Dear Evan Hansen OFFICIALLY opening on Broadway — Page 4

ClumsyDude15 said: "I believe it's briefly mentioned at one point that it takes place in California. It also would explain why they are in summer clothes the entire time."



There's a reference to Colorado, where it isn't set, (that's been in since DC) and the baseballs that Larry has in Act 2 are all signed by Baltimore Orioles. (I don't remember that at the first NY preview I saw but it was there by opening.) The only other geographic hint I can think of is the area code projected when Heidi calls Evan but that doesn't mean much in today's society when people move but keep their number. I'm blanking on what it is but want to say it might begin with a 9?

HSky said: "ClumsyDude15 said: "I believe it's briefly mentioned at one point that it takes place in California. It also would explain why they are in summer clothes the entire time."



There's a reference to Colorado, where it isn't set, (that's been in since DC) and the baseballs that Larry has in Act 2 are all signed by Baltimore Orioles. (I don't remember that at the first NY preview I saw but it was there by opening.) The only other geographic hint I can think of is the area code projected when Heidi calls Evan but that doesn't mean much in today's society when people move but keep their number. I'm blanking on what it is but want to say it might begin with a 9?





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there is no defined setting or location. it is ambiguous. you could probably place it most anywhere except maybe regions with distinct dialects/accents which leaves out the south and parts of the plains or midwest. safe to assume this could take place on either the west or east coast. you're right -- they never indicate the season except for at the end in the orchard but that clearly wasnt something they worried about too much nor is it very relevant to the story. i would personally agree that the suburbs outside of D.C. or Baltimore make sense but who knows.

Wow, LOTS of posts from this thread got deleted since yesterday.

To those worried about the show succeeding without a name: The Humans is doing just fine. It's possible.

The opening number is a real challenge. I really love the song. As a parent, "Anybody Have a Map" could be my anthem. The issue is you expect it to be a song about Evan, or about the families (e.g., Next to Normal's Just Another Day) not a song about the Moms. But I really like the song, and it's a great intro to the tension in the two families. I'm not sure what the solution is, or if a solution is needed. But I really hope they keep the song.

I'm sure the producers will do anything it takes to keep the show running until the Tonys, as long as it still has a good chance at Best Musical this time next year.

Broadway Forever2 said: "qolbinau said: "Curious to know what the financial prospects of this show are. If this show follows the initial momentum of Fun Home, Gentlemen's Guide and Next to Normal it would have probably been better for the show to open next spring.

I feel a little anxious because if things don't go well it might pack up shop because I can see it .





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I'm a bit worried it might close early too. It doesn't have a "name" to sell it. (i doubt Ben Platt can really sell it but I guess they can say he's from Pitch Perfect which might drive interest in young women). I' m surprised it's opening in November. Hopefully it does well.



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They can say Glee's Laura Dreyfuss

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They can say Glee's Laura Dreyfuss



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That might work... She appeared in the last season as a regular, so I bet some die-hard glee fans still remember her.

qolbinau said: "Curious to know what the financial prospects of this show are. If this show follows the initial momentum of Fun Home, Gentlemen's Guide and Next to Normal it would have probably been better for the show to open next spring.

I feel a little anxious because if things don't go well it might pack up shop and I won't be able to see it .
Yeah this is all about the timing. They need to hold off their previews until November if they can, then open in January so that the reviews and word of mouth can help them through jan/jeb... But if it makes it to Tony Time really depends on how much they can raise in their initial nut. If they're smart they will factor in the losses of January, February, and May into the initial budget so that it can run till summer; and with some Tony Awards possibly have a nice two to three year journey.

In their initial nut? You mean capitalization??

Dancingthrulife2 said: "'They can say Glee's Laura Dreyfuss'That might work... She appeared in the last season as a regular, so I bet some die-hard glee fans still remember her."

I saw every episode and couldn't place her name until I googled her so that's not great.

JM226 said: "it's also so not irrelevant. this isn't a show for celebrity appearances or star vehicles. people keep comparing it to FUN HOME and NEXT TO NORMAL so tell me when they ever cast a "star" in those shows to sell tickets? they didnt. this is a non-issue. so funny



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The huge difference is both those shows (especially Fun Home) premiered in spring relatively late so they had the benefit of the Tony's to gain exposure. As much as I loved Fun Home I doubt that show would have recouped if it didn't win best musical and have the stand out tony performance. People are worried because Evan Hansen is opening in November.



You are right that show is getting a lot of positive buzz so it's definitely possible it will be fine but i think it's understandable that some people are worried. It doesn't scream the type of show tourists will flock too for instance.

Updated On: 5/26/16 at 05:51 PM

KnewItWhenIWasInFron said: "So,,,, the Schoenfeld?



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