Please help plan V'day surprise

[Scud77]

Posted: 12/11/03 at 9:43am

I would like to get tickets soon to a broadway show for my girlfriend and I for Valetine's day. I am trying to do this as a surprise so it is up to me to pick the show on my own (which I could use some help with).

Background: We are in our mid 20's and I know she has enjoyed The Lion King, Beauty and The Beast, and Phantom. We saw Rent (tour) together and she liked it but did not love it. I think those are the only ones currently on B'way she has seen.

My initial thoughts are that Avenue Q would be great, but not for this trip. Aida and Wicked seem to be my top choices right now. I see some negative comments on Aida, but if you think it would be good for a casual broadway-goer, like ourselves, let me know. Aida is in the running because it was recommended by a friend that lives in the City, and Wicked because I see a lot of people here seemed to really enjoy it.

thanks very much for whatever help you can provide. Updated On: 12/11/03 at 09:43 AM

[Princess MimiChica]

Posted: 12/11/03 at 9:46am

AIDA is a great show to see on a date on V-Day!! i'd go see that

[jesseeinstein]

Posted: 12/11/03 at 9:49am

definately! it's much more romantic than wicked

[Scud77]

Posted: 12/11/03 at 12:54pm

thanks.

[RobbO]

Posted: 12/11/03 at 12:58pm

scud,
i agree that AIDA is prolly your best bet. from the shows that your girlfriend likes, plus the romantic storyline, i think this is the show for you. it is good for the "cas" theatre goer. enjoy!!

[lc1965]

Posted: 12/11/03 at 1:04pm

Haven't seen Aida, but I can recommend Little Shop (front mezz seats are ideal). Your girlfriend likes spectacle (nothing wrong w/ that, esp. for $100 a pop), so Wicked seems a good choice as well. Ave Q is wonderful, but no spectacle. Have a great V-day.

[BroadwayBaby3]

Posted: 12/11/03 at 5:19pm

GO SEE WICKED! I promise you'll love it!! And your girlfriend will too! (by the way, Aida's great too, so don't listen to the negative comments about it)

[jrb_actor]

Posted: 12/11/03 at 5:50pm

Aida is prob a great choice for the evening. If you enjoy old school musicals, Wonderful Town is very good--very funny, fun, and romantic. =)

Make sure you see Avenue Q and Hairspray sometime!

[BrdwyThtr]

Posted: 12/11/03 at 5:55pm

Hairspray! You will have a great evening!

[Mister Matt]

Posted: 12/12/03 at 1:17pm

Wicked for drama and spectacle. Hairspray will be the most fun and memorable evening. Aida is somewhat romantic, but not that great. Go with Aida only if you get a discount. I think the other two are more worth the money.