SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE in Performances (The 2017 Revival) — Page 2

Here's a picture of the act one costumes.

https://instagram.com/p/BQZk-wqhxtg/

Wow that's tacky whoever took that during the show.

The curtain is used for projections during the entirety of act one. It's not used for the 1984 Art museum scenes, but returns once their back on the island.

The projections are lovely although it appeared that they had some issues with the images being intermittent. The chromolume is the big spectacle. I don't think I've ever seen it done as cool and impressive as this.

Updated On: 2/12/17 at 01:24 AM

ljay889 said: "Wow that's tacky whoever took that during the show.

The curtain is used for projections during the entirety of act one. It's not used for the 1984 Art museum scenes, but returns once their back on the island.

The projections are lovely although it appeared that they had some issues with the images being intermittent. The chromolume is the big spectacle. I don't think I've ever seen it done as cool and impressive as this."

I barely saw the Chromolume. I sat in the rush tix area and we had to literally look over our heads to see the chromolume. After 4-5 seconds, I just stared at the cast instead.

This was my first time watching Sunday in the Park and in act 2, I actually thought they had a real technical difficulty since, after all, this was the first preview. Ok no more spoilers from me.

Personally, I think the best seat is front row mezz. The front row is great to see tears and spit and and facial expressions, etc. but you do have to prop your head up. The stage is eye-level but there's an additional platform over the stage so people in the front row won't be able to see the orchestra, which is placed on the back of the stage.

Sondheim sat in center orch row M118 (or N11 so I'd think that must be the best seat but I'd say front row mezz may be better.

There was a group shot taken after the show that included the entire cast and audience. That was the once-in-a-lifetime experience. :)

I hope you guys will get an opportunity to see this production!!!

I was in the 3rd row of the left balcony and had a great view; could see the chromolume perfectly. It seems like the entire balcony has great sightlines, I went all the way to the extreme side to see the view, and you could still see practically the entire stage.

I was also at the invited dress and can confirm they definitely had projection issues the first act. It went smoothly at the invited dress, but I also believe they added some projections for first preview, so I'm sure that'll be fixed by the next show.

I loved the concert at City Center, and I love this production even more. It's absolutely gorgeous with wonderful performances. I can't wait to see it again.

Updated On: 2/12/17 at 02:52 AM

Does anyone know if Jake is doing all the performances? I didn't read that he wasn't, so I'm assuming he is. Does anyone know?

Also, just a reminder for anyone buying tickets: Try the Hudson Theater website ticketing first. I just did a side-by-side comparison with Telecharge, and the Hudson website had many more seats available for the performance I was checking.

Updated On: 2/12/17 at 09:44 AM

would you say orchestra row B may not be ideal for viewing projections and Chromolume?

Wick3 said: "ljay889 said: "Wow that's tacky whoever took that during the show.

The curtain is used for projections during the entirety of act one. It's not used for the 1984 Art museum scenes, but returns once their back on the island.

The projections are lovely although it appeared that they had some issues with the images being intermittent. The chromolume is the big spectacle. I don't think I've ever seen it done as cool and impressive as this."

I barely saw the Chromolume. I sat in the rush tix area and we had to literally look over our heads to see the chromolume. After 4-5 seconds, I just stared at the cast instead.

This was my first time watching Sunday in the Park and in act 2, I actually thought they had a real technical difficulty since, after all, this was the first preview. Ok no more spoilers from me.

Personally, I think the best seat is front row mezz. The front row is great to see tears and spit and and facial expressions, etc. but you do have to prop your head up. The stage is eye-level but there's an additional platform over the stage so people in the front row won't be able to see the orchestra, which is placed on the back of the stage.

Sondheim sat in center orch row M118 (or N11 so I'd think that must be the best seat but I'd say front row mezz may be better.

There was a group shot taken after the show that included the entire cast and audience. That was the once-in-a-lifetime experience. :)

I hope you guys will get an opportunity to see this production!!!



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Front mezz undoubtedly has the best view of the chromolume but it's only two minutes. I wouldn't try switching seats or anything over it. I personally prefer sitting front orchestra. I will have that perspective on Wednesday.

The highlights for me: Jake's voice (much warmer and more nuanced than I'd imagined), Annaleigh's "Marie," Robert Sean Leonard's "Jules," the Chromolume (stunning, something I can easily imagine in a museum, and hopefully won't be spoiled by others), and the ORCHESTRA (15-piece, glorious sound)!

Typical 1st preview glitches- a few projection blips, line flubs (the very first time she sang it, it came out "Sunday in the dark...PARK with George!" which I can't imagine was intentional), and the show began at 8:15 due to the house opening late and the long line outside moving very slowly - getting out also took 10 minutes as there were few exits open. Intermission ran about 25 min, so I left the theater at 11pm (with a short curtain speech, then they took a 360° photo which I see online didn't turn out so well).

There were very few changes from the original, notably the cacophony leading to/and Dot's pregnancy reveal being cut, and 2 more onstage actors filling out the ensemble.

I sat second row Mezz on the R aisle and had a perfect view, the sound was balanced, and the seat/leg room was comfy.

How was the Marie costume?! Does Annie still do the southern accent? Also, I'd love to hear more about Erin Davie's performance!!!

Yes, she still does a perfect southern accent. Her Marie is extremely moving. Erin Davie is fantastic, in my opinion, better than Cusack. Erin is warmer and really expresses Yvonne's longing to be painted by Jules. She almost plays it similar to her Charlotte in Night Music.

You didn't spoil it!

Here's the 360: https://www.facebook.com/hudsonbway/photos/a.645940388893706.1073741828.627427140745031/759363717551372/?type=3&theater

Also, I want to give accolades to Ken Billington's sensational lighting design. It could easily win a Tony if this production was eligible. The lack of set is not missed because of the beautiful lighting and projections throughout.

Fuller is wonderful. She plays it similar to Peil in the last revival.