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Triumphant History of Matilda (Wait in the Wings)

Did anyone see the 11/17 Livestream?

I plan to Livestream on 12/01 (thanks for advice bear88 and Kitsune).  Just wanted to check if it's a good watch or if there were any tech issues.

Extended through 10/23!  This show is pure joy.

www.theoldglobe.org/pdp/22-season/come-fall-in-love

If you're in the CA area, I highly recommend getting tickets to this show:  www.theoldglobe.org/pdp/22-season/come-fall-in-love

In 1 word:  it was a delight!  I plan to write a more detailed review, but I echo many of bruzson's thoughts. Of the last 3 Broadway-bound shows I saw in SD (Almost Famous, Lempicka, Come Fall in Love) which were all good, I'm rooting for THIS one most to find an enduring audience on Broadway.

 

BrodyFosse123 said: "Seriously now. Just read the consumer reviews on this link and you’ll get your answer in minutes. Each of these listed has a handful of reviews from people who bought the item. This message board is the worst place you should be asking.

https://www.amazon.com/s?k=opera+glasses+binoculars&i=electronics&crid=198DEMAV3UTY0&sprefix=Opera+%2Celectronics%2C154&ref=nb_sb_ss_ts-doa-p_6_6"

 

Quite the opposite.  Every product these days has equally good and bad reviews, lots of times from people who have tried the product maybe once.  Also fake reviews.  This message board is full of theater aficionados who go to a lot of shows and are very particular (as am I) about things like seating and view. 

So I would value a rec from someone on this Board above random reviews.  But from someone who owns a pair they've used and really like.  If you don't own/use binoculars, I'm not sure why you'd feel compelled to respond to this thread with a random list.  I didn't ask for guidance on how to conduct a Google search :)

Fan123 said: "If you can, I would recommend trying a pair or two in person before you buy. I found that a pair which seemed to be the best in theory, didn't give me as clear of a view as another pair, for some reason."

So what is the pair that gave you a clear view?  :)

BrodyFosse123 said: "https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2334524.m570.l1311&_nkw=opera+glasses&_sacat=0&LH_TitleDesc=0&LH_FS=1&rt=nc&_odkw=hanging+light+fixture&_osacat=0&Color=White&_dcat=117503&LH_PrefLoc=1&_udhi=75"

Thanks Brody, but (at least for me) this link shows a list of binoculars, in a variety of styles and brands.  Is there one in particular you recommend?

 

Any recs for binoculars / opera glasses?  Links appreciated, if possible.

RippedMan said: "I would love to drive down to see this. Any discount codes or anything? Just curious. Never been down there before."

Online Rush Tickets - Save 50% on remaining seats for a performance! Tickets available beginning 3 hours prior to the performance start time, day-of. Enter the promo code LEMPICKARUSH to access a limited number of Online Rush seats, valid in Area 1 and 2 seating. Must be purchased online. https://lajollaplayhouse.org/show/lempicka/

It's not a large venue, so I'd say even the back row P is great!  Nice full view of the set.  I'd suggest a seat as close to center if possible, but all views should be good.

Allow a little extra time for parking:  https://lajollaplayhouse.org/plan-your-visit/parking/

 

The only source I trust is the Animatronic Patti.  Has it been yell-confirmed?

Company's Tony performance is the ONLY one not uploaded to the CBS YouTube page... been wondering why.  Even if this closing was known/planned (by the powers that be... as most of us are shocked), wouldn't they want to drum up publicity for the last few weeks?  Or just have this preserved in Tony/musical history?

Could you (or anyone who's seen it) please spoil the actual reading of the minutes?  What happened at that last meeting that's being covered up?

Please PM me or post with a Spoiler Alert!

Has anyone seen Circle Jerk?  Intrigued because it sounds so creative... but is the humor very crude?

www.theatermania.com/off-off-broadway/reviews/review-circle-jerk-fake-friends-foley-breslin_93913.html

 

starlightlocamotion said: "Where is the best place to sit for this? Are the far sides of front mez okay for this show?"

I'd avoid the last 4-5 seats on each side of the front mez because of how the lights are hung protruding from the box seating.  To me, it's distracting in the sightline.  The rest of the front mez (especially row A) is great to take in this show.  The overhang of mez is not way far from the stage.  https://seatplan.com/new-york/barrymore-theatre/  (Click C23 photo to see what I meant about lights/bars from the boxes.)

Joaquina sings "Let It Burn" from the very very front of the stage, so it's unmissable from most seats.

The DANCING is a highlight of this show! 

Jennifer Simard deserves the Tony!  Her acting choices made Sarah the standout female character.


If anyone else were playing Joanne (giving the exact same performance as Patti, but without Patti's name and status), I believe Jennifer Simard's Sarah would win over Joanne.
 

Probably unpopular opinion... but I think Jennifer Simard deserves the Tony.  Her acting choices made Sarah the standout female character.  In general in this version, it seems Joanne is a less interesting/less meaty role (maybe also due to Jennifer's acting).  If it weren't "the Patti LuPone" playing Joanne, I think the Tony would go to Jennifer tonight.

Agreed that Claybourne Elder absolutely deserved a nomination.