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Save Priscilla!!!
Bwaydide92
Leading Actor Joined: 5/16/12
#25Save Priscilla!!!
Posted: 5/22/12 at 2:07am
Now it's an education petition.
"How never to make a Broadway musical!"
jimmycurry01
Broadway Legend Joined: 5/28/05
dramamama611
Broadway Legend Joined: 12/4/07
#27Save Priscilla!!!
Posted: 5/22/12 at 3:50am
Mercades -- there is nothing to be supportive of. The only thing that keeps shows open is MONEY. If the petition actuall got its goal of 1 million people to sign, it would do nothing. If the petition got that (fictitous) 1 million to buy tickets, it might have stayed open....if they bought those tickets a month ago.
People have PROVEN with their dollars, that this show does NOT hold the interest of the public. They don't want it.
This is as useless as petitioning to be hired for a job. Petitions are opinions, nothing more.
BTW...they have 40 signatures. Not enought to fill two rows at the final performance.
If we're not having fun, then why are we doing it?
These are DISCUSSION boards, not mutual admiration boards. Discussion only occurs when we are willing to hear what others are thinking, regardless of whether it is alignment to our own thoughts.
Broadway Legend Joined: 12/31/69
#28Save Priscilla!!!
Posted: 5/22/12 at 9:39am
Well I saw it twice and both times (granted on a weekend) the place was packed and eery single person was on their feet. I had a good time. So to each his own.
My original comment was because the show of course will not move to a smaller theater , but my problem with people on this board (Jordan especially) is the belittling and demeaning nature of posts. I read , a lot, post rarely. I just think it people want to do something, let them. Why do you have to lambast them publically and anonymously? It's just called being a bully.
As I said I don't post much, but when I sit and read sometimes I just can't help but shake my head.
I can't wait for JC's less than whitty retort.
#29Save Priscilla!!!
Posted: 5/22/12 at 10:06amI support Priscilla being transferred to Vegas. That's one place this schlock should have been in the first place and not stinking up Broadway.
#30Save Priscilla!!!
Posted: 5/22/12 at 10:13am
Oh Mercades. Poor misguided little Mercades. Just because you call someone a "bully" doesn't make it so. That's the new word-du-jour online whenever someone writes something someone else doesn't like. If I were you, I'd put on some big girl panties and step out into the real world where ridiculous things like an online petition to "save" a multi million dollar musical is seen as laughable and something that only those who have absolutely no knowledge of how things work, would start or support.
Updated On: 5/22/12 at 10:13 AM
showchoirguy
Broadway Star Joined: 7/14/10
#31Save Priscilla!!!
Posted: 5/22/12 at 10:14am
^Agreed
Plus its too late now, Annie rues the Palace now.
#32Save Priscilla!!!
Posted: 5/22/12 at 10:27am
"Well I saw it twice and both times (granted on a weekend) the place was packed and eery single person was on their feet. I had a good time. So to each his own."
That's a lovely anecdote. But that's all it is.
The numbers have a different story to tell, and in a business that's all that matters. Because it seems that all those people on their feet (hardly unique) didn't think to rave about it to friends.
"...everyone finally shut up, and the audience could enjoy the beginning of the Anatevka Pogram in peace."
#33Save Priscilla!!!
Posted: 5/22/12 at 10:35am
This entire thread was summed up perfectly by dramamamma on the 1st page:
An online petition -- lololol. This isn't political, it's financial. I'm sure if you wanted to cough up a few million dollars THAT might keep it afloat.
Signatures don't pay salaries or landlords.
....but the world goes 'round
#34Save Priscilla!!!
Posted: 5/22/12 at 10:35am
I'm actually surprised it gave a rather long closing notice.
On a side note, the only time I was on my feet at Priscilla was to leave the theatre.
#36Save Priscilla!!!
Posted: 5/22/12 at 10:41amOf course, as many have said, this petition won't have the slightest effect on the future of Priscilla. But it's a thoroughly harmless thing, and not a bad way to express your appreciation for a show you enjoyed.
#37Save Priscilla!!!
Posted: 5/22/12 at 10:41am
whitty
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#38Save Priscilla!!!
Posted: 5/22/12 at 10:46am
Oh Jordan, honey, as much as I wanted to, I actually lasted through the whole thing. That's surprising in and of itself as I've been known to leave shows during intermission. With this one I'm not sure exactly what I was holding out for!
Updated On: 5/22/12 at 10:46 AM
Broadway Legend Joined: 12/31/69
#39Save Priscilla!!!
Posted: 5/22/12 at 11:41amJordan, just out of curiosity, I've always wondered what you did for a living. Care to share?
#40Save Priscilla!!!
Posted: 5/22/12 at 11:46am
He has shared that and much more before.
Do a search.
....but the world goes 'round
Dollypop
Broadway Legend Joined: 5/15/03
#41Save Priscilla!!!
Posted: 5/22/12 at 11:57am
Who is going to take a petition seriously when some of the people who signed it are: Richard Jewell, Verna Equinox and Saddle Sore?
Wasn't Richard Jewell a suspect in the bombing of Olympic Stadium?
Puh-leeze!
"Long live God!" (GODSPELL)
Broadway Legend Joined: 12/31/69
#42Save Priscilla!!!
Posted: 5/22/12 at 12:00pm
Oh. So sorry I didn't SEARCH his broadwayworld profiles. How dare I?
Nevermind.
Over and out.
#43Save Priscilla!!!
Posted: 5/22/12 at 12:02pmKalimba, out of curiosity, what shows do you like?
''With the number of people I ignore, I'm lucky I work at all in this town'' - Helena Bonham Carter
#44Save Priscilla!!!
Posted: 5/22/12 at 12:32pm
jaimekennywicked, contrary to popular belief, there are some shows I rather liked. Top on my list is Anything Goes, Once, Peter and the Starcatcher, Scottsboro Boys, Ragtime....
I have never been a fan of the jukebox musical.
showchoirguy
Broadway Star Joined: 7/14/10
#46Save Priscilla!!!
Posted: 5/22/12 at 2:28pmPriscilla brought a whole new standard of mediocrity to Broadway.
Dollypop
Broadway Legend Joined: 5/15/03
AEA AGMA SM
Broadway Legend Joined: 8/13/09
#48Save Priscilla!!!
Posted: 5/22/12 at 7:52pm
""Well I saw it twice and both times (granted on a weekend) the place was packed and eery single person was on their feet. I had a good time. So to each his own."
That's a lovely anecdote. But that's all it is.
The numbers have a different story to tell, and in a business that's all that matters. Because it seems that all those people on their feet (hardly unique) didn't think to rave about it to friends."
And of course, just because it appears full it does not mean everybody there paid full price, or anything at all, for their ticket.
#49Save Priscilla!!!
Posted: 5/22/12 at 9:54pm
Now i LOVE Priscilla and feel that it is one of the funniest nights you could ever spend on Broadway BUT i never excepted it to last long for the simple reason that i was a show that had a select target audience. It was not a show that the whole family could see. Many tourists don't see the show for that reason. And of course there are the gay overtones in the show too that could be off putting to people as well.
I personally i am going to miss the show but am very thankful that we are getting a touring production, so i really can't complain too much. Another thing, if the tour is going to be equity as i believe the rumor is, we may snag some of the cast for the tour as i am sure some of them will now be looking for work. Plus all those costumes, sets and even the bus are free to be used for the tour too.
I think a tour is a great thing becuase it allows people who can't afford Broadway and travel to see a show they would not be able to otherwise.
Priscilla will survive!
Darreyl with an L!
