Naked Boys Singing

[Bettyboy72]

Naked Boys Singing#0

Posted: 7/5/06 at 1:52pm

I just wanted to ask opinions on seeing this show. Is the singing and songs worth it, or is the real reason this has played so long due to the shock value of nudity. I've been to NYC many times and none of my friends who live there have seen it. It made me wonder if it is any good. Let me know your thoughts. If the actors are really talented I'd love to go.

"The sexual energy between the mother and son really concerns me!"-random woman behind me at Next to Normal "I want to meet him after and bang him!"-random woman who exposed her breasts at Rock of Ages, referring to James Carpinello

[RobbO]

re: Naked Boys Singing#1

Posted: 7/5/06 at 1:54pm

shock factor.

XING
PED

[NYadgal]

re: Naked Boys Singing#2

Posted: 7/5/06 at 1:55pm

"shock" value.

There are better shows to see.

"Two drifters off to see the world. There's such a lot of world to see. . ."

[HeartandMusic]

re: Naked Boys Singing#3

Posted: 7/5/06 at 1:56pm

I have no idea what this show is about but the title sounds like fun.

[thirdrowcenter]

re: Naked Boys Singing#4

Posted: 7/5/06 at 1:59pm

Shock value but kind of funny too

[starletta8]

re: Naked Boys Singing#5

Posted: 7/5/06 at 2:01pm

It's totally about the shock value.

It is entertaining, though- particularly to see all of the reactions in the audience. Though front row people are kinda scary, at least the time that I went.

[Jane2]

re: Naked Boys Singing#6

Posted: 7/5/06 at 3:22pm

The cast is marginally talented-the songs aren't great and what little choreography there is - well, never mind. And the shock value wears off in a few minutes. the show's only an hour long, though.

the audiences consist mainly of large groups of bachelorettes having a party and they're drunk. Then there are some gay guys and finally, an occasional straight couple. Oh, and for some reason, lots of Asian young girls.

I'm at a loss as to why the show has been running so long. they never even sell out.

I wouldn't bother if I were you. Oh-and full price tickets are either $59 or $69.

<-----I'M TOTES ROLLING MY EYES

[PalJoey]

re: Naked Boys Singing#7

Posted: 7/5/06 at 3:28pm

Well, they ARE naked, so what do YOU think?

Nevertheless, a long list of talented actors has appeared in the show. At any given time, you might see one who will be become very big later on.

[xM3L24x]

re: Naked Boys Singing#8

Posted: 7/5/06 at 3:29pm

My mom has seen this twice. *shakes head*.

[Bettyboy72]

re: Naked Boys Singing#9

Posted: 7/5/06 at 3:35pm

Who has been famous from this and moved on to bigger and better things? Does anyone know names?

"The sexual energy between the mother and son really concerns me!"-random woman behind me at Next to Normal "I want to meet him after and bang him!"-random woman who exposed her breasts at Rock of Ages, referring to James Carpinello

[Jane2]

re: Naked Boys Singing#10

Posted: 7/5/06 at 3:46pm

I'm also curious to know who these actors are.

<-----I'M TOTES ROLLING MY EYES

[MrMidwest]

re: Naked Boys Singing#11

Posted: 7/5/06 at 4:14pm

"At any given time, you might see one who will be become very big later on."

Was that sentence intended to be as funny as it is?

"The gods who nurse this universe think little of mortals' cares. They sit in crowds on exclusive clouds and laugh at our love affairs. I might have had a real romance if they'd given me a chance. I loved him, but he didn't love me. I wanted him, but he didn't want me. Then the gods had a spree and indulged in another whim. Now he loves me, but I don't love him." - Cole Porter

[Bettyboy72]

re: Naked Boys Singing#12

Posted: 7/5/06 at 4:15pm

I just got that as well. HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA I'm sure the audience members often get bigger as well. So everyone makes out.

"The sexual energy between the mother and son really concerns me!"-random woman behind me at Next to Normal "I want to meet him after and bang him!"-random woman who exposed her breasts at Rock of Ages, referring to James Carpinello

[Dollypop]

re: Naked Boys Singing#13

Posted: 7/5/06 at 4:17pm

Here's the link to an interview I did with several cast member. You might like to read it.
Naked Boys Chatting

"Long live God!" (GODSPELL)

[ZONEACE]

re: Naked Boys Singing#14

Posted: 7/5/06 at 4:19pm

"Was that sentence intended to be as funny as it is?"

You beat me to it. But since it was PJ, i bet it was rather intentionally funny.

when ducks grow thumbs then maybe my opinion will change.

[cturtle]

re: Naked Boys Singing#15

Posted: 7/5/06 at 5:20pm

i must say i'm a fan of this show, although it's been several years since i've seen it. one of the great OB musicals? no. BUT the songs are tuneful, with hilarious and sometimes poignant lyrics. if you catch a cast with several buff boys, that's just icing on the cake. i recommend it.

RIP glebby <3

[PalJoey]

re: Naked Boys Singing#16

Posted: 7/5/06 at 6:01pm

Thank you, Zoneace. I didn't think I was being SUBTLE.

[SweetQintheLights]

re: Naked Boys Singing#17

Posted: 7/5/06 at 6:09pm

I have a ticket for August!

"How bout a little black dress?"~hannahshule "I have a penis, not a vagina." ~munkustrap178

[StageManager2]

re: Naked Boys Singing#18

Posted: 7/5/06 at 6:20pm

Thanks for the interview link, Dollyop! Why was the show banned in Provincetown?

Salve, Regina, Mater misericordiae
Vita, dulcedo, et spes nostra
Salve, Salve Regina
Ad te clamamus exsules filii Eva
Ad te suspiramus, gementes et flentes
O clemens O pia

[ZONEACE]

re: Naked Boys Singing#19

Posted: 7/5/06 at 6:41pm

because it was naked boys, singing.

when ducks grow thumbs then maybe my opinion will change.

[best12bars]

re: Naked Boys Singing#20

Posted: 7/5/06 at 6:49pm

I actually went out on a few dates with a guy in this show in Los Angeles. He was a great guy, but it was days before I met my (future) partner. And the rest, as they say, is history.

After that, I couldn't bring myself to go see the show.

"Jaws is the Citizen Kane of movies."

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[Glebb]

re: Naked Boys Singing#21

Posted: 7/5/06 at 6:50pm

I did not save the program from this show but I do remember the "Perky Little Porn Star from Skokie, IL" being very adorable.

" ...the happiness in the tune convinces me that I'm not afraid."

[Dollypop]

re: Naked Boys Singing#22

Posted: 7/5/06 at 9:34pm

As I recall, the show was banned in P-Town because of regulations about nude shows playing in venues where alcohol is served.

"Long live God!" (GODSPELL)

[Dollypop]

re: Naked Boys Singing#23

Posted: 7/5/06 at 10:15pm

"Perky Little Porn Star" is adorable when George Livengood performs is. So is "The Bliss of a Bris". I don't know if George is still in the NY production.

"Long live God!" (GODSPELL)

[cturtle]

re: Naked Boys Singing#24

Posted: 7/5/06 at 11:08pm

let's not leave out ...

THE NAKED MAID

NOTHIN' BUT THE RADIO ON

and of course ...

JACK's SONG (more popularly known as I BEAT MY MEAT)

RIP glebby <3