THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL Opening Night Critics’ Reviews — Page 9

Jordan Catalano said: "Wasnt asking rudely or implying anything, was just how I read the post and asked about it. Nothing more and nothing less."

i read it the same way as Jordan: theres no problematic sex stuff except one reference to the other team. I dont find it offensive if someone thinks same-sex one-liners are not appropriate for children--to each their own-- but that is how i understood the point made below.

that said, the show is painfully predictable but it has all the fun bells and whistles that a child new to theater would enjoy. definitely should be OK for kids

"The show is a himbo of a musical - simple, sweet, fun to be around. I think it could definitely be shortened quite a bit and it shares the common flaw of modern musical comedies of becoming too earnest in its second act. But it’s slick and engaging, often quite funny, with a charming cast that sells the **** out of every moment. Corey Cott’s body is… really something else, as well."

I really enjoyed this show and glad you liked it also. I am curious Kad, have you ever mentioned and complimented a female's body in a review of a show? I have mentioned this before on BWW but it amazes me that a bunch of you act like you have never seen a "buff" guy in a gym that works out. I can only imagine the name calling if somebody in reviewing a show said the lead actress in the show had a body that was something else. I wonder the reaction to somebody saying an actress certain body part should get Tony nomination like a few people said about Cott's arms.

"Lead actor Corey Cott is wonderful (Jeremy Jordan move over). Corey’s muscular arms are a show all by themselves."

I have seen Corey Cott in "Newsies", "Bandstand" and "Heart Of Rock And Roll" and IMO he has been terrific in all three. It is a shame two of the shows he has been in will not run long and he did not get Tony nominations for his excellent performances. I find all these comments about his body pretty juvenile from supposedly grown adults.

"If a production has made a conscious decision to highlight the bodies of its performers, I think it’s entirely fair to comment on."

Actually what he wore was the kind of outfits rock stars wear. Ever see what Springsteen wore in the 80's, very similar. In other words, not a conscious decision but accurate portrayal. You did not answer my question, would you have made similar comment about female performer? I am sure you have seen shows where they made conscious decision to highlight their bodies. See link below.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9YvTkBXT3rU

Updated On: 6/14/24 at 06:22 PM

Zeppie2022 said: ""If a production has made a conscious decision to highlight the bodies of its performers, I think it’s entirely fair to comment on."

Actually what he wore was the kind of outfits rock stars wear. Ever see what Springsteen wore in the 80's, very similar. In other words, not a conscious decision but accurate portrayal. You did not answer my question, would you have made similar comment about female performer? I am sure you have seen shows where they made conscious decision to highlight their bodies. See link below.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9YvTkBXT3rU"

Well, his body is not historically accurate to the time period- for an average working class straight guy, at least- and nothing in the show requires the character to be absolutely shredded (and the transition into the sauna scene also involves another jacked ensemble member deliberately showing off to the audience- so, sorry, there is clearly a choice happening here).


I did not answer your question because it seems like a bad faith gotcha question. I’ve certainly noted the beauty of female performers but at the end of the day, I’m a Kinsey 6. There is a vast difference between commenting positively on somebody’s body and being lewd or lecherous about it, and the context in which it happens is important (a boss shouldn’t do it to one of their subordinates, and I wouldn’t cat call a stranger).

BETTY22 said: "theaterdude2 said: "is the famous sauna scene stage left or right? which is best place to sit?!"

Center stage - this director knows what he is doing....WINK

sure he does

but you are missing the letter T

bwayobsessed said: "MezzoDiva47 said: "BETTY22 said: "theaterdude2 said: "is the famous sauna scene stage left or right? which is best place to sit?!"

Center stage - this director knows what he is doing....WINK

sure he does

but you are missing the letter T

"

I think its more like replacing WI with HU but anyways why I came here...

Listening to the cast album makes me remember how fun this show was and makes me more aggravated that it got completely got shut out for awards when some way more mediocre show got a ton of noms (looking at you W4E and HK)"

I agree with you that it’s a shame it didn’t get any nominations. I really like the show. But to call HK more mediocre, you are losing credibility here.

bwayobsessed said: "MezzoDiva47 said: "BETTY22 said: "theaterdude2 said: "is the famous sauna scene stage left or right? which is best place to sit?!"

Center stage - this director knows what he is doing....WINK

sure he does

but you are missing the letter T"

I think its more like replacing WI with HU



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Mr.Liir said: "If anyone is putting off seeing this show... don't."

:( When are we getting a closing announcement?

I was told a few weeks ago that it was imminent but then… nothing so I’m not sure what happened there. Maybe they were hoping to be able to perform on the telecast last night to drum up interest?

hearthemsing22 said: "Mr.Liir said: "If anyone is putting off seeing this show... don't."

:( When are we getting a closing announcement?"

The cast has been active on their socials about saying "see the show now".

It's still dumbfounding that the show is running somehow. Hopefully everyone involved is still getting their paychecks.

Mr.Liir said: "See it sooner if you can."

Makes me think they'll announce a closing today or tomorrow for this Sunday unfortunately