#76
Posted: 4/11/13 at 10:39pm
BOOK OF MORMON comes immediately to mind, pammy.
Updated On: 4/11/13 at 10:39 PM
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#77
Posted: 4/11/13 at 10:43pm
omg AFTER EIGHT will you just shut the **** up! every thread there has to be some negative comment from you. If you don't have anything constructive to say keep your mouth shut!
#79
Posted: 4/11/13 at 10:48pm
You asked about the last show and MORMON fits the bill. But...BILLY ELLIOT, NEXT TO NORMAL, HAIR, URINETOWN, SPRING AWAKENING, AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY, SOUTH PACIFIC, GYPSY (Patti), THE NORMAL HEART, THE PRODUCERS, THE NORMAN CONQUESTS, HAIRSPRAY, .. Am I just listing every show in recent memory that ever got a majority of rave reviews? I'm confused... LOL
The NY Post is a four star rave, a rarity for Vincentelli:
"Once in a blue moon, a show comes out blazing and restores your faith in Broadway. “Matilda The Musical” is that show.
“Matilda” landed at the Shubert Theatre with daunting advance word from its London run: We were told this Royal Shakespeare Company production was simultaneously arty and crowd-pleasing, irreverent and uplifting, appealing to children and adults, blah blah blah.
For once, you can believe the hype. A treat for ears and eyes, brain and heart, the glorious “Matilda” has it all — plus lasers!"
http://www.nypost.com/p/entertainment/theater/matilda_one_for_the_books_NkTbt6HPoEmm0lbz7uDVbK?utm_medium=rss&utm_content=Theater
The NY Post is a four star rave, a rarity for Vincentelli:
"Once in a blue moon, a show comes out blazing and restores your faith in Broadway. “Matilda The Musical” is that show.
“Matilda” landed at the Shubert Theatre with daunting advance word from its London run: We were told this Royal Shakespeare Company production was simultaneously arty and crowd-pleasing, irreverent and uplifting, appealing to children and adults, blah blah blah.
For once, you can believe the hype. A treat for ears and eyes, brain and heart, the glorious “Matilda” has it all — plus lasers!"
http://www.nypost.com/p/entertainment/theater/matilda_one_for_the_books_NkTbt6HPoEmm0lbz7uDVbK?utm_medium=rss&utm_content=Theater
Updated On: 4/11/13 at 10:48 PM
#80
Posted: 4/11/13 at 10:50pm
It appears most reviewers saw either Oona or Milly. Has there been one that saw Sophia?
#81
Posted: 4/11/13 at 10:50pm
I'm surprised After Eight hasn't compared Matilda to Homeland yet, specifically since watching Matilda apparently scarred him like Brody in captivity...
Words don't deserve that kind of malarkey. They're innocent, neutral, precise, standing for this, describing that, meaning the other, so if you look after them you can build bridges across incomprehension and chaos. But when they get their corners knocked off, they're no good anymore…I don't think writers are sacred, but words are. They deserve respect. If you get the right ones in the right order, you can nudge the world a little.
#82
Posted: 4/11/13 at 10:53pm
This is certainly going to create a bit of a horse race between the three big family friendly shows this summer. WICKED, SPIDERMAN, and now MATILDA will all be marketing heavily for that family-friendly tourist dollar.
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#83
Posted: 4/11/13 at 10:57pm
Jnb, I can't make the comparison because I don't know what Homeland is. Nor do I care to know.
And Play It Again, my posts are the most constructive of any on this board. They are concerned with the well-being of the audience, without whom we would have no theatre at all.
And Play It Again, my posts are the most constructive of any on this board. They are concerned with the well-being of the audience, without whom we would have no theatre at all.
#84
Posted: 4/11/13 at 10:59pm
If the well-being of the theatergoing audience rests on After Eight's shoulders, then maybe he's right and the future of theater really is doomed.
#85
Posted: 4/11/13 at 11:02pm
After Eight, Homeland is the current reigning winner of Best Drama Series at both the Emmys and the Golden Globes (which it's won twice, in both its eligible seasons.)
The performances of its three leads, Claire Danes, Damian Lewis and Mandy Patinkin, have all been highly acclaimed as well (Danes and Lewis each won both Emmys and Globes as well, Danes winning twice so far.)
I'm sorry you don't care to know about things many people like.
The performances of its three leads, Claire Danes, Damian Lewis and Mandy Patinkin, have all been highly acclaimed as well (Danes and Lewis each won both Emmys and Globes as well, Danes winning twice so far.)
I'm sorry you don't care to know about things many people like.
