HELLO, DOLLY! Previews- Page 3

[FutureDirector]

Posted: 3/15/17 at 12:23am

I was there as well. I don't want to report on the actual production until after the first preview tomorrow as a courtesy to the production. But I'll talk about tonight specific stuff, and tonight was an event! It seemed like the whole industry was there tonight. Everyone there really wanted to be there, a solid minute of entrance applause for Bette (David, Kate and Gavin got it as well, but on more of a normal scale) and there were standing ovations after the Waiters and the title song. Bette dropped lines twice and called for it, turned to the audience, made a joke both times about it having to do with her bag and then went on, she handled it with class.

Updated On: 3/15/17 at 12:23 AM

[RippedMan]

Posted: 3/15/17 at 12:26am

Production value wise is it just like the original? Or are there some creative choices happening? 

Should we just assume Midler has won Best Actress at this point? 

[ljay889]

Posted: 3/15/17 at 12:44am

Wow, I'm surprised no Merman songs! At least we have "I Put My Hand In" which is absolutely the right choice as a opener. 

[Wilmingtom]

Posted: 3/15/17 at 6:38am

I was there last night but don't think it seemly to discuss a rehearsal.  When you're invited the presumption is that you're not going to yap about it.  Once the paying costumers are attending then it's fair game to discuss.  

[Jeffrey Karasarides]

Posted: 3/15/17 at 8:45am

RippedMan said: "Should we just assume Midler has won Best Actress at this point?"

I don't know. I think if La La Land losing the Oscar for Best Picture taught us anything, nothing in life is ever a sure thing.

Midler could probably still win, but I wonder if anyone of her potential competitors could pull an upset as some of their roles have more gravitas.

[n2nbaby]

Posted: 3/15/17 at 9:04am

Did anyone sit in the balcony around row E? Curious about the view.

[bwayphreak234]

Posted: 3/15/17 at 9:13am

Saturday night cannot get here soon enough!

[10086sunset]

Posted: 3/15/17 at 9:33am

Wilmingtom said: "I was there last night but don't think it seemly to discuss a rehearsal.  When you're invited the presumption is that you're not going to yap about it.  Once the paying costumers are attending then it's fair game to discuss.  "

 

Didn't you also claim to be there Saturday in another thread?

Updated On: 3/15/17 at 09:33 AM

[IdinaBellFoster]

Posted: 3/15/17 at 9:48am

Jeffrey Karasarides said: "RippedMan said: "Should we just assume Midler has won Best Actress at this point?"

I don't know. I think if La La Land losing the Oscar for Best Picture taught us anything, nothing in life is ever a sure thing.

Midler could probably still win, but I wonder if anyone of her potential competitors could pull an upset as some of their roles have more gravitas."

Just playing devil's advocate - your same argument could be used against you involving Emma Stone and LA LA LAND...

Excited to hear first preview reports tonight!

[neonlightsxo]

Posted: 3/15/17 at 10:04am

$40 million advance. Wow.

http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/first-image-released-bette-midler-helly-dolly-986192

[BroadwayConcierge]

Posted: 3/15/17 at 10:06am

neonlightsxo said: "$40 million advance. Wow.

http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/first-image-released-bette-midler-helly-dolly-986192"

More people should be talking about this. That number is absolutely astounding.

[neonlightsxo]

Posted: 3/15/17 at 10:07am

Truly. I double checked this thread after I posted it and was surprised nobody else had mentioned it. 40 million.

Updated On: 3/15/17 at 10:07 AM

[dramamama611]

Posted: 3/15/17 at 10:13am

Talking about it?  But what else is there to say, other than, Wow?

[froote]

Posted: 3/15/17 at 10:18am

IdinaBellFoster, I don't think he is arguing that Bette wont win, just that nothing is ever a sure thing (except Hamilton winning Best Musical last year let's be real). And LLL's Best Picture chances were actually seen as much more set in stone than Emma's Best Actress chances before the ceremony.

Updated On: 3/15/17 at 10:18 AM

[Whateverjsays]

Posted: 3/15/17 at 10:30am

n2nbaby said: "Did anyone sit in the balcony around row E? Curious about the view.

 

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This is where I'm sitting. I don't have tickets until next month, but I used 'a view from my seat' online to try and get an idea of what the view would be. 

[Babe_Williams]

Posted: 3/15/17 at 10:44am

Just looked up and realized that Bette Midler is 71! She really is a tour de force. Amazing to still have such energy and giving great performances.

[greygarden]

Posted: 3/15/17 at 10:52am

So looking forward to this show at the end of June but sad to be missing Bette. The only week I can see it and Bette is out. But I am sure Donna Murphy will be a splendid substitute.

[jacobsnchz14]

Posted: 3/15/17 at 11:50am

Was able to find one seat (Box Left, Row 2, Seat 2) for the week of my trip in May. The week was originally sold out completely (aside from those front row seats they released). I was very hesitant at first but went ahead and bought it. This sounds like a must-see! Originally was gonna fill my last slot with War Paint, Comet, Groundhog Day...

Updated On: 3/15/17 at 11:50 AM

[Johntlew2]

Posted: 3/15/17 at 11:52am

I have a ticket for Thurs.. June 22.  I know Donna Murphy is performing Tuesday nights. But haven't read anything about Bette being out an entire week at end of June. 

Updated On: 3/15/17 at 11:52 AM

[Sauja]

Posted: 3/15/17 at 11:56am

You;ll be seeing Bette, Johntlew:

 

*On Tuesdays** beginning June 13, 2017, the role of Dolly Levi will be played by Donna Murphy. Donna Murphy will also perform the role of Dolly Levi on June 27 - July 2, July 5 - 9, Sunday evening - July 30, September 6 - 10, Sunday evening - October 15, Monday evening - October 30, November 1 - 5, Friday - November 24 @ 2pm,  and Sunday evening - January 7.

[neonlightsxo]

Posted: 3/15/17 at 11:56am

Pasted from Telecharge directly:

*On Tuesdays** beginning June 13, 2017, the role of Dolly Levi will be played by Donna Murphy. Donna Murphy will also perform the role of Dolly Levi on June 27 - July 2

https://www.telecharge.com/Broadway/Hello/Overview

[billyelliotfan123]

Posted: 3/15/17 at 12:35pm

For anyone looking for regular priced tickets. They do appear every once in a while. I just grabbed a $189 Mezzanine seat for tonight that just appeared on Telecharge. I can't wait to see the show!

 

[Dollypop]

Posted: 3/15/17 at 2:18pm

While I'm at the theater tonight I have to pick up a ticket for Donna's first performance.

[florida theatre kid]

Posted: 3/15/17 at 4:00pm

I was wondering if anyone knew who the swings are in this production? The ensemble cast looks huge!

[Wilmingtom]

Posted: 3/15/17 at 4:12pm

10086, no I didn't claim to be there on Saturday.  I saw it last night for the first and only time.  I will return after it opens.