Play Dead!

[Marway44]

Play Dead! #1

Posted: 1/15/11 at 1:24pm

Hi gang,

I saw the show last night and really enjoyed it. From start to finish I was thrilled. I don't want to say anything about the show since they ask you not to, but I was curious to see what you thought.

[fosca3]

Play Dead! #2

Posted: 1/16/11 at 10:10am

I really wanted to see this, but I am such a TOTAL wuss that I was afraid to go

Can I ask -- is it as scary as it sounds?

With Teller involved, I would expect it to be visually stunning and beautiful, and that's what I'd like to see

You don't go to the dragon without a present - Mark Rylance

[Marway44]

Play Dead! #2

Posted: 1/16/11 at 4:14pm

The simple answer to is it scary is yes. However, it is a beautiful piece of theatre and abslutely stunning! That being said, if you sit against the wall it won't be as scary. My girlfriend had the wall and had it easier than me.

If you go, enjoy!

[Taryn]

Play Dead! #3

Posted: 1/16/11 at 5:17pm

I had a chance for comp tickets and part of me really wants to see it, but man I am such a wuss. I hear it's great, though.

[denali.fire]

Play Dead! #4

Posted: 1/16/11 at 6:52pm

Gee! I thought this was another Spider-man review!

To seek revenge may lead to hell yet everyone does it but seldom as well......

[fosca3]

Play Dead! #5

Posted: 1/16/11 at 7:30pm

Is the seating general admission? (as in -- can I get a wall seat after I get there, or must I pick one when I book)

I'm all about the wall seat

You don't go to the dragon without a present - Mark Rylance

[Marway44]

Play Dead! #6

Posted: 1/16/11 at 11:35pm

The seating is not general admission. My girlfriend just happened to get lucky and got row E, seats 9 and 11. She was in 11 and relatively safe.

[fosca3]

Play Dead! #7

Posted: 1/17/11 at 12:23am

I'm not loving the 'relatively' part, but thanks bunches for your helpful advice

I'll just keep reminding myself that the audience has always lived thru the show so far...

You don't go to the dragon without a present - Mark Rylance

[Dre2387]

Play Dead! #8

Posted: 1/17/11 at 11:27am

I saw the show in oct. I went by myself and unfortunately, sat in the farthest seat you could get. last row, far left seat up against the wall. two things: I wish I had gone with someone to get scared with (cause I wasn't really scared at all) and I wish I had gotten a closer seat. I feel that I got a different performance than people did a few rows down from me.

so, may advice: go with someone and get seats close to the stage.

<--- the set of A Midsummer Night's Dream that I was assistant stage manager for during the 2007 season at the STNJ outdoor stage.

-Dre- You must remember all the same that at the crux of every game is knowing when it's time to leave the table... And it's important to be artful in your exit. No turning back, you must accept the con is done... It was a ball, it was a blast. And it's a shame it couldn't last. But every chapter has to end, you must agree.
~Dirty Rotten Scoundrels~
There's a special kind of people known as show people. We live in a world full of dreams. Sometimes we're not too certain what's false and what's real. But we're seldom in doubt about what we feel.
~Curtains~
It is a far, far better thing I do, than I have ever done; it is a far, far better rest I go to, than I have ever known.
~A Tale of Two Cities ~

[Scarywarhol]

Play Dead! #9

Posted: 1/17/11 at 2:31pm

Is this a limited run/in danger of closing? I've been meaning to see it, but won't be in the city again until March.

[fosca3]

Play Dead! #10

Posted: 1/17/11 at 2:39pm

When I checked yesterday, you could buy tix thru 3/6, but the closing date was listed as Open-ended

I need a ticket for 3/13, so I'm hoping they just aren't selling tix that far out yet

You don't go to the dragon without a present - Mark Rylance

[Marway44]

Play Dead! #11

Posted: 1/17/11 at 2:40pm

The show is not in danger of closing. They just extended to mid May and I was told at the theatre that they sell out at almost every show. The weekends are selling the best, but there is no danger of closing.

