Posted: 2/15/25 at 7:12am
Hated this in London. Absolutely hated it. But I know others love it so I’m super curious to see how it does here.
Posted: 2/15/25 at 8:35am
Question: If I'm not a typical fan of British humor / Monty Python humor / Mel Brooks humor, am I pretty much fated to not enjoy this? For reference - I loathed The Play That Goes Wrong, Peter and the Starcatcher, Spamalot, etc. I'm trying to keep an open mind with this one. For the $39 flash sale price, I figured it was worth checking out regardless, but I'd love to hear from folks who have seen this.
Posted: 2/15/25 at 9:10am
Absolutely LOVED it.
iluvtheatertrash said: "Absolutely hated thjs i"
Posted: 2/15/25 at 9:37am
What's their rush/lottery situation?
Posted: 2/15/25 at 9:46am
bwayphreak234 said: "Question: If I'm not a typical fan of British humor / Monty Python humor / Mel Brooks humor, am I pretty much fated to not enjoy this? For reference -I loathed The Play That Goes Wrong, Peter and the Starcatcher, Spamalot, etc. I'm trying to keep an open mind with this one. For the $39 flash sale price, I figured it was worth checking outregardless, but I'd love to hear from folks who have seen this."
For what it's worth I didn't enjoy Spamalot or the Producers but I loved Mincemeat. It's got an actual plot and far more emotional depth than the above shows (I never saw Starcatcher). It's funny but not in the slapstick/physical comedy way, it's more about the writing and delivery.
Posted: 2/15/25 at 10:15am
ACL2006 said: "What's their rush/lottery situation?"
$39 Digital lottery on Telecharge. $49 In-person rush.
Posted: 2/15/25 at 10:48am
amiyagi said: "bwayphreak234 said: "Question: If I'm not a typical fan of British humor / Monty Python humor / Mel Brooks humor, am I pretty much fated to not enjoy this? For reference -I loathed The Play That Goes Wrong, Peter and the Starcatcher, Spamalot, etc. I'm trying to keep an open mind with this one. For the $39 flash sale price, I figured it was worth checking outregardless, but I'd love to hear from folks who have seen this."
For what it's worth I didn't enjoy Spamalot or the Producers but I loved Mincemeat. It's got an actual plot and far more emotional depth than the above shows (I never saw Starcatcher). It's funny but not in the slapstick/physical comedy way, it's more about the writing and delivery."
Exactly this. It’s an entry into the “stranger than fiction” genre of story (like DEAD OUTLAW) in that you couldn’t really make these actual events up - just find the opportunities to theatricalize. Because it’s based on truth, and also has a well of emotional depth - especially with regards to both Hester and “The Man Who Never Was”, you have as close to a perfect modern musical as you can get here.
Posted: 2/15/25 at 11:04am
quizking101 said: "amiyagi said: "bwayphreak234 said: "Question: If I'm not a typical fan of British humor / Monty Python humor / Mel Brooks humor, am I pretty much fated to not enjoy this? For reference -I loathed The Play That Goes Wrong, Peter and the Starcatcher, Spamalot, etc. I'm trying to keep an open mind with this one. For the $39 flash sale price, I figured it was worth checking outregardless, but I'd love to hear from folks who have seen this."
For what it's worth I didn't enjoy Spamalot or the Producers but I loved Mincemeat. It's got an actual plot and far more emotional depth than the above shows (I never saw Starcatcher). It's funny but not in the slapstick/physical comedy way, it's more about the writing and delivery."
Exactly this. It’s an entry into the “stranger than fiction” genre of story (like DEAD OUTLAW) in that you couldn’t really make these actual events up - just find the opportunities to theatricalize. Because it’s based on truth, and also has a well of emotional depth - especially with regards to both Hester and “The Man Who Never Was”, you have as close to a perfect modern musical as you can get here."
Thank you both, amiyagi and quizking101, for the thoughtful replies! I'm more excited to see this now than I initially was!
Posted: 2/15/25 at 12:18pm
Oh, I can't wait to see/hear Jak Malone sing "Dear Bill" again next week.
Posted: 2/15/25 at 12:53pm
Jordan Catalano said: "Oh, I can't wait to see/hear Jak Malone sing "Dear Bill" again next week."
