A suprise trip to the theatre...

Well I had a good treat when I woke up today! My mom woke me up at 1 and asked me if I wanted to go see CATS. One of the people that was going to go became ill so they gave us the tickets. The show started at 2 so we hussled to get ready and go to the show. Right when we sat down the show began. For a future lighting designer, the show was amazing! All of the design elements were great. Even the string of lights going up the side of the orchestra seats was a great sight. The actors were wonderful. After the show was over, I went to the stage door and got Grizabella's autograph (she is young, but has a very powerful voice!), Mr. Mistofelle's autograph, Macavity's autograph, Mungojerrie's autograph, and Victoria's autograph. Since it was a matinee, I was suprised so many people came out! Some stayed in because they keep their makeup on for the evening show. I had a good time. With all of the kids in the audience, it was actually pretty quiet! The adults were worse than the kids.

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It was different, so therefore I didn't hate it. It was innovative. I saw it on Broadway in 1990 and I was 8 years old, so I was ammused by it. It was actually my first real Broadway show. Before then I had only seen local productions and shows at Radio City Music Hall. I don't think I would like it if I saw it now, but who knows.

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But why?? Don't tell me you hate it, but not say why...

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The lyrics were witty ( after all it was taken from a classic) and some songs were very enjoyable. The dancing was also a breakout for British musicals... But it was rather repetitive.


Jo

I've seen two national tours of Cats and enjoyed them. The costumes, sets, makeup, and design all around are amazing.

Generally the people who buy tickets to a show want to see it.