Bette Midler Confirms Broadway Return in HELLO DOLLY- Page 35

[Dollypop]

Hello, Dolly#850

Posted: 2/3/17 at 6:45pm

Be wary of these rumors. Everyone connected with the production signed a non-disclosure clause . They can lose their jobs if the talk about any aspect if the show.

"Long live God!" (GODSPELL)

Updated On: 2/5/17 at 06:45 PM

[Musical Master]

Hello, Dolly#851

Posted: 2/5/17 at 8:36pm

I wonder if we'll get footage from the rehearsals or a sneak peek soon.

[Call_me_jorge]

Hello, Dolly#852

Posted: 2/5/17 at 8:47pm

Dollypop said: "Be wary of these rumors. Everyone connected with the production signed a non-disclosure clause . They can lose their jobs if the talk about any aspect if the show.

 

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How would they be able to pinpoint who in the cast said anything, though? 

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[GreasedLightning]

Hello, Dolly#853

Posted: 2/5/17 at 8:48pm

Dollypop said: "Be wary of these rumors. Everyone connected with the production signed a non-disclosure clause . They can lose their jobs if the talk about any aspect if the show.

 

"

...how do you think rumors spread in the first place? NDAs are broken every day. 

[Hairspray0901]

Hello, Dolly#854

Posted: 2/6/17 at 12:01pm

https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/First-Row-Orchestra-Seats-on-Sale-for-Broadways-HELLO-DOLLY-20170206

$750!!! No thank you. lol

[RippedMan]

Hello, Dolly#855

Posted: 2/6/17 at 12:48pm

I know! I missed buying tickets for my birthday - their first week of previews - and was like "Oh, I'll just splurge for a front row ticket."  - thinking it'd be like $200. I was sooo sooo wrong. Who the **** can afford this?! I was hoping for at least a rush, but I guess not.

[smidge]

Hello, Dolly#856

Posted: 2/6/17 at 12:53pm

Unless it included dinner with Bette and a lap dance from Gavin Creel,  there is no way I would spend that much

[n2nbaby]

Hello, Dolly#857

Posted: 2/6/17 at 12:55pm

I don't think I've ever been so happy about buying my $89 tickets so far in advance LOL The resale market is going to have a field day with this show.

[ljay889]

Hello, Dolly#858

Posted: 2/6/17 at 4:54pm

a beautiful interview with Donna Murphy!

http://www.etonline.com/features/209442_donna_murphy_talks_hello_dolly_and_bette_midler/

[Wick3]

Hello, Dolly#859

Posted: 2/6/17 at 11:22pm

RippedMan said: "I know! I missed buying tickets for my birthday - their first week of previews - and was like "Oh, I'll just splurge for a front row ticket."  - thinking it'd be like $200. I was sooo sooo wrong. Who the **** can afford this?! I was hoping for at least a rush, but I guess not."

I have a feeling the producers or someone in their pricing team must be studying the resale market. If the average price of center orch is being sold for over $800 on stubhub right now for a weekend performance, then it makes sense for the box office to price a front row seat for $750. 

Hamilton sells $849 premium seats. If this show wins the Tony for Best Revival and if Bette wins the Tony as well, I can only imagine how much premium tix will cost this summer! 

 

 

[RippedMan]

Hello, Dolly#860

Posted: 2/7/17 at 2:14am

I wold just like to see the show for my birthday. But oh well. 

[LimelightMike]

Hello, Dolly#861

Posted: 2/8/17 at 11:03pm

Is Better expected to do matinee? I'm sure it's been covered, but I'm lazy. Lol

[BroadwayConcierge]

Hello, Dolly#862

Posted: 2/8/17 at 11:08pm

LimelightMike said: "Is Better expected to do matinee? I'm sure it's been covered, but I'm lazy. Lol"

Yup. Expected for all performances except Tuesday nights on and after June 13.

Edit: Actually, I just checked the Telecharge page and this disclaimer is on its Overview page -- 

*On Tuesdays beginning June 13, 2017, the role of Dolly Levi will be played by Donna Murphy. Donna Murphy will also perform the role of Dolly Levi on June 27 - July 2, July 5 - 9, Sunday evening - July 30, September 6 - 10, Sunday evening - October 15, Monday evening - October 30, November 1 - 5, Friday - November 24 @ 2pm,  and Sunday evening - January 7.

