THREE TALL WOMEN (2018) Previews — Page 6

I was at yesterday's matinee and I have to say that it was one of the most extraordinary theater experiences I have had. The set is unique, and makes a visual transition that corresponds to the dramatic transition between the acts. I adore Laurie Metcalf and would give her the Tony immediately - she makes every move, every expression, every word feel real and immediate - but Glenda Jackson is a force of nature in this play. I, too, do not consider myself an Albee fan but this play is so much more powerful, funny, and cruel than VIRGINIA WOOLF (which I have always found overly long), and Jackson knows what is there and brings it all to life. Do not miss this.

It sounds amazing. Thanks all for the previews and reviews. I am visiting NYC in July--anyone think it will still be running then??

Um...wow...

Glenda was of course amazing (as was Allison Pill) but the stand out to me was Laurie Metcalf. Just an astounding performance. (I'm sure I would be completely drooling over Glenda if I had not been lucky enough to see her King Lear at the Old Vic). The direction was so fine. The original staging was very simple letting the play's words carry the power, yet with a much more high concept concept, the play is so great it isn't overwhelmed by it, it actually becomes more of itself. Joe Montello should win the Tony. I'm afraid Marianne Elliott will, but all she really does it not **** up a great play. Joe enhances what is already there.

I was just able to grab seats for Tuesday night—thank you for sharing all of the reviews and thoughts!



I almost forgot to check Telecharge Offers but lo and behold the row E seats I purchased were $60 less each there.

Updated On: 3/22/18 at 02:31 PM

the.hard.part said: "Would rear mezzanine be OK for this show or is it worth springing on something closer?"

I was in the second row, center aisle, of the rear mezzanine and it was just fine. At least for me.

Adding to the chorus of adulation. This production is a revelation. Mantello has rediscovered and redefined this great play. Pill is outstanding, more than holding her own with two of the greatest actors of our time, with Jackson and Metcalf surpassing themselves. These three actors, so very different than each other and yet so completely attuned to each other, so clearly identifiable as young woman, middle aged woman and old woman, are magical together.

And one can easily forget what a brilliantly funny play this is. My only slight critique is that I would have appreciated a bit more holding for laughs, as I missed more than a few post-guffaw lines.

Also, I'm not quite sure why so many here are praising the act scene change. Perhaps last night it wasn't done as usual, but I feel as I may have missed something to warrant so many raves here. Frankly, the final scenic effect impressed me a great deal more than the act change (not that there was anything faulty).

What is the runtime down to at this point?

Bought tickets for the matinee this past Saturday when ticket sales first open based on play, cast and Joe Mantello. What could go wrong? (Yeah, I know, plenty) Then, started to read all the wonderful things people had written once previews began and my first thought was oh, god such superlatives, I am bound to be disappointed. Thankfully, absolutely not the case. This was incredible. Not a hair out of place. I stand behind RippedMan who said "subtle, smart and funny." Everything that needs to be said about Jackson and Metcalf has been said. Pill, a bit weaker, but still earned her place. Scenic design stunning. If you haven't gathered so by now, go see this. P.S. I do my theater on a budget - I sat in very last row, rear mezz, seat H102 exact center - there is no seat in front of you just the stairs so there is plenty of leg room and you don't feel cramped. Know that the performances, in all their subtlety, carried to the (literal) back of the house. Distance for me, for this show, not an issue. I saw "Doll's House 2" from this exact seat and it worked the same charm.

Do you know where the rush seats are located?

ashdiahen said: "Do you know where the rush seats are located?"

I was given Row N centre orch for rush last Saturday matinee - I was the first to buy for the matinee and only bought a single - the people behind me were given partial view.

Is there a possibility of this show running once Jackson and Metcalf leave?
a stunt suggestion that I think might work like a charm: Rosemary Harris and Jennifer Ehle as replacements.