The Official Tony Nominations Thread — Page 8
#177
Posted: 5/15/07 at 10:12am
Well, also, HeyMrMusic, Bob Stillman's character is a great pre-cursor to the relationship the girls have with Jerry.
(I'm a big fan of Act 1).
(I'm a big fan of Act 1).
#178
Posted: 5/15/07 at 10:13am
I wanted Bob Stillman to get a nomination, but I knew there was no chance in hell that would happen.
#179
Posted: 5/15/07 at 10:14am
I think Curtains deserved a Scenic Design Nomination...
#180
Posted: 5/15/07 at 10:15am
Damn. Mary Poppins is nominated. Oh ****. I'm quite surprised that Ms. d’Amboise got a nomination. Good for Laura!
#181
Posted: 5/15/07 at 10:15am
Is it possible that Chenoweth will still perform a song from The Apple Tree, even though the show is closed? Or does that not happen?
#182
Posted: 5/15/07 at 10:16am
What the hell is everyon'e problem with Jon Groff getting the Leading Actor nomination? When I saw him, I thought he deserved it, he was the best actor on that stage. I don't think that is worthy of a wtf comment.
And looking at how the Tony's really work I think SA has it in the bag. They have recently announced their tour for 2008, so they will probably win the Tony. Why is it that every year people expect it to be about art when yaer after year we see that it isn't...
And looking at how the Tony's really work I think SA has it in the bag. They have recently announced their tour for 2008, so they will probably win the Tony. Why is it that every year people expect it to be about art when yaer after year we see that it isn't...
#183
Posted: 5/15/07 at 10:17am
I think that if you're closed, you have to use a pre-recorded version, but I'm not sure.
#184
Posted: 5/15/07 at 10:17am
If she were nominated, I could see them asking her to perform. But alas, no...
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#185
Posted: 5/15/07 at 10:17am
I realize that its basically the original but I would have loved to see les miz nominated for something. I'm also a little disappointed Legally blonde won't be performing. Looking forward to Spring Awakening and Curtains though! I'll probably change the channel when Mary Poppins comes on, especially if it's supercalifragicrap
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#186
Posted: 5/15/07 at 10:18am
THE APPLE TREE was nominated for best revival...so I guess it's possible. However, she didn't get a nomination for lead actress. If she had, it would have been more of an incentive for her to perform.
SIDE SHOW's leading ladies gave a performance at the Tony's even after their show had closed, so there is hope we will see Kristin's "Gorgeous" at the Tony's.
...and MARY POPPINS should perform "Step in Time" to highlight Gavin Lee (since he was nominated and Brown wasn't).
SIDE SHOW's leading ladies gave a performance at the Tony's even after their show had closed, so there is hope we will see Kristin's "Gorgeous" at the Tony's.
...and MARY POPPINS should perform "Step in Time" to highlight Gavin Lee (since he was nominated and Brown wasn't).
Updated On: 5/15/07 at 10:18 AM
#187
Posted: 5/15/07 at 10:19am
"They have recently announced their tour for 2008, so they will probably win the Tony. "
Even if they hadn't announced a tour, they will still win.
Even if they hadn't announced a tour, they will still win.
#188
Posted: 5/15/07 at 10:20am
Overall, I'd also say that i'm pleased. Congrats to Spring Awakening, Company and 110 on your nominations!
Here are some random thoughts....
McMartin's snub doesn't surprise me as he did very little in that show. The only person in the show who deserved recognition in my opinion, was Mary Louise Wilson and i'm happy for her.
I'm thinking and hoping that it will be a big night for Spring Awakening. GG is not commercial enough nor was it reviewed well enough to take the big prize, so i'd guess it's a contest between Poppins and SA. Let's hope they vote on the best reviewed show of the season.
The race to best revival between Company and 110 should be interesting.
I think John Gallagher has it in the bag.
I'm hoping Raul still has enough momentum behind his performance to carry him to the podium.
I'm still hoping and praying for a well-deserved Audra upset.
All for now....
Here are some random thoughts....
McMartin's snub doesn't surprise me as he did very little in that show. The only person in the show who deserved recognition in my opinion, was Mary Louise Wilson and i'm happy for her.
