Sweeney Todd CD Signing with Sondheim- Page 7
Sweeney Todd CD Signing with Sondheim
wickedrentq
Broadway Legend Joined: 11/6/04
#150re: Sweeney Todd CD Signing with Sondheim
Posted: 2/1/06 at 3:26pm
I'm so happy for everyone who had such a fabulous night! Seems like I've had a few of those lately, so I know the wonderful feeling 
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#151re: Sweeney Todd CD Signing with Sondheim
Posted: 2/1/06 at 4:34pmYeah I went for the signing last night too. I took a 2 hours train ride into the city, got to the theater at 9:40 and bought 2 cds. Then I waited in line for an hour and half. They were letting people into the theater in groups of 20. I was 8th in the line to get into the theater and there was about 50 people behind me when they came out and said that was it for signings. I can not express how dissapointing and sad that was last night. I stayed up till 2, spent around 60 bucks and waited in the cold for and hour and a half for nothing. Now im reconsidering weither im going to go see the show again, I am very dissapointed in the actions that were taken last night.
"The hallmark of aristocracy is responsibility. Oh brother, that got me, that did me in!"
#152re: Sweeney Todd CD Signing with Sondheim
Posted: 2/1/06 at 5:00pm
The cutting off of the line was advertized from the begining, it was going to happen. I am sorry that you didn't get in, but that was the chance you took, some people were in the line for since about 5 o'clock. They were not going to sign all night.
I stand corrected, you are as vapid as they say.
louderthanwords
Swing Joined: 1/26/06
#153re: Sweeney Todd CD Signing with Sondheim
Posted: 2/1/06 at 5:31pm
I'm dying of jealousy here. It sounds like it was an amazing event!
PS - Today I found out that Alexander Gemignani went to my high school! Just thought that was really cool 
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#154re: Sweeney Todd CD Signing with Sondheim
Posted: 2/1/06 at 6:28pmOMG 400$!$!$!$!$?
"I never had theatre producers run after me. Some people want to make more Broadway shows out of movies. But Elliot and I aren't going to do Batman: The Musical." - Julie Taymor 1999
BSoBW3
Broadway Legend Joined: 1/21/06
#155re: Sweeney Todd CD Signing with Sondheim
Posted: 2/1/06 at 6:29pm
Is anyone else upset they didn't include PARLOR SONGS?
I love the new arrangement...much more than the OBC.
The smallest stream is a valent river. It will drown me if it can.
#156re: Sweeney Todd CD Signing with Sondheim
Posted: 2/1/06 at 6:37pmI like the CD but I have alway thought Angela was on of the most brilliant people ever.
"I never had theatre producers run after me. Some people want to make more Broadway shows out of movies. But Elliot and I aren't going to do Batman: The Musical." - Julie Taymor 1999
#157re: Sweeney Todd CD Signing with Sondheim
Posted: 2/1/06 at 6:37pm
I would just like to point out that everybody has been mentioning Brian Dennehy's prescence at the show last night, and no one seemed to notice that Michael McKean was 2 rows behind. I know because I was sitting right behind Mr Dennehy, and right in front of Mr McKean.
And I'm still on a Sondheim high. *squeals*!!!
#158re: Sweeney Todd CD Signing with Sondheim
Posted: 2/1/06 at 6:46pmWhat was the policy of taking pictures?
"I never had theatre producers run after me. Some people want to make more Broadway shows out of movies. But Elliot and I aren't going to do Batman: The Musical." - Julie Taymor 1999
#159re: Sweeney Todd CD Signing with Sondheim
Posted: 2/1/06 at 7:20pmThey handed out a yellow sheet stating that there were no pictures allowed in the theater.`
Happy...Everything!
Kaye Thompson
Yankeefan007
Broadway Legend Joined: 3/20/04
#160re: Sweeney Todd CD Signing with Sondheim
Posted: 2/1/06 at 7:42pm
I understand it's not quite the same, but can't you all just wait at the stage door after any random performance (like I did) to get them to sign it?
I seemed to be the 1st to get the cd (a week ago today) and got it signed after the Friday night show (which I saw). Patti, in particular, was impressed that I had it and had a fairly long conversation with me about it.
#161re: Sweeney Todd CD Signing with Sondheim
Posted: 2/1/06 at 7:45pmI agree about Parlor Songs, BSoBW. I loved that part.
#162re: Sweeney Todd CD Signing with Sondheim
Posted: 2/1/06 at 7:55pm
I wouldn't have gone last night if it were for Sondheim. You are right though because anyone can go to the stagedoor after the show and get autographs. It was also an amazing opportunity to stand on a Broadway stage!
Happy...Everything!
