#76
Posted: 5/1/09 at 9:32am
Still, I'd go tomorrow if I could.
'9 To 5' On Its Way To Making A Living — Page 4
#77
Posted: 5/1/09 at 9:36am
You would LOVE IT!!!!!!!!
I cant wait to see it next Saturday, I'm giving 'Exit The King' a miss to see '9 To 5' again ON BROADWAY!
I cant wait to see it next Saturday, I'm giving 'Exit The King' a miss to see '9 To 5' again ON BROADWAY!
#78
Posted: 5/1/09 at 11:28am
Its a lot of fun and i think the critics have been to harsh on this show, you cant not have a good night.
I did predict that the reviews would be mediocre, i had a feeling that they would not fall for its charms after shows like Billy and Next To Normal opening.
I think it will have a healthy run and they have some pull qoutes from some of them reviews so they should be fine. However i think it will alk away from the Tonys pretty empty handed, it may get set design (i cant understand how some of the critics bashed the set, its brilliant)
I think Janney will get a nomination as well.
I did predict that the reviews would be mediocre, i had a feeling that they would not fall for its charms after shows like Billy and Next To Normal opening.
I think it will have a healthy run and they have some pull qoutes from some of them reviews so they should be fine. However i think it will alk away from the Tonys pretty empty handed, it may get set design (i cant understand how some of the critics bashed the set, its brilliant)
I think Janney will get a nomination as well.
Namo i love u but we get it already....you don't like Madonna
#79
Posted: 5/1/09 at 12:56pm
New York Times is the review to read, this winds up shows very quickly, very rare for a show to be critic proof.
#80
Posted: 5/1/09 at 2:25pm
And thats what's so wrong about New York theatre and its audiences -in that one sentence you just posted
#81
Posted: 5/1/09 at 4:31pm
Totally agreed with above.
I have seen New York Times give a negative review and decent review in the New York Post and close, example of this is A Catered Affair and Woman in White.
I have seen New York Times give a negative review and decent review in the New York Post and close, example of this is A Catered Affair and Woman in White.
#82
Posted: 5/1/09 at 5:59pm
The Times and the Post nearly always do oppisite reviews to each other, its quite funny
Namo i love u but we get it already....you don't like Madonna
#83
Posted: 5/1/09 at 6:06pm
NY Daily News is Mixed
http://www.nydailynews.com/entertainment/arts/2009/05/01/2009-05-01_dolly_partons_tunes_work_in_9_to_5.html
Newsday is mixed to positive
http://www.newsday.com/entertainment/stage/ny-etdolly0112711607apr29,0,4164474.story
The Journal News - Mixed
http://www.lohud.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=2009905010305
http://www.nydailynews.com/entertainment/arts/2009/05/01/2009-05-01_dolly_partons_tunes_work_in_9_to_5.html
Newsday is mixed to positive
http://www.newsday.com/entertainment/stage/ny-etdolly0112711607apr29,0,4164474.story
The Journal News - Mixed
http://www.lohud.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=2009905010305
Namo i love u but we get it already....you don't like Madonna
#84
Posted: 5/1/09 at 6:48pm
Just posted a reply in the 9-5 Review thread on the main Broadway board - I honestly can't believe the amount of negativity I've read about this show in the past week on ATC and from some posters on BWW. I saw it twice when I was over in New York last month and will definitely see it again later in the year (hopefully!), even if I have enjoyed other shows more...(N2N, Priscilla).
TBH, some of the reactions to 9-5 have me baffled. I'm not a novice theatre-goer (though I bow to the superior knowledge of many on here, not being as immersed in all things theatre as many of you
But for me 9-5 does exactly what it says on the tin: it entertains! It has 3 very strong leads, some catchy tunes and a story people can identify with even if they haven't seen the movie. And if it draws traditional non-theatre-goers into a Broadway show and maybe wins a few of them over as converts, then more power to it!
TBH, some of the reactions to 9-5 have me baffled. I'm not a novice theatre-goer (though I bow to the superior knowledge of many on here, not being as immersed in all things theatre as many of you
But for me 9-5 does exactly what it says on the tin: it entertains! It has 3 very strong leads, some catchy tunes and a story people can identify with even if they haven't seen the movie. And if it draws traditional non-theatre-goers into a Broadway show and maybe wins a few of them over as converts, then more power to it!
