GROUNDHOG DAY Will Play Final Broadway Performance This September- Page 2

[Sunny11]

Posted: 8/15/17 at 7:21pm

Skimbleshanks2 said: "Does this officially make GROUNDHOG DAY a "flop"? How will this be remembered in the long run, especially as it relates to ANDY KARL's career?

"

Well he kept it open for about the same amount of time an A- lister Josh Groban did his musical. 

[NotTheComfyChair]

Posted: 8/15/17 at 7:24pm

Patti LuPone FANatic said: "How are cast members told the news of a closing?   

Usually, there's a full company meeting called before the evening performance. How much notice there is of the meeting depends on the show and the producers. 

 

[Malka2]

Posted: 8/15/17 at 7:28pm

I'm so sad to hear this!!! Not surprised, but sad... I guess I can stop holding my breath now, we have a closing date...

This is the first show I've ever gone to see more than twice, first show that's had such a meaningful and inspirational impact in my life, first show I've ever sent "fan mail" to, first show I've ever pored over grosses for!

I hope Groundhog Day becomes a "cult classic" (does Broadway have those?), that even with a short and financially unsuccessful run it gains fame for decades to come. 

I know the show is in measurable terms "a flop", but it's been loved and adored by many people and I hope Andy Karl & co take a lot of heart from that...

[Skimbleshanks2]

Posted: 8/15/17 at 7:29pm

Sunny11 said: "Skimbleshanks2 said: "Does this officially make GROUNDHOG DAY a "flop"? How will this be remembered in the long run, especially as it relates to ANDY KARL's career?

"

Well he kept it open for about the same amount of time an A- lister Josh Groban did his musical. 

 

"

Yeah, but GROBAN was always only going to be there for a set run and the show fell apart after he left...

[Malka2]

Posted: 8/15/17 at 7:39pm

haterobics said: "OK, now I really need to lose the lottery for the Saturday matinee. If anyone is entered and doesn't win, keep me in mind. I want to sit in the front row once for this show... ;-( "

In the month of June I quickly figured out that the losing lotto codes were the day's 4-number date (0619 for example) followed by the letters "eghod". So at around 11am the day before when the codes unlock, you could just go ahead and buy a ticket regardless of whether or not you entered or won or lost the lotto.

Unfortunately they've stopped using that system - I didn't enter again until this week and the loser code for today (6498eg) seems to be random, so there goes that unfortunately! 

 

[ladypresent]

Posted: 8/15/17 at 7:43pm

didn't the creative team invest in this as well? I think its mentioned in the bio that they formed a INC or something to raise money once Scott Rudin (brilliant move dropping out) dropped out. 
I guess they lost it all.

jees. matthew Warchus, from Ghost to Matilda to Ghd. 

[songanddanceman2]

Posted: 8/15/17 at 7:46pm

It's painful to see superb creative shows like this and American Psycho go down so fast. 

[haterobics]

Posted: 8/15/17 at 7:55pm

ladypresent said: "jees. matthew Warchus, from Ghost to Matilda to Ghd. "

Matilda recouped.

[binau]

Posted: 8/15/17 at 7:58pm

I can't see how this show will do anything but help Andy's career. My perception is that Andy will be known for consistently turning out crowd and critic pleasing leading performances. He is very dependable and consistent. The main issue is we know he is not a box office draw but I don't think anyone would have had an illusion otherwise. You really have to break outside Broadway theatre these days to be a 'name'. 

[Call_me_jorge]

Posted: 8/15/17 at 7:59pm

Matthew should go back to working for RSC. 

[ladypresent]

Posted: 8/15/17 at 8:00pm

didn't say that it didn't. 

I was more saying 
ghost (massive flop)
Matilda (massive hit)
GHD (massive flop)

i don't think a producer will entrust him with a huge musical again after losing around 30 million dollars with ghost and ghd. 

[Kitsune]

Posted: 8/15/17 at 8:07pm

Malka2 said: "I'm so sad to hear this!!! Not surprised, but sad... I guess I can stop holding my breath now, we have a closing date...

This is the first show I've ever gone to see more than twice, first show that's had such a meaningful and inspirational impact in my life, first show I've ever sent "fan mail" to, first show I've ever pored over grosses for!

I hope Groundhog Day becomes a "cult classic" (does Broadway have those?), that even with a short and financially unsuccessful run it gains fame for decades to come. 

I know the show is in measurable terms "a flop", but it's been loved and adored by many people and I hope Andy Karl & co take a lot of heart from that...

 

"

Very well said - even if it wasn't a critical success, it definitely holds a special place in my heart!!!  

(This being said, I obviously feel for the cast and crew, who are out of the job. But I guess that's the showbiz life).

