New York City, I Don't Know How To Quit You!- Page 2

[Patti LuPone FANatic]

Posted: 3/31/25 at 7:38pm

Patti LuPone FANatic said: "ChairinMain said: "Absolutely do a third show after Oh Mary. Mary is less than 90 minutes, you'll have time to grab a relaxed dinner before any 8 pm curtain. Imean - why not? See what's on sale at TKTS that day and enjoy!" For some reason, I somewhow thought that the running time was 2 hrs. 30 min. It must have been a mix up. So, if the show begins at 5:00 and ends before 6:30 p.m.then perhaps I can see another show. Let me put my thinking cap on. So conceivably, I could wind up with a total of 6 shows.   Yes, it does certainly appear I have a slew of choices for a late evening show on Sat. June 21st and an evening performance on Sun. June 22nd.  I'm curious about the Bobby Darin show as well as Boop.  As an aside, I would like to meet some of you before my trip is finis.  A good place to meet would be at Marie's.  I especially would love to meet the one person in this board who is uber-knowledgeable about all things Chicago.  

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[ChairinMain]

Posted: 3/31/25 at 7:41pm

It should end at or before 6:30, yes. While a 7 pm curtain is maybe SLIGHTLY tight following Oh Mary (depending on how many blocks you'd be walking), you'd still have no problem making curtain. 

Do you have plans to see Maybe Happy Ending? If not...do that. It's incredible. Would also recommend Operation Mincemeat, Death Becomes Her or Dead Outlaw. Audra in Gypsy is also terrific (if slightly controversial)...knowing what I know of your tastes from your posting history, I'd say check out Gypsy, MHE or Death Becomes Her.

[Patti LuPone FANatic]

Posted: 3/31/25 at 7:58pm

I was contemplating Just In Time, but the cheapest tickets are 199 plus fees.  That's out.  I am leaning towards Boop.  The tickets are "very" affordable.  For the Sat. June 21st 8 p.m. show, there are many, "many" open seats.  Also, I LOVE Faith Prince.  So I'm definitely leaning to see that show.  I am a bit concerned about the durability of the show between now and June 21st.  At $58 (fees included), it's a good theatre bargain.  

[Sutton Ross]

Posted: 3/31/25 at 8:05pm

Roman, I'm not sure Boop is going to last through 2025 but Jasmine is a true star. I think you would love watching her perform, it's a true star-in-the-making situation and it's very exciting. And yes, just like Smash, affordable tickets are very much in abundance. Do it! 

Sutton ❤️

Updated On: 3/31/25 at 08:05 PM

[Patti LuPone FANatic]

Posted: 3/31/25 at 8:15pm

So, do you think that Boop will still be around June 21st?

[Matt Rogers]

Posted: 3/31/25 at 8:16pm

Sutton Ross said: "Roman, I'm not sure Boop is going to last through 2025but Jasmine is a true star. I think you would love watching her perform, it's a true star-in-the-making situation and it's very exciting.And yes, just like Smash, affordable tickets are very much in abundance. Do it!

Sutton ❤️"

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[LetTheSunshineIn2]

Posted: 3/31/25 at 8:22pm

If you book your hotel via playbill you can stay at the Paramount minus the resort fee.  https://playbilltravel.travelwits.com/

That's been the best rate I can find for a May trip as well. It's fine and the location is perfect, but I too will be looking for better rates elsewhere between now and then.

Updated On: 3/31/25 at 08:22 PM

[Sutton Ross]

Posted: 3/31/25 at 8:25pm

Patti LuPone FANatic said: "So, do you think that Boop will still be around June 21st?"

I honestly think they'll be around until at least the Tonys but I didn't check last week's grosses. I'd say go for it with the current prices. 

 

[Matt Rogers]

Posted: 3/31/25 at 8:30pm

Sutton Ross said: "Patti LuPone FANatic said: "So, do you think that Boop will still be around June 21st?"

I honestly think they'll be around until at least the Tonys but I didn't check last week's grosses. I'd say go for it with the current prices.

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What is the point of this post? You used 27 words to say absolutely nothing of relevance. You THINK it will be open until the Tony’s BUT you haven’t checked the grosses. Good lord. 

[Patti LuPone FANatic]

Posted: 3/31/25 at 8:35pm

Matt Rogers said: "Sutton Ross said: "Patti LuPone FANatic said: "So, do you think that Boop will still be around June 21st?"

I honestly think they'll be around until at least the Tonys but I didn't check last week's grosses. I'd say go for it with the current prices.

