John Simon went to DREAMGIRLS in PHILADEPHIA???

[Chi2Phila]

Posted: 2/3/06 at 11:38am

Just read John Simon's review of DREAMGIRLS in Philly. Who knew he went outside of NYC???? I have tickets in February and I can't wait!!!! I cant believe this show hasnt already BEEN to Vegas, baby. It seems a more natural fit then Avenue Q. Link is below.


John Simon Reviews DREAMGIRLS Updated On: 2/3/06 at 11:38 AM

[TheQuibbler]

Posted: 2/3/06 at 12:57pm

I am seeing this next weekend and I am so excited!

[MargoChanning]

Posted: 2/3/06 at 1:20pm

Vegas prefers that shows be no longer than 90 minutes, so I'm not sure how they will be able to cut Dreamgirls -- which is about an hour longer than that -- and still have it make any sense.

[PB ENT.]

Posted: 2/3/06 at 1:48pm

Well, Margo, having seen it also, I think this particular show could be scaled down to 90 min. without losing all the right componets. In fact, I personally think it would be a good match for AC. It's a good "lounge" type show...fast paced, razzle dazzle for the casino crowd.

But in no way is it Broadway ready. Hey, at $100 a pop, Broadway patrons expect a full blown, every lyric, every song, every costume, every movement and big names to boot.

But I am as happy as a pup with 2 tails for my friends at the Prince. They are all so excited about all this well deserved attention!