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The Public Theatre's Shakespeare/Park presents INTO THE WOODS -- Discussion
Emi_Jay
Swing Joined: 7/30/12
#600The Public Theatre's Shakespeare/Park presents INTO THE WOODS -- Discussion
Posted: 7/30/12 at 9:10am
I waited my 7 1/2 hours and got an amazing seat in the dead center, right where the seats rise up. And though it wasn't the cleanest, I was surprised by many of the new elements and had a great time. (I was just so happy to see Donna Murphy!)
I agree with what most people are saying on the opening, it was a little crazy and I had to try and figure out who was singing what, but the extra choreography was actually kind of nice.
The baker/baker's wife had a cute connection, but I didn't think Denis O'Hare was the best he could have been. There were many times I couldn't understand what he was saying. I thought Amy Adams was great though. From what I read, I almost expected it to be not up to par, but she was one of my favorites.
I loved the witch, but the costume in Act 1 was so odd. The dreads just didn't work for me. She did make one line flub, but the way she covered it actually made it a very funny piece. She was a little out of sync in Stay With Me, but she got on track and it was a great performance. There were moments I expected her to belt, but she seemed held back. Everything was made up for when she sang Last Midnight. That was the best of the entire night. She was absolutely perfect and it sounded so eerie. And the transformation was quick!
The set proved to be pretty dangerous though. With the flooring, I saw one of the princes fall as well as the Witch. I almost thought the dress ripped or she got hurt (it was after the transformation) because she almost looked like she was limping, but then she was fine.
The wolf part wasn't offensive, I was just surprised. And pleasantly surprised what they did with the Witch climbing the tower. Added some nice comedy.
And I thought the giant was anamatronic when it first came out!
Overall, I had a great time and really hope I can see it again! The time on line was well worth it!
#601The Public Theatre's Shakespeare/Park presents INTO THE WOODS -- Discussion
Posted: 7/30/12 at 10:32ambroadwayguy - I think the biggest difference in the orchestrations is the doubling. There's normally 2 trumpets, 2 horns, 2 violas, 2 cellos, where this production has one. I think most of that doubling is just for extra color - I've played the horn book and horn 1&2 are essentially identical.
jacobsnchz14
Broadway Legend Joined: 12/13/06
#602The Public Theatre's Shakespeare/Park presents INTO THE WOODS -- Discussion
Posted: 7/30/12 at 1:04pm
https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/FREEZE-FRAME-First-Look-at-Public-Theaters-INTO-THE-WOODS-in-Central-Park-20120730
A matinee performance has been added for August 22nd at 3pm.
It will comprise of only Act One, ala INTO THE WOODS, JR., and is prospected to bring in more family audiences and children.
Updated On: 7/30/12 at 01:04 PM
#603The Public Theatre's Shakespeare/Park presents INTO THE WOODS -- Discussion
Posted: 7/30/12 at 1:07pmI guess the woldf eating Red Riding Hood will be toned down a bit...
#604The Public Theatre's Shakespeare/Park presents INTO THE WOODS -- Discussion
Posted: 7/30/12 at 1:22pmThe other narrator is going on this evening.
dreaming
Broadway Legend Joined: 4/24/09
#605The Public Theatre's Shakespeare/Park presents INTO THE WOODS -- Discussion
Posted: 7/30/12 at 1:23pmAdamgreer-do you mean the understudy? Or have they changed it? (Just trying to clarify.)
Wynbish
Broadway Legend Joined: 4/27/12
#606The Public Theatre's Shakespeare/Park presents INTO THE WOODS -- Discussion
Posted: 7/30/12 at 1:24pmWhat is Cinderella wearing? And who is that behind the Baker's Wife's arm?
#607The Public Theatre's Shakespeare/Park presents INTO THE WOODS -- Discussion
Posted: 7/30/12 at 1:24pmThe understudy. I forget his name. Something Radcliffe.
#608The Public Theatre's Shakespeare/Park presents INTO THE WOODS -- Discussion
Posted: 7/30/12 at 1:27pm
And who is that behind the Baker's Wife's arm?
The harp, played (as you can see) by an actual person in this production.
