FUNNY GIRL on Broadway - Reviews & News Thread- Page 44

[CarlosAlberto]

Posted: 4/5/22 at 11:54am

 

Updated On: 4/5/22 at 11:54 AM

[CarlosAlberto]

Posted: 4/5/22 at 11:59am

Theatrelover1975 said: .

The clothes she wore in Funny Lady is accurate.

I have come across absolutely no evidence to support this claim. So I guess I'll just have to take your word for it. Whatever that's worth....

The narrative of her being homely is just false. 

No one, at least not on this forum has referred to Ms. Brice as homely, but Lana Turner she was not.
 

 

Updated On: 4/5/22 at 11:59 AM

[CarlosAlberto]

Posted: 4/5/22 at 12:06pm

CarlosAlberto said: "Theatrelover1975 said: .

The clothes she wore in Funny Lady is accurate.

I have come across absolutely no evidence to support this claim. So I guess I'll just have to take your word for it. Whatever that's worth....

The narrative of her being homely is just false.

No one, at least not on this forum has referred to Ms. Brice as homely, but Lana Turner she was not.


But I digress, carry on discussing this revival. Far be it for me to de-rail this thread. I will be seeing this tomorrow night.

And no,  I will not be sharing my thoughts on it or any other topic on this forum any longer. 

I believe I have "worn out" my welcome in these here parts.

 

[JSquared2]

Posted: 4/5/22 at 12:08pm

Bill Snibson said: "Jane or Beanie doing the pre-show would’ve made more sense but instead last night it was Harvey Fierstein telling us to turn off our cell phones. It was odd."

 

Oh FFS -- now we're "reviewing" the pre-show announcements??  You are aware that Harvey wrote the new book -- right?  Also he has one of the most recognizable voices in theatre -- if it were Jane's or Beanie's voice, who would know??

 

[BrodyFosse123]

Posted: 4/5/22 at 12:16pm

Jane Lynch’s voice was indeed recognizable and the audience reacted accordingly when her voice said the pre-show announcement.  The majority of the audience is completely unaware of Harvey’s involvement with the revival so his recognizable voice doing the pre-show announcement is fun, but they aren’t connecting the dots.  They could have had Carol Burnett doing it and had the same reaction as Harvey’s voice.  

[TaffyDavenport]

Posted: 4/5/22 at 12:19pm

After seeing all the comments about "The Music That Makes Me Dance," I gave it a listen, and, honestly, I don't think I've ever heard it before. It's a lovely song...to be sung in concert or a cabaret setting, but, as one of the final numbers of a stage musical, I can't imagine it not grinding the show to a halt, regardless of who's singing it. Just my opinion after a single listen, but it lacks "punch."

 

Updated On: 4/5/22 at 12:19 PM

[BrodyFosse123]

Posted: 4/5/22 at 12:24pm

The final curtain does not come down after “The Music That Makes Me Dance.”  There is a full scene that follows it where Nick visits Fanny in her dressing room after being released from jail.  In this revival they both then sing a duet version of “Who Are You Now?”, then after he tells Fanny they’re done and should split, he leaves and she sings “Funny Girl” which blends into the “Don’t Rain on My Parade” (Reprise).  The final curtain comes down after Beanie belts the final note, then blackout, then curtain comes down.  

[TaffyDavenport]

Posted: 4/5/22 at 12:32pm

Not sure if that post was meant for me, but I'm fully aware that it's not the final song, and I can definitely see it killing momentum that late in the show.

Updated On: 4/5/22 at 12:32 PM

[JSquared2]

Posted: 4/5/22 at 12:35pm

BrodyFosse123 said: "Jane Lynch’s voice was indeed recognizable and the audience reacted accordingly when her voice said the pre-show announcement. The majority of the audience is completely unaware of Harvey’s involvement with the revival so his recognizable voice doing the pre-show announcement is fun, but they aren’t connecting the dots. They could have had Carol Burnett doing it and had the same reaction as Harvey’s voice."

 

Sure, whatever you say.  Who knew that the old Funny Girl queens would be just as annoying as the teenage Heathers/Be More Chill/Beetlejuice stans!

[BrodyFosse123]

Posted: 4/5/22 at 1:02pm

Sure, whatever you say. Who knew that the old Funny Girl queens would be just as annoying as the teenage Heathers/Be More Chill/Beetlejuice stans!

One big difference on my end - I like to eat pickles and Magnolia Bakery Banana Pudding.  

[Sally Durant Plummer]

Posted: 4/5/22 at 1:12pm

CarlosAlberto said: "I will be seeing this tomorrow night.

And no, I will not be sharing my thoughts on it or any other topic on this forum any longer.

I believe I have "worn out" my welcome in these here parts.

Carlos, you're one of the reasons I'm still reading this thread.

 

Updated On: 4/5/22 at 01:12 PM

[Patty3]

Posted: 4/5/22 at 3:08pm

I just bought tickets for May 1 not realizing Beanie would be out. Does anyone now anything about her understudy - Ephie Arrdema? I am not too upset about this as the people I am going with don't care. I saw Beanie as Monica in American Crime Story Impeachment and I did not like her in that. I am mostly looking forward to seeing Ramin and Jayne Lynch.

