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Bernadette Peters video recording of her studio "Rose's Turn"
 Dec 5 2024, 07:49:21 PM

Tyne was the definitive Rose.  ( for me )


GYPSY Previews - most important question
 Dec 5 2024, 07:01:02 PM

Thank you Morosco.  I appreciated hearing that.  The recent Funny Girl revival did a pretty good job in making people focus during the overture .  There was the welcoming announcement by Harvey setting the tone.  And it was pleasantly amplified .  


GYPSY Previews - most important question
 Nov 26 2024, 05:22:09 PM

chernjam said: "Jordan Catalano said: "I did some LSDbefore seeing it again and it really made some scenes more impactful, especially when the devil comes up from the stage and chased everyone out of the theater by spitting fire at us all."

Okay I can't stop laughing after reading this... You might have won the internet - definitely the BWW forum with that one. :D
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If you’re laughing that hard .. then you must already be on som


Universal's WICKED Film - News & Discussion Thread
 Nov 24 2024, 04:47:45 PM

SisterGeorge said: "For anyone who's already seen this, especially those who have seen it in different formats, which do you recommend for a first viewing:2D, 3D, IMAX, 4DX? And would any of theseformats lessen the probability of experiencing some of the lighting and color issues which have been discussed? I would think 4DX would be great fun, but perhapstoo distracting for a first viewing?"

From reading social media.. the more important question seems to be what


Universal's WICKED Film - News & Discussion Thread
 Nov 24 2024, 12:06:13 AM

The director is asking theaters to turn it up!

https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/c/movies/movie-news/


La Cage aux Folles at Pasadena Playhouse
 Nov 21 2024, 01:23:57 PM

We went Tuesday night as well.  Horrible direction.  Horrible mess of a concept.  Bad casting. And a screeching unbearable Albin.  Someone needs to step in and stop Kevin.  He is going to ruin his voice forever.  Cheyenne has a gorgeous voice.  And George Salazar was fun to watch.  This is a big misfire for the playhouse.  I also want to add in my edit.. I kind of felt mocked watching this show.  It did not serve me well in this ultra sensitiv


Universal's WICKED Film - News & Discussion Thread
 Nov 19 2024, 08:42:37 PM

I really enjoyed this and I hope it does smashing buisness.  The perception from "civilians" is already that this movie is suppose to be really good.  My plumber today seems to be really well informed. They have done everything right promoting this. 


SUNSET BOULEVARD 2024 West End Cast Recording Thread
 Oct 25 2024, 02:52:06 AM

Outstanding .  Can’t get enough of it.


Scherzinger in SUNSET BLVD. Previews
 Oct 3 2024, 09:43:28 PM

WldKingdomHM said: "JSquared2 said: "Scarlet Leigh said: "Saw the show last night, will comment on the show itself later but wanted to just say that the choice to not turn the lights on until after the "credits" needs to go. Very big safety hazard. I was seated above the entrance/exit in the mezz and the rush of people tripping and falling over one another in the darkness as one poor usher tried to illuminate the stairs with a little flash light looked lik


Donna Murphy, Scott Rudin, Hello, Dolly!
 Oct 1 2024, 02:13:58 PM

ErmengardeStopSniveling said: "Bette's Turban said: "You absolutely have no idea what you’re talking about. You took a comment she made in Instagram and have come up with your own fiction ."

I didn't see her Instagram post, but I have no interest in sharing more detail of the first-hand information I have received over the years regarding this situation.
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Then why comment about this at all.  Even if you knew what you a


Is Thomas Kail still working on Fiddler on the Roof?
 Sep 24 2024, 08:15:59 PM

ErmengardeStopSniveling said: "DAME said: "That is too bad. But I wouldn't think they would need a legitimatefamous film star at all. And not sure then why such specific press release with Thomas Kail's name announced would have been released.

I just reread the release and I am afraid you might be right. It is after all MGM.
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A musical film musthave a star to get funding and attract an audience. There isn't a single live action film on this top 25 list that didn't have a star.And in this case if that star is not a Jew, there would be a whole lot of screaming that no studio wants to deal with. FIDDLER's not going to sell on its own.

They put out a press release with Kail's name because he was signed on, pre-Amazon MGM probably paid him a little money, and for a short time the project might have seemed real before it became not-real. And MGM wanted to have a bunch of projects in the hopper while they were trying to get sold.

Probably better off leaving FIDDLER alone.
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Sad


Is Thomas Kail still working on Fiddler on the Roof?
 Sep 24 2024, 07:09:49 PM

That is too bad.   But I wouldn't think they would need a legitimate famous film star at all.  And not sure then why such  specific press release with Thomas Kail's name announced would have been released.  

I just reread the release and I am afraid you might be right.  It is after all MGM.


Is Thomas Kail still working on Fiddler on the Roof?
 Sep 24 2024, 06:59:11 PM

I think you are right.  I wouldn't mind knowing that there is a new Fiddler movie on its way.  Nothing will touch the original film production.  To me it is perfection.  But is a good time for this story of prejudice, tradition, family and humanity to try and reach and comfort more people.  Is this still happening?  I think someone had said it is for max?


THE ROOMMATE Reviews
 Sep 14 2024, 12:36:04 AM

This is a fabulous fun evening that knows it’s  aging queen audience. I had so much fun! The whole evening from beginning to end was precious to me. Go.


Who is the frontrunner for Best Leading Actress in a Musical right now?
 Sep 14 2024, 12:33:16 AM

Sutton Foster.  Wait and see.


Funny Girl Tour cast changes.
 Aug 21 2024, 08:28:11 PM

PabloJuan said: "Katerina announced on Instagram today that this is her final week as Fanny Brice."

What a great year run.  She is extraordinary in the role. Felicidades Katerina!  


Do You Hear the People Sing? at the Hollywood Bowl
 Jul 29 2024, 08:28:36 PM

For me It was dull.  Intros read from prompters.  No imagination or concept into putting the evening together.  Patrick Wilson Jon Briones, and Skylar Astin were stellar.  The women didn’t fare as well. The French Cosette did not hit with me.  Evening ended by 930 ish.  


Audra McDonald-led GYPSY for 2024-2025 Season!
 Jul 17 2024, 09:37:29 AM

JasonC3 said: "DAME said: "Where is this casting notice? I would be interested in reading about Wolfes concept. That word "concept" scares me a little. Makes me think of that recent awful Fiddler revival with the framing device."
A simple Google search would take you to this BWW article with the casting notice:
https://www.broadwayworld.com/equity-audition/GYPSY--Broadway--Wherever-We-Go-LLC-2024-43279

I'd make it a direct link but the site isn't showing me the menu bar to do that.
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Thank you so much.  I was able to find it .  I must have missed it.  


Audra McDonald-led GYPSY for 2024-2025 Season!
 Jul 17 2024, 02:45:39 AM

ErmengardeStopSniveling said: "IfMusicaldudepeter's unsubstantiated rumor is to be believed, it's a Tonywinnerwho has done drag. Will Swenson is not a Tony winner.

And for the zillionth time, it will not be Brian Stokes Mitchell unless Wolfe has changed his concept since the casting notice went out: Herbie will be played by a white actor, and "passing" for white is different than actually being white, especially if the sh


Shorts in the theater
 Jul 17 2024, 02:34:08 AM

Yep.  I remember the days when you used to have to write away for Broadway tickets, list alternate dates, and send a self addressed envelope.  Going to a Broadway show was a big event.  I don't care what people are wearing by the way.  If I am in the city in the summer and go to the theater I dress for comfort. 


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