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Sunset Boulevard Revival Broadway Thread

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muscle23ftl
#150Sunset Boulevard officially coming back to Broadway / Discount Code
Posted: 1/24/17 at 12:18am

I can't wait


"People have their opinions and that doesn't mean that their opinions are wrong or right. I just take it with a grain of salt because opinions are like as*holes, everyone has one". -Felicia Finley-

sparepart973
#151Sunset Boulevard officially coming back to Broadway / Discount Code
Posted: 1/27/17 at 12:44pm

There was an interview with Glenn on Today and she said that she's doing 7 shows (vs Sunset Boulevard officially coming back to Broadway / Discount Code. Any clue when the alternate goes and and who it is? 

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dianamorales
#152Sunset Boulevard officially coming back to Broadway / Discount Code
Posted: 1/27/17 at 1:05pm

TheSassySam said: "Willie4316 said: "Direct Mail Offer with Discount Code 

Code : mail 

Orchestra seats - $109, Mezzanine seats - $69 

Good 2/07 - 3/09


 

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Darn, need it for the 24th. 

 


I need it for the 11th!

 

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chernjam
#153Sunset Boulevard officially coming back to Broadway / Discount Code
Posted: 1/27/17 at 1:10pm

spareparts - Sunset is only playing 7 shows a week so there';s not an alternate for an 8th performance.  Glenn will play all performances

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BroadwayConcierge
#154Sunset Boulevard officially coming back to Broadway / Discount Code
Posted: 1/30/17 at 10:12am

Previews begin on Thursday... I'm dying to see and hear how this production is. It's one I'm most excited for this season.

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chernjam
#155Sunset Boulevard officially coming back to Broadway / Discount Code
Posted: 1/30/17 at 10:34am

going on Saturday for the matinee... So excited as well... I think this is the first thing I've seen on broadway since Evita

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Robbie2
#156Sunset Boulevard officially coming back to Broadway / Discount Code
Posted: 1/30/17 at 1:54pm

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"Anything you do, let it it come from you--then it will be new." Sunday in the Park with George

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castlestreet
#157Sunset Boulevard officially coming back to Broadway / Discount Code
Posted: 1/30/17 at 4:17pm

Is this a different costume than what she'll be wearing for "The Perfect Year"? I'm just guessing as I know how heavy the original one was...

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chernjam
#158Sunset Boulevard officially coming back to Broadway / Discount Code
Posted: 1/30/17 at 4:30pm

robbie - I think that's what that costume is for... Would make sense.

Kind of wished she would go with the turban for the With One Look outfit.  I mean, come one - it's one of the most iconic costumes from the original... looks weird without it

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littlemouse921
#159Sunset Boulevard officially coming back to Broadway / Discount Code
Posted: 1/30/17 at 4:51pm

Kind of wished she would go with the turban for the With One Look outfit.  I mean, come one - it's one of the most iconic costumes from the original... looks weird without it

 

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Because they're reviving it, the creative team has to change some things up to make it their own. Look at what happened to Cats. They basically re-staged the original and it's only been getting a lukewarm reception at best. I think the key to a successful revival is to give some iconic design elements from the original a facelift or a sort of cameo appearance in the show and then give the audience something new to gawk at.

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chernjam
#160Sunset Boulevard officially coming back to Broadway / Discount Code
Posted: 1/30/17 at 5:23pm

Thats a good point littlemouse - the only thing I'd disagree with is that it seems like  a pretty substantial overhaul here in this production.  The set design, and direction (the show is being seen from Joe's perspective)  seem to be a very different take (at least from the interviews and reviews in London)  

But I guess perhaps some shifts in costume design tries to deflect people comparing it to the original too much

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Flowerlovestage5
#161Sunset Boulevard officially coming back to Broadway / Discount Code
Posted: 1/30/17 at 5:37pm

We didn't get to see too many costumes from the promotional photo's that were released from the ENO production last year.  I'm curious, if there were any changes, were they already used at the ENO or has Broadway made modifications?  Hmm.

 

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chernjam
#162Sunset Boulevard officially coming back to Broadway / Discount Code
Posted: 1/30/17 at 8:27pm

Aside from costume changes, I'm curious to see/hear if there were changes and or revisions to the score.  I know that ALW said he changed something with the overture... 

