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A beautiful and moving piece. Funny too, of course. In addressing a very specific loss of an artistic partner, like all good writing about grief, it is resonant of all loss. He was also wonderfully adept at describing their collaborative process.

Saw the NTLive capture and though a wildly energetic and beautifully staged production, as one expects from Goold, my reaction was that for all its well-intentioned reach for themes that both define and transcend sports/winning, have to say "Ted Lasso" did it much, much better- down to Ted's team therapist being a much more interesting character (no fault of the always excellent Gina McKee- who thinks of the word "purview" when they see Gina?). Reductive perhaps but feeling what I am (strongl...

inception said: "Who exactly is this for? The generation who cared about Taylor/Burton are all in rest homes.I used to have a clipping if a great photo of Taylor screaming at a camera, stuck in a crowd outside the theatre during the run, but I can't find it online." Wow. Perhaps, I missed this in this thread, but have you even seen "Motive"? Doesn't sound like you have. To infer the play is only for people who would care about/know about Taylor/Burton and, therefore, for no one, because those...

Frends due to join me at "Patriots" on Saturday April 20 at 1PM had to cancel their trip to NYC so I have available for sale three (3) tix purchased thru TDF. Since they are TDF, I can't pick up at box office until 12:30PM Saturday so would have to hand over to you at theater. You can buy 1, 2 or all 3. I paid $51 each all in and am asking $40 ea. Seats possibly? likely? better than Rush or Lottery - but of course won't know until tix are in hand. PM me if interested.

Jonathan Cohen said: "PipingHotPiccolo said: "Jonathan Cohen said: "Without diminishing what could well be a very insightful play, asking people to spend money on a play about Putin, while we still can't escape him on the nightly news is kind of a hard sell for me."to each their own, but isnt that what makes this play topical, relevant, etc?"I was really sorry to hear about Michael Stuhlbarg getting attacked. It's a little surreal the suspect got apprehended outside the RussianConsulate.Getti...

No joy in saying this, but I am with the naysayers. Jesse Green was so very, very right -- the first time. For those of you who did not click through to or otherwise remember the original review of the off-Broadway production he imbedded in his review of the Broadway production posted above, here: "The play is as overstuffed as the house, but at least the house gets cleaned during the action. The play just gets more cluttered. Starting with the title, which is awkward whether understood in it...

Jarethan said: "If it is 20 years since he was last on Broadway, I imagine the last time might have been Pillowman, in which he stole the show from an outstanding Billy Crudup as well as Jeff Goldblum. I seem to remember there was a fourth cast member, but I can’t remember anything about his performance.That said, I saw this in London and thought Hollander was really great in the role. Wonder why he didn’t want to cross the pond. He would have been a serious Tony contender in a packed year, w...

idioteque... said: "theaterdarling said: "Kimberly Akimbo for Wednesday night January 17 Orchestra G 113, 114 and 115. Gorgeous seats, however, the theater gods giveth and they also they taketh away: Victoria Clark was out - without any notice anywhere (except, apparently her Instagram page which indicated she was on vacation for a week). I only found out about it after my ticket purchase (on Tuesday) from the Kimberly chat thread on this site. I asked the box office person when I picked up t...

wesleystewart said: "Hi all, had to rearrange my trip to NYC in a couple weeks so I have a ticket to Appropriate for Friday, January 26 Orchestra F10. Just looking for face value if anyone is interested, $128.Also, anyone know if entire cast is performing both shows on Wednesdays?"I can only speak to the Wednesday January 17th matinee - everyone was in.

Kimberly Akimbo for Wednesday night January 17 Orchestra G 113, 114 and 115. Gorgeous seats, however, the theater gods giveth and they also they taketh away: Victoria Clark was out - without any notice anywhere (except, apparently her Instagram page which indicated she was on vacation for a week). I only found out about it after my ticket purchase (on Tuesday) from the Kimberly chat thread on this site. I asked the box office person when I picked up the tix about why this was not made known a...

Audition dates announced for supporting roles and stage manager submissions requested for Broadway production - so looks like it is definitely coming this year, though no first rehearsal/opening date specifically stated - just 2024. Berezovsky, Putin and Abramovich listed as already cast. Fingers crossed this means Tom Hollander, Will Keen and Luke Thallon will all reprise Almeida/West End roles. Woo Hoo. So looking forward to this.

Seeing Gayle's tour of Barbra's cellar (or "mall" as Gayle names it)only reminded me that "Buyer & Cellar" was the funniest, and, surprisingly, one of the most touching things I've ever seen on stage. Kudos to Tollins & Urie for that magic. Didn't think the streaming version did it justice.

5 min walk to Delux Cafe in South End. Small, dive bar atmosphere, fun neighborhood haunt- good food reasonably priced - however --no reservations cash only. Opens at 5. I love it - but Google it - make sure it is the right vibe for you. Share your thoughts about the show after you see on Saturday. I'm going on Sunday. I agreed with your thoughts about Evita at ART so look forward to your "heads up" - yay or nay- on this. My first time seeing a production of this as well.

dramamama611 said: "And now my debate: getting season tix to secure getting to this or waiting allllll tbe way until March. Ugh." I have faced that dilemma often with A.R.T. but FWIW I have never had a problem getting a ticket for what is perceived to be a hot show in the upcoming season at A.R.T. when I've waited for single tickets to go on sale. I do, however, always jump on as soon as the online sales open. I have also noticed that an A.R.T. production heavily anticipated by musical theate...

Jarethan said: "I am in London as I type. Probably my best trip ever in terms of at least liking all but one of the shopws I have seen:— Patriots *****. Tom Hollander and the actor who played Putin were spectacularly good. Play very entertaining and provocative.... For those who like to keep track of those stalwart British actors whose faces show up everywhere but whose names are more elusive, let me be helpful :) and add that "the actor who played Putin" is Will Keen -- who just recently won...

Alex Kulak2 said: "Why wouldn't Stoppard be writing the adaptation himself? No disrespect to Marber, he's a great writer too, but Stoppard's an Oscar-winning screenwriter who's adapted his own material before, and even worked with Spielberg before (he was a script doctor for the 3rd Indiana Jones movie)."Maybe it is as simple as he does not want to, nor does he need to! He is, after all, 85 years old, and based on what I've read, if he is going to tackle another project at this point in his l...

In none of the London recommendation threads (unless I missed it) do I see "Patriots" on anybody's list - or as a rec which shocks me. It is Peter Morgan, had a sold out run last summer at the Almeida (fastest in the theater's history) before tonight's West End opening, scored a few Olivier nominations with a win for Will Keen, mostly excellent reviews, fascinating subject matter and most important, Tom Hollander is in it! I was so blown away by Hollander in "Travesties" a few years ago that ...

Jordan Catalano said: "1pm American time. :)Of course! Thanks for noting that.

It does stream on You Tube. From the OfficialLondonTheare.com website:For viewers outside of the UK, there will be a livestream of the ceremony on the Official London Theatre YouTube channel from 6pm.

BCfitasafiddle said: "Chase Miller said: "Can she sing it? I know she can sing but you have to be able to SING for Evita."https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YTXTrKIcJAg"Ugh, all this video proves is how terribly wrong she is for Evita. The smugness and self-regard is so off-putting. I'll believe she is being cast in this when I see it - very skeptical it comes to pass. Don't get her at all. Both she and Elgort dragged "West Side Story" way down and, in large part. why the movie bombed. Sweet voi...