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What is the point of this post? You used 27 words to say absolutely nothing of relevance. You THINK it will be open until the Tony’s BUT you haven’t checked the grosses. Good lord."    Sutton Ross meant well.   I'm curious about Cole Escola.  Does C.E. stage door or is it majorly cray cray?

 

Updated On: 3/31/25 at 08:35 PM

[Sutton Ross]

Posted: 3/31/25 at 9:18pm

Pmed you, sweets. 

[Patti LuPone FANatic]

Posted: 3/31/25 at 10:17pm

Sutton Ross said: "Pmed you, sweets."  Personally, I can be sweet or sour, depending on my mood.  I responded to both your messages.  Tra!  (I first heard this word in a groundbreaking British film.  It basically means "bye").  Whoever can name that film gets a gold star.  Roman in Austin, Texas (a blue city in a red state)

 

[Patti LuPone FANatic]

Posted: 4/12/25 at 2:07pm

I have added "Boop" to my intinerary.  To recap, on Sat. June 21st, I'll be seeing:  "Penzance" at 2:00 p.m., Oh Mary! at 5:00 p.m. and "BOOP" at 8:00 p.m.   I'm going to be one tired tourist by the end of that day.  I hope I get the chance to meet Faith Prince at the stage door.   So far, that's five shows in all.  I have space for one more show on Sun. June 22, after I see SMASH at 3:00 p.m.   Tough decision...: )

Updated On: 4/12/25 at 02:07 PM

[Patti LuPone FANatic]

Posted: 6/2/25 at 6:21pm

Hello all.  I'm excited that my trip to NYC is fast approaching.  I've been visiting the Big Apple since 2011.  In those years, I've never been to the Brooklyn Bridge (or Brooklyn for that matter).  I'm not sure that I could handle crossing the Brooklyn Bridge and back.  (Even when I visit San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge, I can only manage the first section and then my problems with height get the best of me.)  I would like to visit a restaurant somewhat close to the bridge.  I guess I need to do a Google Maps search of that area.  Also, I'm somewhat curious of taking the Staten Island Ferry.  I'd look at it as an adventure.  I'll be staying at the Paramount Times Square at 235 West 46th St.  How would I get there to the Brooklyn Bridge /.Brooklyn?  

[Sutton Ross]

Posted: 6/2/25 at 6:46pm

Hey sweetie, I hope you have a wonderful time here. So, you'll want to get on the 2 or 3 train at the 42nd Street-Times Square station heading downtown and get off at the Park Place station. From there, it’s just a short walk to the pedestrian entrance of the Brooklyn Bridge. The whole journey should take around 20 minutes, give or take. My favorite restaurants around that area are The River Cafe (BK side) and Kesté Pizza e Vino (Manhattan side). Enjoy R! 

[Dreamboy3]

Posted: 6/2/25 at 8:18pm

There are a few good restaurants in the south street seaport area in Manhattan that have great views of the Brooklyn Bridge, Brooklyn and the harbor. Not sure what your budget is — some are pricey. 

[Patti LuPone FANatic]

Posted: 6/19/25 at 5:11pm

To recap, my itinerary for this weekend is:  Fri. June 20th:  Chicago @ 8:00 p.m.

Sat. June 21st:  Penzance 2:00 p.m. 227 West 42nd St. Todd Haimes Theatre

                          Oh Mary!  5:00 p.m.  149 West 45th St. Lyceum Theatre

                           Boop! 8:00 p.m.  235 West 44th St. Broadhurst Theatre

Sun. June 22nd:  SMASH  3:00 p.m. 249 West 45th St. 

I hope to go to Marie's after the Chicago performance.  

[Nolan LuPone]

Posted: 6/19/25 at 6:00pm

Roman, are you aware that you will be seeing Cole's second to last show (for the foreseeable future, at least)? You are one lucky duck! Wish I could get the chance to see them too, but I just haven't had the time. Anywho, I hope you enjoy your shows; especially your rite of passage to the Ambassador tomorrow. Have fun!

Updated On: 6/19/25 at 06:00 PM

[Patti LuPone FANatic]

Posted: 6/20/25 at 5:25pm

Yes, I was very lucky that I got my ticket for Oh Mary! on June 21st.  To be quite honest, I don't think it will be hist last show.  It seems that he takes a break and then makes a "return".  It's Cole's baby after all.  I'm very fortunate that I got my Smash ticket for June 22nd.  It will be a bittersweet experience in some ways.  I just had a yummy lamb gyro from the food truck at 46th and 8th Ave.  I'll rest, shower and then get ready to do my impersonation of Eve Harrington,  outside of the Ambassador Theatre.  

