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Banal conversation about the financials aside, I think Phantom is going to translate so well as an immersive production. Imagine the moments -- the title song, Prima Donna, the chandelier fall, Masquerade, the finale. It's going to be so exciting to experience up close!

quizking101 said: "Here’s a clip of the end of “Nadira’s Aria” from closing night that’s been making the rounds.

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DLBW2TDuG8I/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MW53Zm1iajNxYjRu"

Amber was stellar casting, I don't think anyone could have nailed the role the way she did. She looked stunning and sounded incredible.

Hoping this has some kind of life post-closing -- I feel like a cast recording may not be likely at this point, but I'd love to be able to listen to the music again in full. The Nights in Mombasa EP doesn't quite scratch the itch.

I'm looking forward to catching it one more time before it closes -- another in a list of shows I adored that the general public didn't know/care about. I'm grateful to have the cast recording at least!

I think that people who didn't enjoy this show are too critical. It handles some heavy themes beautifully, but the tone overall is so joyous.

Robbie2 said: "ACL2006 said: "BoringBoredBoard40 said: "Robbie2 said: "NEW cast announcementstarting July 22 replacing Orville & Eva coming!"

hints?"

Several people on Reddit are saying it's Billy and Marisha."

nope"

Hmm.

EDSOSLO858 said: "Title song at the Tonys?"

It seems like the easiest decision in the world -- such a beautiful and infectious number!

So grateful to have this recording of a beautiful score. Other than the title track, I'm obsessed with Doin' it Anyway, If I Were a Bird, Oye Muchacha, & Daydream. I'm really hoping the Tonys performance gives the show a boost because the cast, crew, and material all deserve it.

Catching the matinee tomorrow so that I can say I've seen all of the Best Musical nominees before the Tonys. Hoping the full cast will be in, but will understand if not -- I can't imagine the stamina required to rehearse, perform a full matinee, get ready to walk the red carpet, and then perform at the Tonys! It's gotta be an exhausting but exciting day for them.

Any thoughts on the new West End production of Oscar at the Crown? I caught a performance of it last week after seeing the original production (at Brooklyn's 3 Dollar Bill) three times. I can understand that it's not for everyone, and many fans of traditional musical theater won't be interested, but I would love to see it find a larger audience.

If I were to compare it to anything else I've seen, it feels like an underground version of Here Lies Love -- the actors perform on moving platforms throughout the space, telling the life story of a notorious public figure through (mostly) loud, fun dance music. That's simplifying both shows quite a bit, but other than that, Oscar is such a unique piece of theater.

Reviews seem to lean mixed positive (here, here, and here from my quick Google search), but I'm hopeful that it will catch on because it's some of the best vocals and choreography I've ever seen.

I went in with no prior knowledge of the original album or artists and had such a fantastic time. The energy is infectious, the cast is super talented, and the band is phenomenal! It's definitely one of my favorites of the season.

WldKingdomHM said: "MemorableUserName said: "Simard out of the evening show as well. Nothing on BroadwayDirect or Dee Roscioli's Instagram about Hilty being out/Dee being on, so seems like Hilty will most likely be on."

I’m exhausted with Jenn being out all the time"

Why is it affecting you so? 

The energy in the theatre tonight was electric! There was so much love for this cast and crew & they really earned the mid-show standing ovation after the title number.

I did notice some tightening in the book after having seen it during previews. I love everything they’re doing — the cast, the score, the costumes, the lighting, the sets are all beautiful! I’m already looking forward to seeing it again.

CurtainPullDowner said: "Did someone get hurt or not?"

No understudies on at tonight’s performance!

Saw & Juliet last night through TDF — seat location was Orch Right Row N, really great view!

quizking101 said: "The fact that I can’t tell if it’s intentional or not means they either need to fix the flaw or fully commit to the bit"

They do this gag 3 times throughout the show (during For the Gaze, the stairs, & the fight), and each instance elicited laughter from the audience when I saw it -- I think it's plenty clear that it's intentional.

Love these ideas, and I think they'd really elevate the show.