Seen some shows in my time....
#85
Posted: 5/1/09 at 6:51pm
Just ignore them over there and prepare your self to be bashed when you go back to see the replies.
That board needs to be monitored for internet bullying, seriously.
Can't wait to see it again next Saturday, can't wait.
Looking forward to seeing the changes from when I saw it in LA but just generally looking forward to a fun night at the theatre.
That board needs to be monitored for internet bullying, seriously.
Can't wait to see it again next Saturday, can't wait.
Looking forward to seeing the changes from when I saw it in LA but just generally looking forward to a fun night at the theatre.
#86
Posted: 5/1/09 at 7:02pm
Totally agree with your comment on internet bullying Mama - I often read some of the stuff posted over there with my mouth hanging open.
VERY envious of you getting to go back next week! Especially because I might have got to go to the Opening Nights of both 9 to 5 AND Accent on Youth if I'd had a bit more werewithal (sp?).
I went to the opening and closing perfs of Curtains and had two AMAZING experiences - ones I definitely want to repeat at other shows in the future. Hope you have a great time in NYC. :)
VERY envious of you getting to go back next week! Especially because I might have got to go to the Opening Nights of both 9 to 5 AND Accent on Youth if I'd had a bit more werewithal (sp?).
I went to the opening and closing perfs of Curtains and had two AMAZING experiences - ones I definitely want to repeat at other shows in the future. Hope you have a great time in NYC. :)
Seen some shows in my time....
Updated On: 5/1/09 at 07:02 PM
#87
Posted: 5/1/09 at 7:07pm
Its def one of the best screen to stage adaptations
I think the critics seem to be more annoyed thats its exactly the same as the film, i however dont think thats a bad thing.
I do agree that Dollys score is a bit of a let down, though does have some great moments in.
I think the critics seem to be more annoyed thats its exactly the same as the film, i however dont think thats a bad thing.
I do agree that Dollys score is a bit of a let down, though does have some great moments in.
Namo i love u but we get it already....you don't like Madonna
#88
Posted: 5/1/09 at 7:11pm
WOW! -thats a hell of a comment coming from Mr Flashdance and Fame!!!!
lol
lol
#89
Posted: 5/1/09 at 7:17pm
lol i hate Fame (i just happened to be in it for a long time lol)
I just think 9 to 5 has some problems but mainly it works so well. The 3 women are on fire, thats enough to get excited about this show. The set was breathtaking and the humor really works.
Get Out and Stay Out was jaw dropping and the opening to the show was so exciting just hearing that song come to life.
The book is strong (much stronger than most of them) and i for one really liked the choreography, it was very retro (i think the critics missed the point of that big time)
So why have the critics been so harsh....i think that there not letting off anyone involved for it not being perfect because the people behing it are so damn talented.
What annoys me is the NY times raved about shows like Mamma Mia and then make out like this one is empty etc
I agree with Mamma though that the critics cant touch this one, it will do well i think. I think the days when a Times review could kill a show are long gone.
I just think 9 to 5 has some problems but mainly it works so well. The 3 women are on fire, thats enough to get excited about this show. The set was breathtaking and the humor really works.
Get Out and Stay Out was jaw dropping and the opening to the show was so exciting just hearing that song come to life.
The book is strong (much stronger than most of them) and i for one really liked the choreography, it was very retro (i think the critics missed the point of that big time)
So why have the critics been so harsh....i think that there not letting off anyone involved for it not being perfect because the people behing it are so damn talented.
What annoys me is the NY times raved about shows like Mamma Mia and then make out like this one is empty etc
I agree with Mamma though that the critics cant touch this one, it will do well i think. I think the days when a Times review could kill a show are long gone.
Namo i love u but we get it already....you don't like Madonna
#90
Posted: 5/1/09 at 7:30pm
Agreed! I hope to be back in NYC in November and 9-5 is top of my list of must-see-again shows.
Meant to post this earlier: THANK YOU to song&danceman for posting all these reviews. Enjoyed getting a chance to read them in full, even if I disagreed with large parts of them.
