A STRANGE LOOP On Broadway - Reviews & News Thread- Page 20

[OhHiii]

Posted: 5/3/22 at 10:33am

lovett1979 said: "haterobics said:Because they are more likely to be in traffic accidents

"And why are they more likely to be in traffic accidents?"

Begging you to stop trying to die on this hill. You're really not making the point you think you are. 

[Georgeanddot2]

Posted: 5/3/22 at 11:29am

Gerrold44 said: "Might be a weird question but a friend runs a high school-age theatre program and they're trying to decide which show to bring their students to this year. They're all fine with more mature content (and the parents want them to see "real theatre" as opposed to Disney/film adaptations), but wondering if anyone can DM and let me know specifically how much physical sexual content and drug use is in the show? Want to make sure I have a full scope before deciding, just in case.

Thanks!"

I think they'll be fine and it'll open up an interesting conversation.  It is pretty dirty, but not really in a Book of Mormon/Avenue Q kind of way.  The language is strong and there is some sex and drug use in the show.

As someone else said, there's way worse stuff on Euphoria, which a lot of them probably watch.

[Erik3]

Posted: 5/3/22 at 7:01pm

Knew very little about the show before going in. Was really moved - what a strong cast and a sucker punch of a script. 

Sadly, there are definitely still sound issues. We sat third row and frequently had trouble catching lyrics during the faster-paced and more heavily orchestrated numbers - which is a huge pity, because they are extremely clever, as I later discovered after listening to the off-broadway cast recording. 

[YvanEhtNioj]

Posted: 5/3/22 at 8:46pm

Damn, still?

[Lot666]

Posted: 5/4/22 at 7:54am

Come on, people - fix the sound already! This is ridiculous.

[YvanEhtNioj]

Posted: 5/4/22 at 9:35am

I saw that there are now banners up all around TSQ and 8th avenue for the show. Hopefully that’ll help drive more people to it. Though I do think this is the kinda show that needs subway ads on the digital screens, YouTube commercials, etc..

[Sutton Ross]

Posted: 5/4/22 at 1:38pm

I hope hotels recommend this to tourists, although I don't know what deal they strike with certain shows. 

Updated On: 5/7/22 at 01:38 PM

[Valentina3]

Posted: 5/4/22 at 3:31pm

I saw the show on Sunday from Orch left and didn't think there were any sound mixing issues. I went into the show completely blind, and had no difficulty understanding the lyrics.

Having said that - holy shi this show! I have been listening to 2019 cast album and can really see what Kad means in his review about missing Larry Owens in the show. Owen's voice is just so much stronger and I can literally hear his performance being much more dynamic than Jaquel's (who was really good but definitely didn't deliver the final song for me quite as well).

[OffOnBwayHi]

Posted: 5/5/22 at 2:13am

YvanEhtNioj said: "I saw that there are now banners up all around TSQ and 8th avenue for the show. Hopefully that’ll help drive more people to it. Though I do think this is the kinda show that needs subway ads on the digital screens, YouTube commercials, etc.."

!!!!!!!!!!

Totally agree! When you joining that marketing team and getting some side coin? lol

[uncageg]

Posted: 5/7/22 at 12:24am

Saw it last night. It is still rolling around in my head and I am still kind of piecing it together. It is a lot. I wouldn't really call it "divisive", as I have read and heard it called. It has some layers that I don't find dividing, but speak to different people. I did not find the sex scene shocking visually. It was what was being said during it that made me think "Oh, wow, is this still happening"?

It is like nothing we have seen or may see in the near future on Broadway. It is bold, daring and incredibly raw. I can't wait for the Tony nominations.

[gleek4114]

Posted: 5/10/22 at 4:57pm

Has anyone rushed recently? Planning to try for the matinee tomorrow but I won’t be able to get to the box office until 10:30ish. 

[Jim3]

Posted: 5/10/22 at 7:17pm

Can anyone tell me if the tickets sold at TKTS for A Strange Loop are decent seats?   I’d rather not bother going there if the seats are only in the balcony.  

[forfivemoreminutes]

Posted: 5/10/22 at 8:42pm

Jim3 said: "Can anyone tell me if the tickets sold at TKTS for A Strange Loop are decent seats? I’d rather not bother going there if the seats are only in the balcony. "

TKTS seats are excellent (or were when I went on 4/21) - I was offered row J left side (J-1) on the aisle or row K in the centre (K-103). Chose row J because I like aisle seats! The seat was perfect. You want to be in at least row C or D for this show - the stage is high and might obstruct if you’re sitting closer. So row J or K was perfect - ninth or tenth row.

[electrode10]

Posted: 5/11/22 at 1:17pm

Updated On: 5/11/22 at 01:17 PM

[bekk99]

Posted: 5/11/22 at 4:57pm

L and Antwayn are both out for both shows today. No specific reason given, from what I can tell. I believe the matinee was the first time Mars went on for L - they were getting a lot of love from the rest of the cast.

[gleek4114]

Posted: 5/11/22 at 5:17pm

Rush update, I got to the theatre at 11:15 and I believe I got the last rush ticket. View was decent, but not amazing, granted I knew it would be partial going in. Mars was absolutely wonderful as Thought 1. She was truly a standout.

