Just noting here that there was no invited dress rehearsal for this show, so tomorrow’s first preview will be their first time back with an audience.
Broadway Legend Joined: 1/25/20
phan24 said: "Just noting here that there was no invited dress rehearsal for this show, so tomorrow’s first preview will be their first time back with an audience."
Actually, there was one last night. I was there.
We have tix for a week from tomorrow, Monday the 22nd. It’ll be the first professional production I’ve ever seen of the show live, after memorizing the cast album some 50 years ago. Need to keep our expectations within reason :
Broadway Star Joined: 8/7/11
BCfitasafiddle said: "phan24 said: "Just noting here that there was no invited dress rehearsal for this show, so tomorrow’s first preview will be their first time back with an audience."
Actually, there was one last night. I was there."
How was it?
Broadway Legend Joined: 1/25/20
fosterfan2 said: "BCfitasafiddle said: "phan24 said: "Just noting here that there was no invited dress rehearsal for this show, so tomorrow’s first preview will be their first time back with an audience."
Actually, there was one last night. I was there."
How was it?"
It was everything I dreamt it would since two years ago when it was announced. Cast is in top notch shape and they are loving, cherishing, and relishing every moment of the piece since being away from it for so long. LuPone? On fire. Lenk? Heartbreaking, charming, lovable, and her voice has grown stronger and stronger with the material.
Those of you going tomorrow are in for a treat. Actually, anyone going to any performance of this production is in for a treat.
Featured Actor Joined: 3/1/10
How many people attended? Who were they? What are their roles ?
Broadway Legend Joined: 1/25/20
BdwyFan said: "How many people attended? Who were they? What are their roles ?"
Roles? I don't know what you mean.
Featured Actor Joined: 3/1/10
I mean: who attended the invited dress?performers, Producers, etc? How many people were there ? Full?
Featured Actor Joined: 9/2/21
Excited about tonight as well! I imagine it’s going to be a great crowd and an electric performance.
Broadway Legend Joined: 4/22/21
After missing the show by about a week thanks to the shutdown, I used my Audience Rewards to book for my birthday in January. Seems apropos.
That Tiny Desk concert is...odd. Lenk is predictably pitchy, the banter seems unnaturally scripted, and everyone looks kind of uncomfortable.
There are party hats by each seat tonight.
Also, the first preview Playbill sticker says “I’d Like to Propose a Toast, Company, Back on Broadway, November 15, 2021”.
In line now. They’re passing out free Company facemasks to everyone!
Jordan Catalano said: "In line now. They’re passing out free Company facemasks to everyone!"
Are they the “Keep a Tender Distance, So We’ll Both Be Free” masks they’ve been selling online since the darkest days of the pandemic?
https://twitter.com/CompanyBway/status/1460396138071314437
Free party hat and first preview tote bag at every seat. People are wearing the party hats, isn’t that going to obstruct some people’s view of the stage stage?
Updated On: 11/15/21 at 07:42 PM
ljay889 said: "Free party hat and first preview tote bag at every seat. People are wearing the party hats, isn’t that going to obstruct some people’s view of the stage stage?"
That was my first thought… hopefully people will them off when the show starts!
bwayphreak234 said: "ljay889 said: "Free party hat and first preview tote bag at every seat. People are wearing the party hats, isn’t that going to obstruct some people’s view of the stage stage?"
That was my first thought… hopefully people will them off when the show starts!"
I hope so!
Let’s hope they make an announcement to take them off before the show starts
Broadway Star Joined: 10/6/21
everythingtaboo said: "After missing the show by about a week thanks to the shutdown, I used my Audience Rewards to book for my birthday in January. Seems apropos."
I like this idea- I’m calling tomorrow and grabbing a ticket for my birthday in May!
HOW IS THE SHOW EVEN BETTER THAN IT WAS BEFORE??
Marianne Elliot introduced the show and then the curtain raised on the entire cast in a line, to welcome us back. Lots of tears and then Patti stepped forward to say how she dedicates the show to Sondheim, who walked in a few moments earlier to a standing ovation. Yes, our Lord and Savior is here tonight.
Tonight is magic.
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