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COMPANY starring Katrina Lenk and Patti LuPone will open March 22

Danasi
#1025Phone rings, door chimes, in comes COMPANY!
Posted: 2/11/20 at 1:19pm

I posted this in the discount codes thread, but thought people here might be interested too

 

Playbill has a discount code up for Company. It's COMPBL120

Valid Thru: June 6, 2020

SAVE UP TO $50!*

Orchestra from $99
(Regular Price: $149-$179)

Mezzanine from $59
(Regular Price: $99-$179)

 

Offer good for performances 3/3/20 - 6/6/20. Dates, times, prices and cast subject to change without notice. Pricing valid for select performances. Blackout dates include 3/22/20, 5/23/20, 5/24/20, and all Saturday evenings.

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ljay889
#1026Phone rings, door chimes, in comes COMPANY!
Posted: 2/13/20 at 11:52pm

There was a "Galentines" press event tonight. We should expect some interviews and performance clips tomorrow. There are some brief clips of "Someone Is Waiting" on Twitter, and I really like what Lenk is doing it with it. She is also singing in the same key as Rosalie. 

 

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ljay889
#1027Phone rings, door chimes, in comes COMPANY!
Posted: 2/14/20 at 7:11am

An extended clip of “Someone is Waiting.” I’m definitely a fan of this.
https://twitter.com/diepthought/status/1228184124768186368?s=21

Updated On: 2/14/20 at 07:11 AM

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binau
#1028Phone rings, door chimes, in comes COMPANY!
Posted: 2/14/20 at 1:48pm

Quality of the recording not the best but it is clear that gurlll can act a song!


"You can't overrate Bernadette Peters. She is such a genius. There's a moment in "Too Many Mornings" and Bernadette doing 'I wore green the last time' - It's a voice that is just already given up - it is so sorrowful. Tragic. You can see from that moment the show is going to be headed into such dark territory and it hinges on this tiny throwaway moment of the voice." - Ben Brantley (2022) "Bernadette's whole, stunning performance [as Rose in Gypsy] galvanized the actors capable of letting loose with her. Bernadette's Rose did take its rightful place, but too late, and unseen by too many who should have seen it" Arthur Laurents (2009) "Sondheim's own favorite star performances? [Bernadette] Peters in ''Sunday in the Park,'' Lansbury in ''Sweeney Todd'' and ''obviously, Ethel was thrilling in 'Gypsy.'' Nytimes, 2000

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#1029Phone rings, door chimes, in comes COMPANY!
Posted: 2/14/20 at 1:51pm

I agree. Not many actors can pull off hand gestures and movements like she does, she also did a lot of that in TBV. Elaine Stritch was another expert at acting a song with her hands.

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Miserent
#1030Phone rings, door chimes, in comes COMPANY!
Posted: 2/14/20 at 4:05pm

I think she sounds fantastic and I love her interpretation. What a unique performer, I really can’t wait for this production.

LoriBelle2
#1031Phone rings, door chimes, in comes COMPANY!
Posted: 2/16/20 at 1:16pm

Stoked for this. It’s a shame Rosalie Craig has not transferred but I know she has a young daughter so I understand.

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Valentina3
#1032Phone rings, door chimes, in comes COMPANY!
Posted: 2/16/20 at 2:24pm

Just got tickets for April. I'm so excited Phone rings, door chimes, in comes COMPANY!


Caption: Every so often there was a rare moment of perfect balance when I soared above him.

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YvanEhtNioj
#1033Phone rings, door chimes, in comes COMPANY!
Posted: 2/19/20 at 9:43am

Got a ticket to the first preview - Orch J 7. It's lit.


Miss Keisha? Miss Keisha? Miss Keishhhaaaa?

