LOVE NEVER DIES - US Tour — Page 11

broadwayboy223 said: "Anyone know if the plan is still for the tour to open on Broadway?"

The last ALW interview I read was pretty confident that it would. I suspect that perhaps post - Phantom 30th Anniversary they might make an announcement

Lot666 said: "Bwayfan292 said: "Im planning on seeing it in Costa mesa in April, and it may not be a large chunk of money but as a Senior in high school, $275ish is a lot for me lol, Im planning on buying tickets for my family"

Do you mean $275 per ticket, or $275 for your entire family (however many people that is)?

You should have no trouble obtaining tickets for much less than $275 apiece (this isn't New York, and it isn't Hamilton or Dear Evan Hansen).

I saw the original London production three times and have also seen the current touring production three times. I guess that means I think it's worth it."

Thanks! and sorry I should have been more clear it was $275 all together

dmwnc1959 said: "Bwayfan292 said: "Hope everyone is having a great christmas, and for those who dont celebrate christmas, hope you have a great holiday, was wondering if this tour is worth it? I would be catching this in April if i spend the money. It would be a large chunk of money to me, and wanted to know if its worth it for sure to spend the money. "

There isa term I learned in an Economics class: “opportunity cost”.

Only you can decide if this will be worth it. I’m driving 3-1/2hrs round-trip and spending over $120-$150 just for me as a solo ticket to see it. But I have a full-time job and do this on a regular basis. To me it’s well worth every penny.

The window cards and souvenirs I collect are memories. When I listen to the Broadway cast soundtrack after I’ve seen the show, I can see it in my memories. Iremember where I sat, some of the people I talked to, the smiles and tears I experienced during the show. Those are memories that, to me, make it worth it.

Sharing this with your family - isthis a memory you’ll cherish forever? Do you collect anything that you can add from the show to draw memories from years down the road?

Just a few thoughts. :)

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Thank you for this. It helped a lot, i appreciate it! :)

dmwnc1959 said: "Bwayfan292 said: "Hope everyone is having a great christmas, and for those who dont celebrate christmas, hope you have a great holiday, was wondering if this tour is worth it? I would be catching this in April if i spend the money. It would be a large chunk of money to me, and wanted to know if its worth it for sure to spend the money. "

There isa term I learned in an Economics class: “opportunity cost”.

Only you can decide if this will be worth it. I’m driving 3-1/2hrs round-trip and spending over $120-$150 just for me as a solo ticket to see it. But I have a full-time job and do this on a regular basis. To me it’s well worth every penny.

The window cards and souvenirs I collect are memories. When I listen to the Broadway cast soundtrack after I’ve seen the show, I can see it in my memories. Iremember where I sat, some of the people I talked to, the smiles and tears I experienced during the show. Those are memories that, to me, make it worth it.

Sharing this with your family - isthis a memory you’ll cherish forever? Do you collect anything that you can add from the show to draw memories from years down the road?

Just a few thoughts. :)

^^^ I LOVE THIS. Great way to describe it :)

This opened on Tuesday (12/26) in Providence, with Meghan Picerno and Gardar Thor Coates in the lead to a HORRIBLE review buried in the back of our local paper (The Providence Journal). Critic Channing Gray says the story could have been told in 15 minutes, but drags on for nearly 3 hours. He had nothing good to say about this show - nothing at all. Price range in Providence is $42- $94. The show had been very heavily promoted for the past 4 - 6 weeks.

This is followed by the tour of "The Bodyguard" in a couple of weeks, again with heavy promotion. Poor subscribers who are roped into tickets for these shows.

Distinctive - there's no indication that this hasn't been well received on the road. Granted it's not like years ago where the road shows reported their weekly grosses (not sure what that changed...) so no one but the producers know for sure.

In any event, I think most of us who've seen filmed versions of things realize there's a major difference between viewing something on a screen and experiencing it live in the theatre. The Light in the Piazza is something that I've seen on screen numerous times and would be buying tickets for if a revival ever surfaced. The reason you can't imagine paying $150 to see it live is because you obviously dislike it. I for one hope to see it live

David10086 said: "This opened onTuesday (12/26) in Providence, with Meghan Picerno and Gardar Thor Coates in the lead to a HORRIBLE review buried in the back of our local paper (The Providence Journal). Critic Channing Gray says the story could have been told in 15 minutes, but drags on for nearly 3 hours. He had nothing good to say about this show - nothing at all.Price range in Providence is $42- $94. The show had been very heavily promoted for the past 4 - 6 weeks.

This is followed by the tour of "The Bodyguard" in a couple of weeks, again with heavy promotion. Poor subscribers who are roped into tickets for these shows."



Here’s an online review of his I found...

http://www.providencejournal.com/news/20171226/theater-review-phantom-of-opera-sequel-overblown-tearjerker

I’m 9 days and counting. His review didn’t bother me in the least. Can’t wait!!!

Brian07663NJ said: "I've seen the DVD of the show. It isn't the greatest but it isn't the worst show I've seen. To even try to say "why would people go see this live if it is available on DVD? means that you really don't grasp what LIVE theater is all about."



Dude, I’m a seasoned theater professional and theater is my friggin LIFE. I think I have an idea of “what live theater is all about.” Love Never Dies sucks. Seeing it in person will not make it any less terrible. But hey, have a good time.

whitestar45 said: "Channing Gray's review makes it obvious why he writes for a small local newspaper. He has no idea what he is talking about."



Who said it was a small newspaper?



The ProJo is the longest running daily newspaper, very well respected and has won its share of Pulitzer Prizes. Channing Gray is a renowned critic.

My local newspaper - yes. A small newspaper - nothing can be further from the truth.

I attended the matinee performance of Love Never Dies in Providence, RI on Saturday, December 30, 2017.

The weather was an absolute disaster. The planned 3 hour drive from New Jersey for me turned into just over 5 hours so I arrived 30 minutes into the first act. I was very disappointed but arrived safe in spite of all the accidents I passed along the way. When I left New Jersey a little after 9am nothing was happening and about half way into the trip 'snow happened'. It was light and steady, not entirely alarming.

Overall the performance appears to be the exact presentation on the DVD. I did not notice that much changed. In the final scene I saw that the set changed in a minor way in how the safety bar is removed so it is not an obstruction during that final moment (avoiding a spoiler). On the DVD the bar drops and in this touring production stage hands physically remove it.

If I had to pick one troubling weakness it would be the performance of Christine (I don't have my Playbill nearby to post who performed the role and don't want to misname the performer). When she sang in the higher ranges it was seriously difficult to understand her words. I didn't just experience this. I brought it up with my husband after the show and he agreed.

Overall, my impression in comparison to "part one" (LOL) would be that the original keeps climbing in intensity where this "part two" never manages to climb and soar. Love Never Dies tries to marry itself backwards but if you removed the familiar melody snippets from its predecessor you would merely have a love triangle story with one being an ugly deformed man.

I would enjoy seeing this again and happily could envision myself sitting in the theater another time. When I think if I would bring friends/family to see this or recommend it - I actually would. When the curtain came down on Saturday the reception of the audience was that Love Never Dies is accepted and enjoyed. Thunderous applause and cheers were heard. The critics might not love this but I think those who enjoy Andrew Lloyd Webber will - haters will still hate hahaha.

dmwnc1959 said: "Here’s an online review of his I found...

http://www.providencejournal.com/news/20171226/theater-review-phantom-of-opera-sequel-overblown-tearjerker

I’m 9 days and counting. His review didn’t bother me in the least. Can’t wait!!!"

Never let critics tell you what you should and shouldn't like.