Words don't deserve that kind of malarkey. They're innocent, neutral, precise, standing for this, describing that, meaning the other, so if you look after them you can build bridges across incomprehension and chaos. But when they get their corners knocked off, they're no good anymore…I don't think writers are sacred, but words are. They deserve respect. If you get the right ones in the right order, you can nudge the world a little.
Updated On: 4/11/13 at 11:02 PM
#86
Posted: 4/11/13 at 11:05pm
Quite an upset for Kinky Boots !
Those boots were made for walkin'...
Those boots were made for walkin'...
#87
Posted: 4/11/13 at 11:06pm
Examiner is positive! It's from the previews, but it's still the same thing. Compares this to Disney!
"Thanks to BroadwayGlobal for this sneak peak "Matilda" preview review. Call it just a coincidence that "Mary Poppins" closes while "Matilda" opens on Broadway. "Even a Disney "King" may give up the box office throne for this topical musical, full of heart and soul. "Matilda" is sick, really Really Sick, and you'll love it!" BroadwayGlobal.
The breaking box office records London musical inspired by Roald Dahl, with book by Dennis Kelly, and Music/Lyrics by Tim Minchin, "Matilda" has set its' magic on Broadway.
With characters more outrageous than Disney, "Matilda" offers a new modern day musical for families, adults or any age for that matter. Don't let the name fool you. "Matilda" is not just a kid musical. But if you want to feel like a kid again, fall in love with some of Broadway biggest musical characters to date, "Matilda" is the winning family ticket." Theatre Chat.
Matilda's mother Mrs. Wormwood played by "BroadwayGlobal sexiest", Laurence Olivier Award winning Lesli Margherita ("Zorro") is a huge audience favorite. You have all seen Lesli on TV in Fame L.A., N.Y.P.D. Blue, Charmed, just to name a few. Now Margherita hits Broadway with lightning force. Lesli's over the top character Mrs. Wormwood combines Dancing with the Stars, married with children - Bundy meets "Annie's" Mrs Hannigan. Lesli (Mrs. Wormwood) is sure to get a Tony Award nomination and may just win, not just with her dance moves of over the back, splits and lifts that wow the audience. Lesli singing "Loud" is just one of the highlights of the new smash hit musical. This born to dance mother is not happy when she is surprised with a girl named "Matilda"."
More here:
http://www.examiner.com/review/move-over-disney-lesli-margherita-and-broadway-s-matilda-are-here-to-stay
"Thanks to BroadwayGlobal for this sneak peak "Matilda" preview review. Call it just a coincidence that "Mary Poppins" closes while "Matilda" opens on Broadway. "Even a Disney "King" may give up the box office throne for this topical musical, full of heart and soul. "Matilda" is sick, really Really Sick, and you'll love it!" BroadwayGlobal.
The breaking box office records London musical inspired by Roald Dahl, with book by Dennis Kelly, and Music/Lyrics by Tim Minchin, "Matilda" has set its' magic on Broadway.
With characters more outrageous than Disney, "Matilda" offers a new modern day musical for families, adults or any age for that matter. Don't let the name fool you. "Matilda" is not just a kid musical. But if you want to feel like a kid again, fall in love with some of Broadway biggest musical characters to date, "Matilda" is the winning family ticket." Theatre Chat.
Matilda's mother Mrs. Wormwood played by "BroadwayGlobal sexiest", Laurence Olivier Award winning Lesli Margherita ("Zorro") is a huge audience favorite. You have all seen Lesli on TV in Fame L.A., N.Y.P.D. Blue, Charmed, just to name a few. Now Margherita hits Broadway with lightning force. Lesli's over the top character Mrs. Wormwood combines Dancing with the Stars, married with children - Bundy meets "Annie's" Mrs Hannigan. Lesli (Mrs. Wormwood) is sure to get a Tony Award nomination and may just win, not just with her dance moves of over the back, splits and lifts that wow the audience. Lesli singing "Loud" is just one of the highlights of the new smash hit musical. This born to dance mother is not happy when she is surprised with a girl named "Matilda"."
More here:
http://www.examiner.com/review/move-over-disney-lesli-margherita-and-broadway-s-matilda-are-here-to-stay
#88
Posted: 4/11/13 at 11:09pm
Lol, sorry... I'm glad for another rave, but Examiner is amateur hour. As is that review.
Words don't deserve that kind of malarkey. They're innocent, neutral, precise, standing for this, describing that, meaning the other, so if you look after them you can build bridges across incomprehension and chaos. But when they get their corners knocked off, they're no good anymore…I don't think writers are sacred, but words are. They deserve respect. If you get the right ones in the right order, you can nudge the world a little.