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Scarywarhol
#163Sunset Boulevard officially coming back to Broadway / Discount Code
Posted: 1/30/17 at 8:34pm

Weird, I always thought the show was downhill after the overture.  

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MichelleCraig
#164Sunset Boulevard officially coming back to Broadway / Discount Code
Posted: 1/30/17 at 8:57pm

I really love this show. I saw it pre-Broadway when it premiered in Los Angeles with Glenn Close. Actually saw it twice in Los Angeles. I was lucky enough to see it on Broadway with Betty Buckley, too...

This production, coming to Broadway, is a mere shadow of its former self. A minimalist, stripped down version of the original. I know I would love it...but from many of the posts I read here, it seems like people think they will be seeing a full blown production. Not the case. Think Encores...which is not a bad thing.

I'd just love to see Norma's mansion levitate again!!

 

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chernjam
#165Sunset Boulevard officially coming back to Broadway / Discount Code
Posted: 1/30/17 at 9:07pm

Michelle - I agree with you - that I would love to see that mansion levitate again... Saw it on Broadway 8 times (!!! - still can't believe that) and (no disrespect) would love to see a new "name" actress as Norma.  But Sunset being one of my all time favorites, and having a 40 piece orchestra (I don't think I've ever heard an orchestra that large live) I'm not only going with an open mind - I'm excited to see it again.

And from what the reviews and interviews are saying, it's a bit more elaborate than simply a staged concert version.  Will see it Saturday and look forward to reporting on it.

mufish
#166Sunset Boulevard officially coming back to Broadway / Discount Code
Posted: 1/30/17 at 9:31pm

Will be in NYC Wednesday through Friday.  Seeing the Great Comet matinee on Wednesday when I get in, but still debating what to see on Thursday.  I'm intrigued by the possibilities here and I've always enjoyed Glenn Close's acting performances, but even with the discount codes the prices are a bit steep (not always an issue, but I'm trying to be fiscally responsible this year! ha!).  I'm not that worried about the fact that it's the first preview, but should I see this over, say, checking out James Monroe Iglehart in Aladdin before he leaves? Or something else?

Not looking to turn this into a 'what should I see?' thread...just looking for folks' input on whether I should prioritize this over just about everything else on Broadway today.  I am hoping to be back in the city in March and would have a spot or two for shows then as well.

Mike66
#167Sunset Boulevard officially coming back to Broadway / Discount Code
Posted: 1/30/17 at 10:05pm

We saw this in London and loved it.  Would highly recommend it, and don't see the problem with a preview since its not a "new" staging.

Right now, we are in the lull after and before the storm, so there isn't a lot of stuff that I find compelling.  Enjoyed Dear Evan Hansen.  And of course, Hamilton if you get lucky.

You cant go wrong seeing Close in this role.  Really.

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muscle23ftl
#168Sunset Boulevard officially coming back to Broadway / Discount Code
Posted: 1/31/17 at 3:17am

The DIVA spoke to broadway.com:

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iSutg5Zd5os


"People have their opinions and that doesn't mean that their opinions are wrong or right. I just take it with a grain of salt because opinions are like as*holes, everyone has one". -Felicia Finley-

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broadwayboy222
#169Sunset Boulevard officially coming back to Broadway / Discount Code
Posted: 1/31/17 at 5:04pm

Finally a proper Marquee! 

Sunset Boulevard officially coming back to Broadway / Discount Code

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chernjam
#170Sunset Boulevard officially coming back to Broadway / Discount Code
Posted: 1/31/17 at 5:26pm

well that took WAY too long... but looks awesome!

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TheSassySam
#171Sunset Boulevard officially coming back to Broadway / Discount Code
Posted: 1/31/17 at 6:40pm

Any indication of discounts going past March 9th? 

 

curel1
#172Sunset Boulevard officially coming back to Broadway / Discount Code
Posted: 1/31/17 at 7:00pm

broadwayboy222 said: "Finally a proper Marquee! 

Sunset Boulevard officially coming back to Broadway / Discount Code


 

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Pic isn't showing up for  me :/

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MissAnneThrop
#173Sunset Boulevard officially coming back to Broadway / Discount Code
Posted: 1/31/17 at 7:22pm

me either.


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Cupid Boy2
#174Sunset Boulevard officially coming back to Broadway / Discount Code
Posted: 1/31/17 at 7:32pm

I really hope this shows up on TDF for this weekend. Each performance has a good deal of availability. 


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