For the record, I do not work for Shea's. If someone read my profile, they would see I am a social worker. I am, however, a realist and try to understand circumstances without being irrational.
Let's think about this, shall we. Shea's offers an incredible bargain to their season patrons. A top-priced subscription package would barely get you into two full price shows in NYC. If you hate the season, buy the package, go see Jersey Boys and In The Heights, give the "disapointing shows" as gifts and consider it a bargain. To bring in "high profile expensive" shows like Jersey Boys and In The Heights, I would imagine concessions have to made elsewhere by bringing in less expensive shows. It just happens that those other shows are immensely popular.
Plus, as BDWY24 stated, things we theatre lovers consider "hits" like Avenue Q and In The Heights are huge risks for touring houses.
I think people need to think about both sides before getting all emotional and accusing people of "working for Shea's" and that PROPAGANDA REIGNS SUPREME.
jejr, when you run a hugely successful touring house in a ecomonically depressed city, get back to me. Also, if you want to send me accusatory PMs then please have yours turned on so I can respond.
BTW, it is a new production of Grease, with added songs from the film. I am happy to see it. I like Grease. Chicago is an amazing dance show and each new tour brings new interpretations. Like I said, if you dont like, dont go or give the tickets away.
Don't take Shea's Season so personally. They didn't do it to spite anyone.
"The sexual energy between the mother and son really concerns me!"-random woman behind me at Next to Normal
"I want to meet him after and bang him!"-random woman who exposed her breasts at Rock of Ages, referring to James Carpinello
