Profile for Mike66

Kad said: "The song existed before they had the theater and Ford was also in the novel, so I’m not sure what’s untoward about it. It’s not exactly product placement.They certainly could’ve just had Coalhouse roll in with a new car and say he bought it, but the innovation of mass production as a means to deliver goods like that to the middle class is a major part of the era and signal of progress. Having a production number with Ford is a fun way to theatricalize that."THIS. I keep coming back...

kdogg36 said: "Jonathan Cohen said: "I believe that's the only supernatural element in Ragtime, there's no obvious reason to speculateHoudini andFerdinand were friends, and it just felt like a swing and miss for connecting the show to WW1."I wonder if the little boy's clairvoyance (he also senses that Tateh will soon be important to his family) is one of those things that had a bigger role in early drafts of the show, but mostly got cut so thatjust a vestige remains."Houdini explains the mean...

THANK YOU for this. I absolutely agree. The historical characters are critical to the plot -- just like in the original book by Doctorow. The arc of the story is so very much based on 'the possibility' of change. Goldman leads a revolution -- but winds up being deported to Russia. Houdini is the symbol of possible escape, and yet he doesnt understand (until too late) what Edgar is telling him - he admits that. Nesbit is the star her mother always wanted her to be -- until she's doing four sho...

Just in Time -- definitely. A great way to cap off your visit -- go out on a high (and happy) note.

I saw it. And yes, it was truly terrific. Two things I remember -- both of which 'might' seem peculiar now. First -- in those days, Lane was very much 'the second coming' of Zero Mostel, and so it was no surprise when the revical and cast was announced. And yes -- he definitely played to that. A lot of Mostel and a lot of Lane is a very winning combination. As in 'The Producers.' (Of course, since then, he has tried and succeeded in becoming much more than he was. Great props to him -- it's n...

I WOULD do it -- if I had the knowledge and the insight and ability to sort all of it out. I dont -- so I was hoping that someone -- who does have the information -- would consider doing it.I wouldnt know where to begin.....m

I have a request:Would someone be willing to start a (updating) thread that lists the current shows that have recouped, or are thought to have recouped. I religiously follow the Grosses every week, and it would be very helpful to have some additional information about what is 'entitled' to be called a HIT. (It seems that question is always coming up as to whether this one or that one is 'really' a flop.... I'm good with the definition Hit/Flop -- so I'd love to be able to have a better pictur...

Today I would say RAGTIME.But I would wait until the reviews come out on TWO STRANGERS -- since its only a few days from now -- and see if your fav reviewer(s) have as advice for that show.

Planning on taking my wife, who is very petite, to see this and would like her to have a great seat. I've seen the show and sat in C241 -- all the way towards the 'main' stage and could see everything, so I know there is no bad seat in the place.I mentioned the 'table seating' to her -- and she said that she wasnt sure she wanted to getting 'rained on' from Groff -- but was wondering about the two rows of 'floor' seating as a possibility. I dont entiely remember, but is there ANY rise from th...

Scarywarhol said: "Mike66 said: "No great disrespect to The Smith or PJ Clarkes -- but they are, in my opinion -- overpriced, underserviced, bland and boring -- and much too crowded (and loud). Sure -- if you want that 'I wait 45 minutes and then have 30 minutes to eat the cold french fries' vibe, But I'm sure it's not just marketing that keeps them crowded.The Lincoln Center area (1/2 mile in each direction) has at least a dozen really good dining experiences, for a (NYC) reasonable price. Y...

The Bandstand said: "Did I not recommend Tatiana first?? And I’m not saying Pj Clarkes or The Smith are amazing, but they’re still good, I’ve never had that experience you describe, and I was recommending places in the “immediate Lincoln center vicinity,” which was what he asked for."You are welcome to your opinion, of course. I have a different opinion. I certainly dont wish to argue about whether someone should go to one resto or another. I dont own any of them (and since I prefer to go to ...

No great disrespect to The Smith or PJ Clarkes -- but they are, in my opinion -- overpriced, underserviced, bland and boring -- and much too crowded (and loud). Sure -- if you want that 'I wait 45 minutes and then have 30 minutes to eat the cold french fries' vibe, But I'm sure it's not just marketing that keeps them crowded.The Lincoln Center area (1/2 mile in each direction) has at least a dozen really good dining experiences, for a (NYC) reasonable price. You dont have to settle for the pl...

Play Esq. said: "I’m also a member at the Met Opera, so going to Lincoln Center is nothing for me. It’s maybe myfavorite part of the City…except for the dearth of good restaurants, of course 🙄" Oh MY -- there are a bunch of fabulous restaurants a few steps from Lincoln Center. We live part of the year across the street from Juilliard, and find the food in the neighborhood one of my favorite reasons for being there. Fabulous Chinese, two great French Restos, a bunch of wonderful Italian Choice...

Why oh why cant we have ANY conversation without someone immediately insulting someone else? Please -- ask yourself -- if you were in a group and someone said what the OP said -- would you say to his/her face what you wrote? I dont think so (or at least, I hope not, and want to give the benefit of the doubt.This is a very interesting topic to so many of us -- it's constantly being discussed as to how much it costs to 'put on a show' and whether a show is making or losing money. The more infor...

EDSOSLO858 said: "DTLI Consensus:Pity on, dudes — Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter provide the existential dread in Jamie Lloyd’s latest hit-and-miss revival.12 mixed (including the NYT), 7 positive.https://didtheylikeit.com/shows/waiting-for-godot/"Is it me, or does it seem like Did They Like It is really 'upgrading' reviews -- not just this time, but recently? I didnt read all of the reviews, (I canot access some of them), but those I read didnt seem nearly as 'thumbs up' as they claim. (And th...

Can we PLEASE discuss the grosses and not national politics? Or what you think of other posters' mental health?It's hard enough to read the news without (it seems) every thread quickly become some combination of personal attack and/or national politics scree (on both sides). How about we agree that threads that wish to make political points, or contain personal attacks be labeled -- sort of like -- "BROADWAY GROSSES -- personal attacks thread". or "BROADWAY GROSSES -- political opinions threa...

HiAfter more than a few years away, we are planning to visit London this November (2025 -- sorry)). Would be very interested in your recommendations for the West End -- just as I start -- we have seen all of the 'usual suspects' in either NYC or London -- and would be most interested in 'something new.' THANKS in advance for any thoughts.mike

A BIG thumbs up to the Blacklisted exhibit at the Historical Society. I usually have a short attention span in museums -- but I read every panel and watched every video. Such a fabulous expose of a terrible time in America. And, of course, it so very much resembles what we are living through now. So many reasons to be hopeful for the future. So many reasons to be fearful. Go see it. A YES, the Frick is spectacular -- although I have to admit that after decades of wondering 'what is upstaits' ...

When the star is listed above the title of the show, they are telling you they view the star is more important IMO than the show so damn right you should ask for refund in that case."Ive been coming from out of town for decades to see Broadway. And yes, I try to pick the shows and the performers I most want to see -- and this time of year, I also want to see the performers who are/will be nominated. For a couple of years I was had the experience of the 'lead' being out of the show -- Kimberly...

jakethesnake said: Second, reviews are embargoed until Monday, I believe. So you won’t see anything tonight."This is getting CRAZY. Ive heard the producers think it's a good idea so that they can have a 'quiet' evening, but it is a definite buzz killer for folks like me. I'm old and old fashioned, but I actually have looked forward to 10 PM on opening night to see what the critics think. WHY even have an opening night -- previews started weeks ago (at the same price as after opening night). J...