Ben Platt's last day
Ben Platt's last day
BwayCan
Swing Joined: 8/9/17
#1Ben Platt's last day
Posted: 8/9/17 at 7:33pm
I am sure it hasn't been announced, but is there any way to find out when Ben Platt's last performance is in Nov? Coming to NYC that month and don't want to miss him.... assuming I can land a ticket!
#2Ben Platt's last day
Posted: 8/9/17 at 7:35pm
There's no set date yet, but I'd wait to see when they confirm his last day. It should be around November though.
BwayCan
Swing Joined: 8/9/17
#3Ben Platt's last day
Posted: 8/9/17 at 7:41pm
Thanks - we're booked already for Nov 9-14 so hopefully that is early enough that he is still performing!
#4Ben Platt's last day
Posted: 8/9/17 at 7:50pm
I heard some people say November 14th because that's exactly one year from when previews started, but things might not be exact.
BwayCan
Swing Joined: 8/9/17
#5Ben Platt's last day
Posted: 8/9/17 at 7:54pm
youwillbefound2 said: "I heard some people say November 14th because that's exactly one year from when previews started, but things might not be exact.
Oohh, well then we would be getting in just under the gun... hopefully can score some sort of tkts. Thanks!
neonlightsxo
Broadway Legend Joined: 7/29/08
#6Ben Platt's last day
Posted: 8/9/17 at 7:55pm
youwillbefound2 said: "I heard some people say November 14th because that's exactly one year from when previews started, but things might not be exact."
November 14 is a Tuesday, so maybe the 12th.
Notreallysilent 2
Broadway Star Joined: 12/12/15
#9Ben Platt's last day
Posted: 8/10/17 at 9:39am
I would buy a ticket right now. When they announce his final show the tickets for the last weekend will spike I imagine. I wouldn't risk waiting to hear and get tickets for that week that you are here.
AllThatJazz2
Broadway Star Joined: 6/15/17
#10Ben Platt's last day
Posted: 8/10/17 at 9:44am
It's between the 12th and the 19th...the reason the 19th is rumored is that it was the last date of the initial ticket release.
BwayCan
Swing Joined: 8/9/17
#11Ben Platt's last day
Posted: 8/10/17 at 9:54am
Notreallysilent 2 said: "I would buy a ticket right now. When they announce his final show the tickets for the last weekend will spike I imagine. I wouldn't risk waiting to hear and get tickets for that week that you are here.
Thanks - Telecharge has nothing available for that weekend - I have been watching for a few weeks now - so I might have to consider StubHub (ouch, crazy prices) and not wait for the possibility of cancellation line or lottery success then. All media I was reading was suggesting end of November, so I thought I might luck out a few weeks ahead of his final performance, so this is helpful to know from everyone. Thanks!
mark10023
Swing Joined: 8/10/17
#12Ben Platt's last day
Posted: 8/10/17 at 10:06am
I've seen the show 3 times, 2 with Ben and 1 with an understudy. I honestly believe you'll love the show no matter who the lead is. This is Broadway folks. They're not putting someone in to do the lead of a 7-figure-per-week grossing show that doesn't have tremendous talent.
michaelhale
Stand-by Joined: 8/5/17
#13Ben Platt's last day
Posted: 8/10/17 at 11:54am
When do you guys think this date will be announced, like when is an actors last date generally announced?
BwayCan
Swing Joined: 8/9/17
#14Ben Platt's last day
Posted: 8/10/17 at 12:01pm
mark10023 said: "I've seen the show 3 times, 2 with Ben and 1 with an understudy. I honestly believe you'll love the show no matter who the lead is. This is Broadway folks. They're not putting someone in to do the lead of a 7-figure-per-week grossing show that doesn't have tremendous talent.
Oh absolutely - I know that. But when you have followed one actor's journey with a show as I have for awhile now, of course you want to see that actor if you can. At this point, I just want to make sure I can get tickets at all, without spending the equivalent of a house mortgage to do it!
JustWanne
Swing Joined: 11/10/14
#15Ben Platt's last day
Posted: 8/10/17 at 12:15pm
He's been in the show for about a year now, so that's rather long, if you ask me haha 
still does a tremendous job every single night though!
#16Ben Platt's last day
Posted: 8/10/17 at 12:21pm
I saw the show twice before Broadway and have basically given up on seeing it on Broadway while Ben's in it — I'm super curious and looking forward to seeing the second Evan Hansen. No sarcasm!
BakerWilliams
Leading Actor Joined: 2/1/16
#18Ben Platt's last day
Posted: 8/10/17 at 1:09pm
BwayCan said: "mark10023 said: "I've seen the show 3 times, 2 with Ben and 1 with an understudy. I honestly believe you'll love the show no matter who the lead is. This is Broadway folks. They're not putting someone in to do the lead of a 7-figure-per-week grossing show that doesn't have tremendous talent.
Oh absolutely - I know that. But when you have followed one actor's journey with a show as I have for awhile now, of course you want to see that actor if you can. At this point, I just want to make sure I can get tickets at all, without spending the equivalent of a house mortgage to do it!
"
Why did you wait so long to buy tickets then?
BwayCan
Swing Joined: 8/9/17
#19Ben Platt's last day
Posted: 8/10/17 at 1:19pm
"Why did you wait so long to buy tickets then?"
Easy now.... I live in Canada and just confirmed flights for a November trip to New York last week.... this is my first and only opportunity to see the show.
#20Ben Platt's last day
Posted: 8/10/17 at 1:20pm
I had planned to come to NYC later in November and DEH is on the top of my list this time. After reading that Ben's contract might end on 11/12, I moved my trip up and was able to snag a ticket on Telecharge for 11/8, the day I will arrive in NYC. I know the understudy is also reported to be amazing, but I've been following this show's progress with Ben from Off-Broadway to Broadway and the Tony Awards. It will be even more meaningful if it's one of his last performances in DEH. I adore the cast recording. So excited!
BwayCan
Swing Joined: 8/9/17
#21Ben Platt's last day
Posted: 8/10/17 at 1:23pm
Miles2Go2 said: "I had planned to come to NYC later in November and DEH is on the top of my list this time. After reading that Ben's contract might end on 11/12, I moved my trip up and was able to snag a ticket on Telecharge for 11/8, the day I will arrive in NYC. I know the understudy is also reported to be amazing, but I've been following this show's progress with Ben from Off-Broadway to Broadway and the Tony Awards. It will be even more meaningful if it's one of his last performances in DEH. I adore the cast recording. So excited!
Congrats on landing a ticket! I have been checking Telecharge religiously for Nov 9-12 but nothing yet, so that gives me hope!
#22Ben Platt's last day
Posted: 8/10/17 at 2:09pm
I bought my ticket for the November 8 evening performance on July 15 and I was lucky to find a ticket then. Best wishes!
#23Ben Platt's last day
Posted: 8/10/17 at 2:38pm
I really hope you get to see the show during your trip!
I have a feeling they'll release more tickets but most likely at premium prices. Good luck!!!
BwayCan
Swing Joined: 8/9/17
#24Ben Platt's last day
Posted: 8/10/17 at 2:41pm
Wick3 said: "I really hope you get to see the show during your trip!
I have a feeling they'll release more tickets but most likely at premium prices. Good luck!!!
Thanks, I appreciate that - and if I have to pay premium prices, I will, especially if it is one of his last performances. It's only money, right? :P
Margo319
Broadway Legend Joined: 5/28/15
#25Ben Platt's last day
Posted: 8/10/17 at 3:37pm
November 12th. It's been sold out for almost six months. He has told people his contract ends in November. So, it makes sense.
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