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City Center's 24-25 Season: Ragtime, Urinetown, LaChiusa's Wild Party, Love Life

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Jordan Catalano
#75City Centers 24-25: Ragtime, Urinetown, LaChiusa's Wild Party, Love Life
Posted: 5/18/24 at 5:59pm

Updated On: 5/18/24 at 05:59 PM

Ke3
#76City Centers 24-25: Ragtime, Urinetown, LaChiusa's Wild Party, Love Life
Posted: 5/18/24 at 9:34pm

sortofpedantic said: "SonofRobbieJ said:


Do we think blackface is essential for Burrs in this? I think George C. Wolfe could get away with that in 2000, but not sure how that plays now. Will it need to be a black actor? Or can they just reconceive the type of 'clown' Burrs is?"

I would personally never vouch for the use of blackface in any production, but however they wind up staging it, I sincerely hope that we're able to finally see a version of this show that's as deep as LaChiusa and Wolfe intended. If I'm not mistaken, Burrs' role as a blackface performer was originally written to be the diametric opposite of Queenie, who was originally conceived as a Black performer passing as white using makeup. I've always been fascinated that they chose to pivot to Toni Colette after they lost Vanessa Williams in the original cast, as there is SO MUCH text in this show that hits completely different when interpreted as referring to Queenie's Blackness.
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This is honestly what interests me more than if they'll keep the blackface. Will we get a Black Queenie? It's baked into the material but the creatives obviously didn't see it as completely necessary because they pivoted. I want to see it.

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binau
#77City Centers 24-25: Ragtime, Urinetown, LaChiusa's Wild Party, Love Life
Posted: 5/18/24 at 10:00pm

I would bet that there will be no black face or there will be a way they use it and apologise for its use. This is one of the most taboo practices and it’s 2024 - no one wants to be involved in this kind of controversy. I trust in George C Wolfe - a black artist - that it was important at the time. But there are certain things that just would not fly today and this is one of them. 


"You can't overrate Bernadette Peters. She is such a genius. There's a moment in "Too Many Mornings" and Bernadette doing 'I wore green the last time' - It's a voice that is just already given up - it is so sorrowful. Tragic. You can see from that moment the show is going to be headed into such dark territory and it hinges on this tiny throwaway moment of the voice." - Ben Brantley (2022) "Bernadette's whole, stunning performance [as Rose in Gypsy] galvanized the actors capable of letting loose with her. Bernadette's Rose did take its rightful place, but too late, and unseen by too many who should have seen it" Arthur Laurents (2009) "Sondheim's own favorite star performances? [Bernadette] Peters in ''Sunday in the Park,'' Lansbury in ''Sweeney Todd'' and ''obviously, Ethel was thrilling in 'Gypsy.'' Nytimes, 2000

Voter
#78City Centers 24-25: Ragtime, Urinetown, LaChiusa's Wild Party, Love Life
Posted: 5/18/24 at 10:19pm

When tickets go on sale to the general public on May 23, can I use the ACC2324 access code for the $28 tickets or would it be too soon?

Also, I know it was just announced but are we expecting a runtime close to 3 hours? Planning to do a 2 show day with Ragtime and Romeo+Juliet. 

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Kad
#79City Centers 24-25: Ragtime, Urinetown, LaChiusa's Wild Party, Love Life
Posted: 5/19/24 at 7:21am

Unless we hear otherwise, I would expect the full version and definitely estimate around 3 hours for Ragtime. 


"...everyone finally shut up, and the audience could enjoy the beginning of the Anatevka Pogram in peace."

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UWS10023
#80City Centers 24-25: Ragtime, Urinetown, LaChiusa's Wild Party, Love Life
Posted: 5/19/24 at 11:29am

Three hours! The poor staff!

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DramaTeach
#81City Centers 24-25: Ragtime, Urinetown, LaChiusa's Wild Party, Love Life
Posted: 5/19/24 at 12:08pm

I’m predicting Denée Benton for Ragtime. Not sure when or if Gilded Age starts filming again, but if she’s not busy, she’s my prediction.

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Jordan Catalano
#82City Centers 24-25: Ragtime, Urinetown, LaChiusa's Wild Party, Love Life
Posted: 5/19/24 at 1:13pm

From someone I trust, it’s not Denée. Without saying who, I think it’ll bring a lot of Joy to people. 

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FANtomFollies
#83City Centers 24-25: Ragtime, Urinetown, LaChiusa's Wild Party, Love Life
Posted: 5/19/24 at 1:37pm

Jordan Catalano said: "From someone I trust, it’s not Denée. Without saying who, I think it’ll bring a lot of Joy to people."

OMG!!!

I'm also hoping they get a really strong actor for 'Mothers Younger Brother'. Bobby Steggert was riveting in the last revival - especially in his last big scene with Father.

BCfitasafiddle
#84City Centers 24-25: Ragtime, Urinetown, LaChiusa's Wild Party, Love Life
Posted: 5/19/24 at 1:47pm

I'm hearing Joy Woods for Sarah. Sean Allan Krill's name has also come up for Father.

Stagestrucklad2
#85City Centers 24-25: Ragtime, Urinetown, LaChiusa's Wild Party, Love Life
Posted: 5/21/24 at 6:19pm

I will be incredibly frustrated/angry if this is the condensed Ragtime that was presented at Tanglewood last summer with an expanded orchestra but had some songs omitted and minimal dialogue…apparently done with the approval of the original creative team. 