Meant to post this earlier: THANK YOU to song&danceman for posting all these reviews. Enjoyed getting a chance to read them in full, even if I disagreed with large parts of them.
Seen some shows in my time....
Updated On: 5/1/09 at 07:30 PM
#91
Posted: 5/1/09 at 7:33pm
Thats OK
I enjoy doing it but just got sadder as the reviews came out, plus i know people like Mamma are big fans so i thought i should
I enjoy doing it but just got sadder as the reviews came out, plus i know people like Mamma are big fans so i thought i should
Namo i love u but we get it already....you don't like Madonna
#93
Posted: 5/1/09 at 7:42pm
I was disappointed with the reviews too, just as I was with the Priscilla ones last month. I get the impression the New York critics have more sway than their West End counterparts (and I also think Priscilla is more of a surefire word-of-mouth hit in London than 9-5 is on Broadway). Then again, I was also disheartened by some of the reviews for Spamalot and Curtains, and they did OK-ish!
It will be VERY interesting to see what the reactions are if 9-5 comes to London and Priscilla makes a well-deserved transfer to Broadway... :)
It will be VERY interesting to see what the reactions are if 9-5 comes to London and Priscilla makes a well-deserved transfer to Broadway... :)
Seen some shows in my time....
#94
Posted: 5/2/09 at 11:30am
I think Spamalot got a good write up?
Curtains had the most brilliant seen I have witnessed in theatre to take you into the interval, anyone remember it?
Curtains had the most brilliant seen I have witnessed in theatre to take you into the interval, anyone remember it?
#95
Posted: 5/2/09 at 11:43am
I do, "Thataway!"
As for '9 to 5' they managed to pull a lot of good quotes.
Click on "critic reviews."
As for '9 to 5' they managed to pull a lot of good quotes.
Click on "critic reviews."
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
#96
Posted: 5/2/09 at 1:34pm
You have to agree that it isn't that difficult to pick out some great quotes from 75% of those reviews.
#97
Posted: 5/2/09 at 5:40pm
I still think you need the stamp of approval from the New York Times, big shame America is more media led than the UK, look at shows like The Pirate Queen, Cry Baby, A Tale of Two Cities.
I say again it is very rare for shows to be critic proof from the New York Times, there are shows on Broadway that have proved to be the exception, such as Wicked. Mary Poppins and The Little Mermaid are going in that direction.
I say again it is very rare for shows to be critic proof from the New York Times, there are shows on Broadway that have proved to be the exception, such as Wicked. Mary Poppins and The Little Mermaid are going in that direction.
#98
Posted: 5/2/09 at 7:32pm
Stage Door footage: I made the cut! Just saw myself on this clip right after the 'Alabama loves Allison Janney!' bit (and right afterwards I declined to be filmed commenting on the show...)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-LajsASGvV8&feature=channel_page
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-LajsASGvV8&feature=channel_page
Seen some shows in my time....
#99
Posted: 5/18/09 at 5:35pm
Whoever says Allison Janney is not a dancer must've missed her recent temps leve en arabesque at the Drama Desks :)
Updated On: 5/19/09 at 05:35 PM
#100
Posted: 5/19/09 at 3:01pm
See I don't think that the NY Times is as powerful as it once was in terms of reviews. There have been a few different times where the Times gave a show a bad review and yet it went on to become a hit. Take a look at Wicked. Wicked wasn't given the best review by the Times and look at it now. I guess the point that I am trying to make is that the TImes doesn't have as much power as it once did.
Hell taking a look at this season with Next To Normal, Ben Brantly pretty much wrote a love letter to the show and people were wondering about the fate of the show due to the fact that it got rave reviews and yet wasn't doing much in terms of ticket sales. Of course being nominated for a few Tonys changed that but still.
Hell taking a look at this season with Next To Normal, Ben Brantly pretty much wrote a love letter to the show and people were wondering about the fate of the show due to the fact that it got rave reviews and yet wasn't doing much in terms of ticket sales. Of course being nominated for a few Tonys changed that but still.
"If you try to shag my husband while I am still alive, I will shove the art of motorcycle maintenance up your rancid little Cu**. That's a good dear"
Tom Stoppard's Rock N Roll
.gif?width=300)
Tickets From $59
Tickets From $70
Tickets From $59
Tickets From $101
