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Oh I forgot to mention - yesterday: Curtis and Patti were both out. Curtis' understudy was pretty good though. Although he slipped during "Whenever You're Away from Me." No one missed a beat though, so props to them.

And it sounds like Mary's cabaret is quite awesome.

Did everyone see Rosie's pics on Broadway.com showing her at Xanadu? Wondering if she's going to consider joining the cast at some point in the future?

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Hi Du Crew!!!

I am going to take my mom to see Xanadu for her 60th (we've both seen it twice already but this time we will be on stage....yea!!)

Anyway, I was wondering if the Du Crew has any shirts or hats or anything that says the "Du Crew" on it. I would love to get this for her for her birthday. Can you let me know? Thanks so much!!

Kate, I was there yesterday. You probably saw me (see signature below.) Also I think I was standing next to you at the stage door for a little bit. You were the one who said you just wanted to give Kerry a cheesburger, right? :P Anyway, I think you're right about Whoopi. She wasn't very confident with her steps, and sometimes during the songs she'd be singing when only the lead would be and she'd slowly drop out. I think she did fine for learning the show in nine days. But, you're right. It's different without Jackie.

I'm probably going to be shot at dawn for posting these opinions, but I saw Xanadu yesterday afternoon and must say up front that Whoopi, a performer whom I have admired for years, just didn't do it for me in this particular show. First of all, it struck me how much more of the weight of the show Mary must carry -- I guess because every word that Jackie says garners a laugh the role seems larger than it actually is. Whoopi is no longer using cue cards and seems to have the role down. But except for a few faces and a few bits that have been put in it for her, she wasn't what I'd call a laugh riot. For example, when Kira is talking about going into disguise at the beginning, when Jackie says "You've got 'em fooled now," the line gets a laugh. Not so with Whoopi. Her performance was thoroughly professional, but I just missed Jackie and came to realize whad a totally integrated show this really is -- everyone seems to jibe perfectly. Having said that at risk of my life ---

Whoopi was totally gracious at the stage door (and there was a mob there) -- she stopped for everyone, signed autographs, posed for pictures, etc., etc. Couldn't have been nicer. Don't get me wrong -- she has always been a phenomenal supporter of this show and for that alone I adore her.

The others were, as usual, great. Curtis was really camping up a storm -- he's a real riot and his tap got an ovation, as did his curtain call. There's no doubt in my mind that he merits a good show of his own now -- he's ready!!!!! A few bits have been modified -- for example, Cheyenne and Kerry crossing and uncrossing their legs when the arrow is shot has been changed to having Whoopi in Cheyenne's face and changing the line about Whoopi's character saying "I'm not wearing a bra."

BTW, the audience ate it up. And the overall experience still remains the most fun on Broadway.

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I finally got to see Whoopi last night. She added something new & different, with several line changes which were a lot of fun. She doesn't try to steal the show, which is good. I did miss Jackie Hoffman though. She always steals the show without trying.

I also loved Whoopi's interaction with good friend Mary Testa (who always has me ROFL.) After 'chewing the scenery' she kissed a guy on stage (for a very long time) & then pretended she was chewing gum as she came up behind Mary. Then Mary said her line "No chewing!" Very cute.

Marty Thomas is on for Andre Ward all week & did a great job in his roles. And Jacob Ben Widmar filled in for Marty as featured skater & was perfect. Curtis camped it up (with a Spanish accent this time) as the Muse of Comedy. Kenita gets better & better all the time.... just fantastic. Patti's crocadile tears as Achiles' mom are always a riot. And of course Kerry & Cheyenne are always perfection, even though Cheyenne missed a cue during "Suddenly" and looked at the band, laughed & picked right up again. Those are the kind of outtakes we love

Edit: I inadvertantly forgot mention the wonderful Tony Roberts who has not missed a single performance (that I've been to anyway.) And this was my silver 25th time.

Huzzah sisters of inspiration.

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Updated On: 8/14/08 at 07:26 PM

Good to see you made it through Boys Night in one piece, Jeffrey I'm sure the audience was amazing!

Seeing the show tomorrow night from the stage, and will probably see Patti go on next week! I love when she plays Kira (though I would love to see her against Curtis again).

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Thanks Taboo... I didn't drink as much as last time when we went - lol. Have fun tonight.
The only cast member who came to the bar this time was Jacob Ben Widmar who was really nice. There should be some pics posted on the web here soon... https://themenevent.com/party.htm
In the meantime you can still see prior events pics

BNN, yes the thong that disappeared, but we know where it went - hehe.

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Updated On: 8/15/08 at 04:24 AM

Wasn't that a great plug in Liz Smith's column!! Needless to say, I agree to everything she had to say. HUZZAH!!!!!!

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Bump!

I think (hope) not.

Good luck... I hope you get tix
https://forum.broadwayworld.com/readmessage.cfm?thread=973828#3658421

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Wow, this thread seems to have come to a screeching halt