SCOTTSBORO BOYS closing December 12? — Page 2

#26

SCOTTSBORO BOYS closing December 12?

Posted: 11/30/10 at 1:58pm

I do think this is a huge travesty and a real shame. I don't think any of us expected it to have anything more than a healthy run and to impact some theatregoers with relatively open minds. Unfortunately, it was only able to impact those who saw it during its short window.

Hopefully this will have a long life in regional and community theatre. It's a wonderful show and it would be interesting to see a variety of creative teams and actors tackle the show!

#27

SCOTTSBORO BOYS closing December 12?

Posted: 11/30/10 at 1:59pm

I'm really upset! I had tickets to see this in January. Oh, well...

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#28

SCOTTSBORO BOYS closing December 12?

Posted: 11/30/10 at 2:20pm

Sad, sad, sad. I'm heartbroken about this. I saw it twice and will probably try to go one last time -- it's never going to be done in NYC again, at least in my lifetime. I guess I've outlived my time and the view ain't purty, kids.

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#29

SCOTTSBORO BOYS closing December 12?

Posted: 11/30/10 at 2:21pm

How sad...I saw it a few weeks ago and thought it was stunning. If you haven't seen it and can get there before it closes, you definitely should, it's a beautiful piece.

#30

SCOTTSBORO BOYS closing December 12?

Posted: 11/30/10 at 2:24pm

Geez and another one packs it in. I didn't think this would close so soon. I just grabbed tickets for Fridays show.

#31

SCOTTSBORO BOYS closing December 12?

Posted: 11/30/10 at 2:26pm

I had read the box office lady was a devil woman when it came to student rush - is this still the case?

#32

SCOTTSBORO BOYS closing December 12?

Posted: 11/30/10 at 2:29pm

I'm so disappointed. I'm actually seeing it for the third time tonight. It's a show that really deserved a longer run--it's truly something special. And the best new musical of the past year or two.

#33

SCOTTSBORO BOYS closing December 12?

Posted: 11/30/10 at 2:41pm

When I saw this show a couple of weekends ago, the theater was full (and no protests), so I've been surprised at its attendance figures being otherwise low. I thought the show was very good and everyone I've talked to who'd heard about the show had heard it was very good. With word of mouth that good, it couldn't sustain sales? It should have opened in the spring.

#34

SCOTTSBORO BOYS closing December 12?

Posted: 11/30/10 at 2:43pm

I loved this show. Be that as it may, I'm not surprised. It was just way too sophisticated and thought provoking for today's low-brow touristy audience who clamor to see the likes of Mamma Mia, Rock of Ages, etc.

#35

SCOTTSBORO BOYS closing December 12?

Posted: 11/30/10 at 2:43pm

Sad. I saw it 2 weeks ago on a Sunday night and it, along with the Pittman Painters, was the best thing going of the new shows this season. If you can, GO SEE THIS SHOW.

But, remember that the first B'way production of Chicago was generally ignored and look at the current production (starting in 1996 and still playing). We all know, if/when this gets a revival 10 years from now it will be a sensation.

#36

SCOTTSBORO BOYS closing December 12?

Posted: 11/30/10 at 2:49pm

The problem with the protesters was that it somewhat turned off the show for African American audiences. Word got out that a bunch of white people were doing a minstrel show based on a horrific moment in their/our history. There is a huge black audience out there that loves theatre, but they did not come to "Scottsboro" in the throngs the producers had hoped. Uptown prices are prohibitive of course (as opposed to the cheaper touring Tyler Parry fare) but the protests and the rumor of protests also kept them away.

Updated On: 11/30/10 at 02:49 PM

#37

SCOTTSBORO BOYS closing December 12?

Posted: 11/30/10 at 2:58pm

SFFrontRow - The original production of Chicago played for 2 years and was nominated for 11 Tony Awards. The producers of The Scottsboro Boys would probably LOVE to be similarly "ignored."

#38

SCOTTSBORO BOYS closing December 12?

Posted: 11/30/10 at 3:06pm

The Lyceum is a death trap. It's too bad they couldn't have taken a house like the Hayes or the Schoenfeld.

#39

SCOTTSBORO BOYS closing December 12?

Posted: 11/30/10 at 3:08pm

I'll be really bummed it it's not remembered at Tony time. I don't care what's on its way in the spring: Stroman has to take Best Director of a Musical.

#40

SCOTTSBORO BOYS closing December 12?

Posted: 11/30/10 at 3:14pm

Truly saddened, saw this the week it opened and found it to be one of the most brilliantly conceived shows that I have ever seen. If you've made it to this far down in the posting and have not seen this show - I strongly urge you to do so, you will not regret it. Definitely an experience.

#41

SCOTTSBORO BOYS closing December 12?

Posted: 11/30/10 at 3:15pm

Extremely disappointed! Had a great time at then Sunday matinee and have been recommending!

#42

SCOTTSBORO BOYS closing December 12?

Posted: 11/30/10 at 3:24pm

I respected the show quite a bit but didn't love it. A little too heavy-handed for my taste. As always, it's upsetting to see a show close, but it is in no way a surprise. It will be a shame if Stroman's direction and choreography are forgotten come Tony time.

I do think it's a little ridiculous to underestimate the "tourist crowd" with such intensity. Other shows have been able to both provoke thought and sell tickets.

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#43

SCOTTSBORO BOYS closing December 12?

Posted: 11/30/10 at 3:29pm

So, so grateful to be seeing this before it closes. Sad though .

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#44

SCOTTSBORO BOYS closing December 12?

Posted: 11/30/10 at 3:30pm

To think this will close & Spiderman may still be running says it all.

A shame as it was a great show. One of K/E best along with Stroman as well. Hopefully it will be vindicated at Tony time.

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#45

SCOTTSBORO BOYS closing December 12?

Posted: 11/30/10 at 3:32pm

Yikes! I just bought tickets for this show on the 12 last night. I also tried to get tickets to Merchant of Venice but could not get those.

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#46

SCOTTSBORO BOYS closing December 12?

Posted: 11/30/10 at 3:35pm

Well, considering the HOT TOPIC right now is THE MOTHERF*CKER IN A HAT (lovely title, dont you think? Really gonna look good on a marquee) with Chris Rock, how could anything actually entertaining as SCOTTSBORO survive?

All audiences want is sensationalistic crap. Might as well give it to them.

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#47

SCOTTSBORO BOYS closing December 12?

Posted: 11/30/10 at 3:45pm

How would you know if MF in the Hat is sensational crap or not? It might be amazing and Chris Rock just MIGHT be perfect for it.


I am grateful to have gotten to see the wonder that is The Scottsboro Boys, it will always be remembered as one of the most wonderful theatrical experiences of my life.

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#48

SCOTTSBORO BOYS closing December 12?

Posted: 11/30/10 at 3:50pm

Ughh, I had the chance to see this and I ended up seeing Addams Family. One of the worst theater choices of my life. I really wanted to see it now I won't get the chance.

#49

SCOTTSBORO BOYS closing December 12?

Posted: 11/30/10 at 4:01pm

Sadly, I won't get to see this as I don't get back to NYC until Jan.

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#50

SCOTTSBORO BOYS closing December 12?

Posted: 11/30/10 at 4:02pm

So disappointing. I love this show and can't properly express my admiration for the cast and creatives.

What a loss for Broadway;.