The Boy From Oz

I was there yesterday, too. It was one of those shows I've avoided because I never had much awareness or interest in Peter Allen or his music.

It was worth going, if only to see Hugh Jackman's performance. I can't say I loved the show, but I was certainly impressed by Jackman. I've never seen anyone expend that much energy onstage. He's entertaining, quite appealing and has a great stage presence. And I say that as someone who was inclined to actively dislike the guy in the past for no particular reason.

The crowd was also part of the spectacle yesterday, too, at least where I was sitting. (Rear mezzanine.) It appears that Hugh has a mighty big following among middle-aged women, more than a few of whom checked any sense of dignity they might otherwise possess at the door. The crowd went wild every blessed time Hugh changed shirts on stage...lets not even *talk* about when he changed his trousers.. Good lord. There were two women a few rows in front of me who gave him a standing O after EVERY song. I mean, c'mon, ladies. I was torn between being amused and being embarassed because I fall within that demographic.

At any rate, just give the guy his Tony now. IMO, he's earned it.

And welcome, Murph. Where were you sitting?

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If I remember right, it's boxers.

-Plum, who's looking forward to seeing him in a loincloth in that silly vampire movie

OK the night I went the White Tux wouldnt go on & Hugh threatened to perform the song nude, but alas it was not meant to be

I only saw it because of Hugh, I am not at all a Peter Allen fan.

Not a bad day in the office for Hugh

First, the news of VAN HELSING being a big summer hit - and now, a nomination for the TONY!

Do you think he will sweep all the awards for Best Actor in a Musical, including Distinguished Performer award from Drama League?

I've not seen The Boy from Oz on Broadway. I keep reading about Hugh changing shirts, and now trousers on stage. Would someone explain to me, is he playing Peter Allen as he does this? Does he break out of character? There was none of this in the Australian production.

P.S. He must wear boxers for the stage, briefs are the more popular choice of underwear for Australian males.

From the clips, I've seen ~ he's pretty amazing. That energy and committment, wow. Seems like a nice guy, too.

You may be right, Jo... he may be addressing the people as Peter, but I think those he's talking to are seeing him as Hugh, forgetting that he's supposed to be someone else up there.

Piglet- Dare I ask where you touched him?

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Hummm. Is that the reason why the seats that were purchased where purchased? The view??

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And what's wrong with middle aged women drooling over Hugh? I could think of worse things. It must have got around that he interacted with the audience. I was in the first row the first time I saw Boy from Oz. He interacted with me. He asked me if I wanted more. I said "Yes". The man is gorgeous. When I tried for tixs with other friends for future months, this was December, the first 10 rows of orchestra were sold out through the end of his run. I got 11th row orchestra for Memorial Day weekend. So there is something to say for Hugh's charisma. Remember, Ilifloat, you will be that age some day also. Beth Fowler and Isabel Keating are also very good. I saw Van Helsing just because Hugh was in it. Like Oz, it is not the best.

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Phantom2....just on the cheek...I would never do anything else.

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