Notebook Musical coming to Broadway- Page 4

[EDSOSLO858]

Posted: 9/3/23 at 11:03pm

Previews now begin on February 10.

They've kept the "watercolor silhouettes" key art, but they've also reverted back to the Chicago logo text:

 

[RippedMan]

Posted: 9/3/23 at 11:13pm

Just saying the music didn't quite catch my attention on first listen the way something like Waitress or Fun Home did.

[Ensemble1686998462]

Posted: 9/3/23 at 11:17pm

What are the predictions for this? I know he's still around writing, but mainstream wise the Nicholas Sparks brand burnt out ages ago and it's mostly seen as a joke. Plus, I've always thought the "iconic status" and fond memories was more due to Rachel and Ryan rather than the story itself.    

[ErmengardeStopSniveling]

Posted: 9/3/23 at 11:25pm

I think the team's hope is that the show resonates with female buyers in the way that WAITRESS and BEAUTIFUL and SIX and HADESTOWN have.

But it could also be a BRIDGES or a BRIGHT STAR or a GROUNDHOG DAY.

It will have to stand on its own as a musical without relying on the source material to buoy it.

[inception]

Posted: 9/4/23 at 7:51am

I can't see it going over well if it doesn't stick close to the film version.  As much as we like to complain about films turned into musicals, that's what people know.

But, it doesn't really matter to me as the only way I'll ever see this is if one day I end up in a wheelchair and incommunicado and my caretaker takes me against my will.  Even that is unlikely as I'll be generous and say this only lasts until January 2025.

[Call_me_jorge]

Posted: 9/4/23 at 10:13am

RippedMan said: "Just saying the music didn't quite catch my attention on first listen the way something like Waitress or Fun Home did."

It’s completely valid to have personal preferences when it comes to musical scores, and the immediate connection one feels to a piece of music can vary widely. That being said, the music in “The Notebook: The Musical” brings a unique set of qualities that differentiate it from shows like “Waitress” or “Fun Home.”

1. Nuanced Storytelling: “The Notebook” offers a sweeping romance that spans decades. The musical score is crafted in a way that captures the evolving nature of love over time. Instead of immediate hooks or catchy tunes, it prioritizes emotion and narrative depth. It’s the kind of score that can grow on you with multiple listens as you unearth its subtleties.
2. Thematic Cohesiveness: The music is tailored to complement the story’s Southern setting and the time periods it covers. This provides a sense of time, place, and atmosphere that immerses the audience into Allie and Noah’s world.
3. Emotional Depth: While shows like “Waitress” or “Fun Home” might have more instantly memorable melodies, “The Notebook” opts for a more introspective approach. The score is designed to evoke deep emotions and introspection, mirroring the complexities of love, memory, and longing present in the story.
4. Broad Range: The music covers a spectrum of emotions, from the youthful excitement of first love to the bittersweet pain of separation and the profound depths of lifelong commitment. This diverse range provides a rich listening experience that unfolds over time.

In conclusion, while “The Notebook: The Musical” might not have the immediate catchiness of some other shows, its beauty lies in its depth, thematic resonance, and the emotional journey it takes its audience on. It’s a musical that rewards repeated listening, revealing more of its intricate layers with each play.
 

inception said: "But, it doesn't really matter to me as the only way I'll ever see this is if one day I end up in a wheelchair and incommunicado and my caretaker takes me against my will. Even that is unlikely as I'll be generous and say this only lasts until January 2025."

 

While I genuinely hope you never find yourself in the scenario you described, I believe that “The Notebook: The Musical” has the potential to warm even the most skeptical of hearts. Remember, some stories, no matter how many times they’re retold, always have the power to touch us in unexpected ways. Perhaps, come January 2025, we’ll find that the enduring tale of Allie and Noah still has a place on the stage, waiting for souls like yours to give it a chance. 

[BJR]

Posted: 9/4/23 at 12:07pm

I think is gonna be huge. Folks love this movie and Ingrid's score delivers the tears.

[mshalo18]

Posted: 9/11/23 at 10:24pm

Does anyone know of any promo codes for this? AmEx presale begins tomorrow at 10 AM. 

[MichelleCraig]

Posted: 9/11/23 at 10:56pm

After years and years of hearing about this film, I finally watched it earlier this year. When it was over, I thought (to quote Peggy Lee): “Is That All There Is?”