Wynbish
Broadway Legend Joined: 4/27/12
#609The Public Theatre's Shakespeare/Park presents INTO THE WOODS -- Discussion
Posted: 7/30/12 at 1:27pm
Ooooh gotcha
Who is behind Cinderella's Prince?
Updated On: 7/30/12 at 01:27 PM
#610The Public Theatre's Shakespeare/Park presents INTO THE WOODS -- Discussion
Posted: 7/30/12 at 1:51pm
Who is behind Cinderella's Prince?
Jack's Mother.
#611The Public Theatre's Shakespeare/Park presents INTO THE WOODS -- Discussion
Posted: 7/30/12 at 2:09pmAre Little Red Riding Hood and the Witch just not in that picture, or am I missing them? I hope some more photos are released soon.
Wynbish
Broadway Legend Joined: 4/27/12
#612The Public Theatre's Shakespeare/Park presents INTO THE WOODS -- Discussion
Posted: 7/30/12 at 2:10pm
Little Red is behind her grandma. You can kinda see a fur vest and what looks like short shorts with a wolf tail attached to it. Kids these days.
Updated On: 7/30/12 at 02:10 PM
#613The Public Theatre's Shakespeare/Park presents INTO THE WOODS -- Discussion
Posted: 7/30/12 at 2:12pm^ Ohh. Interesting. Thanks, Wynbish!
Wynbish
Broadway Legend Joined: 4/27/12
#614The Public Theatre's Shakespeare/Park presents INTO THE WOODS -- Discussion
Posted: 7/30/12 at 2:16pmIt looks like the Witch and the stepsisters are not pictured. If the picture is from "Ever After," which it appears to be, they may be offstage waiting to go on for their part in it.
#615The Public Theatre's Shakespeare/Park presents INTO THE WOODS -- Discussion
Posted: 7/30/12 at 2:25pmWait, where is Cinderella? The hipster in the plaid dress?
#616The Public Theatre's Shakespeare/Park presents INTO THE WOODS -- Discussion
Posted: 7/30/12 at 2:29pmCinderella is in the pink headband and blue dress.
broadwayguy2
Broadway Legend Joined: 5/18/03
#617The Public Theatre's Shakespeare/Park presents INTO THE WOODS -- Discussion
Posted: 7/30/12 at 2:52pmThis picture is from "Ever After". The Witch and two blinded Stepsisters are on the third level of the set, which is why you can not see them here.
jacobsnchz14
Broadway Legend Joined: 12/13/06
#618The Public Theatre's Shakespeare/Park presents INTO THE WOODS -- Discussion
Posted: 7/30/12 at 2:53pmAccording to the Playbill the understudy for Jack is Noah Radcliffe.
#619The Public Theatre's Shakespeare/Park presents INTO THE WOODS -- Discussion
Posted: 7/30/12 at 2:57pm
Who are the 3 people behind Jack and Rapunzel? The Stepmother, *Father and....?
Updated On: 7/30/12 at 02:57 PM
Wynbish
Broadway Legend Joined: 4/27/12
#620The Public Theatre's Shakespeare/Park presents INTO THE WOODS -- Discussion
Posted: 7/30/12 at 3:00pm
The guy with the cap is the Steward (Josh Lamon). The guy next to him is Milky White's carrier.
This dude. 
Chip Zien plays Cinderella's father.
Updated On: 7/30/12 at 03:00 PM
Wynbish
Broadway Legend Joined: 4/27/12
#621The Public Theatre's Shakespeare/Park presents INTO THE WOODS -- Discussion
Posted: 7/30/12 at 3:02pm
#622The Public Theatre's Shakespeare/Park presents INTO THE WOODS -- Discussion
Posted: 7/30/12 at 3:03pmThank you for those pictures!!! I kind of like Cinderella's dress.
Wynbish
Broadway Legend Joined: 4/27/12
#623The Public Theatre's Shakespeare/Park presents INTO THE WOODS -- Discussion
Posted: 7/30/12 at 3:07pm... Okay, who is behind Cinderella in the pic of her and her prince?
#624The Public Theatre's Shakespeare/Park presents INTO THE WOODS -- Discussion
Posted: 7/30/12 at 3:08pm
Thanks for the info. Also from that photo it looks as though Rapunzel's Prince is not in the scene at all? Is he behind someone.
I have to say I love the Stepmother's costume.
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