THE ROOMMATE Reviews — Page 4

Since the play seems to be relying on "name" performers, perhaps they should have hired two "name" performers as Standbys to fill in when something like this happens. For instance, Marsha Mason, as Associate Director, could have been a Standby for Mia and be prepared with the script already memorized.

Updated On: 9/15/24 at 04:59 PM

PennClassic said: "Since the play seems to be relying on "name" performers, perhaps they should have hired two "name" performers as Stand-Bys to fill inwhen something like this happens. For instance, Marsha Mason, as AssociateDirector,could have been a Stand-By for Mia and be prepared with the script already memorized."

It would be insane to think any production would get "names" as a standby.

ACL2006 said: "PennClassic said: "Since the play seems to be relying on "name" performers, perhaps they should have hired two "name" performers as Stand-Bys to fill inwhen something like this happens. For instance, Marsha Mason, as AssociateDirector,could have been a Stand-By for Mia and be prepared with the script already memorized."

It would be insane to think any production would get "names" as a standby."

I know that Donna McKechnie was the official Standby for Chita Rivera in THE VISIT and Larry Kert was the official Standby for Peter Allen in LEGS DIAMOND.  They are listed in the Internet Broadway Database.  Perhaps there are others as well.

Updated On: 9/15/24 at 05:46 PM

Neither McKechnie or Larry Kert are "names". Broadway names, yes, but they wouldn't limit audience members from asking for a refund.

 

 

 

 

Jordan Catalano said: "Anyone know if Mason is scheduled for next week?"

I'd assume Tuesday and Wednesday at least. Protocols are just 5 days quarantine. This also comes with the possibility that LuPone keeps testing negative as well. If anything, and Halstead is able to go on, we might get the actual u/s instead of Mason.

Fabulous that Jack brought Marsha flowers !!

Hi all! 

A question that maybe somebody here knows more about than I --- I'm going into the city for a birthday trip on Friday. We had gotten tickets to THE ROOMMATE, mostly to see Mia. Do you all think there's any chance she'll be back by then? Do you know when it will become clear? 

If not, is it possible to call and get a refund or an exchange? I feel bad, especially with the wonderful Marsha Mason, but Mia was really the reason for the trip. 

Thank you thank you! 

Okay! Thank you :)

halfhourcheckwithmerman said: "Called the box office and they said she's back!"

Excellent.  Happy to know she has recovered.  The show was in good hands with Marsha during Mia's absence.

Well... called the number of the Booth theater, which is really just Telecharge, and then pressed the button for customer service. 

Some of the most fun I've ever had in a theater. The play makes no sense. Mia is sensational. The play makes no sense. Patti is Patti. I've never laughed so much (even at the serious parts). How does Mia turn in such a wonderful performance among all this? What a great night out.