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THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES with Kristin Chenowith & F. Murray Abraham to open at St. James in November
Broadway Legend Joined: 7/20/13
THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES with Kristin Chenowith & F. Murray Abraham to open at St. James in November#175
Posted: 8/24/25 at 1:00pm
I don’t think it will be that bad. Perhaps the people on this board are underestimating her base, although we were all correct about Tammy Faye so…
Updated On: 8/24/25 at 01:00 PM
THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES with Kristin Chenowith & F. Murray Abraham to open at St. James in November#176
Posted: 8/24/25 at 1:17pm
Tammy Faye was embarrassing. I don’t think this, even at its worst, could be on that level.
THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES with Kristin Chenowith & F. Murray Abraham to open at St. James in November#177
Posted: 8/25/25 at 11:37am
Sutton Ross said: "I don’t think it will be that bad. Perhaps the people on this board are underestimating her base, although we were all correct about Tammy Fayeso…"
Fingers crossed it’s not Tammy Faye level bad. I just worry about any newly written show that doesn’t have great buzz, going into the St. James! It’s such a huge house to fill!
THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES with Kristin Chenowith & F. Murray Abraham to open at St. James in November#178
Posted: 8/25/25 at 11:57am
I saw a picture of Michael Arden wearing a Oh Murray t shirt. It’s the same graphic as Oh Mary but with F Murray Abraham
Broadway Legend Joined: 2/27/06
THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES with Kristin Chenowith & F. Murray Abraham to open at St. James in November#179
Posted: 8/26/25 at 9:03am
African Queen2 said: "I saw a picture of Michael Arden wearing a Oh Murray t shirt. It’s the same graphic as Oh Mary but with F Murray Abraham"
Broadway Legend Joined: 11/2/13
THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES with Kristin Chenowith & F. Murray Abraham to open at St. James in November#180
Posted: 8/26/25 at 9:38am
Last year I cancelled my Tammy Faye ticket & saw MHE instead - which I'd been iffy on seeing. It won the Tony.
I'm not superstitious, but I'm seeing QoV 6 weeks after it starts previews. If reports are bad I'll see something else. I don't know what yet. But if I fo cancel & see something else, chances are that show will win the Tony.
Broadwsy producers: I'm like a rabbit's foot. Come rub up against me.
(For people who lack comprehension, this is meant as just a dumb joke.)
Broadway Legend Joined: 7/20/13
THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES with Kristin Chenowith & F. Murray Abraham to open at St. James in November#181
Posted: 8/26/25 at 11:13am
Last year I cancelled my Tammy Faye ticket & saw MHE instead
Talk about the upgrade of the year!
THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES with Kristin Chenowith & F. Murray Abraham to open at St. James in November#182
Posted: 8/29/25 at 7:08am
The Queen of Versailles Puts Her Life in the Hands of a ‘Wicked’ Diva
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/08/29/theater/queen-of-versailles-chenoweth-broadway.html?unlocked_article_code=1.h08.e7g4.5xbyDd94E5Na&smid=nytcore-android-share
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THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES with Kristin Chenowith & F. Murray Abraham to open at St. James in November#183
Posted: 8/29/25 at 8:56amUpdated On: 10/7/25 at 08:56 AM
THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES with Kristin Chenowith & F. Murray Abraham to open at St. James in November#184
Posted: 8/29/25 at 9:39am
Still looks like it's selling terribly (especially with all the best seats blocked from sale by producers). SO, I hope we see some discounts soon. I don't think the show has a chance at this point.
Broadway Legend Joined: 4/30/22
THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES with Kristin Chenowith & F. Murray Abraham to open at St. James in November#185
Posted: 8/29/25 at 9:47am
Yes sales are not looking good. And they’re not selling the balcony for any performances currently.
THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES with Kristin Chenowith & F. Murray Abraham to open at St. James in November#186
Posted: 8/29/25 at 9:50am
WOW! I didn't even notice that! Well, when you charge so much for tickets, what do you expect? I mean $408 for a good orchestra seat??? UGH
THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES with Kristin Chenowith & F. Murray Abraham to open at St. James in November#187
Posted: 8/29/25 at 10:44am
MezzA101: The Queen of Versailles Puts Her Life in the Hands of a ‘Wicked’ Diva
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/08/29/theater/queen-of-versailles-chenoweth-broadway.html?unlocked_article_code=1.h08.e7g4.5xbyDd94E5Na&smid=nytcore-android-share
I found that NYT cover photo of Kristin changing into Jackie kind of eerie. I think the article is well-written even if it gives away a major spoiler and I still have no desire to see this. I love Kristin but this just does not sound remotely interesting. Prove me wrong please. Will watching the documentary change my mind or make it worse?
THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES with Kristin Chenowith & F. Murray Abraham to open at St. James in November#188
Posted: 8/29/25 at 1:42pm
Melissa25 said: "MezzA101:The Queen of Versailles Puts Her Life in the Hands of a ‘Wicked’ Diva
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/08/29/theater/queen-of-versailles-chenoweth-broadway.html?unlocked_article_code=1.h08.e7g4.5xbyDd94E5Na&smid=nytcore-android-share
I found that NYT cover photo of Kristin changing into Jackie kind of eerie. I think the article is well-written even if it gives away a major spoiler and I still have no desire to see this. I love Kristin but this just does not sound remotely interesting. Prove me wrong please. Will watching the documentary change my mind or make it worse?"
