Could someone please explain The Coast of Utopia to me?

[ElphieDefiesGravity]

Posted: 12/25/06 at 3:25pm

I understand that there are three separate plays and that only the first two have opened, but are the actors the same? If so, how do they do more than one play at a time? I'm so confused. Thanks.

[Heybeenfood]

Posted: 12/25/06 at 3:28pm

All the actors are the same, even though most of them play different characters in each show. They are an amazing cast. I urge everyone to see the show.

[Mattbrain]

Posted: 12/25/06 at 3:37pm

Ugh, I wish I could get out to New York and see it. But it would be a challenge and a half convincing my dad to get tickets. He only likes musicals. If it weren't for illegal you-know-whats, I would have never seen Brooklyn (yes, Brooklyn).

[queendork]

Posted: 12/25/06 at 4:08pm

Check out the show's website...
Coast of Utopia.com

[Katurian2]

Posted: 12/25/06 at 5:12pm

Most every actor has a role in each part of the trilogy, however, in many cases it changes. Each play stands on its own, however it is best to see them all in sucession to build emotional connectivity to the characters. There are marathon days in which every part of the trilogy is performed in order. It is taxing on the actors, however, they continue on nonetheless. I highly recommend seeing these plays. They are in a word amazing.

[ElphieDefiesGravity]

Posted: 12/25/06 at 5:15pm

Okay, thanks. But, I still don't understand- on non-marathon days, is each show performed individually? If so, how do the actors do that?

[Yankeefan007]

Posted: 12/25/06 at 5:24pm

The shows aren't performed at the same time, they're performed one after another. On non-marathon weekends, one part is done at 2 o'clock, the next is done at 8 o'clock. Every night of the week, one part is done.
Updated On: 12/25/06 at 05:24 PM

[ElphieDefiesGravity]

Posted: 12/25/06 at 6:42pm

Thank you, that was exactly what I was trying to figure out.

[Katurian2]

Posted: 12/25/06 at 7:38pm

Well Part One is romance and has an amazing performance from Billy Crudup.Part Two is the same characters coming of age and confronting reality. Many people say this is the best part, however, I personally love number one.

[Heybeenfood]

Posted: 12/25/06 at 8:07pm

See all of them! Once you see one, you will be dying to see the rest. And start in order too.

[Yankeefan007]

Posted: 12/25/06 at 8:11pm

In my opinion, Part I was very good, but had no bearing on the central story. There were a bunch of extraneous characters (the Bakunin Family) that, while served a purpose for developing Michael, seemed like a waste. It reminded me of a soap opera, and if I wanted to see one of those, I could just turn on All My Children. That said, the performances were brilliant and the staging was exquisite.

Part II is where the action really happens. It's the most dazzling piece I've ever seen on a stage, featuring 2 expertly crafted performances from Jennifer Ehle and Brian F. O'Byrne (who prove why they are 2 of New York's most gifted actors). I highly recommend it.

[jewishboy]

Posted: 12/25/06 at 8:51pm

I agree. Voyage is a beautifull and thrilling beginning, but I feel that it needs Shipwrecked to make it complete. Go see all of them, but if you have to choose one go with Shipwrecked.

[GYPSY1527]

Posted: 1/2/07 at 6:22pm

I actually made a point of buying tickets (student tix) to all three parts to really absorb the entire play. That being said, I saw the first two parts and have to agree with Yankee. Although I adored Amy Irving in Voyage it did seem like a soap opera, one that I enjoyed non the less. Jennifer Elhe and Billy Crudup were such fantastic standouts along with Bryne.

Pertaining to the orchestral and transitional music, did anyone else besides myself adore it? I felt it perfectly captured the story and would love to obtain a copy if it ever becomes avilable.

[jewishboy]

Posted: 1/2/07 at 6:31pm

I loved everyhting about it. So, yes the music was wonderful .