INTO THE WOODS Reviews — Page 4

yea, back of the balcony...

BroadwayGirl107 said: "yyys said: "wish this production isn't ridiculously priced!"

There were tons of tickets for $52 including fees when they first went on sale. Given how limited this run in, I’m shocked it’s as reasonably priced as it is…"

everythingtaboo said: "
Only real notes? I'm a bit mixed on Patina, while I'm a big fan, I wasn't always sure about her vocals, though she was wonderful acting-wise. Also, I kind of felt Rapunzel and her Prince weren't as well-defined as I remember in other productions, but maybe that's just my memory.

My only real issue was the audience. I don't think I've ever seen so loud and enthusiastic crowd! But with that, it started to feel a little American Idol-like, in that in many cases they couldn't wait to start applauding the end of a song, but at the cost of being able to hear the luscious sounds of the Encores! orchestra, or even the end of the performers' notes. There were also a couple of moments in Act 2 where something sad just happened, but the audience would whoop it up because it was the end of a song or someone just exited Stage Left.
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agreed 100% on the audience. seemed like the balcony just hooped and hollered in a way that was more One Direction concert than Broadway. Ill take that audience over one that talks, texts, etc., dont get me wrong but I did find myself thinking "OK, we get it, you love Gavin Creel, hes going to keep showing up because hes, you know, in this show, so be quiet."

Patina Miller didnt find a way to let loose/belt/explode in any of those songs, and I remember Vanessa Williams finding vulnerability that Patina certainly wasn't interested in. But she sounded great, I thought.

This is probably a mildly hot take, but I saw Delphi Borich at today's matinee, and I think I prefer her version of Little Red over Julia Lester's. Both deliver great performances, but Julia Lester's "I Will Shank You" Little Red is a little too one note, for me. And I think I got more of the Act II vulnerability out of Little Red from Delphi than Julia.

I should stress that both are excellent. *looks behind to make sure Julia Lester's Little Red isn't standing there*

PipingHotPiccolo said:

Patina Miller didnt find a way to let loose/belt/explode in any of those songs, and I remember Vanessa Williams finding vulnerability that Patina certainly wasn't interested in. But she sounded great, I thought."



I felt similarly about Patina's performance. She crooned some deliciously good mid-range notes, where the tone was just so rich, but when it came to the bigger moments, I didn't feel the elevation I felt during Heather Headley's performance. Acting wise, I also wondered often if Headley's extra 10 years of life strengthened her performance - she really felt infused with maternal energy and self-possession, in a way I didn't feel as strongly from Miller. That being said, it was still a wonderful performance from Patina Miller. Definitely worthy of inclusion in such an all-round brilliant cast.

akhoya87 said: "This is probably a mildly hot take, but I saw Delphi Borich at today's matinee, and I think I prefer her version of Little Red over Julia Lester's. Both deliver great performances, but Julia Lester's "I Will Shank You" Little Red is a little too one note, for me. And I think I got more of the Act II vulnerability out of Little Red from Delphi than Julia.

I should stress that both are excellent. *looks behind to make sure Julia Lester's Little Red isn't standing there*"

i actually thought Delphi was a little one-note, but maybe shes just following Lester's cue there? I don't think I ever would have known she was an u/s had I not seen the slip beforehand.

Georgeanddot2 said: "BTW, I've really started to feel that The Witch is a great role for a feminine queer person. I think Alex Newell or MJ Rodriguez would be great in the role and it would open up so many new themes with that character."

I saw Mykal Kilgore as the Witch at Barrington Stage a few years ago and he was absolutely fantastic. It really is such a terrific and versatile role.

Alex Newell was struggling with a supporting role in Once on this Island, he’s not ready to play the witch.

Play Esq. said: "I'm a little behind the curve on this thread and the other Into the Woods thread, but are the talks of an extension done or is there still some hope? While I would love an extension, I'm just very glad to have had the opportunity to see the production a few more times after the Encores! run and can't wait for the cast recording.

Which reminds me, is it being recorded this week? Any one have intel on that?"

Both the extension and recording news are just talk right now. Nothing has been officially announced, but both have been officially discussed behind the scenes. At this point, we’re more likely to get just a recording than both, as “word is” the cost of relocating Piano Lesson was greater than the profit they’d make extending ITW. But, like the production transfer itself, everything is coming together quickly, so it can fall apart just as easily.

According to Sara’s stories on Instagram, they are recording what appears to be the cast recording.

Square Peg2 said: "PipingHotPiccolo said:

Patina Miller didnt find a way to let loose/belt/explode in any of those songs, and I remember Vanessa Williams finding vulnerability that Patina certainly wasn't interested in. But she sounded great, I thought."



I felt similarly about Patina's performance. She crooned some deliciously good mid-range notes, where the tone was just so rich, but when it came to the bigger moments, I didn't feel the elevation I felt during Heather Headley's performance. Acting wise, I also wondered often if Headley's extra 10 years of life strengthened her performance - she really felt infused with maternal energy and self-possession, in a way I didn't feel as strongly from Miller. That being said, it was still a wonderful performance from Patina Miller. Definitely worthy of inclusion in such an all-round brilliant cast."

Heather was flawless. One of the finest performances I've ever seen.

The seating chart on SeatGeek shows Standing Room in the back right of the orchestra with a note “Only available at the box office.” Have I missed that they’re selling SRO or is this just a standard thing that appears and doesn’t necessarily mean it exists? If they are selling it, how much is it and does anyone have any experiences with how hard it is to get?

Plexsis said: "Per her Instagram stories, Sara is out tonight due to feeling sick (so far not Covid)"

Speedy recovery.

What I would give to see Mary Kate Moore make her Broadway debut tonight!

So according to SeatGeek, there is definitely going to be an extension. They aren’t on sale yet but there is dates beyond august 21 now!