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#1034Phone rings, door chimes, in comes COMPANY!
Posted: 2/21/20 at 12:18am

Here’s a sneak peek at some of the costumes and the new title letters lit up on stage!

https://www.instagram.com/p/B80FF5NJDm0/?igshid=16tykyx2jpuww

Updated On: 2/21/20 at 12:18 AM

hearthemsing22
#1035Phone rings, door chimes, in comes COMPANY!
Posted: 2/21/20 at 7:28am

I have a feeling this will be a hot ticket. Going to try to get mine ASAP 

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YvanEhtNioj
#1036Phone rings, door chimes, in comes COMPANY!
Posted: 2/21/20 at 8:32am

I like how she gas the red jumpsuit instead of the dress


Miss Keisha? Miss Keisha? Miss Keishhhaaaa?

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steven22
#1037Phone rings, door chimes, in comes COMPANY!
Posted: 2/21/20 at 8:38am

ljay889 said: "Here’s a sneak peek at some of the costumes and the new title letters lit up on stage!

https://www.instagram.com/p/B80FF5NJDm0/?igshid=16tykyx2jpuww
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Very excited. I'll be at the first preview!

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#1038Phone rings, door chimes, in comes COMPANY!
Posted: 2/21/20 at 11:19am

Finally, the official cast photo shoot is released to EW. It includes commentary from Marianne Elliot. They all look amazing.

https://ew.com/theater/company-broadway-revival-cast-photos/

This must be the window card and it’s FABULOUS.

Updated On: 2/21/20 at 11:19 AM

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#1039Phone rings, door chimes, in comes COMPANY!
Posted: 2/21/20 at 11:23am

That must be the window card, and it’s FABULOUS.

Also, “Another Hundred People” has been changed on Broadway to reflect the feeling of being single and trying to find love on dating apps.

Updated On: 2/21/20 at 11:23 AM

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#1040Phone rings, door chimes, in comes COMPANY!
Posted: 2/21/20 at 11:23am

Super cute


Miss Keisha? Miss Keisha? Miss Keishhhaaaa?

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raddersons
#1041Phone rings, door chimes, in comes COMPANY!
Posted: 2/21/20 at 11:25am

Why does Patti look photoshopped in last minute?

hearthemsing22
#1042Phone rings, door chimes, in comes COMPANY!
Posted: 2/21/20 at 11:31am

I will not buy another theater ticket. I will not buy another theater ticket. I will not---BUT LOOK HOW PRETTTY THE GRAPHICS ARE!!! Look at the cast!!! GAH 

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#1043Phone rings, door chimes, in comes COMPANY!
Posted: 2/21/20 at 11:56am

The pictures are cute and really like what Elliot’s saying. We see so many updated revivals it shows that feel very forced, but everything I’ve seen/heard of this take on Company feels natural. I wasn’t aware of how they switched the dynamic between Jenny and David until I read this, but hearing of it I now think it’s a very smart idea.The changes reflect modern day but still feel very true to the original source material.
Company is one of those shows that hasn’t aged poorly due to some very strong writing in both the score and libretto, but it can still feel a bit outdated at times. I specifically remember going with a group to see a college production and one person was talking about how it was the most sexist show she’d ever seen in her life. I’m not quite sure how she got to that conclusion, even if you see the show as being sexist, there’s definitely more outdated works concerning gender, but the point still stands that some will think the show doesn’t fit modern times, and it seems like this production has gone out of its way to do so.
For the record, that college production wasn’t exactly good, so maybe the poor performances in it might’ve influenced her thought on the show and emphasized what she saw as sexism. I personally don’t find the show offensive when it comes to gender as the men are equally as flawed as the women.
Anyway, I’ll be interested when this version of the show becomes available to amateurs. I think a lot of people will jump at the chance to do it. I also wonder if some productions will try to combine elements of the original and the new version. As someone who hasn’t seen the new version yet (but I’m seeing it soon) I don’t know if they’ll be able to do that or not, but I guess I’ll find out once I watch this production.

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#1044Phone rings, door chimes, in comes COMPANY!
Posted: 2/21/20 at 11:56am

ljay889 said: "That must be the window card, and it’s FABULOUS.

