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HELLO, DOLLY! Previews
#75HELLO, DOLLY! Previews
Posted: 3/15/17 at 4:19pm
Wilmingtom said: "10086, no I didn't claim to be there on Saturday. I saw it last night for the first and only time. I will return after it opens.
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Yes you did. In the invited dress rehearsals thread, you said you had gone and pretty much said the exact same thing you said here.
#76HELLO, DOLLY! Previews
Posted: 3/15/17 at 4:22pm
Yeah, WTF? Wilmingtom seems to be playing games.
#77HELLO, DOLLY! Previews
Posted: 3/15/17 at 4:27pm
florida theatre kid said: "I was wondering if anyone knew who the swings are in this production? The ensemble cast looks huge!"
The ensemble is really impressive for the show. It is really some of the best dancers on broadway. And when you look at cast credits--wow! I counted at least 5 ensemble members with 8 or more broadway shows under their belt.
neonlightsxo
Broadway Legend Joined: 7/29/08
#78HELLO, DOLLY! Previews
Posted: 3/15/17 at 4:31pm
I think the kids call this "receipts", Wilmingtom
https://forum.broadwayworld.com/readmessage.php?thread=1099609&dt=67
Zamedy154
Featured Actor Joined: 6/26/16
#79HELLO, DOLLY! Previews
Posted: 3/15/17 at 4:52pm
VARIETY: While Champion's original model saw multiple return engagements, the current revival, produced by Scott Rudin, is the first new production to appear on Broadway since the show premiered more than 50 years ago..
That statement confuses me. What's the difference between 'return engagements' and this 'revival?' So those previous productions weren't revivals? They all featured casts different than the OBC, with the exception of course of Ms. Channing.
#80HELLO, DOLLY! Previews
Posted: 3/15/17 at 4:57pm
It was the same production with the same direction. This is a new production, new direction, costumes, set etc.
Lenexajones
Stand-by Joined: 1/24/06
#81HELLO, DOLLY! Previews
Posted: 3/15/17 at 6:00pm
Beyond excited. Our flight home was cancelled so I just went online and scored 2 tix for tonight for what I thought was a super bargain. Even better when I printed them off and saw the original face value was $650 each!
Stage Door Sally
Broadway Legend Joined: 6/4/09
#82HELLO, DOLLY! Previews
Posted: 3/15/17 at 7:02pm
$650 for a preview? I have super premium seats for an upcoming performance that cost $350. Is the high price because it is a first preview?
carnzee
Broadway Star Joined: 9/2/11
DAME
Broadway Legend Joined: 4/15/04
#84HELLO, DOLLY! Previews
Posted: 3/15/17 at 7:25pm
I am excited to hear Dollypop's take on this production.. since his excitement and love for this show has always been affectionate and contagious. I am so happy for him that he is gong tonight.
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#85HELLO, DOLLY! Previews
Posted: 3/15/17 at 7:50pm
"Penny In My Pocket" from the original out of town tryout is included here for Vandergelder, opening act two.
#86HELLO, DOLLY! Previews
Posted: 3/15/17 at 7:50pm
"Penny In My Pocket" from the original out of town tryout is included here for Vandergelder, opening act two.
#87HELLO, DOLLY! Previews
Posted: 3/15/17 at 8:26pm
I hope to be reading reports from Dollypop and Whizzer soon! I do hope Whizzer's going...
Stage Door Sally
Broadway Legend Joined: 6/4/09
#88HELLO, DOLLY! Previews
Posted: 3/15/17 at 8:47pm
This is going to be so hard. On the one hand, I really want to enjoy the spectacularness of this show. This music MADE my childhood. On the other hand, I so want to know EVERYTHING, every detail, especially if the actress playing Minnie Fay is any good (I know, of all things, right?), and also if David Hyde Pierce is a fleshed out Horace. But if I continue reading this thread and get too much information, the thrill of the live performance will be spoiled for me. I need that element of surprise and delight.
So, I'm going to have to stop reading this thread — right now. But, as Dolly would say to Ephraim, I would just love it if someone can send me a sign.... is it good, did you like it, did you love it.... That's all I want to know. Anyway, so long dearies... on this thread anyway.
#89HELLO, DOLLY! Previews
Posted: 3/15/17 at 9:01pm
To anyone who was there yesterday, how's the orchestra? Is it large or is it scaled back?
#90HELLO, DOLLY! Previews
Posted: 3/15/17 at 9:25pm
Quick intermission thoughts.
Bette is perfection. Everything you'd expect and more. She seems to be in Channing's keys and saved her vocal energy and styling for Parade. This may disappoint some, but there's NO belting here. Some of her vocals even have a hint of Channing, although I don't think it's intentional. Her line readings are often similar to her Rose in Gypsy.
DHP playing a bit against type and it works.
Gavin Creel could be on his way to his first Tony. He is practically stealing the show.
Baldwin is stunning.
Sets are lovely and the costumes are eye popping.
I believe there's around 22 musicians in the pit. Nice orchestrations but I prefer 1994's orchestrations.
can't wait for act two!
RagtimeRay
Stand-by Joined: 5/16/03
#91HELLO, DOLLY! Previews
Posted: 3/15/17 at 9:40pm
Are the sets and costumes reminiscent of the original 1964 Broadway production (and used in prior revivals) or are they a significant departure? The picture posted yesterday from the title number suggested settings that echo the original.
Excited for everyone's observations about the show. I'm seeing this in June.
Ray is the author of the Brad Frame mystery series, and two suspense novels. He is also the author of a one man play based on Ben Franklin. http://www.rayflynt.com
bk
Broadway Legend Joined: 7/20/03
#92HELLO, DOLLY! Previews
Posted: 3/15/17 at 10:27pm
I think old Wilmington needs to 'splain his obviously contradictory posts here - or simply stop trolling.
#93HELLO, DOLLY! Previews
Posted: 3/15/17 at 10:30pm
To the people who are seeing the first preview:
Do you think DHP has a chance at a Tony nom?
Wilmingtom
Broadway Legend Joined: 7/18/11
#94HELLO, DOLLY! Previews
Posted: 3/15/17 at 10:36pm
I'm not sure why not commenting on rehearsals would be considered trolling, But I still adore the Lost In Boston CDs.
#95HELLO, DOLLY! Previews
Posted: 3/15/17 at 11:02pm
photo by divarobbie2
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Updated On: 3/15/17 at 11:02 PM
#96HELLO, DOLLY! Previews
Posted: 3/15/17 at 11:02pm
Love Penny in My Pocket. But I hope it's not at the expense of Elegance, a terrific number.
#97HELLO, DOLLY! Previews
Posted: 3/15/17 at 11:03pm
photo by divarobbie2
"Anything you do, let it it come from you--then it will be new."
Sunday in the Park with George
Updated On: 3/15/17 at 11:03 PM
#98HELLO, DOLLY! Previews
Posted: 3/15/17 at 11:07pm
Elegance is still in, in addition to Penny I'm My Pocket which is performed in front of the curtain at the top of act 2.
#99HELLO, DOLLY! Previews
Posted: 3/15/17 at 11:08pm
@Robbie2 I don't mind you using my photos, but you could credit them.
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