Profile for Poconopanther

I’m guessing no one will agree with me, but I don’t believe individuals should ever attempt to police others. Instead, get up…go find the house manager, and return to your seat. When did it become okay to scream at groups of people? It could have let to a disaster. I could imagine people not knowing what was happening rushing the exits and possibly hurting themselves or others. I believe the screaming man should have been removed, and the patrons in that section asked to enjoy the show quietl...

Saw it on Saturday and, frankly loved it. Is it high art? No. But it is a great, fun, evening at the theater. Congratulations to all involved.

Was happy to see SMASH yesterday! Still in previews, it was a great, fun, light, musical. The full cast was in attendance and they are clearly exceptional! The voices, the dancing, the thin, but wonderful story, the perfect sets, lighting costumes…it was a great afternoon of enjoying wonderful performances. Is it a social commentary that will change lives…no. But it is a very fun, very big musical that anyone can enjoy!

Went to Oh Mary last night, thought it was cute, above average 6/10, Titus was received like a superstar, and performed like one too.

An adorable movie! This would be an amazing off Broadway show.

Both are great! You actually can’t make a mistake either way.

Fantastic! I use an iPad to read the Message Board. Looks fantastic!

Was very fortunate to see Downstate’s final performance last night. WOW! The story and cast were incredible!While I’d love to see it transfer to Broadway (for the possible honors it could receive) there was something about being in the small theater. I felt like the proverbial “fly on the wall.” Doubt that could be replicated in a larger house.

This was my third visit to the Flea Market. I only did one loop, but managed to buy a Simba toy for my grand niece, picked up some plastic tumblers, got a colorful hat and won 2 tickets to The Lion King. Most fun was meeting Lucy St. Louis, AKA Christine Daae in Phantom’s West End production. Not knowing who she was, other than a striking woman getting her picture taken in front of Phantom on Broadway…during the craziness of the Flea Market, I struck up a conversation, and she couldn’t have b...

Saw Josh last summer at Tavern on the Green. Those audiences are in for a treat! He is amazing!

WOW! Saw the show last night from the balcony and was blown away. Friends were in town from California and everything else was sold out or dark. Purchased cheap balcony tix as I saw the show a few years ago and was underwhelmed…now I wish I was in center orchestra. This cast (with great swings and understudies) was full of talent, emotion and energy.

Saw it last Saturday. It’s a WOW! That said, it is a little show. 2 characters who sit in a cubicle for 95% of the show…with subtle light changes. It’s in a great space now. Never say never, but that doesn’t have blockbuster written all over.

Hamilton has the good fortune of being in a 1300 seat theater on Broadway. That is much smaller than most touring houses. Also, although the set would be identical to Broadway, somewhere I herd that they have outfitted the Richard Rogers Theater with almost 200 speakers…the Touring companies may not have that luxury.

Saw the 5:30PM show last night. They checked for proof of vaccination prior to allowing audiences members into the theater. Although not sold-out, there were very few empty seats. They started on time and most of the sound challenges mentioned above were fixed as the actors all wore microphones. This show is nothing short of adorable! Each of the actors deserved kudos as the performance was very enjoyable! It was a great re-introduction to crowds and theater.

Has Hollywood released much this year? Most of what they are releasing seems to be direct to video as the theaters are closed. While clearly a video of a Broadway show... attempting to argue against it qualifying for movie awards would be attempting to discover some distinctions (live audience), without a real difference.

My first Broadway show was “Lorelei” staring Carol Channing at the Palace! 1974, I was 13!

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The folks that work on Broadway (the actors and everyone behind the scene) are unlikely to put their health and that of their family at risk. Broadway (what shows are left) is unlikely to open before its “safe.”

I saw the current touring production of Miss Saigon in LA this past summer and on Broadway two years ago. Both were remarkable! The current tour is Simple amazing. Beautiful sets... wonderful cast... great spectacle!