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#1

How about a revival of.........

Posted: 6/2/05 at 11:17pm

THEY'RE PLAYING OUR SONG?

Hasn't been done in over twenty years. Nominated for several Tonys.

Just saw the Tony Awards performance of the show, with Lucie Arnaz. I really enjoyed it. Ran for over 1,000 performances - I take it it was well received?
"The Spectacle has, indeed, an emotional attraction of its own, but, of all the parts, it is the least artistic, and connected least with the art of poetry. For the power of Tragedy, we may be sure, is felt even apart from representation and actors. Besides, the production of spectacular effects depends more on the art of the stage machinist than on that of the poet."
--Aristotle
#2

re: How about a revival of.........

Posted: 6/3/05 at 3:28am

About ten years ago there was to be a revival of 'Song' to star Robert Downey Jnr but plans fell through.
#3

re: How about a revival of.........

Posted: 6/3/05 at 5:48am

It has become a popular show a dinner theatres. That's pretty much where SONG belongs.

Cast albums are NOT "soundtracks."
Live theatre does not use a "soundtrack." If it did, it wouldn't be live theatre!

I host a weekly one-hour radio program featuring cast album selections as well as songs by cabaret, jazz and theatre artists. The program, FRONT ROW CENTRE is heard Sundays 9 to 10 am and also Saturdays from 8 to 9 am (eastern times) on www.proudfm.com

#5

re: How about a revival of.........

Posted: 6/3/05 at 8:23am

Popular in dinner theatres for two reasons:

1: Producers think the names Marvin Hamlsich and Neil Simon will sell tickets.

2: IT'S CHEAP, CHEAP CHEAP! - Cast of eight. modern costumes, simple sets (except for the sports car).

Personally, I find it terribly dated. The music screams out "1970's disco" and would only work if done as a period piece.
#7

re: How about a revival of.........

Posted: 6/3/05 at 9:12am

On the Twentieth Century
"Picture "The View," with the wisecracking, sympathetic sweethearts of that ABC television show replaced by a panel of embittered, suffering or enraged Arab women" -the Times review of Black Eyed
#8

re: How about a revival of.........

Posted: 6/3/05 at 9:32am

If you thought it was cheap it must have the production you saw. A major highlight of the show was Doug Schmidt's set, with revolve, sliding panels and projections. I really wouldn't want to see the show without it. There are a few references which would need to be changed to bring it upto date, but other than that it would be ripe for revival.
#9

re: How about a revival of.........

Posted: 6/3/05 at 11:35am

FOOTLOOSE?!!?!? Okay, just kidding. In all seriousness, I'd love to see Brigadoon revived, as I think it is a gorgeous show.
#10

re: How about a revival of.........

Posted: 6/3/05 at 11:58am

Unfunny with a fun pop score.

Neil Simon's worst book musical to date. Dull.

And I saw the original.
"If my life weren't funny, it would just be true. And that would be unacceptable." --Carrie Fisher
#11

re: How about a revival of.........

Posted: 6/3/05 at 12:10pm

I think with the right leads it could be funny. The show was a huge international hit when it first came out, and there was even talk of a movie at one point. Probably not a show worthy of a full Broadway revival, but might be fun for something like Encores or Musicals in Mufti.
#12

re: How about a revival of.........

Posted: 6/3/05 at 12:20pm

I would LOVE to see megan back in H2$!
awkward.

"I think it was the Korean tour or something. They were all frickin' asian!" -Zoran912

#13

re: How about a revival of.........

Posted: 6/3/05 at 12:20pm

A Little Night Music...definitely
"Carson has combined his passion for helping children with his love for one of Cincinnati's favorite past times - cornhole - to create a unique and exciting event perfect for a corporate outing, entertaining clients or family fun."

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#14

re: How about a revival of.........

Posted: 6/3/05 at 12:26pm

Chita33, you are kidding about Bajour...right? I saw The Rink and actually liked it, but I don't think it could ever get an audience.
#15

re: How about a revival of.........

Posted: 6/3/05 at 12:40pm

Les Miz, its been off for far too long (I know, I know, its only been like 2 years, but still.)
#16

re: How about a revival of.........

Posted: 6/3/05 at 1:14pm

Nobody's done Shenandoah for a long time and it had a decent run. If not on Broadway, then regionally. It made its mark in the early 70's, when the country was still divided over the VietNam war. Similiar circumstances now over Iraq. Might be the time to dust it off. Its score is fairly traditional, but is a good vehicle for a strong baritone lead. (I'd personally love to hear Daniel Davis sing something like this.)
"And the postman sighed as he scratched his head, you really rather thought she ought to be dead..."
#17

re: How about a revival of.........

Posted: 6/3/05 at 2:43pm

There already was a revival of Shenandoah in 1989...it didnt do well.
Played Charlie Anderson in High School...love this score.
"Carson has combined his passion for helping children with his love for one of Cincinnati's favorite past times - cornhole - to create a unique and exciting event perfect for a corporate outing, entertaining clients or family fun."

"In Oz, the verb is douchifizzation." PRS

#18

re: How about a revival of.........

Posted: 6/3/05 at 3:00pm

CHESS! I'm dying to see this musical. Also...how bout Side Show? It was taken away ENTIRELY too soon!
#19

re: How about a revival of.........

Posted: 6/3/05 at 3:02pm

You could be right, doodlenyc, but 1989 was 16 years ago, and the country's emotional climate has changed a lot since then. You're right about the score! It's gorgeous.
"And the postman sighed as he scratched his head, you really rather thought she ought to be dead..."
#20

re: How about a revival of.........

Posted: 6/3/05 at 3:16pm

Given how much I love The Light In The Piazza, I'd really like to see the same creative team revive DO I HEAR A WALTZ? Victoria Clark would be great in the lead, and imagine what Venice would look like with the same set, costume and light designers. And Adam Guettel's grandad wrote a lucious score, with melodies no less! Don't forget Sondheim's lyrics too.

Let it happen. Take the moment!
..psst, Golan, check out what Patti Lupone is wearing. Who dresses that girl?!!
#23

re: How about a revival of.........

Posted: 6/3/05 at 8:38pm

I do wish someone could make the book for Mack and Mabel work. The score, as I'm sure everyone on here knows, is one of the best.
#24

re: How about a revival of.........

Posted: 6/3/05 at 8:48pm

The Cameron Macintosh production of My Fair Lady is supposed to be coming... and it's been many a year since Broadway had that right?
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