Should there be an Encores like series for shows that never played NYC?

[SeanD2]

Posted: 10/27/22 at 10:51am

I was thinking last night about shows that have never (and likely will never) play Broadway or even major Off-Broadway venues and it got me wondering about the feasibility of an Encores like series that produces concert versions of these shows. Initially it came to mind because I was listening to The Witches of Eastwick, but I feel like there are a lot of international shows that just wouldn't be able to sustain a run but could be nice to see in a concert setting. 

[GingerSnaps2]

Posted: 10/27/22 at 11:48am

Encores Off-Center was a fine program, with inherent hits and misses.  I loved seeing Randy Newman’s uneven Faust there because it is so rarely produced.  Does anyone have information about whether there are plans to bring Off-Center back from “hiatus”?

[Wick3]

Posted: 10/27/22 at 2:29pm

I know what you mean. I remember watching Songs for a New World at encores off-center back in 2018 and really enjoyed it!

I went to the talkback after the show and I recall one of the actors saying the program is perfect for actors who can only commit 2 weeks or so for live theater due to TV/movie filming schedules. 

Given the concert-like setup of the show, I think city center can hold certain shows like Songs for a New World with a different cast each year. 

[verywellthensigh]

Posted: 10/27/22 at 3:05pm

I demand it!