I remember watching the documentary in high school and it's good. You are unlikely to leave with any thoughts either way on the idea of musicalizing it. It's not one of those ideas that you hear and have an immediate "this will work" or "this won't work" feeling. I only began to worry "this won't work" when I realized how involved Jackie and Co are. With that knowledge and then watching the documentary you'll see why. That is a woman you could write a compelling musical about but that is not a woman who would allow you to do so without sugar sprinkled on top. Lots of sugar.
THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES with Kristin Chenowith & F. Murray Abraham to open at St. James in November#189
Posted: 9/3/25 at 10:09am
First announced dates for Sherie: November 25, December 3, and January 20.
THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES with Kristin Chenowith & F. Murray Abraham to open at St. James in November#190
Posted: 9/3/25 at 10:17am
AC126748 said: "Has a David Siegel standby been announced yet? It was Michael Mulheren last year in Boston."
I presume Christopher Gurr will be covering David Siegel? He’s the male standby.
Broadway Legend Joined: 5/15/03
THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES with Kristin Chenowith & F. Murray Abraham to open at St. James in November#191
Posted: 9/3/25 at 10:54am
EDSOSLO858 said: "First announced dates for Sherie:November 25, December 3,andJanuary 20."
Maybe its just me but I think Sherie is a better fit for the actual woman than Kristin.
THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES with Kristin Chenowith & F. Murray Abraham to open at St. James in November#192
Posted: 9/3/25 at 11:05am
Why don’t you wait for reports about Kristin first?
Broadway Legend Joined: 5/15/03
THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES with Kristin Chenowith & F. Murray Abraham to open at St. James in November#193
Posted: 9/3/25 at 11:12am
Birdie Boy said: "Why don’t you wait for reports about Kristin first?"
Have you watched the documentary? My personal opinion is that Sherie reminds me more of Jackie Siegel than Kristin. I don't have to wait for reports on the performances as that is not what I was talking about.
Also Birdie Boy I just noticed the PM you sent me
"I got an extra ticket to Saturday church for tomorrow night, 33 bucks u want it?"
Just curious why you were offering the ticket to me as we have never even spoken on here before.
Broadway Legend Joined: 3/30/17
THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES with Kristin Chenowith & F. Murray Abraham to open at St. James in November#194
Posted: 9/3/25 at 11:15am
There is a reason they left the EVITA ad on the far left doors of the St. James.
Broadway Legend Joined: 2/27/06
THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES with Kristin Chenowith & F. Murray Abraham to open at St. James in November#195
Posted: 9/3/25 at 11:41am
THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES with Kristin Chenowith & F. Murray Abraham to open at St. James in November#196
Posted: 9/3/25 at 12:15pm
Huss417 said: "Birdie Boy said: "Why don’t you wait for reports about Kristin first?"
Have you watched the documentary? My personal opinion is that Sherie reminds me more of Jackie Siegel than Kristin. I don't have to wait for reports on the performances as that is not what I was talking about.
Also Birdie Boy I just noticed the PM you sent me "I got an extra ticket to Saturday church for tomorrow night, 33 bucks u want it?" Just curious why you were offering the ticket to me as we have never even spoken on here before."
He did the exact same thing to me! He's insane, and I blocked him.
Broadway Legend Joined: 5/15/03
THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES with Kristin Chenowith & F. Murray Abraham to open at St. James in November#197
Posted: 9/3/25 at 12:39pm
JSquared2 said: "Huss417 said: "Birdie Boy said: "Why don’t you wait for reports about Kristin first?"
Have you watched the documentary? My personal opinion is that Sherie reminds me more of Jackie Siegel than Kristin. I don't have to wait for reports on the performances as that is not what I was talking about.
Also Birdie Boy I just noticed the PM you sent me "I got an extra ticket to Saturday church for tomorrow night, 33 bucks u want it?" Just curious why you were offering the ticket to me as we have never even spoken on here before."
He did the exact same thing to me! He's insane, and I blocked him."
They resurrected an account that hasn't been used in 8 years. I have a feeling I already know who this person is. It's a new month so they need to go by a new name. Just beyond bizarre to me.
THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES with Kristin Chenowith & F. Murray Abraham to open at St. James in November#198
Posted: 9/3/25 at 12:55pm
Huss417 said: "JSquared2 said: "Huss417 said: "Birdie Boy said: "Why don’t you wait for reports about Kristin first?"
Have you watched the documentary? My personal opinion is that Sherie reminds me more of Jackie Siegel than Kristin. I don't have to wait for reports on the performances as that is not what I was talking about.
Also Birdie Boy I just noticed the PM you sent me "I got an extra ticket to Saturday church for tomorrow night, 33 bucks u want it?" Just curious why you were offering the ticket to me as we have never even spoken on here before."
He did the exact same thing to me! He's insane, and I blocked him."
They resurrected an account that hasn't been used in 8 years. I have a feeling I already know who this person is. It's a new month so they need to go by a new name. Just beyond bizarre to me."
It's one of Broadway Flash's "burner accounts".
THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES with Kristin Chenowith & F. Murray Abraham to open at St. James in November#199
Posted: 9/3/25 at 1:14pm
I think everyone got one of those PMs lol
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