1776 Revival (Broadway P/reviews) - News & Discussion Thread — Page 7

Elfuhbuh said: "I’m sorry, this is such a stupid concept for the show. Musical theatre isn’t exactly lacking in strong roles for women, and this feels like being “woke” for the sake of being woke. The producers are probably hoping someone on Twitter complains so they can have articles posted about how “sexist regressives” refuse to see the pure genius behind these casting decisions."

You DO know predicting that people will call out your BS for being sexist and regressive doesn't make your BS any less sexist and regressive, right?

Lina Lamont said: "-I did find it interesting that some characters I’d consider to be extremely minor got moments in the sun, but I can’t say I understood why the Courier was so annoyed every time she was on stage, nor did I really follow how her number fit in. “Mama Look Sharp” had some nice harmonies, but didn’t do anything for me."

OMG I feel so validated by this and came on this forum to see if anyone had noticed and would mention it. I was also super confused about why the Courier looked so annoyed every time she was on stage. It was *super distracting* and disrupted the flow of the scenes because it just didn't make any sense. I also felt like "Mama Look Sharp" was meant to be this huge dramatic moment but at that point in the show, I had no idea who this anonymous soldier was and no emotional investment in that character, especially considering that the Courier would only every show up for like 10 seconds on stage once every blue moon.

Lina Lamont said: "- “He Plays the Violin” is among the most bizarre Act I climaxes (*ahem*) I’ve ever seen."

I also agree that ending Act 1 with "He Plays The Violin" was a big head scratcher. It doesn't really leave you in suspense and the light, comical presentation of the song doesn't seem to be a culmination of the narrative arc in Act 1. Very weird and I hope they change it for the Broadway run.

Overall, I thought the company was fantastic, there's so much talent on that stage. I ended up seeing it four times at A.R.T. and I liked it more and more each time. I'm really excited for its Broadway run! It's a shame that Joanna Glushak isn't playing John Dickinson in the Broadway run because she really shined in that role. Maybe NY audiences will get lucky and they'll let her understudy the role. However, Carolee Carmello is Carolee Carmello so I'm sure she'll do a great job and it's always interesting to see another actress' take on the character.

I'm currently struggling with whether/not this production's changes in concept from its original form are an example of hubris. Unfortunately, neither Peter Stone, nor Sherman Edwards are alive to offer their thoughts.

The original production was conceived and written with an intent that seems to differ pretty drastically from the current production (keeping in mind that I've only read about the current production). I also have to admit that even after what I've read, I still don't have a clear idea regarding what Paulus' intended messaging might be by making the changes.

I also feel that Art is put into the world to be interpreted; including being re-interpreted by other artists.

Still, I wonder if Paulus' possible messaging might have been better served through the production of an original work (i.e., along the lines of Hamilton, as alluded to in an earlier post) as opposed to discarding the original artists' intentions for the sake her own?

I'm pretty torn on this. Has Paulus changed the core of what this show is about so drastically that it's no longer the original work? Is this a good thing, or possibly an insult to the original artists?

jacobsnchz14 said: "Anyone planning to see the show soon?"

I'll be seeing the 10th preview. I'm not familiar with the earlier productions or even the material, so basically going blind.

EDSOSLO858 said: "Crystal Lucas-Perry will play her final performance on October 23, departing for another project that has not been announced yet.

Kristolyn Lloyd will replace her as John Adams beginning on the 25th."

Must be a major step up career wise.

Seeing this next weekend and have never been less excited to see a new show.

EDSOSLO858 said: "Crystal Lucas-Perry will play her final performance on October 23, departing for another project that has not been announced yet.

Kristolyn Lloyd will replace her as John Adams beginning on the 25th."



Call me old fashioned but whatever happened to "Sorry, I'm not available until mid-January. I'm committed to my current project until then."?

Maybe I could at least understand it if she's currently in a very small supporting role and this is an opportunity to headline a show, but she's already headlining the show she's in.

Updated On: 9/9/22 at 09:22 PM

Pretty surev thats the way it was billed in Boston.

UncleCharlie said: "EDSOSLO858 said: "Crystal Lucas-Perry will play her final performance on October 23, departing for another project that has not been announced yet.

Kristolyn Lloyd will replace her as John Adams beginning on the 25th."



Call me old fashioned but whatever happened to "Sorry, I'm not available until mid-January. I'm committed to my current project until then."?

Maybe I could at least understand it if she's currently in a very small supporting role and this is an opportunity to headline a show, but she's already headlining the show she's in."

When your current project pays half of any other Broadway contract and a tiny fraction of tv/film, your management gets you out of the current project.

trpguyy said: "UncleCharlie said: "EDSOSLO858 said: "Crystal Lucas-Perry will play her final performance on October 23, departing for another project that has not been announced yet.

Kristolyn Lloyd will replace her as John Adams beginning on the 25th."



Call me old fashioned but whatever happened to "Sorry, I'm not available until mid-January. I'm committed to my current project until then."?

Maybe I could at least understand it if she's currently in a very small supporting role and this is an opportunity to headline a show, but she's already headlining the show she's in."

When your current project pays half of any other Broadway contract and a tiny fraction of tv/film, your management gets you out of the current project."

It feels like it would be one thing if it was a situation where she committed to a year long contract and wanted out after 6 or 9 months but It's a limited run and it hasn't even started previews yet. She'll be in it for all of 2 1/2 weeks after it opens. It's not like she couldn't even conceive this was a possibility, but took the role anyway. I'll understand a little if this turns out to be a regular role on a TV show where she could make some real money. But if this is just another Broadway show, then if you're not comfortable with what Roundabout pays, maybe don't take the job. Sorry if that view is not woke enough.

If you ran a company and hired a key project leader for a 3 months project and despite committing to you and agreeing to the pay you offered, she continued to look for another job that paid better and quit after one month, would you be cool with it? Maybe she's just "doing what she's gotta do" but I don't think she should get a free pass.

Is this worth seeing? I have never seen 1776 onstage. Only the movie. And I remember being bored out of my mind. Does this production have any excitement in it that would make it more appealing to someone who's not a super-fan?

The casting is, of course, the reason to see it.. but it's not calling my name.

BCfitasafiddle said: "Is this worth seeing? I have never seen 1776 onstage. Only the movie. And I remember being bored out of my mind. Does this production have any excitement in it that would make it more appealing to someone who's not a super-fan?

The casting is, of course, the reason to see it.. but it's not calling my name."

I'm a huge fan of the show, the film but NOT this production. I don't see you are really missing that much - I don't think the powers that be have a lot of faith in it either - why else such a limited run? To be fair, I did see this in Boston during the first week of previews, so it's POSSIBLE that it improved.