[Auggie27]

Posted: 4/5/22 at 3:16pm

The latest grosses suggest: this sure looks like a hit. Not dependent on word of mouth or reviews. There’s likely a sizable audience for the piece as a brand and this iteration. Good news for everyone involved and, heading into the first summer after the relaunch: good news for Broadway. 

[Sutton Ross]

Posted: 4/5/22 at 3:20pm

Patty3 said: "I just bought tickets for May 1 not realizing Beanie would be out. Does anyone now anything about her understudy - Ephie Arrdema? I am not too upset about this as the people I am going with don't care. I saw Beanie as Monica in American Crime Story Impeachment and I did not like her in that. I am mostly looking forward to seeing Ramin and Jayne Lynch."

You will be seeing the wonderful Julie Benko actually! I am attending the show that day as well and I cannot wait for all the incredible talent on stage. Enjoy! 

Updated On: 4/5/22 at 03:20 PM

[QueenAlice]

Posted: 4/5/22 at 3:28pm

There was clearly enough brand interest / curiosity to sell out the show for its early performances, but like any other show, its going to take strong word of mouth (and some good reviews) to maintain that momentum. I think ShowScore is usually a pretty good indicator of word of mouth. "Funny Girl" is currently at 79% -- in between "Plaza Suite" (79%) and "Paradise Square" (77%). That would seem to indicate word of mouth is fairly good but not outstanding.

[RippedMan]

Posted: 4/5/22 at 3:30pm

Auggie27 said: "The latest grosses suggest: this sure looks like a hit. Not dependent on word of mouth or reviews. There’s likely a sizable audience for the piece as a brand and this iteration. Good news for everyone involved and, heading into the first summer after the relaunch: good news for Broadway."

Only the first week, so I'm optimistic but I'll be curious if they can keep this momentum throughout the summer. I still suspect Company wins Best Revival.

[BrodyFosse123]

Posted: 4/5/22 at 3:35pm

Patty3 said: "I just bought tickets for May 1 not realizing Beanie would be out. Does anyone now anything about her understudy - Ephie Arrdema? I am not too upset about this as the people I am going with don't care. I saw Beanie as Monica in American Crime Story Impeachment and I did not like her in that. I am mostly looking forward to seeing Ramin and Jayne Lynch."

[Patty3]

Posted: 4/5/22 at 3:38pm

Sutton Ross said: "Patty3 said: "I just bought tickets for May 1 not realizing Beanie would be out. Does anyone now anything about her understudy - Ephie Arrdema? I am not too upset about this as the people I am going with don't care. I saw Beanie as Monica in American Crime Story Impeachment and I did not like her in that. I am mostly looking forward to seeing Ramin and Jayne Lynch."

You will be seeing the wonderful Julie Benko actually! I am attending the show that day as well and I cannot wait for all the incredible talent on stage. Enjoy!"

I checked out her website - she's amazing - thanks!

[Sutton Ross]

Posted: 4/5/22 at 4:12pm

You are very welcome, can't wait to see truly talented people doing this great show! 

[RippedMan]

Posted: 4/5/22 at 4:31pm

Sutton Ross said: "You are very welcome, can't wait to see truly talented people doing this great show!"

the SHADE

[ljay889]

Posted: 4/5/22 at 7:21pm

Does anyone know if the PEOPLE discount code works at the box office?

[Theatrelover1975]

Posted: 4/6/22 at 1:58am

CarlosAlberto said: "Theatrelover1975 said: .

The clothes she wore in Funny Lady is accurate.

I have come across absolutely no evidence to support this claim. So I guess I'll just have to take your word for it. Whatever that's worth....

The narrative of her being homely is just false.

No one, at least not on this forum has referred to Ms. Brice as homely, but Lana Turner she was not.


Oh….. cool.

Updated On: 4/6/22 at 01:58 AM

[dshnookie]

Posted: 4/6/22 at 7:14am

https://twitter.com/jeremywest/status/1511178101849575426?s=21&t=V46tawClRmHVIQhQDLUAJQ

Two day old tweet that I’m just now seeing says: 

Really a missed opportunity for Lea Michele not to sing a song from Funny Girl at #miscast22 tonight.

[FranklinDickson2018]

Posted: 4/6/22 at 10:46am

Just heard the Mimi Hines clips (blew me away) and replayed all the Streisand versions.   I have heard the recordings out there of Beanie.   Listening to Mimi  Hines --- she is a SINGER with a voice.  A huge belt sound, a chest voice, and a creamy rich upper extension that sounds almost operatic at times.   She is a singer who is singing.  She knows how to use/produce/support her voice. That is what is not there for me with Beanie.  She is a fine actress who can sing . But not a primarily a singer, There is a huge difference.   She can hit the notes, but she doesn't have the voice to pour out the sound and use her voice as an expressive instrument.  A performer like this can do fine in a show that is not such a big sing over and over all night long.  Otherwise it is a challenge.  It is possible that with experience in the part, she can learn to use her voice as a singer would and start to really enjoy herself.  I know that she is  a dedicated professional that will do her best to make it work. 

[joevitus]

Posted: 4/6/22 at 12:13pm

dshnookie said: "https://twitter.com/jeremywest/status/1511178101849575426?s=21&t=V46tawClRmHVIQhQDLUAJQ

Two day old tweet that I’m just now seeing says:

Really a missed opportunity for Lea Michele not to sing a song from Funny Girl at #miscast22 tonight."

She's sung them all somewhere, in a desperate attempt to land a role she was never going to get...