Updated On: 6/20/25 at 05:25 PM

[Melissa25]

Posted: 6/20/25 at 7:36pm

Give her a milkshake!

[Patti LuPone FANatic]

Posted: 6/20/25 at 11:31pm

I just got back from seeing Chicago this evening.  It was a Friday night crowd, so the theatre seemed full.  There was a bit more energy, as several school groups were in attendance.  Celia Nightengale was on as Matron Mama Morton.  She gave a very nice performance.  I was very impressed by Sophie Carmen Jones, who was on fire as Velma.  The audience loudly cheered her, as she completed her impressive high kicks.  Sharon Moore was on as June.  She gave some sassiness in her performance during the Cell Block Tango.  Max Von Essen gives Jason Danieley some stiff competition with "the.....gun" note.  As a matter of fact, he grabbed at his bowtie to help him finish that long note.  One thing I noticed is a lot of new faces.  The new Fred Casely Zach Bravo was very easy on the eyes.  He seemed very energetic throughout the show.  In his Playbill bio, his IG is "the_zachbravo".  At the stage door, he caught the attention of a large group of girls from the high school group.  Charlotte was her usual fabulous self.  I could have sworn there were a couple of times that she stifled the urge to laugh at certain moments.  I admire her energy.  I did speak a little bit with Kristen Faith Oei (Hunyak and Velma Kelly u/s) at the stage door.  I had a grand time.  

[inception]

Posted: 6/21/25 at 6:46am

I looked at Mr. Bravo 's instagram & there is a post from 4 days ago saying that this is his Broadway debut.  Previously he had been with the Philip tour of Hamilton.for a couple years. And before that he was Rum Tum Tugger on the Cats tour. So I think I saw him twice in that.

[Patti LuPone FANatic]

Posted: 6/22/25 at 1:04pm

Yesterday (June 21st) was a busy day.  I started off with "Pirates: The Penzance Musical".  It was a very enjoyable show.  Jinx Monsoon has a tremendous voice.  The entire cast and crew were amazing.  I enjoyed the first act a little bit better than the second one.  The audience clearly loved David Hyde Pierce and Ramin Karimloo.  At 5:00 p.m., I saw "Oh Mary!"  It was funny, bawdy and very intense.  Cole Escola was wickedly funny as the First Lady wannabe chanteuse.  I wasn't aware of the storyline involving Lincol and his male assistant.  Bianca Leigh as Mary's chaperone was impressive.  It was interesting that the theatre darkens completely for set changes.  The entire theatre was laughing out loud at all the hijinks onstage.  I'd like to think that Cole is taking a break from the show, rather than leaving it completely.  Finally, at 8:00 p.m., it was time for "Boop".  I had the most wonderful time.  The show's use of shades of black and gray was put to good effect.  Their visual graphics and special effects were out of this world!  Before the show began, an announcement was made that the role usually played by Jasmine Amy Rogers would be played by Victoria Byrd.  There was obviously an audible "awwww" from the crowd.  The understudy was phenomenal.  She played her part with such gusto and energy!   The scenes contrasted with the use of black and white and color.  I swear that one of Betty's costume was the shiniest and sparkly costume I have ever seen in all the years I've seen theatre.  It was remarkable.  (Spoiler alert)  At one point, there was an energetic number where all of the characters wore clothes with color on one side and black and white on the other side.  Surpisingly, there were some well deserved feminist references.  I had a blast.  I took video of the curtain call.  I'll post it later.  I enjoyed myself very very much with Boop.  I do hope it can manage to hang on for a while longer.   It is such a charming and visually stunning show!   P.S.  I'll head out to see Smash in about an hour.  The entrance to the Imperial Theatre is on 45th St., while the stage door is north of the theatre on 46th St.   This happens to  be located across the street from my hotel (the Paramount) on W. 46th.  Once the curtain calls finish, I'll have to make a quick dash to get to 46th st. and the Smash stage door.  I can't wait!

[ACL2006]

Posted: 6/22/25 at 1:21pm

Roman, if you're seeing Chicago again tonight, you'll get to see Jessica Ernest as Roxie. Four understudies/swings are on for both shows today.

[Patti LuPone FANatic]

Posted: 6/22/25 at 8:18pm

I'm resting in my hotel (located across from the Imperial Theatre stage door).  I was too tired after SMASH .  My phone is charging so I can go to Times Square later.  Here are the stage door pics I took at the Smash stage door.  One at a time.