Just got back.
Not much more to add to what's already been said.
I had a very fun time and it's a completely adorable show. I agree with Foster about the score. Although I'd like to add "Ireland" to the list of memorable songs. I thought it was so sweet. But, maybe that's cause I have a thing for Irish guys.
Agreed about the choreography. The jump-roping number is genious. But, that's really the extent of how good it gets. Nothing truly impressive. I think LA CAGE remains Mitchell's best work.
I, however, did love Bundy. I thought she held herself very well and really made the part her own. Didn't copy Reese at all. She plays it very vulnerable and less ditzy than Reese. But each performance has its own merits.
This was my first exposure to Orfeh. And I must say I love the woman. LOVE HER. Not a bad thing to say about her. I did see a video of "Ireland" from San Fransisco. I don't know why but I think Mitchell may have asked her to tone it down a bit, her acting I mean. I feel she was a bit more reserved and quiet with things as opposed to San Fran. But, she's just a winning presence and I'm so glad I finally got to see the woman in action.
The cast is uniformly great. Loved Andy Karl, Nikki Snelson, Natalie Joy Johnson and Leslie Kritzer. Richard Blake was, as always, in fine form.
Not a bad thing to say really.
And I agree that if it snags a Best Musical nom...it'll take it.
It has MAJOR touring potential.
And the balcony wasn't nearly as bad as I thought it'd be.
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Updated On: 4/4/07 at 12:19 AM