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Posted: 2/12/05 at 7:04pm
Hi. I'm new to the board.
I just saw "Sweet Charity" and was amazed by the dancing of Christina Applegate, and the entire company. The music had a funky quality about it with "Rich Man's Frug", "Rhythm of Life", and "Big Spender".
Ms. Applegate's performance was very 'adorable' in the sense that you felt like you had to take Charity in your arms and hold her (ala Judy Garland). As stated, she danced like a pro, acting was nice, however, my one quibble is when Oscar told her he wasn't going to marry her, she cried, but then abruptly stopped. Oh well!! Vocally, not strong, but she has presence, which is needed for this role. I commend her for taking this huge undertaking.
Denis O'Hare is my hero!! I love that man!! What a sweetheart, too. We walked together a few blocks after the show and talked. I'm guessing Tony nom, and what a beautiful voice. He captured the gamut that Oscar was feeling... the underdog, the likable chap, doing what he could to make Charity feel loved. He said today was the first day of 2 performances. He was going to grab dinner and rest his voice.
Natascia Diaz and Solange Sandy stole the show when they were in it. Ms. Diaz is a powerhouse (Tony nom). Ernie Sabella basically had little to do. I saw him at the stage door after the show, and he just seemed really out of it, very soft-spoken, even after congratulatory praise about the big "operatic note" he hit. Didn't really get the vibe of him, and the girl waiting with me didn't either.
Paul Schoeffler.... his voice could melt butter. I didn't care for the Italian accent as 'Vittorio', but when he sang... all was forgiven.
Rhett George as "Big Daddy" was fine in the "Rhythm of Life". They had "3 Soul Sisters" ala JCS as his backup. I wasn't too blown away by him, but it was still a fun number.
Timothy Edward Smith, who played Vittorio's butler, stole his scenes, given some good lines. So kudos to him!!!
Ms. Applegate was on her cell phone, she was like "Dog, where you at" to the person on the other end", so I mouthed good job as she signed my playbill, then she got in her Mercedes and drove off.
On the strength of the performances of Applegate, O'Hare (my boy... lol), Diaz, and Schoeffler, and the orchestrations, and the amazing ensemble, the production was fine. I saw a lot of "teens" and "tweeners" in the audience, which was fine because of Ms. Applegate's name, and hopefully it introduced them to things other than "Married With Children" and "Anchorman". Wayne Cilento's choreography was amazing ("Rich Man's Frug" rocked), Walter Bobbie's direction was fine.... it seemed like there could be some more 'streamlining' of dialogue and delivery (oops, better not say that or Elaine Joyce will kick my a$$).
The comment I heard from all the ensemble as they walked out the stage door was "Damn, I'm tired... I need a nap". Hopefully they all rested up and will be able to rock it out again tonight.
For any students out there, either in Mpls. or surrounding area, they are offering $20 student rush tix with ID, cash only.
They had T-shirts and posters. I got the black "Big Spender" T and the souvenir guy was flirting with me. I enjoyed it!!
Enjoy!!
I just saw "Sweet Charity" and was amazed by the dancing of Christina Applegate, and the entire company. The music had a funky quality about it with "Rich Man's Frug", "Rhythm of Life", and "Big Spender".
Ms. Applegate's performance was very 'adorable' in the sense that you felt like you had to take Charity in your arms and hold her (ala Judy Garland). As stated, she danced like a pro, acting was nice, however, my one quibble is when Oscar told her he wasn't going to marry her, she cried, but then abruptly stopped. Oh well!! Vocally, not strong, but she has presence, which is needed for this role. I commend her for taking this huge undertaking.
Denis O'Hare is my hero!! I love that man!! What a sweetheart, too. We walked together a few blocks after the show and talked. I'm guessing Tony nom, and what a beautiful voice. He captured the gamut that Oscar was feeling... the underdog, the likable chap, doing what he could to make Charity feel loved. He said today was the first day of 2 performances. He was going to grab dinner and rest his voice.
Natascia Diaz and Solange Sandy stole the show when they were in it. Ms. Diaz is a powerhouse (Tony nom). Ernie Sabella basically had little to do. I saw him at the stage door after the show, and he just seemed really out of it, very soft-spoken, even after congratulatory praise about the big "operatic note" he hit. Didn't really get the vibe of him, and the girl waiting with me didn't either.
Paul Schoeffler.... his voice could melt butter. I didn't care for the Italian accent as 'Vittorio', but when he sang... all was forgiven.
Rhett George as "Big Daddy" was fine in the "Rhythm of Life". They had "3 Soul Sisters" ala JCS as his backup. I wasn't too blown away by him, but it was still a fun number.
Timothy Edward Smith, who played Vittorio's butler, stole his scenes, given some good lines. So kudos to him!!!
Ms. Applegate was on her cell phone, she was like "Dog, where you at" to the person on the other end", so I mouthed good job as she signed my playbill, then she got in her Mercedes and drove off.
On the strength of the performances of Applegate, O'Hare (my boy... lol), Diaz, and Schoeffler, and the orchestrations, and the amazing ensemble, the production was fine. I saw a lot of "teens" and "tweeners" in the audience, which was fine because of Ms. Applegate's name, and hopefully it introduced them to things other than "Married With Children" and "Anchorman". Wayne Cilento's choreography was amazing ("Rich Man's Frug" rocked), Walter Bobbie's direction was fine.... it seemed like there could be some more 'streamlining' of dialogue and delivery (oops, better not say that or Elaine Joyce will kick my a$$).
The comment I heard from all the ensemble as they walked out the stage door was "Damn, I'm tired... I need a nap". Hopefully they all rested up and will be able to rock it out again tonight.
For any students out there, either in Mpls. or surrounding area, they are offering $20 student rush tix with ID, cash only.
They had T-shirts and posters. I got the black "Big Spender" T and the souvenir guy was flirting with me. I enjoyed it!!
Enjoy!!
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