BWW Video Show Preview: Curtains - A First Look!- Page 2

[courtnyj]

Posted: 3/21/07 at 9:33pm

Wonderful video! Thank you! I have a feeling I'll be replaying this often!

[Yankeefan007]

Posted: 3/21/07 at 9:34pm

When you hear advertisements for it on the radio 92x a day, it sort of gets engrained in your mind.

[Popular]

Posted: 3/21/07 at 9:34pm

Bummer, I was hoping to see Megan Sikora's number. That's one of the things that stood out most to me when I saw it at the Ahmanson. It's an enjoyable show. I personally don't think the clip did the show justice, but clips rarely do.

[Yankeefan007]

Posted: 3/21/07 at 9:38pm

I actually think the clip showcases some of the poorer moments in the show. Why show the slow part of Thataway when you could show the 22 upbeat moments?

[Trish2]

Posted: 3/21/07 at 9:50pm

It is a great video montage, but does the show move and dance that quickly? This clip leads you to beleive there's non stop dance in the show. If so, I must see it.

[Yankeefan007]

Posted: 3/21/07 at 9:51pm

It's a very dance heavy show, hence the presence of Ziemba and Racey.

However, the entire show isn't dancing.

But yes, one of the many strengths of the production is how Scott Ellis keeps the show moving so fluidly, especially with the amount of set pieces and large cast. Updated On: 3/21/07 at 09:51 PM

[Dre2387]

Posted: 3/21/07 at 10:07pm

I song i remember most is "I miss the Music" which is a beautiful solo for Jason. It is so gorgeous!

I have already seen the video clip 4 times now. I need to study Spanish!

[courtnyj]

Posted: 3/21/07 at 10:11pm

Te amo Cortinas Dre?

[Rathnait62]

Posted: 3/21/07 at 10:26pm

Well, I've tried watching it 6 or 7 times, and it doesn't work. Cutting in and out, and stopping completely during Debra's solo. Anyone have any advice?

[FosterChild]

Posted: 3/21/07 at 10:38pm

The clips are sadly more exciting than the show, but at the same time, I think it gives away FAR too much of the David Hyde Pearce/Jill Paice number.

[Craig]

Posted: 3/21/07 at 10:39pm

Rath-

Clear your cache. Usually does the trick

[Tchi4Lif188]

Posted: 3/21/07 at 10:41pm

Love the video and can't wait to see the show :)

[Rathnait62]

Posted: 3/21/07 at 10:41pm

Thanks, Craig, I'll give that a shot.

ETA: Didn't help.

Updated On: 3/21/07 at 10:41 PM

[courtnyj]

Posted: 3/21/07 at 10:55pm

Rath--wait for the video to load completly before watching it. (Pause it while it loads)

[Rathnait62]

Posted: 3/21/07 at 10:58pm

I'll try that!

ETA: That didn't work either. Why am I the only one having this problem?

Updated On: 3/21/07 at 10:58 PM

[millie_dillmount]

Posted: 3/21/07 at 11:11pm

Try a different browser? That may or may not help. What kind of connection do you have?

"I actually think the clip showcases some of the poorer moments in the show. Why show the slow part of Thataway when you could show the 22 upbeat moments?"

Because Thataway showcases Ziemba and they wanted to focus partly on her in the video since she's a main character.

CapnHook: The female love interest is Niki Harris, played by Jill Paice.

[Craig]

Posted: 3/22/07 at 12:18am

Just tested in 3 different browsers without incident. Sorry you're having a problem on your end Rath

[millie_dillmount]

Posted: 3/22/07 at 12:32am

I also like the new BWW Curtains logo!

[allofmylife]

Posted: 3/22/07 at 12:36am

It looks like the show that Gower Champion never directed. It really feels like a late 50's early 60's show. but my sources also tell me the right hook you don't see coming is the clever book.

If that's the case, then the staging is a clever stylisttic choice indeed.

And I hate it when people look at a few minutes from the show and make god-like "I hate it" "It doesn't work" comments. Remember, Pippin sold because the showed THE ONLY two good minutes in the show. I think I could cut a very VERY unappealing trailer from "Wicked" and "Rent" and "Chorus Line" and "Les MIz" if I was inclined to. AND ALSO perhaps they are holding back the good stuff because they don't want to give away the plot points.....

[Rathnait62]

Posted: 3/22/07 at 8:23am

millie, I tried AOL and IE last night...all the same problem.

So frustrating!!!

[Bluemoon]

Posted: 3/22/07 at 9:36am

Maybe Debra Monk has you blocked.

[Rathnait62]

Posted: 3/22/07 at 9:37am

She wouldn't dare!

[SueleenGay]

Posted: 3/22/07 at 12:04pm

As with all video shot during a rehearsal/performance (no offense Craig) I suspect the show is better than what we are seeing.

As for DH being a "brilliant" actor, I have to disagree. He is a charming performer and has a wonderfully sweet quality, but he is basically a variation of Niles Crane in everything I have seen him do. Has he ever done a down and dirty character?

Oh and seeing that clip made me wonder if Harvey Fierstein was ever considered for Monk's role? Perhaps a replacement?

[Julian2]

Posted: 3/22/07 at 12:30pm

Remember, Pippin sold because the showed THE ONLY two good minutes in the show.

Which wasn't even in the show to begin with if I remember correctly!

[allofmylife]

Posted: 3/22/07 at 3:53pm

My mother always used to say "You can sell s**t to your father if you sprinkle sugar on it."