"The History Boys" last night...
#0"The History Boys" last night...
Posted: 9/29/06 at 4:33pm
So last night, out of curiosity, I went to see "The History Boys." I just felt like I would miss out on something if I didn't see it. After seeing it, I must say that while I don't think I would've missed out on anything, it was certainly one of the more thoughtful and intelluctual plays on Broadway in recent years.
All of the actors did a fine job in their roles, with Francis de la Tour stealing the show. I just loved her deadpan and droll manner of speaking. Richard Griffiths also delivered a truly heartfelt performance as Hector. The boys were really good as well, particularly Samuel Barnett as Posner. He just stuck out to me for some unknown reason.
The play itself I felt was a little on the slow side. However, I felt it was worth seeing. I didn't love it, as so many people on this board do, but it was definately woth seeing. I am glad that there was a play on Broadway that didn't underestimate it's audience, and actually made me think. If only more shows were like that...
*** out of ****
"I'm not in Bambi and I'm not blonde!" - Idina Menzel
#1re: 'The History Boys' last night...
Posted: 9/29/06 at 5:48pmMy best friend and I saw it in June and loved it. It sparked some good conversation afterwards. I liked it so much, I bought the T-Shirt!
#2re: 'The History Boys' last night...
Posted: 9/29/06 at 9:28pm
Definatly made me think. I loved it because of that.
It's a month later and I still think about a bit of it.
#3re: 'The History Boys' last night...
Posted: 9/30/06 at 12:12am
I faint just thinking about the BOYS. I think I'd pass out seeing them all live again. Brilliant show. STUNNING BOYS. I want to marry them all.
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-Kad
"I have also met him in person, and I find him to be quite funny actually. Arrogant and often misinformed, but still funny."
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#4re: 'The History Boys' last night...
Posted: 9/30/06 at 2:04amWell, it made us think about the approch to teaching.
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