[comets]

Posted: 8/15/17 at 8:11pm

haterobics said: "OK, now I really need to lose the lottery for the Saturday matinee. If anyone is entered and doesn't win, keep me in mind. I want to sit in the front row once for this show... ;-(

 

I entered for a few days this week but cannot remember when. Will send you a pm if I remember and it was one of those days!

 

[BdwayLife]

Posted: 8/15/17 at 8:18pm

On phone with Ticketmaster right now for refund for cancelled performance in Nov.  They have not been notified that the show is closing in Sept. They asked how I knew it was closing and I referred them to this site.  They checked and read what I read; however, they are "putting through a refund request and once we hear its closing we will refund you."  Can someone please suggest a show for me to purchase a ticket for? Already seeing Miss Saigon. Many thanks.

Updated On: 8/15/17 at 08:18 PM

[Miles2Go2]

Posted: 8/15/17 at 8:31pm

What have you already seen? 

Of the newer shows that are still relatively easy to get tickets to, I'd recommend:


- [x] The Band's Visit (buzz it's the show to beat for next year's Tony Awards plus its cast features Tony Shalhoub; I bought my ticket now as reviews are bound to be strong after it opens Nov. 9) 
- [x]  Waitress - Sunday matinee (Just listened to the cast recording today and I'm so GLAD I have a front row ticket to see it in November). 

Updated On: 8/15/17 at 08:31 PM

[comets]

Posted: 8/15/17 at 8:34pm

BdwayLife said: "On phone with Ticketmaster right now for refund for cancelled performance in Nov.  They have not been notified that the show is closing in Sept. They asked how I knew it was closing and I referred them to this site.  They checked and read what I read; however, they are "putting through a refund request and once we hear its closing we will refund you."  Can someone please suggest a show for me to purchase a ticket for? Already seeing Miss Saigon. Many thanks.

 

"

Porter and Sands will be back in Kinky Boots if you haven't seen it. 

 

[BdwayLife]

Posted: 8/15/17 at 8:42pm

Thanks for the suggestion. I was lucky enough to see the original cast of KB.  Any other suggestions?  

[Call_me_jorge]

Posted: 8/15/17 at 8:44pm

ladypresent said: "didn't say that it didn't. 

I was more saying 
ghost (massive flop)
Matilda (massive hit)
GHD (massive flop)

i don't think a producer will entrust him with a huge musical again after losing around 30 million dollars with ghost and ghd. 

 

"

Don't forget about the millions lost on Lord of the Rings. 

[A0326T]

Posted: 8/15/17 at 9:52pm

I saw GROUNDHOG DAY July 31. I was one of the highlights of my theater week in NYC. I am really saddened by the announcement of its closing. It is pure magic for me. Seeing Mr Karl was a delight as well as the whole company.  That week I also so Great Comet with Oak and Bandstand with Osnes Cott. Truly a wonderful week. Also saw BronxTale and I thought it was just an ok show. Rounding off I saw how fantastic Donna Murphy throughout in Hello Dolly... a gem. And Miss Saigon so dark.

[A0326T]

Posted: 8/15/17 at 9:56pm

Please pardon my spelling errors. Was in hurry. The revival of Saigon was so dark, gloomy and just sad. 

[SmokeyLady]

Posted: 8/15/17 at 9:57pm

A0326T said: "I saw GROUNDHOG DAY July 31. I was one of the highlights of my theater week in NYC. I am really saddened by the announcement of its closing. It is pure magic for me. Seeing Mr Karl was a delight as well as the whole company.  That week I also so Great Comet with Oak and Bandstand with Osnes Cott. Truly a wonderful week. Also saw BronxTale and I thought it was just an ok show. Rounding off I saw how fantastic Donna Murphy throughout in Hello Dolly... a gem. And Miss Saigon so dark.

 

"

You saw all the flops and a alternate!

[Ado Annie D'Ysquith]

Posted: 8/15/17 at 10:00pm

Wouldn't be so fast to dismiss Bronx Tale, SmokeyLady. Hahaha...it's like Ol' Man River.

It just keeps rollin' along. *ba dum chh*

THANK YOU, GOODNIGHT!

[JustAnotherNewYorker]

Posted: 8/15/17 at 10:08pm

Heard just before Donna came out tonight at Hello Donna. Bought a front row for the closing. So sad

[NYfanfromCA]

Posted: 8/15/17 at 10:15pm

Do you think Andy Karl will be in the show closing weekend?  I am looking at flying out from California to see this and would love to see him in it.  Maybe I should see it twice like Bill Murray did!

[ElphabaGoodman]

Posted: 8/15/17 at 10:18pm

NYfanfromCA said: "Do you think Andy Karl will be in the show closing weekend?  I am looking at flying out from California to see this and would love to see him in it.  Maybe I should see it twice like Bill Murray did!

 

"

 

Of course. why wouldn't he be there? He was contracted well past September and I'd be very surprised if he misses any shows before closing.