Updated On: 2/8/17 at 11:08 PM

[LimelightMike]

Hello, Dolly#863

Posted: 2/9/17 at 12:50am

Yeah, I caught that one. Thanks.

I'm specifically curious about the Wednesday, May 24th matinee. I figure TONY voters will be in-and-out during this time, so, I'm hoping she'll be on at that performance...

[MrsSallyAdams]

Hello, Dolly#864

Posted: 2/9/17 at 4:52pm

Matt Baume interviewed Dan Savage on his podcast today. The discussion turns to musical theater and Bette Midler's Hello Dolly! comes up at the 25 minute mark.

Dan reminds Matt that Cornelius is a 33 year old virgin who was originated by Charles Nelson Reilly. They conclude that Josh Gad would be ideal casting today if it was done in the spirit of the show. 

http://podbay.fm/show/983828051/e/1486627260?autostart=1

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Updated On: 2/9/17 at 04:52 PM

[QueenAlice]

Hello, Dolly#865

Posted: 2/9/17 at 5:13pm

They have been loading in the set this week at the Shubert theater, and I briefly caught sight of the stage yesterday when the door was open. I can't tell if the designs are exact duplicates of the original Broadway production but they are very similar.

[Comden Green]

Hello, Dolly#866

Posted: 2/9/17 at 5:50pm

MrsSallyAdams said: "Matt Baume interviewed Dan Savage on his podcast today. The discussion turns to musical theater and Bette Midler's Hello Dolly! comes up at the 25 minute mark.

Dan reminds Matt that Cornelius is a 33 year old virgin who was originated by Charles Nelson Reilly. They conclude that Josh Gad would be ideal casting today if it was done in the spirit of the show. 

http://podbay.fm/show/983828051/e/1486627260?autostart=1

 

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I'm afraid I prefer my Cornelius in the style of Michael Crawford.  

[BrodyFosse123]

Hello, Dolly#867

Posted: 2/9/17 at 7:03pm

Well, Michael Crawford was cast in the style of Charles Nelson Reilly, who played Cornelius in the original 1964 Broadway production.  

[Comden Green]

Hello, Dolly#868

Posted: 2/9/17 at 9:10pm

I had never seen any similarity between the two of them.   

Crawford just feels more Cornelius to me.  

[LimelightMike]

Hello, Dolly#869

Posted: 2/12/17 at 10:36pm

B-U-M-P!

[Patti LuPone FANatic]

Hello, Dolly#870

Posted: 2/13/17 at 7:06am

I'm in a rush to go to work, but two quick questions:  Who will be the standby/understudy for Bette Midler?  Perhaps this has been answered before,  but I can't go thru 34 pages just right now.  Thanks...Roman in Austin, Texas (a blue city in a sea of red)

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[djoko84]

Hello, Dolly#871

Posted: 2/13/17 at 7:45am

How much were they selling orchestra tickets for originally? I saw a guy on ebay had a copy of his ticket and it was $189 in the front mezzanine. Was orchestra the same price or higher?

Updated On: 2/13/17 at 07:45 AM

[AC126748]

Hello, Dolly#872

Posted: 2/13/17 at 8:14am

I assume that Linda Mugleston will be the regular understudy.

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[Hairspray0901]

Hello, Dolly#873

Posted: 2/13/17 at 10:03am

djoko84 said: "How much were they selling orchestra tickets for originally? I saw a guy on ebay had a copy of his ticket and it was $189 in the front mezzanine. Was orchestra the same price or higher?

 

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I bought 2 left orchestra tickets (row N) for $179 each with fees, a few days after they went on sale. $189 seems to make sense.

[Valentina3]

Hello, Dolly#874

Posted: 2/21/17 at 4:58pm

I was just listening to Before The Parade Passes By from the movie soundtrack and was somehow transported to a theater, imagining Bette Midler performing that song. I'm SO excited ugh!

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