#101
Posted: 11/21/14 at 11:12pm
When was that posted? I think the Imperial rumor was also on there a couple days ago.
Could 'The Visit' be making it to Broadway in 2015? — Page 5
#102
Posted: 11/21/14 at 11:16pm
lJAY
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#103
Posted: 11/21/14 at 11:17pm
That would be a really tough theater to fill, but the stage is so right for the show.
#104
Posted: 11/22/14 at 12:13am
wouldn't you think Cameron would want the Broadway for Saigon?
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#105
Posted: 11/25/14 at 8:58pm
philly Pinto, I don't think anyone is under the illusion that The Visit will become a massive runaway smash hit that runs for years.....which is fine, not everything needs to be!
#106
Posted: 11/25/14 at 9:03pm
Glitter, when did i ever say that i would be a "massive runaway smash hit." I know it won't be lol. random...
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#107
Posted: 11/25/14 at 9:17pm
sorry for not finishing my train of thought lol it's been a long day
If The Visit goes into that theatre for a limited or "foreseably short" run, it doesn't really conflict with Cameron Mackintosh wanting to put Miss Saigon there....he/we needn't worry about The Visit occupying it for a year or longer, you know?
If The Visit goes into that theatre for a limited or "foreseably short" run, it doesn't really conflict with Cameron Mackintosh wanting to put Miss Saigon there....he/we needn't worry about The Visit occupying it for a year or longer, you know?
#108
Posted: 11/25/14 at 9:32pm
The show has a huge set and no big box office stars, so who is going to put money behind a show with what would amount to a plan of not recouping its investment?!
#109
Posted: 11/25/14 at 9:41pm
^ Producers and investors who respect the fact that this will be the last chance to see the legendary Chita Rivera in a big juicy role in a new Kander & Ebb musical. Also the Shuberts are willing to house it because of the artists involved, and the fact that Mcnally's It's Only a Play is such a smash for them. And that's why this will most likely happen.
Btw, while the set is huge, it's not a complicated and automated set. The set doesn't change. A few pieces and props roll on throughout the show.
Btw, while the set is huge, it's not a complicated and automated set. The set doesn't change. A few pieces and props roll on throughout the show.
Updated On: 11/25/14 at 09:41 PM
#110
Posted: 11/25/14 at 11:01pm
I like Chita and K&E, so far be it from me to care if anyone makes money in the process. It just seems a bit altruistic, which never blends well with capitalism.
#111
Posted: 11/25/14 at 11:18pm
I would say it's more of a "thank you" than altruism. McNally has given them a huge hit (one that, if cast well, could run a couple seasons) and is making the Shuberts a good deal of money.
There's probably also a certain "prestige" factor in presenting the show as well, the same way the Nederlanders presented a very limited engagement of Follies, knowing full-well that given how short it's run would be, turning a profit would be damn near impossible.
There's probably also a certain "prestige" factor in presenting the show as well, the same way the Nederlanders presented a very limited engagement of Follies, knowing full-well that given how short it's run would be, turning a profit would be damn near impossible.
#112
Posted: 11/25/14 at 11:25pm
There's a slew of reasons why someone would produce a show that won't turn a profit, especially as adamgreer said, if you can keep the people who make you money in other cases happy by doing it. I also imagine there's a whole deal of respect and sentiment for veterans like McNally, Rivera, John Kander, and Fred Ebb. Adamgreer, I think your mention of FOLLIES is a good example. This could also be a passion show for the producers, one they know won't make money but one they would be proud to be associated with. Either way, a new Kander & Ebb show starring Chita Rivera would be a welcome addition to any season.
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#113
Posted: 11/25/14 at 11:29pm
And it could win a Tony or two. Even if I like the FUN HOME score better, I'd still vote for K&E over Tesori and Kron out of adoration if I were a voter. And Chita.
#114
Posted: 11/25/14 at 11:41pm
Adamgreer sums it up wonderfully.
#115
Posted: 11/25/14 at 11:59pm
It also probably won't be that high budgeted of a show based on what I've heard about it, so they might be willing to lose money for prestige on lower budget shows. Movie producers do it all the time (like anybody who produces Wes Anderson movies).Ether way, I would love for it to come to Broadway so I can find the 4th show for my trip to New York this spring.
Updated On: 11/25/14 at 11:59 PM
#116
Posted: 11/26/14 at 1:22am
I heard that 1 in 5 Broadway shows actually make their money back...that is so sad! But yea anyway, do you guys actually think Les Mis is gonna close soon? It hasn't been doing bad at the box office
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#118
Posted: 12/9/14 at 7:17pm
According to Riedel it's happening:
http://nypost.com/2014/12/09/spoiler-alert-the-visit-plans-to-open-on-broadway-this-spring/
http://nypost.com/2014/12/09/spoiler-alert-the-visit-plans-to-open-on-broadway-this-spring/
#119
Posted: 12/9/14 at 7:37pm
Thank god. I have been patiently waiting for an announcement. Can't wait to see what theater it gets.
#120
Posted: 12/9/14 at 7:53pm
^I'm putting my money on the Longacre after You Can't Take It With You!
#121
Posted: 12/9/14 at 8:01pm
Possibly the Jacobs now after It's Only A Play since they have only extended till March 29 and are only selling tickets till then...
The Visit is only going to be a limited engagement per a friend in the industry.
The Visit is only going to be a limited engagement per a friend in the industry.
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Updated On: 12/9/14 at 08:01 PM
#122
Posted: 12/9/14 at 8:05pm
The Longacre and the Jacobs are both nice fits for the show.
#123
Posted: 12/9/14 at 8:08pm
#124
Posted: 12/9/14 at 8:12pm
I'm hoping and praying for the Longacre so I can see it on my trip in late March. If it is the Jacobs I'll miss it :o(
#125
Posted: 12/9/14 at 8:32pm
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