I agree with the other poster about sitting close. It definately makes for a better experience. However, if you are easily scared, go for the wall. I was one seat off the wall, and thought I was safe, but alas I was not. By the way, it is definately a show to go with someone.

[Scarywarhol]

Play Dead! #12

Posted: 1/17/11 at 4:23pm

Thanks a lot, guys!

[NotScott]

Play Dead! #13

Posted: 1/19/11 at 12:26pm

I saw this show last night and really enjoyed it. I got a TDF ticket and ended up in Row E, seats 7 and 9. I took the seat by the wall but I got still picked to "participate" in the show. Closer and on the aisle is better, but I still got my fair share of interaction sitting by the way.

[Marway44]

Play Dead! #14

Posted: 1/19/11 at 7:12pm

NotScott,

How did you get the seat by the wall? Seat 11 is on the wall. Was the theatre just not crowded for a Tuesday night? In any event you got great seats for being TDF!! Were you called up on stage or you "participated" from your seat?

[trentsketch]

Play Dead! #15

Posted: 1/19/11 at 7:58pm

I have a big question about this show. All the promo videos say you need to let the Manager know if you are claustrophobic. Any particular reason why? Is it just that it's a smaller theater and they shut the lights off? Or is it connected to the audience participation aspect?

It's the one thing holding me back from seeing the show. I'm not even taking the panic attack warning seriously because I live off of horror when I'm not wrapped up in a show, but the claustrophobia warning gives me pause.

[Marway44]

Play Dead! #16

Posted: 1/19/11 at 9:11pm

trentsketch,

That's only because some parts take place in total darkness. Some claustrophobic people can feel closed in in total darkness.

[trentsketch]

Play Dead! #17

Posted: 1/19/11 at 9:48pm

Thank you. I figured it had to be the total darkness.

[dave1606]

Play Dead! #18

Posted: 1/20/11 at 9:42am

For those who have seen the show, how long is it? I am going tonight and am quite excited to see it!

Thanks!

[NotScott]

Play Dead! #19

Posted: 1/20/11 at 10:53am

Maryway44-

There were less than 60 people there on Tuesday night (but one of them was David Blaine). TDF gave me row E seats 5 and 7, but we were moved to 7 & 9 I think because of a broken seat. To give ourselves a little space, we moved to seats 9 and 11. I was brought up on stage to participate in the crowbar bit, if that makes sense.

Dave1606 - it is about advertised at 85 minutes long, but I think it went longer. They also held the house for awhile, but you'll be out before 10pm.

[Marway44]

Play Dead! #20

Posted: 1/20/11 at 6:37pm

NotScott,

Could you please send me a PM on the crowbar bit. I still can't figure out how he did that.

By the way, we had a full house on Friday. I am disapointed to hear you only had 60 people when you went. I would not have liked that since you are almost certain to have your share of fun in the dark.

[fosca3]

Play Dead! #21

Posted: 1/20/11 at 7:50pm

OK, I am NOT ready to go up on stage, especially for something involving a crowbar...

You're starting to scare me again

Dead serious -- can you not go up, even if you're picked or something?

You don't go to the dragon without a present - Mark Rylance

[andsym9001]

Play Dead! #22

Posted: 1/20/11 at 7:58pm

So I reallY want to experience this show but am terrified I won't be able to handle it. Will someone possibly post some slpoilers or pm me more specifics on the show besides the fact that it's dark and scary? Thanks

[andsym9001]

Play Dead! #23

Posted: 1/20/11 at 8:01pm

For anyone who has seen woman in black in London. How would you compare the two as I have seen that.
Updated On: 1/20/11 at 08:01 PM

[andsym9001]

Play Dead! #24

Posted: 1/20/11 at 8:17pm

Mar way , How much of the show is in the dark (time wise)