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KIMBERLY AKIMBO Previews
#25KIMBERLY AKIMBO Previewsin
Posted: 10/12/22 at 6:24pm
It’s not a sign at all: very few people outside of the New York / Broadway community have ever heard of this. It’s a new musical and it’s going to have an uphill road, but I think (hope, pray) that it gets the necessary rave reviews and good word of mouth for a nice run straight through the Tony’s.
#26KIMBERLY AKIMBO Previewsin
Posted: 10/12/22 at 6:51pm
There's been almost no advertising for this. Hopefully they start hitting the talk shows soon.
A Chorus Line revival played its final Broadway performance on August 17, 2008. The tour played its final performance on August 21, 2011. A new non-equity tour started in October 2012 played its final performance on March 23, 2013. Another non-equity tour launched on January 20, 2018. The tour ended its US run in Kansas City and then toured throughout Japan August & September 2018.
#27KIMBERLY AKIMBO Previewsin
Posted: 10/12/22 at 7:31pm
I've heard great things about this show from people in my area who have seen it. I would love to see it when I'm out next spring. It is likely to get good reviews so it could pick up a lot of steam during the holidays.
ErmengardeStopSniveling
Broadway Legend Joined: 9/20/18
#28KIMBERLY AKIMBO Previewsin
Posted: 10/12/22 at 8:11pm
ACL2006 said: "There's been almost no advertising for this. Hopefully they start hitting the talk shows soon."
With digital advertising everything is targeted based on interests, you simply might not be the target audience. As for talkshow appearances –– which are unlikely considering the lack of star power –– I think you're referring to press, and generally that's not gonna bring the wraps up THAT much for a long period of time.
I trust David Stone more than I trust most producers. That doesn't mean he can't fail, but the show is in good hands with him. This was always going to be a tough, tough sell, especially with a fall opening. But let's see what happens with reviews and early buzz.
JasonC3
Broadway Legend Joined: 4/22/21
#29KIMBERLY AKIMBO Previewsin
Posted: 10/12/22 at 8:26pm
Ad for the show is the inside back cover of the new issue of New York magazine.
#30KIMBERLY AKIMBO Previewsin
Posted: 10/12/22 at 8:41pm
Attendees at first preview tonight were given candy necklaces as they waited on line to enter the Booth. Sweet!
Well, I’ll be. That bird really did it.
RippedMan
Broadway Legend Joined: 8/14/05
#31KIMBERLY AKIMBO Previewsin
Posted: 10/12/22 at 9:25pm
I would imagine they are expecting a "Gentlemen's Guide" type run. It will probably not to gangbusters business until the Tonys, where, I'd expect, it will do very well. It's prestige producing - much like A Strange Loop. I don't think anyone expects this to become the next Wicked. They clearly wanted this theater and they jumped on it. I hope it works out for them.
BoringBoredBoard40
Broadway Legend Joined: 9/27/21
#32KIMBERLY AKIMBO Previewsin
Posted: 10/12/22 at 10:08pm
RippedMan said: "I would imagine they are expecting a "Gentlemen's Guide" type run. It will probably not to gangbusters business until the Tonys, where, I'd expect, it will do very well. It's prestige producing - much like A Strange Loop. I don't think anyone expects this to become the next Wicked. They clearly wanted this theater and they jumped on it. I hope it works out for them."
A Strange Loop atleast opened in the Spring...the TONYS are 7 months from now is this show really going to burn money for that long just for ego stroking, yikes
RippedMan
Broadway Legend Joined: 8/14/05
#33KIMBERLY AKIMBO Previewsin
Posted: 10/12/22 at 10:09pm
Did you invest? Are you in the cast/crew? Who cares.
VintageSnarker
Broadway Legend Joined: 1/30/15
#34KIMBERLY AKIMBO Previewsin
Posted: 10/12/22 at 10:41pm
Ravenclaw said: "Everyone in this thread is pointing to intimate, serious drama musicals or big musical comedies, but this show is much more along the lines of a ...Spelling BeeorUrinetown, a small, off-beat/quirky musical comedy."
I think it's for people who like sitcoms but don't mind bad language. Malcolm in the Middle, Roseanne, Raising Hope, My Name is Earl... It's ultimately wholesome as most sitcoms try to be, but a little more dysfunctional. It's probably too much if you're looking for Young Sheldon or The Brady Bunch or an easy, uplifting musical to take your kids to.
BoringBoredBoard40
Broadway Legend Joined: 9/27/21
#35KIMBERLY AKIMBO Previewsin
Posted: 10/12/22 at 10:58pm
RippedMan said: "Did you invest? Are you in the cast/crew? Who cares."
bad producing makes it harder for other original projects to get funded, thats why I care and why other people should care
#36KIMBERLY AKIMBO Previews
Posted: 10/12/22 at 11:33pm
Did anyone go tonight? The website lists an approximate 2 hr 20 min runtime, with an intermission.
