#1
Posted: 5/21/11 at 11:24pm
It was excellent.
First, let me preface this by saying that tonight was the first time I saw the musical. I have followed the "metamorphosis" (pun intended) of this show, since its early planning stages. While it would be true, that I went in the show (like many) expecting a train wreck, I couldn't help but think the show was actually really well done.
The plot pretty much followed the beloved Spider-Man story, which I was happy about. I thought the addition of Arachne was well executed. The "weaving" scene was visually stunning, and I enjoyed having a real "anchor" for being chosen. Carpio was excellent, which I think helped. I couldn't imagine having Arachne being a major focus on the show, and am thankful that the creative team refocused the show.
The music was good. Some songs were fantastic, while some were just simply "good." I do not think there was ANY "bad" song, while there were moments the score might have simply been "filler" there were some breathtaking moments.
The flying was awesome. I have been lucky to have seen numerous Cirque du Soleil productions in Vegas, and can say that it is simply apples and oranges. The fights over the audience, and the ariel work in general, could not have been any better. There was one incident where one of the Spider Men just missed the completion of the stunt, and swung back...but he quickly was pulled in by a stagehand as his momentum shifted.
Another funny moment from the night, was when Peter and MJ were talking about stoping an apocalypse, and the entire audience started hysterically laughing and clapping, obviously in reference to the doomsday theories of today.
In the end, I was proud to give this show a standing ovation. I had a great time. I'm happy to answer any questions, if anyone wants to hear plot updates, ect.
First, let me preface this by saying that tonight was the first time I saw the musical. I have followed the "metamorphosis" (pun intended) of this show, since its early planning stages. While it would be true, that I went in the show (like many) expecting a train wreck, I couldn't help but think the show was actually really well done.
The plot pretty much followed the beloved Spider-Man story, which I was happy about. I thought the addition of Arachne was well executed. The "weaving" scene was visually stunning, and I enjoyed having a real "anchor" for being chosen. Carpio was excellent, which I think helped. I couldn't imagine having Arachne being a major focus on the show, and am thankful that the creative team refocused the show.
The music was good. Some songs were fantastic, while some were just simply "good." I do not think there was ANY "bad" song, while there were moments the score might have simply been "filler" there were some breathtaking moments.
The flying was awesome. I have been lucky to have seen numerous Cirque du Soleil productions in Vegas, and can say that it is simply apples and oranges. The fights over the audience, and the ariel work in general, could not have been any better. There was one incident where one of the Spider Men just missed the completion of the stunt, and swung back...but he quickly was pulled in by a stagehand as his momentum shifted.
Another funny moment from the night, was when Peter and MJ were talking about stoping an apocalypse, and the entire audience started hysterically laughing and clapping, obviously in reference to the doomsday theories of today.
In the end, I was proud to give this show a standing ovation. I had a great time. I'm happy to answer any questions, if anyone wants to hear plot updates, ect.
