Sufjan Stevens & Justin Peck's "Illinois"- Page 4

[BJR]

Posted: 3/7/24 at 9:03am

kwoc91 said: "I saw this last night and thought it was incredible. I'm a huge fan of the album, so I was curious how they would weave together a narrative, but I really thought it worked.

Everything was exceptional - the dancers, the choreography, the band, and the singers. I also thought the use of the minimal set was clever. I was moved to tears at quite a few parts of the show, and I could tell others around me were as well.

I selfishly hope this extends so I can see it again, but I strongly encourage others to grab a ticket if/when you can. This one isspecial."

I don't think it's your last chance to catch it ;)

 

[ColorTheHours048]

Posted: 3/7/24 at 9:16am

In the NYT feature on the show, it seems to imply this isn’t its last stop, and that it has Broadway ambitions. A sold-out run at the Armory and impending raves from critics could help that become reality. We shall see.

I’m seeing it on the 20th and can’t wait.
 

Updated On: 3/7/24 at 09:16 AM

[RippedMan]

Posted: 3/7/24 at 9:32am

I could see it fitting in nicely in the Booth or even Studio 54. 

[fashionguru_23]

Posted: 3/7/24 at 11:03am

It is playing Toronto in Winter/Spring 2025.

[ss8888]

Posted: 3/7/24 at 2:25pm

Broadway Flash said: "They have done a digital rush in the past on todaytix, but it doesn’t seem they have one for this. I’ve seen four shows here, all from being papered. This is selling really well, I hope I can see it. They have a standby line, no clue how much the tickets are."

Any intel on how the standby line has been going? How early to get there?

[TaffyDavenport]

Posted: 3/7/24 at 9:43pm

Critic's Pick from Jesse Green:

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/07/theater/illinoise-review-sufjan-stevens-justin-pick.html

[TaffyDavenport]

Posted: 3/7/24 at 9:45pm

Rave from Sara Holdren:

https://www.vulture.com/article/theater-review-sufjan-stevens-illinoise-armory.html

Updated On: 3/7/24 at 09:45 PM

[RUkiddingme]

Posted: 3/7/24 at 10:42pm

After seeing this tonight, I think they should cancel the rest of the current Broadway season and let this show play in all the theaters instead.  It's that good.

[Sutton Ross]

Posted: 3/7/24 at 11:17pm

100%. This is the best live show I've seen in years. Absolutely brilliant and I hope it goes all over the world, it really is THAT good. 

[RippedMan]

Posted: 3/8/24 at 9:49am

I'm glad it's getting such great notices! It's def. a weird little show but it's gorgeous. 

[Sammy232]

Posted: 3/11/24 at 8:59am

RUkiddingme said: "After seeing this tonight, I think they should cancel the rest of the current Broadway season and let this show play in all the theaters instead. It's that good."

I thought the same thing. The music sounded glorious which is not easy in that massive space I'd imagine. The dancing/story was just sublime. I'm not usually a fan of these type of dance shows, but bought tickets when they went on sale because I love the original album. I'm so glad that I did!

[Wick3]

Posted: 3/11/24 at 12:33pm

ss8888 said: "Broadway Flash said: "They have done a digital rush in the past on todaytix, but it doesn’t seem they have one for this. I’ve seen four shows here, all from being papered. This is selling really well, I hope I can see it. They have a standby line, no clue how much the tickets are."

Any intel on how the standby line has been going? How early to get there?"

I went this past weekend and it wasn't that bad. Just showed up an hour before it started and there were only 2 people in front of me. One ticket per person and be prepared to not sit next to each other. Standby ticket prices depended on the zone where standby ticket is located (premium-$228; A-$158; B-can't remember; C-$95) see the link below.  When you arrive, you have to scan a QR code and register on their website. A guy from box office will ask you to fill out a form (name, email, and which ticket price/zone your'e willing to buy).

https://www.armoryonpark.org/downloads/24.01.02_Illinoise_Seating_Map_A-Q.pdf

When I arrived, premium tickets were still available (even though the website stated it was sold out) and a few people in behind me bought them. I eventually bought a zone A ticket when it was offered to me roughly 30 mins before curtain.  If you're willing to pay premium or zone A or even zone B, I think your likelihood of getting a standby ticket is very high. It's rare but it is possible to get zone C standby tix. Good luck! 

 

[Call_me_jorge]

Posted: 3/12/24 at 9:48pm

Could this show make a quick transfer in time for this season?

[yyys]

Posted: 3/13/24 at 7:07am

They only extended it 2 days so probably some of them are busy with other commitments (maybe one of the singers?)

Call_me_jorge said: "Could this show make a quick transfer in time for this season?"

 

[Sammy232]

Posted: 3/13/24 at 7:30am

Call_me_jorge said: "Could this show make a quick transfer in time for this season?"

Would love to be able to see this again.

[BJR]

Posted: 3/13/24 at 8:54am

Call_me_jorge said: "Could this show make a quick transfer in time for this season?"

That's their hope.

[ColorTheHours048]

Posted: 3/13/24 at 11:29am

If this transfers, it’s for exposure and to drive interest for a possible tour before its Canadian premiere; not for Tonys. It’s neither a musical, nor a play. It’s a special event, which no longer really has a place at the Tony Awards.

It could maybe be eligible for choreography, design, and orchestrations; but again, that doesn’t seem to be why the producers are circling a Broadway transfer. Money and wider commercial exposure. Period.

[ErmengardeStopSniveling]

Posted: 3/13/24 at 11:40am

In actuality it might be better categorized as a "dance piece," but by the binary nature of the Tony categories, it's without question a Musical. We live in a world where Oh, Hello was deemed a Play and Movin' Out was deemed a Musical.

It has a story, music and lyrics; It has a live band and vocalists (so, not a CONTACT situation); It has choreography and design elements; It has live performers (dancers and singers)

The Musical race could use a shakeup, at least where nominations are concerned.

10 weeks on Broadway would be tough, financially, but as others have said if the plan is to tour it (and if Broadway is part of the tour capitalization) or film it, then a move makes sense. The only question is whether there's enough of an audience for a quick transfer, similar to SIDNEY BRUSTEIN last year.

[RippedMan]

Posted: 3/13/24 at 12:43pm

Could totally swoop into the Booth and win the Tony for best musical. 

[DaveyG]

Posted: 3/13/24 at 5:15pm

This potential curveball in the season is legit exciting. The producers of The Notebook must be starting to sweat.

[yyys]

Posted: 3/13/24 at 6:08pm

not this season.. Akimbo is there til April 28th.

 RippedMan said: "Could totally swoop into the Booth and win the Tony for best musical."

 

Updated On: 3/13/24 at 06:08 PM

[TaffyDavenport]

Posted: 3/13/24 at 6:15pm

Fairly negative review from the NYT dance critic:

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/13/arts/dance/illinoise-dance-justin-peck.html

[DaveyG]

Posted: 3/13/24 at 6:31pm

yyys said: "not this season.. Akimbo is there til April 28th.”

Rumor is the St James.

 

[chrishuyen]

Posted: 3/13/24 at 6:34pm

I know rumors can and have changed, but should I be trying to get a standby ticket for this production at PAA or wait for it to transfer to Broadway where prices might be lower?  Does it feel like it's a fairly done deal or should I just avoid the risk and try for tickets now?  All the fantastic reviews are giving me fomo (though i still kind of doubt they'd actually be in serious contention for best musical even if they got in this season, but I guess I might need to see it to believe it) 

[RippedMan]

Posted: 3/13/24 at 8:13pm

I think it would absolutely be in consideration for Best Musical and quite possibly win.