Well, I’ll be. That bird really did it.
#38KIMBERLY AKIMBO Previews
Posted: 10/12/22 at 11:57pm
Jordan Catalano said: "It was a little over 2:30"
Were you there, and how was it? I've heard incredible things...
Well, I’ll be. That bird really did it.
Updated On: 10/12/22 at 11:57 PM
BoringBoredBoard40
Broadway Legend Joined: 9/27/21
#41KIMBERLY AKIMBO Previews
Posted: 10/13/22 at 12:21am
I’ll just say I give it a thumbs up and leave it at that. I have zero desire to go any deeper into any reviews on here now after the bullsh*t from the other week.
barcelona20
Broadway Star Joined: 1/19/08
#42KIMBERLY AKIMBO Previews
Posted: 10/13/22 at 12:28am
I was there tonight as well. I give it a thumbs up too but am skeptical about its long-term prospects. I thought the book was far stronger than the music and lyrics, which was disappointing. Victoria Clark can do no wrong and Justin Cooley was the heart of the show.
#43KIMBERLY AKIMBO Previews
Posted: 10/13/22 at 7:50am
barcelona20 said: "I was there tonight as well. I give it a thumbs up too but am skeptical about its long-term prospects. I thought the book was far stronger than the music and lyrics, which was disappointing. Victoria Clark can do no wrong and Justin Cooley was the heart of the show."
Those were my exact thoughts Off-Bway. Curious to see what I think on second viewing.
#44KIMBERLY AKIMBO Previews
Posted: 10/13/22 at 8:09am
Jordan Catalano said: "I’ll just say I give it a thumbs up and leave it at that. I have zero desire to go any deeper into any reviews on here now after the bullsh*t from the other week."
I totally respect this sentiment based on some of the vultures here, but please know that I have always enjoyed your reviews and thoughts and will sorely miss them. I know many other posters feel the same.
#45KIMBERLY AKIMBO Previews
Posted: 10/13/22 at 8:31am
HenryTDobson said: "Jordan Catalano said: "I’ll just say I give it a thumbs up and leave it at that. I have zero desire to go any deeper into any reviews on here now after the bullsh*t from the other week."
I totally respect this sentiment based on some of the vultures here, but please know that I have always enjoyed your reviews and thoughts and will sorely miss them. I know many other posters feel the same."
Hear, hear.
JFC… Jordan Freakin’ Catalano!
Well, I’ll be. That bird really did it.
JasonC3
Broadway Legend Joined: 4/22/21
#46KIMBERLY AKIMBO Previews
Posted: 10/13/22 at 8:53am
Where do we order our "Victoria Clark Can Do No Wrong" t-shirts because I am ready to proclaim that sentiment to the world?
Updated On: 10/14/22 at 08:53 AM
#47KIMBERLY AKIMBO Previews
Posted: 10/13/22 at 9:15am
Jordan you are one of the most valuable posters here, you basically see EVERYTHING and have done so for many years, plus you are often posting about shows in both NYC and London and as I too like to dabble in both I always pay attention to what you say. Ignore the haters - it's not worth your or our time!
"You can't overrate Bernadette Peters. She is such a genius. There's a moment in "Too Many Mornings" and Bernadette doing 'I wore green the last time' - It's a voice that is just already given up - it is so sorrowful. Tragic. You can see from that moment the show is going to be headed into such dark territory and it hinges on this tiny throwaway moment of the voice." - Ben Brantley (2022)
"Bernadette's whole, stunning performance [as Rose in Gypsy] galvanized the actors capable of letting loose with her. Bernadette's Rose did take its rightful place, but too late, and unseen by too many who should have seen it" Arthur Laurents (2009)
"Sondheim's own favorite star performances? [Bernadette] Peters in ''Sunday in the Park,'' Lansbury in ''Sweeney Todd'' and ''obviously, Ethel was thrilling in 'Gypsy.'' Nytimes, 2000
#48KIMBERLY AKIMBO Previews
Posted: 10/13/22 at 10:08am
Jordan, your thoughts are far more worthwhile and valued than those who have taken it upon themselves to assume the unwanted and unasked for role of discussion moderator here.
"...everyone finally shut up, and the audience could enjoy the beginning of the Anatevka Pogram in peace."
sppunk
Leading Actor Joined: 6/18/16
#49KIMBERLY AKIMBO Previews
Posted: 10/13/22 at 11:55am
Want to add to the chorus of praise for Jordan’s and his reviews.
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