The "What Should I See?" Megathread
The "What Should I See?" Megathread
PiraguaGuy2
Broadway Legend Joined: 10/10/08
#1The "What Should I See?" Megathread
Posted: 4/22/09 at 10:04pmBecause there are four of these threads a day.
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#2re: The 'What Should I See?' Megathread
Posted: 4/22/09 at 10:33pmMy default answer to everyone currently: The Norman Conquests
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theminutepast
Broadway Star Joined: 2/1/06
#4re: The 'What Should I See?' Megathread
Posted: 4/23/09 at 11:20amAlright, I'll ask. We are going to be in New York this summer for a few days. We're going to see In The Heights, but we are conflicted about what else to see. Which should we see: Billy Elliot, West Side Story, or South Pacific?
#5re: The 'What Should I See?' Megathread
Posted: 4/23/09 at 1:04pm
I haven't seen West Side Story or South Pacific (both on my to-see list next time), but I really enjoyed Billy Elliot and frankly thought it was one of the first shows I'd seen in ages that was worth full price. But the word of South Pacific doesn't sound like you'd be disappointed there, either.
It can depend on what type of show you want. BE has fantastic choreography that is first and foremost, the star of the show. The story also pulls at your heartstrings. South Pacific and West Side Story have classic stories and scores with haunting melodies. WSS also has great choreography, though I've heard it has been changed slightly (as I haven't seen it yet, I can't offer an opinion, but you'll find plenty of others on this board).
#6re: The 'What Should I See?' Megathread
Posted: 4/23/09 at 2:20pm
My current top 3 recommendations are:
Billy Elliot
Hair
Next to Normal
and for a previous season show: In the Heights
WishingOnlyWounds2
Broadway Legend Joined: 9/25/08
#8re: The 'What Should I See?' Megathread
Posted: 4/23/09 at 2:44pmBilly Elliot
2008: Feb. 18- Rent, Feb. 19- Curtains, April 18- Xanadu, April 22- Wicked, April 26- Legally Blonde, May 31- Wicked, June 13- The Little Mermaid, June 28- Wicked and Young Frankenstein, July 2- The Little Mermaid, July 6- A Chorus Line and Legally Blonde, August 16- Xanadu, September 13- Legally Blonde and 13, September 28- Xanadu and Spring Awakening, Oct. 12-GYPSY and [title of show], Oct. 19- Hairspray & Legally Blonde, Nov. 9- Wicked and 13, Dec. 14-13, Dec. 26- Billy Elliot, 2009: Jan 1- Shrek, Jan 2- 13 and Wicked, Jan 4- 13, Feb 17- In The Heights, Feb 19- Billy Elliot, Feb 22- Sweeney Todd (tour), March 28- Mary Poppins, April 4- Mamma Mia!, April 15- Jersey Boys (on tour), April 25- next to normal & 9 to 5
May 1- Billy Elliot, May 3- Spelling Bee (tour), May 8- Chicago, May 21- Wicked, June 6- Everyday Rapture, June 23- The Wiz, June 25- Hair July 15- Shrek, August 9- Wicked, September 7- Rock of Ages, October 11- Next To Normal, October 23- The Marvelous Wonderettes, November 7- Ragtime November 29- Dreamgirls, December 25- Billy Elliot, December 30- Finian's Rainbow, 2010: January 9- Bye Bye Birdie, January 16- Memphis February 17- The Phantom of The Opera, February 18- God of Carnage, March 7- Billy Elliot, March 31- American Idiot
#9re: The 'What Should I See?' Megathread
Posted: 4/24/09 at 3:00amQuick question.. Does anyone know why 9 to 5 is having a 2:00 show on Wednesday ( i think the dates the 11th) I know its three days after the Tony's. Do you guys think that Steph, and Megan will be there??
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#10re: The 'What Should I See?' Megathread
Posted: 4/24/09 at 9:25amNext to Normal and 9 to 5.
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theminutepast
Broadway Star Joined: 2/1/06
#11re: The 'What Should I See?' Megathread
Posted: 4/24/09 at 10:37amJenna, you basically summarized my thoughts on what to see of those three. That's why I can't make up my mind.
#12re: The 'What Should I See?' Megathread
Posted: 4/24/09 at 11:22am
"Quick question.. Does anyone know why 9 to 5 is having a 2:00 show on Wednesday ( i think the dates the 11th) I know its three days after the Tony's. Do you guys think that Steph, and Megan will be there??"
Why wouldn't they be there. If it's right after the Tonys they would be there, the a prime time for this show. And it's Tonys, not "Tony's"
And why do you find it weird that they are having a matinee on Wednesday? Almost all shows have a show that day, Wicked must not...
MrJNLong
Featured Actor Joined: 6/20/08
#13re: The 'What Should I See?' Megathread
Posted: 4/25/09 at 7:45pm
OK, so here's my dilemna...will be in New York for about 10 days over the Tonys...will be able to see 13 shows. Planning on seeing Billy Elliot, Next to Normal, West Side, Exit the King, Happiness, Blithe Spirit, 12th Night, Mary Stuart, one of the Norman Conquests, 9 to 5, and Rock of Ages (just cause its the only new show on Monday nights). So I have two more slots (or 3 if I do the Saturday NC marathon). I'm trying to choose between Hair, Shrek, Waiting for Godot, Desire Under the Elms, Our Town, or the other 2 Norman plays. What do you think?
If I'm already seeing one of the Norman plays, is it worth missing out on one of those other shows to see the other two?
Thoughts?
