If we're not having fun, then why are we doing it?
These are DISCUSSION boards, not mutual admiration boards. Discussion only occurs when we are willing to hear what others are thinking, regardless of whether it is alignment to our own thoughts.
I mean, we have albums for American Idiot and for any number of jukebox shows, none of which surpass the original artists. I don't think a cast album would be out of the question here.
"...everyone finally shut up, and the audience could enjoy the beginning of the Anatevka Pogram in peace."
If I had to guess, I'd imagine they're intending on doing a recording assuming that the show sells well upon opening. I could easily see this going un-recorded if the show were to flop (which I just don't see happening)