Jagged Little Pill preview thread- Page 12

[DramaTeach]

Posted: 2/9/20 at 7:30am

Had a very mixed reaction to this one. Agree that the choreography is laughable. Didn’t start to love it until You Oughta Know. That girl walks away with the show. I thought that LaChanze’s daughter was not strong enough to carry that part, and it made me feel like nepotism played a role there. I did like that they were trying to deal with modern social issues and Alanis’ songs fit quite well with her slight lyric adjustments. I did like it, but it was a mixed bag.

[steven22]

Posted: 2/16/20 at 9:28am

Any update on vacations? I've seen the show a few times and would love to see Jane Bruce or Laurel Harris as MJ...

[ACL2006]

Posted: 2/16/20 at 4:42pm

Just got out of the matinee. second visit and this show is still fantastic. Scored a SRO ticket. But just gotta say kudos to the cast, all four swings were on, with DeAnne Stewart as a last minute addition. There was a delay in opening the house, and it was for Stewart's track as they were rehearsing certain blocking and Stewart was missing from a few numbers. some shifting of tracks as well with Annelise Baker on as The Mary Jane double in Uninvited.


The audience loved it and tonight is also sold out. Say what you want, this show is a hit.

[ACL2006]

Posted: 2/16/20 at 8:21pm

All four swings were on again tonight.

[Lost in daydreaming]

Posted: 2/16/20 at 10:45pm

I saw it in January thought it was kind of meh. I think just focusing the show’s storyline on the mom’s addiction would have provided more than enough content. Also the set was very plain imo.However I did absolutely LOVE Jo’s (Lauren Patten’s) rendition of You Oughta Know. She received a completely deserved standing ovation in the middle of the show. I’ve never seen that happen before.

[thedustsettles]

Posted: 2/17/20 at 9:47am

steven22 said: "Any update on vacations? I've seen the show a few times and would love to see Jane Bruce or Laurel Harris as MJ..."

Elizabeth mentioned in an interview that she has vacation days scheduled in June, didn't specify when exactly.

[steven22]

Posted: 2/19/20 at 7:15am

Ezra Menas was on for Lauren Patten last night. Was anyone there for Ezra's Jo debut? I bet they did fantastic!!

Updated On: 2/19/20 at 07:15 AM

[YvanEhtNioj]

Posted: 2/19/20 at 9:28am

steven22 said: "Ezra Menas was on for Lauren Patten last night.Was anyone there for Ezra's Jo debut? I bet they did fantastic!!"

A+ for you using the correct pronoun.

I would've loved to see Ezra in the role just to see if You Oughta Know gets the same reaction

[mailhandler777]

Posted: 2/19/20 at 9:43am

ACL2006 said: "Just got out of the matinee. second visit and this show is still fantastic. Scored a SRO ticket. But just gotta say kudos to the cast, all four swings were on, with DeAnne Stewart as a last minute addition. There was a delay in opening the house, and it was for Stewart's track as they were rehearsing certain blocking and Stewart was missing from a few numbers. some shifting of tracks as well with Annelise Baker on as The Mary Jane double in Uninvited.


The audience loved it and tonight is also sold out. Say what you want, this show is a hit."

Technically all 5 swings were on as Yana was on too. I was so confused trying to follow who was on for who as both Kelsey and Annelise were doing  full tracks each and sharing another one. 

[mailhandler777]

Posted: 2/19/20 at 9:43am

ACL2006 said: "Just got out of the matinee. second visit and this show is still fantastic. Scored a SRO ticket. But just gotta say kudos to the cast, all four swings were on, with DeAnne Stewart as a last minute addition. There was a delay in opening the house, and it was for Stewart's track as they were rehearsing certain blocking and Stewart was missing from a few numbers. some shifting of tracks as well with Annelise Baker on as The Mary Jane double in Uninvited.


The audience loved it and tonight is also sold out. Say what you want, this show is a hit."

Technically all 5 swings were on as Yana was on too. I was so confused trying to follow who was on for who as both Kelsey and Annelise were doing  full tracks each and sharing another one. 

[mailhandler777]

Posted: 2/19/20 at 9:45am

YvanEhtNioj said: "steven22 said: "Ezra Menas was on for Lauren Patten last night.Was anyone there for Ezra's Jo debut? I bet they did fantastic!!"

