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[binau]

Posted: 5/8/17 at 11:21pm

Bettyboy72 said: "haterobics said: "Bettyboy72 said: "I think Soo could go back into Hamilton or Comet without it hurting her. She could even demand extra money. I think she needs to focus on working. Honestly, I've never found her to be that compelling. I don't think she is poised for greater fame."

Hard to take career advice seriously from someone who doesn't think she is that compelling onstage, though, heh.

I think true working actors like to work. It's called hustle. Unless she has some things lined up, she'd be lucky to go back to either hit show. It keeps you out there until something else arises. The Josh Henry example is a perfect example. He is just interested in the work and isn't concerned about opening the show in a major city or holding out for something else. It is definitely helping his career.

Same with Tony winner Olivo going into the Chicago run, and Tony nominee Rory going back on tour. They are probably getting great money and getting themselves out there. People acting like Soo should shine these shows on may forget what its likes to be a starving actor and what a great gift a hit show is. She's not a name and she's not a draw at this point. 

 

 

 

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I have to agree with some of what you say - the way people are talking about Soo here and her career strategy is as if she is a young Bernadette Peters in her peak. She is talented, don't get me wrong, but she is a young girl that has had one break out role and little name recognition. The phone is not going to be ringing off the hook for her to originate roles or star in TV/film.

It's hard to understand why going back to Hamilton or Comet would hurt her career - if a casting agent looks at her resume and sees that she returned to Hamilton or has a lot of white space/unemployment, it all seems to be much of a muchness.

Turning down a new role to go back to Hamilton or Comet would be a different story. 

[FlySkyHigh]

Posted: 5/8/17 at 11:42pm

She doesn't need to go back into either show unless she wants to work just to be working. Frankly, even if she was/is interested in going back into Hamilton, I wouldn't be the least bit excited. I agree with Bettyboy72 in that she just isn't that compelling. She's a fine actress and singer but that's it. She'll always perform well enough but she'll never elevate the material she's given. And for me personally, she'll never be a draw for a show. I hope she isn't cast in My fair lady, but if she is I will go see it in spite of her, not because of her.

[ScottyDoesn'tKnow2]

Posted: 5/8/17 at 11:44pm

Ado Annie D'Ysquith said: "What exactly makes a score "cinematic?"

 

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Although one can talk about how film scores are created in a certain way in order to enhance the accompanying scene and enhance the vision of the director (often times directors have a big say in what kind of score they want for their film), when I wrote my sentence, I intended it to be two separate clauses..."cinematic qualities of the film" and "the score". Maybe I should have reversed it to avoid confusion. That said, the film's score is such an essential part of the film that it wouldn't be the same movie without it.

Updated On: 5/8/17 at 11:44 PM

[Charley Kringas Inc]

Posted: 5/9/17 at 12:57am

It's funny that the score, or at least what I've heard of it, seems to be almost entirely unparisian. Lots of bland acoustic guitars and rattling drumsets, it's almost like soft country rock. Is this Amelie or Bridges of Madison County?

[binau]

Posted: 5/9/17 at 1:13am

Please, don't offend Bridges of Madison County with that comparison. That score was wonderfully diverse and combined a number of instrumental and vocal styles to create incredibly romantic, dramatic moments that are not often achieved in musicals these days. Plus, it has a Tony to show for it. I doubt Amelie is anywhere near on the same league. 

[RippedMan]

Posted: 5/9/17 at 2:40am

I saw the show and actually quite liked the music. I can see why it hasn't taken off. It's not specific or unique enough. But I still liked the music and look forward to the album. 

[SporkGoddess]

Posted: 5/9/17 at 8:11am

IMO, the songs just ran together too much.  Many of my favorite shows have scores that people don't find catchy, so I don't think that'd be the root of the problem for me.  It's just that the songs from this show aren't memorable. There were only about a few that stuck in my memory - "Stay," "Goodbye, Amelie," and the one Nino sings when he's putting up those flyers. There was also a duet adult Amelie sang with young Amelie that I sort of remember. 

I remember thinking in the theatre that I'll probably buy and listen to the OBCR when they release it.  The songs themselves are pretty and I would like to listen to them. I just didn't like them for this particular story or, honestly, probably any musical.  

[Marianne2]

Posted: 5/9/17 at 12:00pm

SporkGoddess said: "IMO, the songs just ran together too much.  Many of my favorite shows have scores that people don't find catchy, so I don't think that'd be the root of the problem for me.  It's just that the songs from this show aren't memorable. There were only about a few that stuck in my memory - "Stay," "Goodbye, Amelie," and the one Nino sings when he's putting up those flyers. There was also a duet adult Amelie sang with young Amelie that I sort of remember. 

I remember thinking in the theatre that I'll probably buy and listen to the OBCR when they release it.  The songs themselves are pretty and I would like to listen to them. I just didn't like them for this particular story or, honestly, probably any musical.  

 

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That sounds about right in my assessment.  3 days later I don't remember much because it was pretty generic and they did seem to run together.  It certainly is not the worst score ever, but it isn't even really middle for me. But, maybe listening out of context of the show may help appreciate it more.

