Official Bernadette Peters in Hello, Dolly! performances thread- Page 8

[Mildred Plotka]

Posted: 1/21/18 at 1:46am

Was Stemp maybe an Equity trade? Doesn’t Rudin use a lot of American actors for Book of Mormon on the West End?

Updated On: 1/21/18 at 01:46 AM

[RippedMan]

Posted: 1/21/18 at 2:22am

Just find it curious you'd go from West End star to Broadway...3rd lead. I'm not jealous. I've no dog in this fight. I don't care. Just find it interesting they'd spend all the $$ to bring him over. 

[NoName3]

Posted: 1/21/18 at 3:13am

Dollypop: Bravo. Over the years I have come to adore you nearly as much as I love my favorite show.

[UncleCharlie]

Posted: 1/21/18 at 4:04am

RippedMan said: "Just find it curious you'd go from West End star to Broadway...3rd lead. I'm not jealous. I've no dog in this fight. I don't care. Just find it interesting they'd spend all the $$ to bring him over."

He just turned 24 and he's had 1 starring role. 18 months ago, he was an unknown. It's not like he's been a huge star for years. Maybe he didn't have anything lined up for the next 6 months, maybe he liked the role, maybe he's wanted to work on Broadway and a significant supporting role in a monster hit felt like a good move, maybe they made it worth his while, maybe he's dating someone in New York. Who knows? As far as why would they spend the money... Dolly is a cash cow. If they think he's a great option for the part,the cost to bring him over is a drop in the bucket.

[binau]

Posted: 1/21/18 at 6:13am

I want to echo Whizzer’s comment that it’s great to see Bernadette having so much fun on stage. The role probably suits her natural talents and bubbly, bright, unique personality more so than any of her recent roles (as much as I loved them). And as much as I love Follies the audience seemed to be having a lot more fun (perhaps as you’d expect).. I hope this translates to good word of mouth and a sustained run.

[smidge]

Posted: 1/21/18 at 7:57am

Thanks to qolbinau and Whizzer for the first night reports. After such roles as Sally and Rose, who had some issues, I was hoping Bernadette could really enjoy herself on stage. She’s a terrific comedic actress.

[kennin]

Posted: 1/21/18 at 8:20am

Jennifer and Kate were the only two that signed. Charlie and Molly came out and walked away. The barricade came down with the announcement that no one else was coming out so there was no sighting of Bernadette, Victor or Gavin.

[Mark_E]

Posted: 1/21/18 at 9:26am

“Was Stemp maybe an Equity trade? Doesn’t Rudin use a lot of American actors for Book of Mormon on the West End?”

Yes we have American leads in BOM Uk.

[Evans2]

Posted: 1/21/18 at 9:37am

kennin said: "Jennifer and Kate were the only two that signed. Charlie and Molly came out and walked away. The barricade came down with the announcement that no one else was coming out so there was no sighting of Bernadette, Victor or Gavin."

Really surprised Bernadette didn't sign. She's one of the best when it comes to the stage door.

[ljay889]

Posted: 1/21/18 at 9:40am

It was her first public performance, give her a break.
Why does every thread need to turn into stage door commentary?

[binau]

Posted: 1/21/18 at 9:56am

There is a positive review on ATC that is pretty consistent with the couple of thoughts posted here. I’ll copy and paste it given it will disappear in the future but can remain archived here:

Castro posts:

“Bernadette was greeted with boisterous applause upon her entrance and the audience clearly adored her throughout the evening. She was a very funny Dolly and looked like she was having a ball finally getting a crack at this iconic role. She flubbed a few lines, but surely after a few more performances she will gain confidence. Her standout numbers were the title song of course and So Long Dearie. I am confident that her scenes with Victor Garber will improve with time but they make a charming pair. Charlie Stemp was terrific and given a solo dance spot in Dancing that was thrilling. Once again impressed with Gavin Creel whose performance is pitch perfect. I don't ever remember Dolly being as funny as it was last night especially the hat shop scene which was brilliant. I don't think anyone that saw Bette Midler or Donna Murphy as I did will be sorry that they went back to see Bernadette.“

[BrodyFosse123]

Posted: 1/21/18 at 10:30am

Plus, its nice seeing excellent seats at their regular box office price again.  The only time I paid regular price to see Bette in HELLO, DOLLY! was when I purchased my first preview performance tickets when they first went on sale months before the show opened.  My same seats were double price after the show started and the Bette madness began.  

