I was excited to get to see the very first performance of this brand new musical in London on Wednesday night about the passions and torments of Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald. A few things I'd tweak here and there, but I thought overall it was a full-bodied, well-acted show with a strong story, great music and terrific dancing. The cast got a brief standing ovation at the end, which in my limited experience with London theater, relative to Broadway, seemed to be fairly meaningful. (And I think they were quite pleased and relieved to be received so well on the first night of previews.) I thought both the leads were terrific and I especially liked the understated way of Michael Praed as F. Scott. I'd be interested in hearing from anyone else who's seen the show. I hope it succeeds and eventually makes its way to Broadway.
Broadway Legend Joined: 5/15/03
Glad you liked it - there seemed to a be a lot of negativity towards it on another board. And yes, standing ovations are very rare in London. I may think again about going.
Oh, I think you should. I'd sure be interested to hear what you think. Anyone else see it yet?
technically its not brand new...it was done first in Guildford last summer. just an fyi
ooooh! I hope this one does make it across the pond! I have always loved F. Scott and Zelda. maybe a limited in a small B-way house, or an off b-way run? I hope so.
barbara
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