Chavkin-directed GATSBY musical from Welch and Majok to premiere in 2024 — Page 7

joevitus said: "Kad said: "Nick is just enough of a cypher that a lot of interpretations can be read of his character. His fixation on Gatsby and indifference toward Jordan even when they are implied to be going on dates or seeing each other has been a topic of discussion for decades."

That people were capable of misreading literature decades ago doesn't make their interpretations any more valid. He isn't "fixed" on Gatsby. He's often rather repelled by him, but Gatsby is a mystery to him, as he is to us, which is why he continues to associate with him, which is why readers keep reading until they've finished the book. Jordon is a dislikable person, and Nick is telling us the story after the fact. That's why he uses the tone in describing their relationship that he does."

These discussions don’t seek to rewrite the original text but just provide a different lens through which to view it and spark deeper thinking. But I guess if you think it’s a misread than it should all stop! joevitus hath spoken. 

Kad said: "joevitus said: "Kad said: "Nick is just enough of a cypher that a lot of interpretations can be read of his character. His fixation on Gatsby and indifference toward Jordan even when they are implied to be going on dates or seeing each other has been a topic of discussion for decades."

That people were capable of misreading literature decades ago doesn't make their interpretations any more valid. He isn't "fixed" on Gatsby. He's often rather repelled by him, but Gatsby is a mystery to him, as he is to us, which is why he continues to associate with him, which is why readers keep reading until they've finished the book. Jordon is a dislikable person, and Nick is telling us the story after the fact. That's why he uses the tone in describing their relationship that he does."

These discussions don’t seek to rewrite the original text but just provide a different lens through which to view it and spark deeper thinking. But I guess if you think it’s a misread than it should all stop! joevitus hath spoken."

Glad you understand.

 

Kad said: "Nick is just enough of a cypher that a lot of interpretations can be read of his character. His fixation on Gatsby and indifference toward Jordan even when they are implied to be going on dates or seeing each other has been a topic of discussion for decades."

Yeah:

 

All eyes will be on Rachel Chavkin's Gatsby next month as her Lempicka is a flop and will close up shop in a couple and we shall see how The Great Gatsby is reviewed on Thursday and on Tuesday with Tony noms?

Just got an email expanding on the "phone-free experience," saying that Yondr pouches will be used at all performances.

https://americanrepertorytheater.org/plan-your-visit/phone-free-experience-at-gatsby

Updated On: 5/10/24 at 05:51 PM

I agree with the idea that it's most likely about preventing audio bootlegs, and the immediate social media music clip posts that go with them. Stopping video recording and phones ringing are just side benefits.

Updated On: 5/10/24 at 06:25 PM

I've been to two shows where Yondr pouches were used.  Both plays and both contained nudity in the show.  Is it possible there's nudity in this show?  I doubt they would go through all that trouble to stop people from recording the show.

It's nice that they sent out that warning. I think we've all been to a lot of first previews with a final dress vibe.

I don't mind the use of Yondr pouches, whether it's to minimize audio bootlegs or because of nudity or something else. Audio bootlegs can be an increasingly big problem for a work in development and there's no other way to keep that under control.

Heard this is the biggest production ART has ever housed. 

I'll be there Thursday and, out of respect to the production, will probably post my thoughts on Friday once it officially has a preview under its belt. Plus it will give me a chance to collect my thoughts. Immensely looking forward to this and wishing it the best! I'm so intrigued to see a different and more deconstructed look to Gatsby, considering the art deco, roaring twenties parties of it all.

“The Invited Dress Rehearsal of Gatsby Has Been Cancelled

Due to inoperable air conditioning at the Loeb Drama Center during the current heatwave, and to ensure the health and safety of our artists, audiences, and staff, we are unable to rehearse and therefore must cancel the invited dress rehearsal of Gatsby on Thursday, May 23 at 7:30PM. We are heartbroken, and we understand and share in your disappointment.

If you would still like to see the show, we will do our best to exchange your tickets into another performance. There is limited seating available in the rest of the run. We recommend choosing a performance during July 3 - August 3 to accommodate your exchange, including a newly added performance on July 7 at 7:30PM. We cannot accommodate exchanges into performances May 24 - June 5. Exchange fees and any difference in cost between performances will be waived.”

joshdog2014 said: "“The Invited Dress Rehearsal ofGatsbyHas Been Cancelled

Due to inoperable air conditioning at the Loeb Drama Center during the current heatwave, and to ensure the health and safety of our artists, audiences, and staff, we are unable to rehearse and therefore must cancel the invited dress rehearsal ofGatsbyon Thursday, May 23 at 7:30PM. We are heartbroken, and we understand and share in your disappointment.

If you would still like to see the show, we will do our best to exchange your tickets into another performance. There is limited seating available in the rest of the run. We recommend choosing a performance duringJuly 3 - August 3to accommodate your exchange,including a newly added performanceon July 7 at 7:30PM. We cannot accommodate exchanges into performancesMay 24 - June 5.Exchange fees and any difference in cost between performances will be waived.”"


I hear Chavkin was spotted backstage with HVAC pieces  


 

Updated On: 5/23/24 at 07:49 PM

Robbie2 said: "ErmengardeStopSniveling said: "It's nice that they sent out that warning. I think we've all been to a lot of first previews with a final dressvibe.

I don't mind the use of Yondr pouches, whether it's to minimize audio bootlegs or because of nudity or something else. Audio bootlegs can be an increasingly big problem for a work in development and there's no other way to keep that under control."

I'm hearing she-Chavkin just may have another mess to deal with so soon after the Lempicka fiasco. Anyone going Thursday or later this week to report back?"

You’re hearing this for a show that has never performed in front of an audience?   You’re a mind reader?