Profile for nealb1

Re: LA Times pans the non-Equity MUSIC MAN tour -- fair critique?

Nov 3, 2026 — 3:09:16 PM

Rentaholic2 said: "Having now read the review, I actually agree that the transformation that the two leads go through is unconvincing. I had actually never seen The Music Man on stage prior to this, and I thought it was a flaw in the show rather than a flaw in this production. I was totally unconvinced that Marian would give Harold a pass for his misdeeds, while understanding the reason it'ssupposed tomake sense. I'm now interested in seeing a production that makes this transformation work."I...

Re: LA Times pans the non-Equity MUSIC MAN tour -- fair critique?

Nov 2, 2026 — 10:20:21 AM

Saw the show yesterday afternoon. Great performances, beautiful voices, and showstopping musical numbers. Very, very talented cast. Loved it! This tour does not do to the big tap number at the end of the show that the Hugh Jackman revival did.

Re: Best Scene Changes

Oct 27, 2026 — 5:42:03 PM

Melissa25 said: "In the last revival of Hello Dolly when we changed from the rustic Yonkers feed store to the vibrant pastel palette of New York City for Put On Your Sunday Clothes. Santo Loquasto's scenic and costume design literally brought me to tears every time I saw it.https://youtu.be/bYDnjWyh148?t=141"Absolutely! When the ensemble first appeared in those stunning costumes, strutting on stage, I wept the first time seeing the show in May 201

Re: Best Scene Changes

Oct 27, 2026 — 5:40:05 PM

The first ones that come to mind are "Sunset Blvd" and "Chaplin." When the house first appears in SB and floats down was just jaw dropping. I live in So Cal and saw the show several times before it transferred to New York.The final scene in "Chaplin" when Charlie is awarded his honorary Oscar was all in full color. With the exception of the final scene, the entire show was like watching a black & white movie. Dark lighting, dark costumes, dark sets. When it became full color, it was similar t...

Jennifer Simard Opens Up About ‘Life-Saving Surgery’ She Underwent After Years of Suffering in Silence (PEOPLE Mag)

Oct 12, 2026 — 12:53:21 PM

MysteriousLady said: "I remember the constant negativity about Simard and Hilty, blah blah Channing and Merman would never, etc. Now it is confirmed that both had major health problems while attempting to perform marathon roles eight times per week."You got that right. Some people just love to complain about anything. Especially things they know nothing about. It's so self-serving.

Re: STARLIGHT EXPRESS pro-shot to be released in November

Oct 12, 2026 — 12:50:53 PM

Hope a US release date will be announced soon. This was the first Broadway show I saw - July 1988. Loved every minute of it. Just so much fun. Was also the first time seeing Jane Krakowski perform, as well. I just remember how stunning she was, in addition to being so talented.

Re: The CHICAGO 30th anniversary reunion

Oct 9, 2026 — 6:37:40 PM

How wonderful that this show is still running, after 3 decades. Lots of "stunt casting" has kept actors, musicians, crew, and theatre staff employed. Brought tens of millions of dollars of revenue to the city, and many millions of people to the theatre. All of that, is a very, very good thing.

Just In Time 2.0 & 4.0 - Matthew Morrison

Oct 1, 2026 — 1:52:48 PM

HJAJtheFirst said: "I agree. My response to the nay sayers is “I’d like to shadow you when you start a new job to see how you immediately fit in, :-)."Perfectly and beautifully stated. Thank you!

Why is Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf so popular?

Sep 28, 2026 — 4:03:10 PM

Agreed, BrodyFosse123. When I saw the Kathleen Turner revival in 2005, she led a conga line thru the audience at the start of Act 3. During curtain call, another conga line was formed for everyone to exit the theatre, led by Nathan Lane.

Re: A gay A Little Night Music - could it work?

Sep 18, 2026 — 5:42:41 PM

Anything is possible.Why though?

