Let's Side Line GYPSY & MILLIE & HAIRSPRAY

Here's a novel idea kiddies...

Let's set aside 7 SEVEN 7 full days without raising a thread on either GYPSY and MILLIE and HAIRSPRAY and the performers in those shows, or the recordings of them.

This is not a criticism of any of these shows (one of which I admire greatly). Just a suggestion to help raise the conscienciousness of the messages. It might be quite invigorating for this message board to see what other topics would be raised if these shows were verbotin.

Just think of all the comments that would surface once the 7 days are up.

Just think of all the other theatre that could be discussed in the meantime.

Just think of the possibilities for us all.

If you think that idea stinks. Then I revert back to my earilier suggestion that there be a "kiddies thread" separate from the "adult" message board. And no intermingling!

Your loveable Broadyway Bulldog, who's always aiming for a better Broadway!

Updated On: 8/23/03 at 06:15 PM

GO GYPSY!!!!

GO MILLIE!!!

Verboten is spelled with an e.

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That whole "how old is everyone" post was a really bad idea.

Updated On: 8/23/03 at 07:21 PM

amen magruder!!! exactly my point---five gold stars for you!!::::::::::::::::::::)

ChrisLovesShows, I knew I was throwing water into the hot oil, but I still support my idea. I happen to think both of them are good ones (especially cordoning off the "kiddies").

Magruder, I don't at all disagree with you. I was 15 once too. I happen to applaud interest of the theatre at any age. But I believe people should be willing to expand their horizons at any age as well.

PJ, you are right. I was sadly disappointed to have my impression confirmed that many of the most vociferous and inane posters on this board are under 20.

Bernadette, take pleasure in the fact that your ever increasing annoying personality and disrespectufl attitude on this message board is perhaps one reason GYPSY is beginning to become a thorn to me. No doubt you think you're cute. Fact is you're just a child only to be ignored and tolerated.

Sondheimfreak, yes, I knew I should have verified the spelling.

JO, A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC was the first musical I saw after moving to NYC in the summer of 1974. I also went to the closing night performance. I'd be happy to discuss this show with you, if you'd like.

Your for a better Broadway!

Bway Bulldog, I am 15 and metioned I want to learn more about older musicals. Also, that is the great thing about this board bringing "kiddies" (which is no name for us, are titles are teenagers or young adults, thanks) and adults together.

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Bulldog, it seems to me that answer to the problem is obvious. Instead of an attack format, why didn’t you start a thread along the lines of, Ok I’ve heard enough about THESE shows, I’m starting a thread about THIS. I believe you would find that would work much better.

I’ll be the first to admit I don’t know very much about some shows. One of the reasons I enjoy posting on a board about Broadway is to LEARN. You can’t do that if you don’t ask questions and I think it is very commendable for the young people of the board to do so.

Instead of complaining about the ages of those posting on the board, why not see yourself as a role model for them and explain about what you are interested in. I have spoken to many of the youngsters on this board–by PM, by chat room and by the board itself. I’ve learned a great many things from them and I hope they have learned a little something from me. And not always about Broadway itself. I had to explain to one young man that I didn’t consider it respectful for him to call me “Hon”, he understood and we have had many nice chats since then.

They usually only turn mean and disrespectful when they feel that they are being talked down to or are being disrespected by an adult.

I’m sure you will find that if given the chance, the younger crowd would enjoy reading your posts on those subjects that interest you. While not all will be up to your level, there are many who can post with great insights beyond their years.

Why not give it a try?

In the mean time, tell me about “A Little Night Music”? I’ve heard the title but other than that, I know nothing about it. And I'm no teen. What’s it about?

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See everyone, I totally respect DofB5 now! Thanks DofB5 for understanding us!

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Cope and darling DoB, you both make quite valid points. There's no doubt I could have stated my point in a better way. There's no question that it's wonderful to share one's interest in theatre. Unfortunately there appears to be less of an appetite to actually discuss a variety of theatre. Instead the same tired subjects/people or ridiculous polls continue to be raised, and all dominated by posters with not much life experience or breadth of knowledge (as demonstrated by their postings) but certainly plenty of time on their hands. This sameness creates a pall over the board in general, in my opinion, and it is starting to lose its appeal. I stand by the courage of my conviction to state my opinion, not directed to offend anyone personally but rather to say let's begin adding some variety to the topics and give the ubiquitious ones a rest.

Yours for a better Broadway!

I do NOT appreciate the notion that people who are younger only appreciate the newer musicals and cannot appreciate or possess a similar or maybe even greater knowledge of classical and older musicals. I can personally say that many of my favorite shows opened before I was even alive to see them.

Hear, Hear, Broadway Bulldog! While I enjoy reading the observations about the current shows/actors I'm also very interested in Broadway's past. I'm always glad to read about what some may refer to as Broadway's golden age. For me I guess that is anything that predates Cats!