Hmmm... maybe I need to buy tickets NOW in case another price gaging happens with Bernadette's run?  

[BroadwayLuv2]

Posted: 1/21/18 at 12:35pm

Does Hello Dolly have Rush tickets? Any info on pricing, seat locations etc? Would like to see this again with Bernadette :)

[faceleg]

Posted: 1/21/18 at 12:38pm

BroadwayLuv2 said: "Does Hello Dolly have Rush tickets? Any info on pricing, seat locations etc? Would like to see this again with Bernadette :)"

Yes, I believe it does have rush tickets. Playbill also has discounts through March I believe. I got a side Orch seat (row G seat 18) for $140 with the Playbill discount. They also had Mezz for $110 and $140. I'm not sure what the non-discounted prices are. 

[kennin]

Posted: 1/21/18 at 2:06pm

Honestly, if I were her, I would not have signed either. There were hundreds of people in Shubert Alley. She had to have been exhausted. I did not think should would sign but thought I might catch a glimpse of her on such a triumphant night.

[binau]

Posted: 1/21/18 at 2:25pm

I suspect it's largely to do with winter (e.g., she came out in the summer for Follies performances but didn't for a winter Night Music performance). Additionally, after the few line flubs that I would not describe as minor (a line was even read off stage at one point; another line she actually stopped, re-positioned herself and repeated again), I can imagine that Bernadette would have been keen to rest up as soon as possible so she can get a good night's sleep and prepare for the next performance. Bernadette seems like a very hard worker and even though I bet she absolutely loved the audience response last night (one that I doubt she has had very often in her career - certainly not post-Gypsy) I can imagine her wanting to focus on the job and task at hand.

[Mildred Plotka]

Posted: 1/21/18 at 2:39pm

It’s also cold and flu season. I’m sure Bernadette loves and appreciates her fans, but that’s a boatload of germs to be exposed to while having to perform 8 shows a week.

[novel idea]

Posted: 1/21/18 at 3:41pm

Everyone calm down. Charlie is in the show because A) he is super talented and
b) His London agent is Scott Rudins long time best friend.

[brian1973]

Posted: 1/21/18 at 3:58pm

I suspect Cameron Mackintosh had a big hand in this..I’m pretty sure he will credit himself with Stemps success and probably arranged with Rudin to get him the part.

[SmokeyLady]

Posted: 1/21/18 at 4:00pm

Mildred Plotka said: "It’s also cold and flu season. I’m sure Bernadette loves and appreciates her fans, but that’s a boatload of germs to be exposed to while having to perform 8 shows a week.

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Bette stopped doing the stage door early on.  I was under the impression it was a security issue?  

[IlanaKeller]

Posted: 1/21/18 at 4:15pm

kennin said: "Jennifer and Kate were the only two that signed. Charlie and Molly came out and walked away. The barricade came down with the announcement that no one else was coming out so there was no sighting of Bernadette, Victor or Gavin."

 

To be fair, Charlie came out, handed out a few cookies, then left.  

Loved the electricity last night. These always are so special, and it's just wonderful to share in a moment that is sheer joy, respect and excitement -- there are so few of them!

 

[Auggie27]

Posted: 1/21/18 at 5:39pm

These reports are so moving, mysteriously so. Maybe it's the world we're in. Maybe it's just the thrill of knowing that this wonderful entertainment can move forward with new players.  Reading of the standing O's during the same spots Midler earned them just warms the heart.  The show's new iteration, sustained with these three women putting a new stamp on the iconic role, is just gratifying. The American musical comedy: balm indeed.  

[binau]

Posted: 1/21/18 at 6:08pm

Did anyone go to the matinee today? How was it?

[TBone]

Posted: 1/21/18 at 6:10pm

Was there any new merchandise?

[bwayphreak234]

Posted: 1/21/18 at 6:12pm

TBone said: "Was there any new merchandise?"

 

There is new merchandise. It is available online. http://hellodollyshop.com