A+ for you using the correct pronoun.

I would've loved to see Ezra in the role just to see if You Oughta Know gets the same reaction"

I was there and yes Ezra got a standing ovation. He also got entrance applause at the end of the opening number. 

[ACL2006]

Posted: 2/19/20 at 7:20pm

Correct me if I'm wrong, but I believe all swings were on Tuesday night as well. Yana is temporarily in Norah's track until she returns. She's listed in the playbill as Pharmacist/Therapist now yet still listed as a swing. Interesting about DeAnne Stewart, she was only hired as a temp. swing but will be permanent and remain as an "offstage swing".

 

http://www.theensemblist.com/blog/2020/2/12/5-debut-questions-jagged-little-pills-deanne-stewart

[mailhandler777]

Posted: 2/20/20 at 12:44am

ACL2006 said: "Correct me if I'm wrong, but I believe all swings were on Tuesday night as well. Yana is temporarily in Norah's track until she returns. She's listed in the playbill as Pharmacist/Therapist now yet still listed as a swing. Interesting about DeAnne Stewart, she was only hired as a temp. swing but will be permanent and remain as an "offstage swing".

http://www.theensemblist.com/blog/2020/2/12/5-debut-questions-jagged-little-pills-deanne-stewart"

Nora came back on Tuesday. Yeman and Yana were on in Ezra's track as he was Jo. Kelsey was on for Laurel. Zach and Deanne were not on. Yana is leaving on March 1st so Deanne is permanently replacing her as swing. 
 

[Rogerdellibovi]

Posted: 2/20/20 at 10:25am

Has anyone got the side partial view orchestra seats that are being used for rush? Did you miss much action? Looking for cheap seats...

[gibsons2]

Posted: 2/20/20 at 11:26am

Rogerdellibovi said: "Hasanyone got the side partial view orchestra seats that are being used for rush? Did you miss much action? Looking for cheap seats..."

I was in far left H23 seat when I saw it. I didn't miss any action because everything takes place in the center of the stage. For the price I think it's worth it,  but yeah, you will watch from the side. I think if I sat in a closer row (also partial view seats) it would be better. I initially had C14 seat but had to exchange for a different date and took what was available. 

 

[BwayinVan]

Posted: 2/22/20 at 12:06pm

Taking my sis in law as she is a big Alanis fan. Looking to get in on the discount tickets. Our choices are row q on the left in the orchestra or row f centre mezz. Curious for input from those who have seen it.

[Jordan Catalano]

Posted: 2/22/20 at 12:10pm

Take the mezz.

[CarmenA3]

Posted: 2/22/20 at 12:34pm

Jordan Catalano said: "Take the mezz."

I'm with Jordan, go for Mezz. Row Q has the Mezz overhang which feels like the stage is cut off.

I sat side Mezz (row D) and it felt super wide open...center mezz will be even better. And since you're basically seeing a concert, you'll get more of a wow factor.

Also take a look at SeatPlan- https://seatplan.com/new-york/broadhurst-theatre/ to see actual pics from the seats.

 

[steven22]

Posted: 2/23/20 at 10:03am

Did anyone see Ken Clark make his Steve Healy debut yesterday?

[steven22]

Posted: 2/23/20 at 11:43am

Celia is out today. Deanne is on. Per Celia's Twitter.

[suzycat]

Posted: 2/23/20 at 12:46pm

steven22 said: "Did anyone see Ken Clark make his Steve Healy debut yesterday? "

I saw Ken last night - thought he was excellent, though it was my first time seeing the show. Wouldn’t have guessed it was his debut!

[ACL2006]

Posted: 2/23/20 at 2:11pm

steven22 said: "Celia is out today. Deanne is on. Per Celia's Twitter. "

 

Would love to see DeAnne's Frankie, especially since I thought Celia was the weakest cast member out of the six leads/supporting actors. 

 

[steven22]

Posted: 2/23/20 at 2:29pm

ACL2006 said: "steven22 said: "Celia is out today. Deanne is on. Per Celia's Twitter. "



Would love to see DeAnne's Frankie, especially since I thought Celia was the weakest cast member out of the six leads/supporting actors.

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I keep hearing this but the 4x I've seen the show between Cambridge and NY, Celia has been wonderful.