#89
Posted: 4/11/13 at 11:09pm
Jnb,
Thanks for the info, even though I told you I didn't care to know. And however respectful I am of the taste and judgment of Emmy and Golden Globe voters, I think I'll just listen to Dear World instead. Particularly the song, "I Don't Want to Know."
Thanks for the info, even though I told you I didn't care to know. And however respectful I am of the taste and judgment of Emmy and Golden Globe voters, I think I'll just listen to Dear World instead. Particularly the song, "I Don't Want to Know."
#90
Posted: 4/11/13 at 11:14pm
Time is a rave:
"The real miracle, though, is not Matilda, but "Matilda," the wondrous new musical from London that has just arrived on Broadway. It would be easy to call it the best British musical since Billy Elliot, but that, I’m afraid, would be underselling it. You have to go back to The Lion King to find a show with as much invention, spirit and genre-redefining verve. After plugging through years of slick but workmanlike musicals, crowd-pleasing song cycles and formulaic spirit-lifters (latest example: Kinky Boots), Matilda seems to clear away the deadwood and announce a fresh start for the Broadway musical.
...
A bigger question is whether American audiences, used to more simplistic “family” shows or the slam-bang satire of The Book of Mormon, will take to a darker, more contemplative and delicately layered show like Matilda. They’d better. If not, it’s Chokey for everyone."
http://entertainment.time.com/2013/04/11/matilda-the-best-musical-since-the-lion-king/#ixzz2QDQjlDfh
"The real miracle, though, is not Matilda, but "Matilda," the wondrous new musical from London that has just arrived on Broadway. It would be easy to call it the best British musical since Billy Elliot, but that, I’m afraid, would be underselling it. You have to go back to The Lion King to find a show with as much invention, spirit and genre-redefining verve. After plugging through years of slick but workmanlike musicals, crowd-pleasing song cycles and formulaic spirit-lifters (latest example: Kinky Boots), Matilda seems to clear away the deadwood and announce a fresh start for the Broadway musical.
...
A bigger question is whether American audiences, used to more simplistic “family” shows or the slam-bang satire of The Book of Mormon, will take to a darker, more contemplative and delicately layered show like Matilda. They’d better. If not, it’s Chokey for everyone."
http://entertainment.time.com/2013/04/11/matilda-the-best-musical-since-the-lion-king/#ixzz2QDQjlDfh
Updated On: 4/11/13 at 11:14 PM
#91
Posted: 4/11/13 at 11:18pm
No problem, After Eight. Your wonderful mix of insatiable appetite for new shows and apparently absolute close-mindedness about said new shows never fails to bemuse me.
I figured knowing Mandy Patinkin was involved (and acclaimed for it) might strike your fancy, but he might have been after your time.
I figured knowing Mandy Patinkin was involved (and acclaimed for it) might strike your fancy, but he might have been after your time.
Words don't deserve that kind of malarkey. They're innocent, neutral, precise, standing for this, describing that, meaning the other, so if you look after them you can build bridges across incomprehension and chaos. But when they get their corners knocked off, they're no good anymore…I don't think writers are sacred, but words are. They deserve respect. If you get the right ones in the right order, you can nudge the world a little.
#92
Posted: 4/11/13 at 11:23pm
Also, ouch TIME... throwing Kinky Boots under the bus, there...
Words don't deserve that kind of malarkey. They're innocent, neutral, precise, standing for this, describing that, meaning the other, so if you look after them you can build bridges across incomprehension and chaos. But when they get their corners knocked off, they're no good anymore…I don't think writers are sacred, but words are. They deserve respect. If you get the right ones in the right order, you can nudge the world a little.
#93
Posted: 4/11/13 at 11:33pm
So now that Brantley has given Kinky Boots a pretty good review and a Critic's Pick designation, Matilda gets an out-and-out rave and what...a Critic's Pick Plus? Scratching my head on this one, because the degree of admiration he had for each of them wasn't at all the same.
#94
Posted: 4/11/13 at 11:45pm
Bascially Matilda will win and all the other musicals will not have a future
#95
Posted: 4/11/13 at 11:45pm
NY Daily News is positive with four out of five stars:
"The odd little girl at the center of the spiky and lavishly inventive new Broadway show “Matilda” learns her ABCs early. By age 5, she’s mastered reading and devoured classics like “Jane Eyre” and “Crime and Punishment.” She’s also sussed out the harsh truth of hard-knock lives: Fend for yourself.
...
