Profile for JT2030

I was just chatting about the new production of Spring Awakening with a friend this week; we both were pretty sure that if it's a hit, they'll find *some* future for it. Wasn't even thinking of the Hudson but that would be a nice fit - if not that, I think Benjamin Button was rumored pending a successful run at the Public.

The Hudson has been proving itself an increasingly prime venue, so as I presume any sort of extension is near-impos

It's *very* different than Grey House - and the production + actors + illusions that actually furthered the plot / weren't just for 'ooooh look at me, how cool' sake made up for the spotty playscript (which is damning with faint praise on the writing end, I know....)

Keep an eye on the reviews + def look for rush or discounts that I imagine will be plentiful. It's so unique and different than what we've seen on Broadway t

Let me say upfront - while I'm not affiliated with the show, I'm a big fan and hope it succeeds.

That being said - is there much precedent for a show moving it's opening night up so significantly (other than needing / hoping for some great reviews + press?)

https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/PARANORMAL-ACTIVITY-Sets-New-Opening-Night-on-Broadway-20260624

The pre-Broadway run at the Emerson Colonial (again, WHY such a massive venue?) is barely sold / starts in two-ish weeks, and barely any tickets for the Wilson transfer have been sold.

This thing is gonna live or die on word of mouth IMO so I wish they came up with some deeply discounted preview pricing scheme or something similar that made some economic sense....

Echoing earlier posters -- traditionally, opening nights have just been invite only, though over the past few seasons unless it's a show with a *major* star or a huge title, keep an eye on Telecharge day or two before the performance (if tickets become avail, the performance will magically reappear on the calendar). And at the very last minute, TKTS will be a spot shows drop some leftover seats.

I'm pretty sure they pulled all the codes around awards-nomination season. That being said:

- Try the ticket lottery. It took a few tries but my friend and I won and had far-side stage right Orchestra seats which were really fantastic.

- And on that note: 99% percent of the play is center-staged. Beyond a few entrances and exits, anything slightly less expensive marked 'Partial View' upstairs or downstairs should be totally fine / you won't miss any of the major

One clue to note (and this is by *NO* means iron-clad) is noting if any theatre owners are involved with specific shows as producers. ATG has a massive West End footprint + a long term relationship with Sonia Friedman, so it makes sense that Paddington and potentially Dolly (which ATG is a producer on) would end up in one of their houses. 

That also being said, this again isn't 100% the case - James L. Nederlander is one of the lead produc

Considering how thoughtful and first-rate the casting has been for Broadway + West End, I'm sure they'll find someone wonderful. I do like the idea of having different Mary Todd's who are local favorites from regional theatres where there's such an abundance of talent that would make each city a bit of an event.

That being said (pure speculation), I think Hannah Solow would be a wonderful choice / showcase how great she is all around. And I recall *awhile* back speculat

Judge just denied the last-minute appeal:

https://apnews.com/article/trump-name-kennedy-center-e6caa6a7c6115671490278491ee9e96c

Barring some last gasp (which is quite unlikely at this point), multiple live-streams are up + scaffolding is complete:

https://www.ms.now/news/watch-trump-name-removal-kennedy-center

 

And *that's* why I need to always read the full press release :-) Sullivan directing is wonderful and I'm now even more excited to see what he + the cast do.

(Also, I'm starting the campaign now for the Delacorte Raccoons to play The Bear.)

What a splendid cast:

https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Ral-Esparza-Lily-Rabe-and-More-to-Star-in-THE-WINTERS-TALE-at-Free-Shakespeare-in-the-Park-20260610

Thrilled we'll see Lily Rabe + Raul Esparza back onstage multiple times this year, Steven Skybell is consistently wonderful, and CHUCK COOPER! A treasure who's performance in Trouble In Mind was spectacular in that gem of a production. Excited to see this!

Random thoughts:

*I remain surprised (in a good way) how Felton's joining Cursed Child has really given it a kick that remains / very cool to see him playing an extended engagement.

*What's up with Wicked's $106 ATP? Are there discreet discounts floating around / they're packing the house with rush or lottery? It's quite clearly not in danger of closing, just interesting to note. Which brings me to...

*This summer alrea

I'm with an earlier poster in that it'd be lovely (if perhaps unlikely, since the production will have a hopefully strong + successful tour) for there either to be a Proshot or a "Great Performances" capture.