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The NARRATOR stuff is awful, but then I had such high hopes for this production and I am so disappointed. Lea Michelle - I have always liked her, saw FG twice etc...but she is sadly miscast. She is too young seeming for the part. Of course she can sing, but she just isn't believable up there. Aaron Tveit is another person I have loved for years, but I was so scared every time he approached a high note. Is he going to make it? And when he does make it, its not a full sound with lots of body, i...

To answer your "what did you expect her to sound like?" comment, I expected that the director and star would have sat down before she accepted the role, and had a conversation about whether or not she'd be able to belt these well known songs without her usual legit soprano voice. Perhaps they would arrange for her to work with a vocal coach. I've heard Audra belt before, but it's never for an entire song, and you can even hear it in some lines of her Rose's Turn. As many have mentioned, these...

So THAT'S why I kept falling asleep!! The couch looked so comfy!!!

do you think 2nd row orch (either left center aisle facing stage or middle of the row to the right) is too close? there are also seats 5th row. Thoughts? WINK. Thank you.

is the famous sauna scene stage left or right? which is best place to sit?!

Thank you. I guess I should have specified that I am asking specifically for the orchestra, where I am going to sit.

Question about seating for this show: In general, I like to sit close (usually between 3rd and 6th row depending on the house), and I like Corey Cott. Where is the best place to sit? Also is the second row too close in this theater? I saw some available seats there that cost a bit less. Thank you in advance for your help!

I'm surprised so many on this thread are believing this pathetic hype. Who needs another Lion King?With Mirvish's close ties to the UK, the entire theatre community here started guessing, hoping for something new and exciting. Would it be a current West End hit like when they brought the pre-Bway tryout of "& Juliet" to town? What would it be? Jamie Lloyd's much talked about production of Sunset Boulevard? The new hit revival of Guys and Dolls? Perhaps a Canadian production of Broadway's MJ, ...

I hope that this message helps everyone thinking about going: Went to the Saturday evening performance. Knew nothing about it except the description in the listings and it sounded like something I'd love: story of an up and coming band making music in the 70's, and what goes on behind the scenes as they are on the verge of superstardom. Well...I was a little concerned when I read the sign entering the theatre saying that the show had a 3 hour running time. Not since Les Miserables have I sat ...

Thank you ALL! I called Telecharge and was issued an immediate REFUND. No questions asked. I was surprised but very relieved.Appreciate the support. Now, does anyone know if he'll be performing on Sunday's mat?!

Thanks for the reply Jordan and Happy Thanksgiving. To answer your question no, it was just announced yesterday that Will wouldnt be doing Wed nights. It's really unfair that they aren't giving more notice since I bought these tix in good faith and never imagined that Will wouldnt be performing on a Wed night. I also spent more $ than I ever would on this show, since that's all that was available where we wanted to sit and we are coming in from out of town. Since I'm out of town and can't go ...

ADVICE PLEASE: I bought very expensive tickets over a month ago to the show this coming Wed night, never thinking that Will would be out. I've got a jam-packed week of shows already planned but I won't see the show without Will. Does anyone have a suggestion on how to exchange for another day or night, possibly needing to move another show's date to do so? Any advice would be appreciated. Please don't @me about how great understudies and standbys are - I know and I respect them. Seeing Will w...

I know, it's a strange choice.I have one slot left for an upcoming trip to NYC.As much as I like Michael Jackson's music, after seeing a few numbers on TV, I feel like I've sort of seen the show already, or at least I can imagine what it's going to be like. Friends tell me that Titanique is lots of fun, especially if you like Celine AND belting, both of which I like. And it would be nice to go downtown and see something a little less commercial. Just when I think I've decided, I feel like I'l...

I know, it's a strange choice.I have one slot left for an upcoming trip to NYC.As much as I like Michael Jackson's music, after seeing a few numbers on TV, I feel like I've sort of seen the show already, or at least I can imagine what it's going to be like. Friends tell me that Titanique is lots of fn, especially if you like Celine AND belting, both of which I like. And it would be nice to go downtown and see something a little less commercial. Just when I think I've decided, I feel like I'll...

I chose it because even though I know it won't be any great masterpiece, I want to see Will Swenson and also hear all the great songs. Don't worry, I'm seeing a lot of non-jukebox shows too!

Thank you - I checked out the code and you're right. There doesn't seem to be any discount at all, even with the code. Thanks for letting me know though.I knew I'd pay a lot for Funny Girl (which I did) but I just didn't expect it for Beautiful Noise, which I am only seeing for Will and the music.

I was trying to buy a pair of seats for late November for Beautiful Noise, but was surprised to find nearly the entire center orchestra to be priced Premium at $315 a ticket. Even more surprising is how well the show is selling.Other than the time of year, and that it's close to their opening, is there something I'm missing here? No other show has been as expensive.Would love to hear what you think, or any similar recent experiences. Thanks!

I saw the OBC of Dreamgirls the week after the Tony Awards, and there was a standing ovation BEFORE Jennifer even started the song, so I'm not sure what you're referring to.

Just watched (or tried to) the HBO Max special based on Laura Benanti's Sunshine Songs, in which she asked school kids who weren't able to perform their musicals due to Covid to post them online. So..why is it that this special barely contains any musical theatre songs? Instead, they have narrowed it down to seven kids who perform mostly from the world of Rock and Pop. What am I missing? By the way the special is a HUGE disappointment. What happened?

There are no showtunes at all. This focuses on his pop career. There are 2 covers, one Elton John and one Brandi Carlisle and that's it. If you don't like his album, you definitely will not like this. BUT, if you like Ben Platt, you might still want to watch to hear the stories behind these songs he wrote, which reveal quite a bit about his personal life. Plus he's such a great performer no matter what he's singing.I love the album and saw the show in person so I highly recommend, but if you'...