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[jacobsnchz14]

Posted: 9/22/22 at 2:18pm

 

[EDSOSLO858]

Posted: 9/22/22 at 2:23pm

Dri looks and sounds gorgeous. 

[Charley Kringas Inc]

Posted: 9/22/22 at 7:32pm

It's a nice bluesy pastiche but man those lyrics are clunkers. I get where they're going with relating parts of a jazz band to the arrival of nightfall, but the imagery is so jumbled that at some point I stopped listening to it as a song because I was so focused on parsing the goofy visuals.

[jacobsnchz14]

Posted: 9/29/22 at 3:54pm

If you’re subscribed to the Stellar account, there’s a new short video of the installation of the front of noise signage.

[VintageSnarker]

Posted: 9/29/22 at 4:14pm

Charley Kringas Inc said: "It's a nice bluesy pastiche but man those lyrics are clunkers. I get where they're going with relating parts of a jazz band to the arrival of nightfall, but the imagery is so jumbled that at some point I stopped listening to it as a song because I was so focused on parsing the goofy visuals."

Same. It sound VERY Smash except the lyrics are nonsense. It's a very wordy, convoluted way to describe music with none of the elegance and simplicity of those old torch songs. She sounds great though.

[jacobsnchz14]

Posted: 10/5/22 at 10:29am

Amber Ruffin shares excerpts and annotations of the book

[BCfitasafiddle]

Posted: 10/5/22 at 5:57pm

Amber's perspective was so interesting to read! I think her involvement will play a huge part in the quality of this show. Thank you for posting that article. 

[EDSOSLO858]

Posted: 10/5/22 at 6:06pm

Sounds like it will be exciting!

I also can’t wait to hear more about what Ruffin is adapting for the stage next. 

[jacobsnchz14]

Posted: 10/12/22 at 3:48pm

New events have been added to the Streaming Speakeasy if you still have not signed up!

10/12 - Livestream with Scott Pask, scenic (TODAY)

10/19 - Livestream with Natasha Katz, lighting

10/26 - Livestream with Josh Marquette, hair

11/9 - Livestream with Brian Ronan, sound

11/16 - Livestream with Gregg Barnes, costumes

If you are a teacher and have design students, I highly recommend you all sign up for the Streaming Speakeasy series! The videos are available as video on demand after they're live.

[ErmengardeStopSniveling]

Posted: 10/12/22 at 10:15pm

That video includes a look at the set model, including the train exterior (looks like something out of On The 20th Century) and then an open-stage look, which has two levels and a band box onstage. My takeaway is that this will be a BIG, lush musical comedy!

[bwayphreak234]

Posted: 10/13/22 at 6:41am

ErmengardeStopSniveling said: "That video includes a look at the set model, including the train exterior (looks like something out of On The 20th Century) and then an open-stage look, which has two levels and a band box onstage. My takeaway is that this will be a BIG, lush musical comedy!"

Just watched the interview with Scott Pask, and that alone was enough to convince me to buy a ticket and see this in my last show slot for my upcoming November trip! I LOVE a big lush musical comedy with a fun design, and this looks like it is going to be exactly that!

Updated On: 10/13/22 at 06:41 AM

[ColdClimateDude]

Posted: 10/14/22 at 9:03am

Obviously we can't know what the set/staging will look like yet in the theater, but trying to decide between center row E of the MEZZ or front row of the balcony for one of the final previews.  My partner and I are both 6'5 (sorry anyone sitting behind us!) so we don't typically need to 'lean forward' but haven't been in the Shubert for so long...wondering what people thought?

[bwayphreak234]

Posted: 10/14/22 at 9:23am

ColdClimateDude said: "Obviously we can't know what the set/staging will look like yet in the theater, but trying to decide between center row E of the MEZZ or front row of the balcony for one of the final previews. My partner and I are both 6'5 (sorry anyone sitting behind us!) so we don't typically need to 'lean forward' but haven't been in the Shubert for so long...wondering what people thought?"

I would do mezzanine row E. The balcony in the Shubert is very high up!

[bwayphreak234]

Posted: 10/17/22 at 1:13pm

This set...

Link

[ACL2006]

Posted: 10/17/22 at 1:20pm

bwayphreak234 said: "This set...

Link"

 

Broadway seems overdue for a big, splashy show. Most new shows opening this season are smaller or a jukebox musical. I think with Shaiman & Wittman's tunes, plus Nicholaw's choreo, this will be a hit.

[Sutton Ross]

Posted: 10/17/22 at 1:25pm

Holy God. STUNNING. Cannot wait for this one. 

[EDSOSLO858]

Posted: 10/17/22 at 1:29pm

Scott Pask does it again.

I can't help but wonder if this show will have a Hairspray or Catch Me If You Can-type run. Either a years-long staple or a late summer fizzle-out after the Tonys.  

[AllThatJazz2]

Posted: 10/17/22 at 2:05pm

What would folks recommend for seating - Row K side orchestra on the inner aisle, or third row center mezz (also aisle)? Normally sit in the mezz at the Shubert, but the rake looks pretty good for the orchestra level, so wonder if it’s worth sitting there for this production. 

[bwayphreak234]

Posted: 10/17/22 at 2:07pm

AllThatJazz2 said: "What would folks recommend for seating - Row K side orchestra on the inner aisle, or third row center mezz (also aisle)? Normally sit in the mezz at the Shubert, but the rake looks pretty good for the orchestra level, so wonder if it’s worth sitting there for this production."

I recommend center mezzanine. This is going to be a big splashy show that's probably best viewed from up a little bit higher :)

[BCfitasafiddle]

Posted: 10/17/22 at 2:21pm

Can't wait. Probably my most anticipated show this Fall.

[TaffyDavenport]

Posted: 10/17/22 at 2:29pm

AllThatJazz2 said: "What would folks recommend for seating - Row K side orchestra on the inner aisle, or third row center mezz (also aisle)? Normally sit in the mezz at the Shubert, but the rake looks pretty good for the orchestra level, so wonder if it’s worth sitting there for this production."

Personally, I think the rake in the mezzanine at the Shubert is awful, so, if you're worried about heads in your way, I wouldn't risk it. I'd go with the side aisle in the orchestra, without hesitation.

Updated On: 10/17/22 at 02:29 PM

[christinelavin]

Posted: 10/19/22 at 12:36pm

Speaking of heads in the way, does anyone have a kind way of letting men know it's bad form to wear a baseball cap to the theater? The brim becomes a real issue if you happen to be short and sit behind one of these dudes.  I never want to insult anyone, or make an enemy of someone who is sitting so close to me, but if there's a funny, light way to get them to take it off, I'm all ears. 

[Sutton Ross]

Posted: 10/19/22 at 12:44pm

Hi Christine. Usually men understand that they should take a hat off inside, but if you run into one that doesn't know that just ask them to remove their hat politely. One time, a man actually thanked me for reminding him and keeping him accountable. He was from Arkansas.  I was at Kinky Boots in New York. 

Updated On: 10/19/22 at 12:44 PM

[jacobsnchz14]

Posted: 10/19/22 at 1:39pm

[EDSOSLO858]

Posted: 10/19/22 at 1:54pm

Will Christian and J. Harrison play their own instruments?