Updated On: 5/9/17 at 12:00 PM

[whizzerwhizzer]

Posted: 5/10/17 at 11:57am

So the Walter Kerr is free again? Let's just open Falsettos again for the summer 

[Broadway Joe]

Posted: 5/10/17 at 12:55pm

I'm seeing this tonight and was curious how many tickets were available, yikes.... 

[Marianne2]

Posted: 5/10/17 at 1:05pm

There were some noticeable groups of empty seats in the mezzanine for the Saturday matinee. Which is why there were people dangling their feet over the seats in front of them. Yuck.

[Ado Annie D'Ysquith]

Posted: 5/10/17 at 2:31pm

Yeowch, had no idea it would be that bad. The house was pretty full on the night I saw it. Anyone doing rush tickets today will be in luck, I assume.

[Sho-Tunes-R-Us]

Posted: 5/10/17 at 2:38pm

Having seen the production in Berkeley, CA l believe that the show will have a very healthy life at regional theatre companies.

[Kate Monster3]

Posted: 5/10/17 at 5:33pm

In case anyone is trying to see this before it closes, I just went to get rush tickets and they had them for tonight, partial views for $39. But for $49 they offered me orchestra center tickets so I went with that.

[binau]

Posted: 5/10/17 at 10:52pm

Broadway Joe said: "I'm seeing this tonight and was curious how many tickets were available, yikes.... 



 

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That is unbelievable. Can you report what it was like being in the audience for that performance? Very, very odd.

[Broadway Joe]

Posted: 5/11/17 at 12:12am

I was in center Orchestra row L via TDF and it was quite full from what I could see, I couldn't see how full the mezzanine or balcony was but an usher told an older couple who had tickets upstairs that there were extra seats downstairs so they might have just filled it that way. Also when I picked up my tickets around 6pm someone was buying a rush tickets.  

I avoided reading anything about how this show was but I really enjoyed it. Soo has a wonderful voice and I'm a sucker for acoustic guitars so I really enjoyed the music. I came out of the theatre in a great mood which hasn't happened at some of the other shows I've seen this season. I think their ticket prices for a 90 min show definitely hurt them. I enjoyed the show but I can't imagine spending $150 bucks to sit where I sat. 

 

Does anyone know why so much of the set was slanted? It obviously was done on purpose but I missed the meaning behind it if there was one. 

Updated On: 5/11/17 at 12:12 AM

[VintageSnarker]

Posted: 5/11/17 at 12:03pm

Does anyone know if they have a certain number of rush tickets or if they'll just sell whatever's left as rush? I'm going to try around 5pm tomorrow.

[Broadway Joe]

Posted: 5/11/17 at 12:11pm

VintageSnarker said: "Does anyone know if they have a certain number of rush tickets or if they'll just sell whatever's left as rush? I'm going to try around 5pm tomorrow.

 

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Someone in front of me a bit after 6pm got rush tickets last night, I'm sure you'll be able to as well

 

[Ladybug84]

Posted: 5/11/17 at 12:31pm

I think the most logical choice would be for her to do Comet. She is probably regretting opting for Amelie instead of Comet in the first place, and just makes sense that she would want to take the role she originated to Broadway. Also, the producers would have a field day promoting two original Hamilton cast members being "reunited". 

[JON111699]

Posted: 5/16/17 at 12:38am

I have mezzanine tickets for this upcoming Saturday evening. Anyone know if there is a way I can upgrade them to orchestra without having to pay extra? 

[Margo319]

Posted: 5/16/17 at 12:48am

Honestly, they will probably just escort you downstairs and give them to you.   God, that seating chart is so embarrassing.  It must be tough on everyone involved.  

[TamzBway]

Posted: 5/16/17 at 8:57am

I'd like to rush for the final performance this Sunday. Anyone know how early I should get there? I know it's not a popular show but maybe others are thinking the same as I am?

[gallerygirl]

Posted: 5/16/17 at 9:09am

Last Sunday's performance was Standing Room Only so it might be wise to get there early.

[hamiltonstradition]

Posted: 5/17/17 at 1:14pm

I saw the production in LA, and I've heard some music here, hellogiggles.com/amelie-musical-first-listen, and I just noticed how much any they've changed. Other songs like "Stations/Everything That Brought You Here" which had a great beat and ring to it, has changed completely, and It is no longer catchy.  I also LOVED the opening ("Everything is Connected" and the Closing, for the choreography (which was associated with characters and came back during the show.) I also appreciated the cool harmonies, and the simplicity (no big huge extravagant closing, but still somewhat memorable) Those are really the only 3 songs that stuck with me, and none of them are here anymore, and they really don't have a great song to use as promotional songs vs. when they were in LA: (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j0Zr_VLAQRc)

[Ado Annie D'Ysquith]

Posted: 5/17/17 at 3:48pm

I LOVED that duet featured in the LA trailer and was sad to see that it was changed for NYC, but "When the Booth Goes Bright" remains my favorite song in the score.