Re: Donald Trump Takes Over the Kennedy Center

Sep 17, 2026 — 12:31:02 PM

MikeInTheDistrict said: "TotallyEffed said: "This filthy mother****er is going to demolish it. That evil warthog will do as he pleases and no one in DC will stop him."This is the part that makes me angriest. It's one thing that we ended up with this senile, infantile, narcissist turd as President. It's another thing that no one is doing anything about it. The Republicans in Congress, the Supreme Court, the military, etc. We've watched him do incalculable damage, not just to the U.S. but to th...

Re: Donald Trump Takes Over the Kennedy Center

Sep 16, 2026 — 12:30:09 PM

TotallyEffed said: "nealb1 said: "Joyce Beatty stood up to him at the Board meeting yesterday. He spewed his hate at her, and she threw it right back in his face. BRAVO!!!He is such a POS."Why isn't everyone doing this? Everyone should respond, 'QUIET PIGGY!" to everything that evil f*cker says."Absolutely!

Re: Donald Trump Takes Over the Kennedy Center

Sep 16, 2026 — 12:20:16 PM

Joyce Beatty stood up to him at the Board meeting yesterday. He spewed his hate at her, and she threw it right back in his face. BRAVO!!! He is such a POS.

Re: Donald Trump Takes Over the Kennedy Center

Sep 15, 2026 — 3:20:09 PM

All of DT's appointed Board members are sycophants. It's just so disgusting.

Re: North American Tour of The Lion King to close in 2027

Sep 14, 2026 — 2:27:19 PM

Yes, when "The Lion King" first came to Los Angeles, it played at The Pantages for 2 years!

Amazon delay of "Chess" cd - anyone else have an issue?

Sep 4, 2026 — 8:43:59 PM

BrodyFosse123 said: "Thanks. I wonder if Amazon ran out? The last week or so, it's been showing as the #1 seller for Cast Recordings/Soundtracks. Just have to wait until it arrives at my house.That's based on pre-orders not actual sales. That's why you state you saw this mentioned last week or so when the CD was slated for release on Sept 4 - today.Think about it, how can they have run out last week or so on an item that is released today?

Amazon delay of "Chess" cd - anyone else have an issue?

Sep 4, 2026 — 5:30:17 PM

uncageg said: "I went in and checked and it is giving "buying options" with different delivery dates for the CD. Checked the vinyl and it came up with a delivery date of September 11th."Thanks. I wonder if Amazon ran out? The last week or so, it's been showing as the #1 seller for Cast Recordings/Soundtracks. Just have to wait until it arrives at my house.

Amazon delay of "Chess" cd - anyone else have an issue?

Sep 4, 2026 — 4:55:39 PM

When it was announced that the cast recording of the revival of "Chess" was being released on 9/4, I immediately pre-ordered it on Amazon. This morning when I was about to check my Amazon account on today's delivery status, I received an email from Amazon saying that there was a delay and it is now scheduled for delivery on September 30th. Did anyone else order it on Amazon? Any delays on your end, too? Thanks.

Re: How would a …WHOREHOUSE revival fare today?

Sep 2, 2026 — 1:04:00 PM

Sounds as if we are splitting hairs here. I never said Pauline Kael cared for the movie. I remember she specifically adored Dolly in the film. Thanks for the link of those films, John Adams. It's a very interesting list.

Re: How would a …WHOREHOUSE revival fare today?

Sep 2, 2026 — 10:51:13 AM

joevitus said: "nealb1 said: "uncageg said: "It also knocked "E.T." out of the top spot the weekend it opened."Yes, it did.At the time of its release, it had the biggest opening box office weekend for a musical. So wonderful that AMC Theatres hasreleased it in honor of Dolly's passing. I've seen it 3 times so far in the last few days. Each screening was completely full, and everyoneapplauded whenDolly's name appeared on the screen, and when we see her for the first time. Love this movie! Doll...

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