FLOYD COLLINS Reviews — Page 2

Kad said: "These certainly read like Jordan is now in a prime position for Best Actor, albeit in another year that is again shaping up to be rather unexciting for that category. Reviews overall don't seem to bode well for this becoming much of a hit with audiences or awards, though."

I still wouldn't count out Tom Francis. Especially if the voters end up loving that revival. What he does every night is almost taken for granted at this point.

DID THEY LIKE IT - Positive

7 positive (+ NYT Critic's Pick), 8 mixed

Updated On: 4/21/25 at 11:41 PM

DTLI Consensus: A strong central performance from Jeremy Jordan and a lush bluegrass score are among the highs you’ll find in this rather bumpy cave of wonders.

8 mixed, 7 positive (including the NYT).

https://didtheylikeit.com/shows/floyd-collins/

bear88 said: "Is this a musical where the cast album will be better than the actual show?"

The show is a cult favorite because of its original cast album. I doubt most who already love it saw the original production. I’ve admired this score for a long time, but this was the first production I’ve seen. I very much look forward to the new cast recording.

It’s a challenging show to stage and it’s a challenging show for the audience, but the score is wonderful and really put Guettel on the map. Seeing it performed live is worth the price of admission in my opinion.

bear88 said: "EDSOSLO858 said: "DTLI Consensus:A strong central performance from Jeremy Jordan and a lush bluegrass score are among the highs you’ll find in this rather bumpy cave of wonders.

8 mixed, 7 positive (including the NYT).

https://didtheylikeit.com/shows/floyd-collins/"

Holdren’s review is mixed only in the sense that she says it has some virtues.

Is this a musicalwhere the cast album will be better than the actual show?"

Very much like L5Y I think we all fell in love with this album and show is harder to digest. I was at Opening and it’s stirring. I predict 2-4 nominations for this including best revival, lead actor and a couple supporting roles. Some audience members left at intermission. It won’t be everyone’s cup of tea but it deserves its place.

CoffeeBreak said: "djoko84 said: "Kad said: "These certainly read like Jordan is now in a prime position for Best Actor, albeit in another year that is again shaping up to be rather unexciting for that category. Reviews overall don't seem to bode well for this becoming much of a hit with audiences or awards, though."

No. Darren Criss."

No. Since the spring, and these reviews. It's Jordan or Francis."

Mark my post and we can revisit it when Darren Criss wins. Unfortunately for you I'm a sore winner.

djoko84 said: "CoffeeBreak said: "djoko84 said: "Kad said: "These certainly read like Jordan is now in a prime position for Best Actor, albeit in another year that is again shaping up to be rather unexciting for that category. Reviews overall don't seem to bode well for this becoming much of a hit with audiences or awards, though."

No. Darren Criss."

No. Since the spring, and these reviews. It's Jordan or Francis."

Mark my post and we can revisit it when Darren Criss wins. Unfortunately for you I'm a sore winner."

We knew Criss would win a long time ago.

Criss v. Jordan will be a very interesting race. Two performers who gained some fame working on TV musical shows who perform a lot on Broadway. I haven’t seen Sunset but Criss and Jordan may very well be catnip for voters. I wasn’t a big fan of MHE and I don’t think Criss’ vocals are strong so I’d go with Jordan, but what do I know?

Robbie2 said: "What about Johnny -NY Post"

Nothing from him yet.

And nothing of value was lost.

Dreamboy3 said: "Criss v. Jordan will be a very interesting race. Two performers who gained some fame working on TV musical shows who perform a lot on Broadway. I haven’t seen Sunset but Criss and Jordan may very well be catnip for voters. I wasn’t a big fan of MHE and I don’t think Criss’ vocals are strong so I’d go with Jordan, but what do I know?"

I've been going back and forth from Jordan, Groff, and Criss for Lead Actor in a Musical for a bit. Jordan and Groff both seem to fit the "Strong lead in a weaker production" archetype while Criss has stronger material overall but his individual performance might not stand out as much compared to the show around him. Jordan could be seen as overdue, while Groff is clearly beloved and has the bio-musical factor in his favor. But if MHE is our Best Musical frontrunner Criss might easily be brought along for the ride.

But then again, there's Durand and Francis, both of whom also have a case for winning. It's a pretty exciting race!

Updated On: 4/22/25 at 09:19 AM

RippedMan said: "I was very impressed with Criss. The physicality was always there and I thought he gave a really strong performance."

Absolutely. I can't believe anyone would state that the success of the show was carrying him "along for the ride."

Keep in mind that Jonathan Groff will also be in the mix. I think that “Who will be nominated?” is a more valid discussion at this point. After that, who really knows? Of the potential nominees, Groff and Jordan are both former nominees, deeply entrenched in the Broadway community. Does that matter? Does it matter that Groff won last year? It appears that Dead Outlaw may be the Flavor of the Month going into awards season, and that could skew the voting as well. Declaring that one actor will absolutely win at this point is just ….silly. Too many wild cards.

Back Row said: "Keep in mind that Jonathan Groff will also be in the mix. I think that “Whowill be nominated?” is a more valid discussion at this point. After that, who really knows? Of the potential nominees, Groff and Jordan are both former nominees, deeply entrenched in the Broadway community. Does that matter? Does it matter that Groff won last year? It appears that Dead Outlaw may be the Flavor of the Month going into awards season, and that could skew the voting as well. Declaring that one actor will absolutely win at this point is just ….silly. Too many wild cards."

I’ve gathered the opposite about Dead Outlaw going into awards season. It’s 50/50 on folks who aren’t bored with it. The performances are great, but Floyd Collins is written with many more beautifully fleshed out supporting roles. The tee up for noms is on the page. We shall see.