Also, “Another Hundred People” has been changed on Broadway to reflect thefeeling of being single and trying to find love on dating apps.
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This is quite a significant change, but it is good to hear that they are doing something that might fix the awful staging of that number, which in my opinion was the weakest part. Also, the large company letters look like they are going to fill the stage a lot better than the cheap Company neon sign during songs like "Being Alive" (assuming it is used then). In addition to replacing Craig, it honestly sounds like this revival is improving on the London production. I have high hopes.

In terms of sales, it's hard because sometimes it can be difficult to gauge if telecharge is fully transparent about available seats and in some cases they disguise it. But if it is transparent, it's looking like this show will have a solid start - add some great reviews, positive word of mouth and some Tonys and I think there is a good chance it can make a profit!!


"You can't overrate Bernadette Peters. She is such a genius. There's a moment in "Too Many Mornings" and Bernadette doing 'I wore green the last time' - It's a voice that is just already given up - it is so sorrowful. Tragic. You can see from that moment the show is going to be headed into such dark territory and it hinges on this tiny throwaway moment of the voice." - Ben Brantley (2022) "Bernadette's whole, stunning performance [as Rose in Gypsy] galvanized the actors capable of letting loose with her. Bernadette's Rose did take its rightful place, but too late, and unseen by too many who should have seen it" Arthur Laurents (2009) "Sondheim's own favorite star performances? [Bernadette] Peters in ''Sunday in the Park,'' Lansbury in ''Sweeney Todd'' and ''obviously, Ethel was thrilling in 'Gypsy.'' Nytimes, 2000

NEC2412
#1045Phone rings, door chimes, in comes COMPANY!
Posted: 2/21/20 at 12:04pm

I just saw an ad for a flash sale for $89 tickets on instagram but lost the ad can cannot find it anymore? Am I mistaken? Can anyone confirm the code if this exists? Thanks! 

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Kad
#1046Phone rings, door chimes, in comes COMPANY!
Posted: 2/21/20 at 12:09pm

The code is CMFLASH21 and is valid for performances through 4/12, except Saturdays. It's still working- just tested. 


"...everyone finally shut up, and the audience could enjoy the beginning of the Anatevka Pogram in peace."

NEC2412
#1047Phone rings, door chimes, in comes COMPANY!
Posted: 2/21/20 at 12:10pm

Thank you! 

Pashacar
#1048Phone rings, door chimes, in comes COMPANY!
Posted: 2/21/20 at 12:31pm

I hate to bring down the mood, but is anyone else not really excited for this? I was thrilled to hear of a high-profile revival but then casting got me down. Was not a big fan of Lenk in TBV, and her rendition of Someone Is Waiting really did not work for me.

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binau
#1049Phone rings, door chimes, in comes COMPANY!
Posted: 2/21/20 at 12:40pm

That might be a little disappointing if you're not a fan, but I suspect the 'whole is greater than the sum of its parts' - and with so many scenes and songs by the supporting cast (including LuPone) you will probably still have a good time even if you're not a fan of Lenk. 


"You can't overrate Bernadette Peters. She is such a genius. There's a moment in "Too Many Mornings" and Bernadette doing 'I wore green the last time' - It's a voice that is just already given up - it is so sorrowful. Tragic. You can see from that moment the show is going to be headed into such dark territory and it hinges on this tiny throwaway moment of the voice." - Ben Brantley (2022) "Bernadette's whole, stunning performance [as Rose in Gypsy] galvanized the actors capable of letting loose with her. Bernadette's Rose did take its rightful place, but too late, and unseen by too many who should have seen it" Arthur Laurents (2009) "Sondheim's own favorite star performances? [Bernadette] Peters in ''Sunday in the Park,'' Lansbury in ''Sweeney Todd'' and ''obviously, Ethel was thrilling in 'Gypsy.'' Nytimes, 2000


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