could potentially take the Tony as well.
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BWW Video Previews of Shows
Apr 11
2010, 07:47:12 PM
Hey everyone,
Is anyone else having trouble watching the previews here of the Broadway Shows (the ones under the TV/Video link on the column on the left)? Every time I try and click on one, an error message shows. This is disappointing because I really enjoy watching the previews to get a feel for the shows. I don't live anywhere near NYC and oftentimes this is the only way I can experience any part of the show.
So yeah, I was just wondering if they weren't working for anyon
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Stars of Next to Normal Contracts
Mar 29
2010, 02:04:43 PM
Hey,
Does anyone happen to know when Alice Ripley's, J. Robert Spencer's, and Jennifer Damiano's contracts are up for Next to Normal and if any of them have plans to leave the show? I am hoping to take a trip to NYC in the middle of May and I would really like to see them all perform.
Thank you for your help!
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Which Finian's Rainbow Cast Recording is the Best?
Oct 28
2009, 05:02:29 PM
Hey everyone,
Before this current revival of Finian's Rainbow came about, I knew very little about the show. But following this production has really sparked my interest in it, and I really want to get a cast recording to familarize myself more with show. However, I'm unsure of which is the best. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you
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re: A Chorus Line Nat'l Tour Columbus, OH 6/12/09
Jun 13
2009, 01:34:09 PM
I agree that this tour is not to be missed. I saw it twice in Cincinnati, and was completely blown away. Every single performance was just wonderful. It was also my first time seeing the show and it is definitely one of my top musicals now. It was one of the best experiences I've had in the theatre. Go see it now.
(Maybe I'll try and make it to Columbus to see it again...)
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re: Spring Awakening - Louisville, KY 6-4-09
Jun 5
2009, 04:44:05 PM
I saw the tour on Wednesday June 3. We also had Lucas A. Wells for Melchior but we had Krystina Alabado for Ilse. I too absolutely loved it. I was very impressed by the choreography and staging (Left Behind was just devestating). The cast was wonderful especially Wells as Melchior and Christy Altomare as Wendla. My only compliant about the show was Blake Bashoff as Moritz. I thought that he overacted like crazy and I found his voice to be very nasally and unpleasent. Aside from him however
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