You aren’t ready. I thought I was and when the tonal change happens midsong (as it reflects her experiences), it’s heartbreaking.
Posted: 2/15/25 at 1:05pm
The first time I saw him do it, I just started bawling at that point.
Posted: 2/15/25 at 1:12pm
I went to Theatermania to buy tickets, and it tried to sell me tickets to the London production!
Posted: 2/15/25 at 1:44pm
I cannot wait for this one.....out of all the musicals this season, I'm most excited by this!
I have it sandwiched between Streetcar and Othello - so a much needed break!
Posted: 2/15/25 at 3:09pm
If I wanted to exchange my seats from last week’s flash sale to a post-opening date, how reliable is Telecharge customer service? It’s possible I can’t make it for my original date anymore.
Posted: 2/15/25 at 3:56pm
EDSOSLO858 said: "If I wanted to exchange my seats from last week’s flash sale to a post-opening date, how reliable is Telecharge customer service? It’s possible I can’t make it formy original date anymore."
The flash sale was for previews only so it seems unlikely they’d let you exchange.
Posted: 2/15/25 at 4:03pm
EDSOSLO858 said: "If I wanted to exchange my seats from last week’s flash sale to a post-opening date, how reliable is Telecharge customer service? It’s possible I can’t make it formy original date anymore."
Having exchanged Telecharge tickets twice, my guess is that they will allow you to make the exchange. BUT, you'll have to pay the current price for the ticket you are buying. (In the end, they'll give you your money back for the original purchase & then process your new purchase.)
Posted: 2/15/25 at 5:25pm
RumTumJM said: "EDSOSLO858 said: "If I wanted to exchange my seats from last week’s flash sale to a post-opening date, how reliable is Telecharge customer service? It’s possible I can’t make it formy original date anymore."
Having exchanged Telecharge tickets twice, my guess is that theywillallow you to make the exchange. BUT, you'll have to pay the current price for the ticket youarebuying. (In the end, they'll give you your money back for the original purchase & then process your new purchase.)”
Well that’s a horse of a different color.
Posted: 2/15/25 at 5:34pm
For those who have seen the show and also seen other shows at The Golden theater: where would you recommend to get seats? I am thinking of splurging on this one and looking at seats in center orchestra row L.
Posted: 2/15/25 at 5:59pm
The show’s website lists an approximate 2:35 runtime, including a 20-minute intermission.
Updated On: 2/15/25 at 05:59 PM
Posted: 2/15/25 at 6:06pm
Azbroadway16 said: "For those who have seen the show and also seen other shows at The Golden theater: where would you recommend to get seats? I am thinking of splurging on this one and looking at seats in center orchestra row L."
Prefer front mezz at the Golden - here's seatplan for views
https://seatplan.com/new-york/golden-theatre/seating-plan/
Posted: 2/15/25 at 6:24pm
EDSOSLO858 said: "The show’swebsite lists an approximate 2:35 runtime, includinga 20-minute intermission."
How British lol. But I’ve been to other shows with longer intermissions lately.
Very excited to see this tonight.
I do think it’ll be mostly fans tonight so it might not be the perfect comp to how this show will go down here. But it should be a great show to be at.
Posted: 2/15/25 at 6:26pm
Robbie2 said: "Azbroadway16 said: "For those who have seen the show and also seen other shows at The Golden theater: where would you recommend to get seats? I am thinking of splurging on this one and looking at seats in center orchestra row L."
Prefer front mezz at the Golden - here's seatplan for views
https://seatplan.com/new-york/golden-theatre/seating-plan/"
Orchestra or front mezz. The back mezzanine feels far away.
Posted: 2/15/25 at 6:36pm
How high is the stage. Could one see well from the front row?
Posted: 2/15/25 at 6:44pm
I'm so curious to hear what people think of this. Based on what I've heard about the London production, the humor either works for you or it doesn't. Due to my travel schedule, I'm in a position to see this either in New York or in London with the replacement cast ... or both ... or neither if I decide it's probably not my cup of tea.
The one thing people seem to agree on is that the original cast, most of whom have transferred, is fabulous.
Posted: 2/15/25 at 7:54pm
I think the issue is that it's too close. It's literally in front of you, eye level.
CoffeeBreak said: "How high is the stage. Could one see well from the front row?"