#14re: The 'What Should I See?' Megathread
Posted: 4/25/09 at 9:22pm
I'm a little confused by your post. How do you have an extra slot if you do the marathon?
That said, see the full marathon of shows. Its a once in a lifetime experience.
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#15re: The 'What Should I See?' Megathread
Posted: 4/25/09 at 9:30pm
"If I'm already seeing one of the Norman plays, is it worth missing out on one of those other shows to see the other two?"
None of the Norman shows should be missed. Almost all of the critics singled out the fact that, while the do work well separate, this is certainly a trilogy that is not to be missed.
I went into one show skeptical, and by the time the show was over, I had tickets to the other two. So if you are tentative, I would say get at least a ticket for one of the shows, but keep the other slots open, because you will most likely want to go back for more. But I suggest getting tickets to the lot
WishingOnlyWounds2
Broadway Legend Joined: 9/25/08
#16re: The 'What Should I See?' Megathread
Posted: 4/29/09 at 3:17pmHow is Chicago right now? It's one of the only musicals I haven't seen and want to see.
2008: Feb. 18- Rent, Feb. 19- Curtains, April 18- Xanadu, April 22- Wicked, April 26- Legally Blonde, May 31- Wicked, June 13- The Little Mermaid, June 28- Wicked and Young Frankenstein, July 2- The Little Mermaid, July 6- A Chorus Line and Legally Blonde, August 16- Xanadu, September 13- Legally Blonde and 13, September 28- Xanadu and Spring Awakening, Oct. 12-GYPSY and [title of show], Oct. 19- Hairspray & Legally Blonde, Nov. 9- Wicked and 13, Dec. 14-13, Dec. 26- Billy Elliot, 2009: Jan 1- Shrek, Jan 2- 13 and Wicked, Jan 4- 13, Feb 17- In The Heights, Feb 19- Billy Elliot, Feb 22- Sweeney Todd (tour), March 28- Mary Poppins, April 4- Mamma Mia!, April 15- Jersey Boys (on tour), April 25- next to normal & 9 to 5
May 1- Billy Elliot, May 3- Spelling Bee (tour), May 8- Chicago, May 21- Wicked, June 6- Everyday Rapture, June 23- The Wiz, June 25- Hair July 15- Shrek, August 9- Wicked, September 7- Rock of Ages, October 11- Next To Normal, October 23- The Marvelous Wonderettes, November 7- Ragtime November 29- Dreamgirls, December 25- Billy Elliot, December 30- Finian's Rainbow, 2010: January 9- Bye Bye Birdie, January 16- Memphis February 17- The Phantom of The Opera, February 18- God of Carnage, March 7- Billy Elliot, March 31- American Idiot
#17look
Posted: 4/29/09 at 3:17pma muzzleflash.
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pray to st. jude
i'm a sonic reducer
he was the gimmicky sort
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WishingOnlyWounds2
Broadway Legend Joined: 9/25/08
#19look
Posted: 4/29/09 at 3:35pm
I think I might do Chicago.
What's better?
First row (BB) center orchestra or Row J center Orchestra?
2008: Feb. 18- Rent, Feb. 19- Curtains, April 18- Xanadu, April 22- Wicked, April 26- Legally Blonde, May 31- Wicked, June 13- The Little Mermaid, June 28- Wicked and Young Frankenstein, July 2- The Little Mermaid, July 6- A Chorus Line and Legally Blonde, August 16- Xanadu, September 13- Legally Blonde and 13, September 28- Xanadu and Spring Awakening, Oct. 12-GYPSY and [title of show], Oct. 19- Hairspray & Legally Blonde, Nov. 9- Wicked and 13, Dec. 14-13, Dec. 26- Billy Elliot, 2009: Jan 1- Shrek, Jan 2- 13 and Wicked, Jan 4- 13, Feb 17- In The Heights, Feb 19- Billy Elliot, Feb 22- Sweeney Todd (tour), March 28- Mary Poppins, April 4- Mamma Mia!, April 15- Jersey Boys (on tour), April 25- next to normal & 9 to 5
May 1- Billy Elliot, May 3- Spelling Bee (tour), May 8- Chicago, May 21- Wicked, June 6- Everyday Rapture, June 23- The Wiz, June 25- Hair July 15- Shrek, August 9- Wicked, September 7- Rock of Ages, October 11- Next To Normal, October 23- The Marvelous Wonderettes, November 7- Ragtime November 29- Dreamgirls, December 25- Billy Elliot, December 30- Finian's Rainbow, 2010: January 9- Bye Bye Birdie, January 16- Memphis February 17- The Phantom of The Opera, February 18- God of Carnage, March 7- Billy Elliot, March 31- American Idiot
#21look
Posted: 4/29/09 at 3:53pm
I did enjoy Chicago when I saw it, so I say go for it. I'm just not sure what the current cast is like.
Does anyone know if it is easy or hard to get rush tickets for "reasons to be pretty?" I know it isn't selling well at all right now, but that still doesn't mean that rush seats are easy to get. I just hope the show stays open long enough to see it.
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idunno
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#23re: The 'What Should I See?' Megathread
Posted: 5/1/09 at 6:30pmWas wondering if 39 Steps is thought to still be good. Its one of the shows I missed last year. Do you all recommend it or think its better to stick with the new shows this year.
#24re: The 'What Should I See?' Megathread
Posted: 5/1/09 at 6:44pm
I actually do have a question, too. I have NEVER seen an Off-Broadway show, and I would love too save a little money by going to an Off-Broadway musical (I like plays, but I'd rather see a musical). Any suggestions and general tips? I've heard great things about "Rooms" so I was looking into that.
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