The Novello finally has a hit ahead (fingers crossed!) — Page 2

as in politics, the public need to connect with a show, that is why we have so many film to stage theatre events. It is already a known commodity in the public's conscience. A few "star" names and the producers hope to see the box office bubbling along nicely. Given the economic climate the public will scrutinise the product very carefully before parting with their money.

Spring Awakening just failed to capture the public's immagination. It should have extended its run (if that were possible) at the Lyric Hammersmith rather than have gone for a big commercial run. Once again, this is an example of what works in the States doesn't always transfer well over here.

It also didn't help, in my opinion, that SA was a self-indulgently written crap show.

Well we're all entitled to our opinion... please feel free to send me a postcard from the theatre of 1945 :)

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but a theatre doesn't come more traditional than the Novello!
Capacity wise.
Stage wise.
Its a perfect West End house for plays or musicals.

Updated On: 6/6/09 at 02:03 PM

I really liked the Novello. Thought it was a smart theatre and very traditional as you say. Didn't look shabby when i went in. Not like the Phoenix... someone give Gok a call for that beast :p

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