Billy Elliot The Musical — Page 40

I see! Thanks both of you for such a quick response. Ive been reading back with interest at some of the older posts, what a fantastic board.

Thanks Alan, I agree with everything you said, I think it's important to mention the other cast members without whom there would not be a show. For a production to be able to paint a picture of life during that time, that is understood by the audience, well, what can I say.

Again I would love to hear peoples views on the other members of the cast.

Going to see George tomorrow night....will seem sad as I last watched it on James and Ashley's last night...Nevertheless I know it will be a fantastic show....as always lol! Looking forward to the boxing scene between you and Brad, George...you always have me in stitches in that scene. Got tickets for the 3rd of December too...YIPPEE..row C in the stalls.

hey Pegusus... just wanted to say: GRRRREAT site! i go there, (lyyke) every day!

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Pegasus Tim Healey is the best!! He will be a hard act to follow especially with his gruff exterior that gradually mellows as the show progresses and he takes great pride in Billy's achievements.It is clear that he is a great support for the BIllys both on and off stage. I have seen his understudies and while they are good enough there is just that undefineable extra something that sets Tim apart.

Updated On: 10/8/05 at 07:02 AM

The audience at todays matinee (including self) were stunned to see Michael Jackson and entourage in the front stalls. ( Michael staying at the Dorchester Hotel in London). There were more police outside than in the show,plus screams at halftime from the audience who spotted him and had to be told to return to their seats before the second half would commence. A late entrance and an early departure by Michael who seemed to thoroughly enjoy the show all led to an amazing atmosphere made all the better by a stunning performance from Leon and Joey who did not seem at all fazed at the celebrity in their midst.While these two young lads are on board the show is in very capable hands that is for sure. Wow after todays excitements roll on Posh and Becks visit.

Updated On: 10/8/05 at 12:45 PM

Of the understudys I have seen, Daniel Coll impresses me the most. The show could do far worse if Tim leaves than put it in Daniels capable hands. He also has chameleon like qualities on stage portraying the different parts during the show. Gillian has a great voice, is a good actor but for me doesn't quite "fill" the stage like Haydn does. I don't think it is that she isn't very good at the part, she is but Haydn is quite simply amazing.

I also agree with the comment about Alex, it doesn't quite work. The matinee show the day James left. George was playing Billy and both Gillian and Alex were understudying. "Born to Boogie" just didn't seem to work that day.

As for people leaving, it will be a real shame if Steve Elias leaves as filling his shoes will not be an easy task either.

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Jackson mobbed in first UK appearance since acquittal

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News Pictures: Michael Jackson Leaves Billy Elliot

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http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/music/4321716.stm

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now I'm seriously wondering why Michael Jackson came to see Billy Elliot...

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The second time I saw Billy Elliot, Graham Norton was 3 rows in front of us with his male 'friend'. When everyone in the stalls was standing up at the end, he was practically the only one I could see not standing...