“Matilda” arrives on Broadway with a lot going for it, including an illustrious history as an award-winning hit in London. The show also comes with English actor Bertie Carvel, who crossed a gender line and won an Olivier for his turn as Trunchbull. With his hair in a bun, humplike shoulders and drab brown uniform, Carvel looks like a giant Brownie. As written, Trunchbull is one-note mean, and master comic knockout Carvel relishes every nasty minute.
Four girls rotate in the role of Matilda, including Sophia Gennusa, Oona Laurence and Bailey Ryon. At last Friday’s performance, the solemn-eyed and sweet-voiced Milly Shapiro delivered a performance that was grave, gutsy and go-girl winning."
http://www.nydailynews.com/entertainment/music-arts/matilda-theater-review-article-1.1313830
"The odd little girl at the center of the spiky and lavishly inventive new Broadway show “Matilda” learns her ABCs early. By age 5, she’s mastered reading and devoured classics like “Jane Eyre” and “Crime and Punishment.” She’s also sussed out the harsh truth of hard-knock lives: Fend for yourself.
...
“Matilda” arrives on Broadway with a lot going for it, including an illustrious history as an award-winning hit in London. The show also comes with English actor Bertie Carvel, who crossed a gender line and won an Olivier for his turn as Trunchbull. With his hair in a bun, humplike shoulders and drab brown uniform, Carvel looks like a giant Brownie. As written, Trunchbull is one-note mean, and master comic knockout Carvel relishes every nasty minute.
Four girls rotate in the role of Matilda, including Sophia Gennusa, Oona Laurence and Bailey Ryon. At last Friday’s performance, the solemn-eyed and sweet-voiced Milly Shapiro delivered a performance that was grave, gutsy and go-girl winning."
http://www.nydailynews.com/entertainment/music-arts/matilda-theater-review-article-1.1313830
#96
Posted: 4/11/13 at 11:57pm
If anyone cares, two of the three word of mouth panelists weren't wowed by it. Like it matters...
http://www.broadway.com/videos/154723/were-our-word-of-mouth-panelists-spellbound-by-broadways-matilda/#play
http://www.broadway.com/videos/154723/were-our-word-of-mouth-panelists-spellbound-by-broadways-matilda/#play
#97
Posted: 4/12/13 at 12:29am
"my posts are the most constructive of any on this board."
My ass.
My ass.
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#99
Posted: 4/12/13 at 2:33am
That's a laugh After Eight.
Just keep in mind this is the same wheezy old hack who thought "Hit the Wall" was highly theatrical and didn't kow-tow to the usual broadway playwrights' "standards" when it was probably the most cliched and unoriginal production to hit off-Broadway this year. I guess he likes to sit on his in home hospital bed while eating cheese puffs and watching reruns of RuPaul's drag race since the dialog in that show was a poor man's version of that dreck that he must endlessly watch every night.
And let's not forget he found Bette's SH*Tler's routine practice of calling for lines 8 to 10 times a night "entertaining". Clearly we know what his pathetic measure of quality is.
His posts are clearly constructive (not to mention rather uneducated about the art of theater)--steer clear of any show that he raves about in his feeble minded brain and buy tickets to any he spits he geriatric toxic venom at.
Just keep in mind this is the same wheezy old hack who thought "Hit the Wall" was highly theatrical and didn't kow-tow to the usual broadway playwrights' "standards" when it was probably the most cliched and unoriginal production to hit off-Broadway this year. I guess he likes to sit on his in home hospital bed while eating cheese puffs and watching reruns of RuPaul's drag race since the dialog in that show was a poor man's version of that dreck that he must endlessly watch every night.
And let's not forget he found Bette's SH*Tler's routine practice of calling for lines 8 to 10 times a night "entertaining". Clearly we know what his pathetic measure of quality is.
His posts are clearly constructive (not to mention rather uneducated about the art of theater)--steer clear of any show that he raves about in his feeble minded brain and buy tickets to any he spits he geriatric toxic venom at.
#100
Posted: 4/12/13 at 6:55am
Interesting how different the reactions of the word-of-mouth panelists are from those of the critics.
I wonder why that is.
And on this board and ATC, we have seen a wide range of opinions about this show from the most ardent theatregoers around. And yet none of the dissatisfaction expressed by them is to be found in this trumpeting set of raves.
I wonder why that is.
I wonder why that is.
And on this board and ATC, we have seen a wide range of opinions about this show from the most ardent theatregoers around. And yet none of the dissatisfaction expressed by them is to be found in this trumpeting set of raves.
I wonder why that is.
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