I'm thinking and hoping that it will be a big night for Spring Awakening. GG is not commercial enough nor was it reviewed well enough to take the big prize, so i'd guess it's a contest between Poppins and SA. Let's hope they vote on the best reviewed show of the season.
The race to best revival between Company and 110 should be interesting.
I think John Gallagher has it in the bag.
I'm hoping Raul still has enough momentum behind his performance to carry him to the podium.
I'm still hoping and praying for a well-deserved Audra upset.
All for now....
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#189
Posted: 5/15/07 at 10:23am
"Is it possible that Chenoweth will still perform a song from The Apple Tree, even though the show is closed? Or does that not happen?"
It's certainly possible, given the nom for Best Revival (each of which usually performs), but there's nothing making her, and with the tony snub...well...there may have been a medley presentation put together before they closed.
It's certainly possible, given the nom for Best Revival (each of which usually performs), but there's nothing making her, and with the tony snub...well...there may have been a medley presentation put together before they closed.
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#190
Posted: 5/15/07 at 10:23am
Pirate Queen's producers should do what David Merrick would have done. Find some guy named Tony and have him nominate the show for all sorts of things...
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#191
Posted: 5/15/07 at 10:24am
I totally missed Company orchestrations getting snubbed, which at first bothered me, but upon thinking about the other nominees and the quality of theirs, I think I understand.
Plus, I think if it does signify an end to the actor/musician it will probably be for the better. I still think that the orchestrations for Sweeney were way more challenging and engaging. Company can be quite a drag with a few things slowed down, downsized, and ultimately dulled. The concept and acting are top notch, but the music is such a driving factor and without that to impress, the snub doesn't bother me too much.
Plus, I think if it does signify an end to the actor/musician it will probably be for the better. I still think that the orchestrations for Sweeney were way more challenging and engaging. Company can be quite a drag with a few things slowed down, downsized, and ultimately dulled. The concept and acting are top notch, but the music is such a driving factor and without that to impress, the snub doesn't bother me too much.
#192
Posted: 5/15/07 at 10:25am
Jon Groff was QUITE pitchy the night I saw SA.
Flat anyone???
And the spitting was REEEEdickulous.
Boy couldn't play "straight" if his life depended on it.
Flat anyone???
And the spitting was REEEEdickulous.
Boy couldn't play "straight" if his life depended on it.
#193
Posted: 5/15/07 at 10:28am
'It's certainly possible, given the nom for Best Revival (each of which usually performs), but there's nothing making her, and with the tony snub...well...there may have been a medley presentation put together before they closed.'
or they can just put one together from the the reels they shot for the Lincoln Center Archives...
or they can just put one together from the the reels they shot for the Lincoln Center Archives...
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#194
Posted: 5/15/07 at 10:28am
ACL for best revival...? REALLY?!?
Wow.
Wow.
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#195
Posted: 5/15/07 at 10:33am
I HIGHLY doubt Apple Tree will be performed on Tony night... it's already closed and Chenoweth was snubbed. I doubt she will even show up let alone perform!
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#196
Posted: 5/15/07 at 10:38am
I don't know why everyone is so mad about Debra Monk. I think she's absolutely boring in Curtains. Granted, it's a pretty boring role, but how difficult is it to play the tough broad who's always spitting out sarcastic one-liners? I was disappointed with Peter Stone's book. I don't think it's Tony-worthy. Good for Karen Ziemba, though - she works her ass off.
#197
Posted: 5/15/07 at 10:44am
I'm surprised by the minimal love for Company -- I would have expected more nominations and this may hurt Raul's momentum. The bipolar MP/LB nominations make no sense. What about Michael Sheen? And it is a huge snub for Kristin. If her new series were on CBS, I might think she'd still go, but if were her, I'd skip the ceremony.
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#198
Posted: 5/15/07 at 10:45am
I definitely predicted MARY POPPINS for Best Musical and Charlotte D'Amboise for Best Featured Actress.
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#199
Posted: 5/15/07 at 10:47am
The only surprise for me was Chenoweth's snub. Everything else seemed pretty much on par. Knowing how Chenoweth loves to sing on camera at every given opportunity, I don't see why she wouldn't perform at the Tonys if asked. That, and she knows it would be good PR for her.
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#200
Posted: 5/15/07 at 10:49am
Well, at least Kristin's new TV show was picked up ...
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