Kaye Thompson
Updated On: 2/1/06 at 07:55 PM
#163re: Sweeney Todd CD Signing with Sondheim
Posted: 2/1/06 at 8:01pm
Most people were there just for Stephen Sondheim. His prescence, and having HIS signature along with the rest of the cast makes a HUGE difference.
Plus, it was also really cool to get to stand onstage.
#164re: Sweeney Todd CD Signing with Sondheim
Posted: 2/1/06 at 8:03pm
Sondheim was there.
End of story.
I will go back and "stage door" to see the cast, this was a rare event to be able to speak to Sondheim.
I stand corrected, you are as vapid as they say.
#165re: Sweeney Todd CD Signing with Sondheim
Posted: 2/1/06 at 8:32pmMy dad and I drove two hours from Philly to get to the signing, to wait in line for an hour and have the door closed on me. They offered vouchers for the presigned cd, but I didnt come up for a presigned cd, i came to meet Sondheim. So, I waited by the stage door, Patti comes out with Stephen and they gracious signed my cd and took pictures and talked with me for a bit. I also had my playbill from the Children and Art benefit, which I got him to sign PERSONALIZED. Michael and Mano walked out after that and I got to chat with them too, but I'll be back to talk to them more on March 11, since I have seats for then. We went to the car, and the second my dad turned it on, it turned from 11:59 to midnight. Talk about a Cinderella story. I'll be posting my pictures soon, when I have time since it's finals week. just felt like sharing.
and the feeling
and the light
moving on.
In my picture: I'm Sally in pink on the far left!
and the light
moving on.
In my picture: I'm Sally in pink on the far left!
#166re: Sweeney Todd CD Signing with Sondheim
Posted: 2/1/06 at 8:34pmAwww I am glad your drive was worth it.
"I never had theatre producers run after me. Some people want to make more Broadway shows out of movies. But Elliot and I aren't going to do Batman: The Musical." - Julie Taymor 1999
#167re: Sweeney Todd CD Signing with Sondheim
Posted: 2/1/06 at 8:36pmThats such a great story! I'm happy that things worked out. When I first started to read your post I felt bad for you but you ended up getting more than any of us! Good for you and post lots of pictures!
Happy...Everything!
Kaye Thompson
#168re: Sweeney Todd CD Signing with Sondheim
Posted: 2/1/06 at 9:13pmAlright! All my pictures are posted!
and the feeling
and the light
moving on.
In my picture: I'm Sally in pink on the far left!
and the light
moving on.
In my picture: I'm Sally in pink on the far left!
#169re: Sweeney Todd CD Signing with Sondheim
Posted: 2/1/06 at 9:20pmI am absolutly speechless. A picture with Stephen Sondheim and yourself.
Happy...Everything!
Kaye Thompson
#170re: Sweeney Todd CD Signing with Sondheim
Posted: 2/1/06 at 9:21pm
butnooneisme, That Is Fabulous!
Way to make the best of it and wind up with a very very special moment.
I am so happy for you.
I stand corrected, you are as vapid as they say.
#171re: Sweeney Todd CD Signing with Sondheim
Posted: 2/1/06 at 9:21pmi'm still shocked it all happened. i walked around all day with the cd and the pictures and just showed random people. i can't believe it.
and the feeling
and the light
moving on.
In my picture: I'm Sally in pink on the far left!
and the light
moving on.
In my picture: I'm Sally in pink on the far left!
#172re: Sweeney Todd CD Signing with Sondheim
Posted: 2/1/06 at 10:05pm
"The cutting off of the line was advertized from the begining, it was going to happen. I am sorry that you didn't get in, but that was the chance you took, some people were in the line for since about 5 o'clock. They were not going to sign all night. "
I understand that there was a cutoff time but my point is that when you have people out there taking long journeys and waiting in the cold to see you, you should be flatered and more than happy to see them. I mean these people depend on the fans to make a living, and when it comes down to only about 50 more poeple (its not like the line was still growing), I think that they should have stayed and finished for the crowd. Now they are left with some very unhappy fans, which I feel is unfortunate to say the least.
"The hallmark of aristocracy is responsibility. Oh brother, that got me, that did me in!"
#173re: Sweeney Todd CD Signing with Sondheim
Posted: 2/1/06 at 10:08pmOh My Gawd, I am soo envious of you butnooneisme!
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BSoBW3
Broadway Legend Joined: 1/21/06
#174re: Sweeney Todd CD Signing with Sondheim
Posted: 2/1/06 at 10:16pm
You are very immature if you will let this disallow you from seeing the show.
This isn't something they HAD to do, but wanted to do for the fans.
I'm sorry, but you have no sympathy.
And look at butnooneisme - she was able to meet Sondheim et al.
The smallest stream is a valent river. It will drown me if it can.
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