Star-studded night at THE WEDDING SINGER! 4.1.06 — Page 2

I was alot more excited to see hear about the audience members than the show alli2, that's not a good sign. And although I obviously haven't seen the show, from what I hear (from people I trust with taste), this isn't worth the 100 dollar ticket when you can get the movie for practically nothing, which apparently happens to be far superior. Btw, it's NEVER a good sign when secondary characters are "stealing the show" and/or having the "11 o'clock numbers" as I've been reading over and over again. It speaks volumes about how misguided the casting and direction was and is. If Finley has what seems to be 10 minutes total, stage time, she *shouldn't* be all anyones talking about. Sadly, none of this surprises me and it seems the shills are in full force on both sites.

Updated On: 4/2/06 at 12:18 PM

Al, the shills are indeed, in rare form. Can't imagine the 80's references don't get really tedious after a while.

Haha, I love it when you're called a shill by someone who doesn't agree. Laughable. I know some of the people who are raving about the show, include myself with them-and OH YES, we're shills. We're actually the producers. Please.

Now for the raves-the show is wonderful, the references to the 80's being the strong point for me. I haven't had that much fun in a theater in ages! I never appreciated a score so quickly as this one. While they were singing the songs, I already wished for the cd! I'd be playing it today if I had one. Standouts were Kevin Cahoon and Amy Spanger, but I can't complain about any of the others. What sets and lighting-done by the set and lighting designers of Pillowman. I loved the choreography. If I had to pick something to tighten up, it would be to shorten Act I a little, which is what the plan is.

By all means, GO!

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Sorry...definitely not worth the ticket price. The movie is much more charming and you can rent that for $4. Although I am not a fan of them either, "Jersey Boys", "Mamma Mia" and even "All Shook Up" are much better. At least you care about most of the characters. "Wedding Singer", in my opinion, is a complete disaster. Only one decent memorable song, no character development, no investment in who these people are so who cares??? Way way way way way too many 80's references and the fake Cindy Lauper, Tina Turner, etc. thing at the end was probably one of the corniest and least successful tricks I have ever seen employed on the stage. Come on people! I am usually very respectful of other people's opinions and give them the benefit of the doubt...but really.

My favorite comment from a buddy: "They should trash everything but the sets and costumes and save them for a musical of WORKING GIRL."

What a sin! Putting on a show which is heavy on entertainment and gives the audience a great time. Get rid of it! LOL. I'm ready to see it again.

So Michael Bennet, you're quoting your buddy and calling us shills-how many times have you seen the show? I love when people comment on shows they haven't seen. You're 'favorite' comment from your buddy?-Why would it be your favorite comment if you haven't even seen the show? You're deciding ahead of time you don't like it, and you're loving the trash it comment? Are you serious?

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I saw the show in Seattle, Jane.

Jersey Boys is more than a concert

It tells how the group was formed & everything they went thru using their songs while doing it. Best musical we have seen in many a moon & will get the Tony for Best Musical

Many reviewers who hate jukebox musicals (hate that term) liked this because they said the book was strong

I agree with Jane 2. How dare they put on an entertaining show. Not everything must be profound & deadly serious. We loved ASU & Jersey but we also love dramatic musicals. Point is not every show needs a message. You want a message - check your e mail

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Calvin, I watched part of the film, but didn't like it enough to continue. Hence, I wasn't keen on seeing the show but I was given a ticket and wanted to see friends of mine, so I went. I was totally surprised and happy! I couldn't wait to share my enjoyment on here with the board.

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Wow, alot of these "shills" seem like people who've been posting on both boards for a long time. The producers have obviously been planning this for years...

I'm not the one getting pissy. I respect others' opinions and don't really care what anyone else thinks. However, if you start with me, I'll get back at you! You are the one who should watch the piss!

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ok here are the links THESE ARE LEGAL COPIES OF THE SONGS FROM THE DEMO


01 It's Your Wedding Day - http://www.megaupload.com/?d=HDM3MLAO


i only had time 2 upload 1 the rest will be done later