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I saw it last week and loved it. I had seen it off Broadway at the Triad many years ago. Great performers including Catone, Broderick, Tate Donovan and a great Celine impression by Rita Wilson. Too bad it’s closing but the weekly cast changes probably did not help selling tickets.

I actually enjoyed it much more than I thought I would. .

Ulster American just extended for 2 weeks. It’s a really great show!

I love the Irish Rep, they always have intriguing productions. It’s a small and intimate venue.i too have a ticket to see this in early April but read an early preview opinion from someone who said it was outstanding and especially complimented Geraldine Hughes. I’m looking forward to it.

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Glad to read I’m not the only one who thinks this. Glenn Close personified Norma Desmond. I never felt that way about Nicole. A dynamic vocal performance and maybe I had I not seen Glenn I would feel differently. I also think Audra deserved the Tony last night.

That’s an investment worth making as I believe the energy of their songs would definitely sell tickets. Do you think that opening so late in April may have cost them couple more nominations?

I actually feel that it’s better not to have seen the tv show before seeing the Broadway show. You’ll be more objective and not constantly comparing the two like many on this board. It’s a much better show than many here have stated. Enjoy!

It’s not perfect but it certainly not a mess. My surprise is that Robyn Hurder’s terrific performance was overshadowed. More attention paid to comparisons of the tv show. The cast was outstanding!

I believe they refer to this as an overall positive review with a few mixed. Well done, SMASH!

I was at the 2 pm matinee yesterday and was out of the theater at 4:45, so I estimate the show and curtain call was over by 4:30-4:35. I even thought the intermission was extended as the bathroom lines were ridiculous so the show is about 2.5 hrs long. Needs a bit more cutting.

We all have our opinions. I think there will be lots more tweaking before critics start sharpening their knives.

Agree on that storyline being unnecessary. They could have just had Ivy turning into a diva but having a change of heart in Act II. The teacher looked like the YaYa in My Big Fat Greek Wedding! So weird. I also thought the soup scene stalled the show and seemed out of place. That being said, Robyn and Brooks were phenomenal!! Robyn was Marilyn but was also Ivy. I’ve followed her for several years and I got chills when she came out for the curtain call. Her talent has always been impressive bu...

While I appreciated this production for the edgy more hip angle, it’s difficult to consider this the ultimate Sunset Blvd stage production. For me, scenery and costumes are a huge part of story telling. Gimmicks with cameras are interesting but if I was not already familiar with this story, I think I would have been a little lost. Why is Norma covered with blood at the end? Wasn’t she just taken away by authorities? The ensemble was a generic group trying to play different parts of undefined ...

I have an issue with people who say the same thing about Broderick but continue to go see his plays. If you don’t like him as a performer, why do you keep going to see him? I did not see a similar performance in this to other plays I’ve seen him in. just my opinion.

I remember standing ovations during the last revival with Glenn Close. Those are powerful moments that the audience is moved by. Looking forward to seeing this production next week!

I saw the play and didn’t think it was boring at all. A unique way to tell a story from a very strong cast. Could have been a few minutes shorter but overall I enjoyed it.

Last Wed matinee, I got 2 tix for The Notebook center Orch row F. Fantastic seats for a fantastic show!

Couldn’t attend the final show, sadly, but went last week for the 5th time. My 4th time, Victoria was out so I just needed to see her one final time. She never missed a beat and it was her best one yet. Thanks to Victoria, Justin, Bonnie and the entire cast and musicians for such a tight and entertaining adventure. I know they are touring in September and wish the participants the best.

Chita was one of the reasons I became a lifelong theater fan. She, Gwen Verdon and Jerry Orbach in the original cast of Chicago was my first Broadway show when I was a teenager. I’ll never forget going out and buying the OBC album, yes I said album, and playing it over and over. I tried to see everything she appeared in over the years. What a talent! Thank you Chita and rest in peace,