BUT, maybe it will work as a musical. Stranger things have happened…

[Voter]

Posted: 9/12/23 at 10:07am

mshalo18 said: "Does anyone know of any promo codes for this? AmEx presale begins tomorrow at 10 AM."

Telecharge wasn't ready for the presale this morning, idk when they'll announce it actually opens

[Melissa25]

Posted: 9/12/23 at 10:14am

Yes I just tried too and Telecharge does not have site ready to buy the Amex early access tickets.

[KevinKlawitter]

Posted: 9/12/23 at 10:16am

MichelleCraig said: "After years and years of hearing about this film, I finally watched it earlier this year. When it was over, I thought (to quote Peggy Lee): “Is That All There Is?”

BUT, maybe it will work as a musical. Stranger things have happened…"

Plenty of pleasant-but-middle-of-the-road movies have benefitted from the musical treatment. Kinky Boots, 9 to 5, The Spitfire Grill... the upcoming Water For Elephants seems to be taking that same track as well.

[Voter]

Posted: 9/12/23 at 10:35am

Does anyone know who the GM is for this show? I've been scouring articles and the web and cannot for the life of me find their general management

[TaffyDavenport]

Posted: 9/12/23 at 11:26am

Amex is on sale now.

[Jordan Catalano]

Posted: 9/12/23 at 11:40am

I thought that meant open for sales if you used your Amex, not just premium seats. I don't think I've ever seen that before. Regular tickets go on sale tomorrow, I think?

[Call_me_jorge]

Posted: 9/12/23 at 11:40am

Voter said: "Does anyone know who the GM is for this show? I've been scouring articles and the web and cannot for the life of me find their general management"

I believe it’s John E. Gendron/Theater Matters, they seem to be exclusively working on Kevin McCollum(Alchemation) backed projects. 

[EDSOSLO858]

Posted: 9/12/23 at 11:44am

Jordan Catalano said: "I thought that meant open for sales if you used your Amex, not just premium seats. I don't think I've ever seen that before. Regular tickets go on sale tomorrow, I think?"

Regular tickets go on sale tomorrow for Water for Elephants, and the 26th for The Notebook.

[TaffyDavenport]

Posted: 9/12/23 at 11:45am

Jordan Catalano said: "I thought that meant open for sales if you used your Amex, not just premium seats. I don't think I've ever seen that before. Regular tickets go on sale tomorrow, I think?"

You have to tick the "I want American Express Tickets" box, if you want to see the non-premium seats.

Updated On: 9/12/23 at 11:45 AM

[Jordan Catalano]

Posted: 9/12/23 at 11:56am

AH! Thank you very much for that! :)

[Melissa25]

Posted: 9/12/23 at 2:29pm

I wish that the American Express marketers knew that offering nothing closer than row M in the orchestra is NOT considered a benefit IMHO.

[EDSOSLO858]

Posted: 10/27/23 at 12:34pm

The Allies and Noahs from Chicago will make the transfer, with Dorian Harewood taking over for the late John Beasley. 

This solves the Ryan Vasquez dilemma! 

[PipingHotPiccolo]

Posted: 10/27/23 at 1:26pm

Didnt Vasquez leave Hamilton with a statement about racial inequity on Broadway? Has that matter resolved itself?

[KathyNYC2]

Posted: 10/27/23 at 1:57pm

EDSOSLO858 said: "The Allies and Noahs from Chicago will make the transfer, with Dorian Harewood taking over for the late John Beasley.

This solves the Ryan Vasquez dilemma!"

I can’t think of many who would successfully portray the elder Noah with the same sweetness as John Beasley but I’m very happy with Dorian Harewood. 

[Jarethan]

Posted: 10/27/23 at 3:23pm

I am really looking forward to seeing Dorian Harewood in anything.  I saw him in the original cast of Streamers almost 50 years ago.  I remember sitting in the first row of either the Beaumont or the Newhouse theatre and being positively terrified by the ferociousness of his performance.  It was so believable that I felt naked sitting in the first row.

This May end up being one of the most colorblind shows presented on Broadway.  Young Noah is being played by a light skinned Hispanic; old Noah is played by Harewood.it looks like the woman playing the young Allie is black, but the old Allie is white.  Hopefully, this will help with more truly color-blind casting 

 

 

[Call_me_jorge]

Posted: 10/27/23 at 7:28pm

I think it’s unfortunate Jerome Harmann-Hardeman isn’t transferring after he replaced John Beasley last minute during the Chicago run. Hopefully he has more work ahead of him.