[perfectliar]

Posted: 5/11/22 at 11:06pm

gleek4114 said: "Rush update, I got to the theatre at 11:15 and I believe I got the last rush ticket. View was decent, but not amazing, granted I knew it would be partial going in. Mars was absolutely wonderful as Thought 1. She was truly a standout."

You didn't get the last rush ticket. A guy in front of me got one for the matinee at about 1:10, and I got two for the 8:00pm right after him.

[Laura_2222]

Posted: 5/12/22 at 2:24pm

I notice that the show isn't listed on TKTS today. Could be a sign of ticket sales starting to pick up? Good for them! 

[OhHiii]

Posted: 5/12/22 at 2:25pm

gleek4114 said: "Rush update, I got to the theatre at 11:15 and I believe I got the last rush ticket. View was decent, but not amazing, granted I knew it would be partial going in. Mars was absolutely wonderful as Thought 1. She was truly a standout."

Mars uses they/them pronouns.

[stlrod]

Posted: 5/12/22 at 10:50pm

Saw the show tonight and enjoyed it very much and definitely more than Six.    I didn't find the content shocking but it probably helped to read the comments on here first.  The story was a little weak but the score was good with some of it great.  How this show got nominated for Best Sound though is a complete mystery (other than Sound getting lumped in with its other achievements.)  The sound issues are real and detracted from the experience greatly (from 6th row center orchestra).  Mars Rucker was in for Thought 1 and was fantastic along with John Andrew Morrison and Jaquel Spivey.  Jon-Michael Reese was in for Antwayn Hopper but unfortunately, I couldn't make out 90% of  what he was saying or singing except part of his scene as Inwood Daddy.  Nevertheless, I'm very glad we got to see this show because sadly, it will not likely make it to the Midwest no matter how many Tony Awards it wins and deserves to win. 

Updated On: 5/12/22 at 10:50 PM

[stlrod]

Posted: 5/12/22 at 11:10pm

Gerrold44 said: "Might be a weird question but a friend runs a high school-age theatre program and they're trying to decide which show to bring their students to this year. They're all fine with more mature content (and the parents want them to see "real theatre" as opposed to Disney/film adaptations), but wondering if anyone can DM and let me know specifically how much physical sexual content and drug use is in the show? Want to make sure I have a full scope before deciding, just in case.
Thanks!"

I think your friend would be asking for trouble. There is Disney and then there is A Strange Loop at 180 degrees on the complete opposite end of the spectrum.  There are shows in between which would be better choices for high schoolers being brought by a teacher.  That's not to say the show is inappropriate for those under 18.  It's just not something a teacher should decide is appropriate.  All it would take is one chaperone to describe in graphic detail the language, lyrics and simulated sex acts to a principal and your friend may be out of a job. The show is very good though but if your friend stills wants to do this, I'd suggest they see it first.

[bwayphreak234]

Posted: 5/13/22 at 7:24am

I’m going to need some time to fully process this one, but in short, WOW. What a truly remarkable, original, raw, visceral, and poignant piece of theatre. As a somewhat privileged cis gay white man who is about to turn thirty, this was extremely eye opening. The realities depicted are harsh, but I walked away learning a lot without feeling like I was being beat over the head or made to feel “bad” about my own shortcoming and biases (if that makes sense). It made me much more self aware and gave me a lot to think about in my own life, which, at the end of the day, is something great art should do.

All that personal stuff aside, this is also just such a strong piece of art. The direction is so tight and focused. The design elements are slick, simple, and yet so incredibly effective. I was sitting mezzanine row E center and had zero problems with the acoustics. I was able to catch every single word. The seven person cast is doing some of the finest work on Broadway I have seen in years. Jaquel Spivey is so tender, heartbreaking, funny, and real. I am rooting for him to win the Tony for best actor.

I really cannot say enough positive things about this. I originally had no plans/interest for this show when planning my trip to the city this weekend, but boy am I glad I decided to give this a chance after the buzz on here and the reviews (thank you, fellow BWW members!). This is more than just a show I SAW. It’s a show that I deeply felt and connected with. I walked away changed and my eyes opened. See this.

[Sutton Ross]

Posted: 5/13/22 at 10:38am

Mars was incredible this past Wednesday night. Wow. Everyone else was fire, as usual. 

This is the first time I've noticed the bad sound issues, though. During "Inwood Daddy", it was very difficult to understand either of them and the three Lululemons sitting next to me didn't get that he was supposed to be a white man so they didn't get the aggressiveness or racism at all in the small parts we could hear. I know the show very well but for others who don't, the sound issue is a major detriment for this otherwise flawless production. 

[stlrod]

Posted: 5/13/22 at 12:05pm

Sutton Ross said: "three Lululemons "

Was there really a need for this label?  There is truth that the show needs broad appeal to survive so those who are different from the lead need not be characterized in this manner unless they are being outwardly antagonistic.  After all, acceptance is a primary theme of the show.  And if you can't hear the words, it could be a challenge to understand the character is white.  

Updated On: 5/13/22 at 12:05 PM

[Famebroadway2]

Posted: 5/13/22 at 12:29pm

I was there last night and the awful sound really took me out of the show a lot of the time.  I could not understand what they were saying during a lot of the numbers. At one point I was even straining to hear the lyrics Usher was singing and he was onstage alone. I was Right Mid Mezz.   How did this get a Tony Nom for sound!!???