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FANtomFollies
#86City Centers 24-25: Ragtime, Urinetown, LaChiusa's Wild Party, Love Life
Posted: 5/21/24 at 6:28pm

Stagestrucklad2 said: "I will be incredibly frustrated/angry if this is the condensed Ragtime that was presented at Tanglewood last summer with an expanded orchestra but had some songs omitted and minimal dialogue…apparently done with the approval of the original creative team."

No way City Center would do that. They are known for honoring productions and including all songs/dialogue.

Falsettolands
#87City Centers 24-25: Ragtime, Urinetown, LaChiusa's Wild Party, Love Life
Posted: 5/21/24 at 7:00pm

how I wish Frank Galati could be around to see this.

JSquared2
#88City Centers 24-25: Ragtime, Urinetown, LaChiusa's Wild Party, Love Life
Posted: 5/21/24 at 7:51pm

FANtomFollies said: "Stagestrucklad2 said: "I will be incredibly frustrated/angry if this is the condensed Ragtime that was presented at Tanglewood last summer with an expanded orchestra but had some songs omitted and minimal dialogue…apparently done with the approval of the original creative team."

No way City Center would do that. They are known for honoring productions and including all songs/dialogue.


 

THE LIFE would like a word with you…

amiyagi
#89City Centers 24-25: Ragtime, Urinetown, LaChiusa's Wild Party, Love Life
Posted: 5/21/24 at 9:38pm

BCfitasafiddle said: "I'm hearing Joy Woods for Sarah. Sean Allan Krill's name has also come up for Father."

Do we expect the Notebook to close or for Joy to just have a few week hiatus?

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ErmengardeStopSniveling
#90City Centers 24-25: Ragtime, Urinetown, LaChiusa's Wild Party, Love Life
Posted: 5/21/24 at 11:17pm

Stagestrucklad2 said: "I will be incredibly frustrated/angry if this is the condensed Ragtime that was presented at Tanglewood last summer with an expanded orchestra but had some songs omitted and minimal dialogue…apparently done with the approval of the original creative team."

Sometimes symphonic concert versions of musicals have to be condensed due to musicians' union rules about playing time (see: all the Hollywood Bowl musicals with the LA Phil), or for other logistical or stylistic reasons. Symphonic concerts at venues like Tanglewood are also put up with barely any rehearsal (even less than Encores) and minimal/no staging or costumes.

I have no doubt this script and score will be extremely similar to the original and 2009 revival versions.

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BJR
#91City Centers 24-25: Ragtime, Urinetown, LaChiusa's Wild Party, Love Life
Posted: 5/22/24 at 11:07am

ErmengardeStopSniveling said: "Stagestrucklad2 said: "I have no doubt this script and score will be extremely similar to the original and 2009 revival versions."

Especially since the recent track record is of one show each season transferring...

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ErmengardeStopSniveling
#92City Centers 24-25: Ragtime, Urinetown, LaChiusa's Wild Party, Love Life
Posted: 5/22/24 at 3:14pm

BJR said: "ErmengardeStopSniveling said: "Stagestrucklad2 said: "I have no doubt this script and score will be extremely similar to the original and 2009 revival versions."

Especially since the recent track record is of one show each season transferring...
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None of that is within City Center's control. They benefit from transfers and commercial partnerships but they're not the ones leading the transfers and putting up the money. I would view it as a coincidence more than anything.

I would manage expectations for any shows moving without a bona fide box office star in the cast (and Ragtime does not have a star). I also don't know if Ragtime or any other shows in the 2024-25 season have commercial enhancement behind them already. Parade, Pal Joey, and Mattress did.

bwayobsessed
#93City Centers 24-25: Ragtime, Urinetown, LaChiusa's Wild Party, Love Life
Posted: 5/22/24 at 10:22pm

Anyone know what time tix go on sale?

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Jordan Catalano
#94City Centers 24-25: Ragtime, Urinetown, LaChiusa's Wild Party, Love Life
Posted: 5/22/24 at 10:50pm

Typically noon for City Center

starlightlocamotion
#95City Centers 24-25: Ragtime, Urinetown, LaChiusa's Wild Party, Love Life
Posted: 5/22/24 at 11:13pm

Rooting for URINETOWN to transfer. 

seussical93
#96City Centers 24-25: Ragtime, Urinetown, LaChiusa's Wild Party, Love Life
Posted: 5/23/24 at 10:17am

Anyone know if there is an Access City Center Club code for Ragtime? I’m a member and haven’t gotten an email about it yet. Do they usually have Access tickets available for the opener of the season? Thanks all!

Voter
#97City Centers 24-25: Ragtime, Urinetown, LaChiusa's Wild Party, Love Life
Posted: 5/23/24 at 10:27am

seussical93 said: "Anyone know if there is an Access City Center Club code for Ragtime? I’m a member and haven’t gotten an email about it yet. Do they usually have Access tickets available for the opener of the season? Thanks all!"


Following up with this too

Ptero2
#98City Centers 24-25: Ragtime, Urinetown, LaChiusa's Wild Party, Love Life
Posted: 5/23/24 at 11:10am

seussical93 said: "Anyone know if there is an Access City Center Club code for Ragtime? I’m a member and haven’t gotten an email about it yet. Do they usually have Access tickets available for the opener of the season? Thanks all!"

Don't know if it'll work immediately but the ACC2425 code appears to be active.

seussical93
#99City Centers 24-25: Ragtime, Urinetown, LaChiusa's Wild Party, Love Life
Posted: 5/23/24 at 11:12am

Ptero2 said: "seussical93 said: "Anyone know if there is an Access City Center Club code for Ragtime? I’m a member and haven’t gotten an email about it yet. Do they usually have Access tickets available for the opener of the season? Thanks all!"

Don't know if it'll work immediately but theACC2425 code appears to be active.
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sweet - thanks !


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