#26
Posted: 5/28/10 at 2:11pm
We'll cross that road when we come to it.
Tonys to open with "Pop Songs You Might Not Know Are on Broadway." — Page 2
#27
Posted: 5/28/10 at 2:23pm
As a radio programmer I get exactly what they are doing, trying to transition a large TV audience into our "Broadway world." It makes perfect programming sense to me - you always start with your most familiar material.
And after all despite the naysayers last year's opening medley really got the telecast off to an explosive start.
And after all despite the naysayers last year's opening medley really got the telecast off to an explosive start.
Cast albums are NOT "soundtracks."
Live theatre does not use a "soundtrack." If it did, it wouldn't be live theatre!
I host a weekly one-hour radio program featuring cast album selections as well as songs by cabaret, jazz and theatre artists. The program, FRONT ROW CENTRE is heard Sundays 9 to 10 am and also Saturdays from 8 to 9 am (eastern times) on www.proudfm.com
#28
Posted: 5/28/10 at 3:35pm
Yes, but when they realize what they're actually watching they'll tune out. It always happens. It's sad but true. I've stopped watching the Tonys, and any other awards show for that matter years ago.
#29
Posted: 5/28/10 at 7:31pm
I don't think they "realize" what they are watching, it is just that unless the viewer is a) a theatre fan or b) planning on visiting New York the nominees and winners don't hold much interest. The musical numbers do to a point but for a non fan unaware of what is on Broadway now scenes/songs from MEMPHIS, AMERICAN IDIOT et al. will not hold any "must see" appeal.
As a theatre fan, however, don't you want to know who wins (whether you agree or not?)
I can understand avoiding awards shows if you don't care about the subject. I rarely watch the Grammys, never watch People's Choice or Golden Globes, and will usually have the Oscars on in the background, but the Tony Awards I actually sit down and watch. The telecast offers more Broadway coverage in one night than we get the rest of the year. And it's fun to see the numbers from the nominated shows. This year I will have actually seen all the nominees!
As a theatre fan, however, don't you want to know who wins (whether you agree or not?)
I can understand avoiding awards shows if you don't care about the subject. I rarely watch the Grammys, never watch People's Choice or Golden Globes, and will usually have the Oscars on in the background, but the Tony Awards I actually sit down and watch. The telecast offers more Broadway coverage in one night than we get the rest of the year. And it's fun to see the numbers from the nominated shows. This year I will have actually seen all the nominees!
Cast albums are NOT "soundtracks."
Live theatre does not use a "soundtrack." If it did, it wouldn't be live theatre!
I host a weekly one-hour radio program featuring cast album selections as well as songs by cabaret, jazz and theatre artists. The program, FRONT ROW CENTRE is heard Sundays 9 to 10 am and also Saturdays from 8 to 9 am (eastern times) on www.proudfm.com
#30
Posted: 5/28/10 at 8:18pm
I think that if they want to draw in the general public the better move here would be to have the cast of Glee perform, not have a pop song medley.
Rant, Wickud, Rant, Wickud, Rant! We're not gonna pay Rant! 'Cause everythink is Wickud!
"Leave Walt Disney Theatricals new sparkling production of The Little Mermaid on Broadway alone!!!"
lakezurich will be played by Paul Groves in the BWW musical
"Leave Walt Disney Theatricals new sparkling production of The Little Mermaid on Broadway alone!!!"
lakezurich will be played by Paul Groves in the BWW musical
#31
Posted: 5/28/10 at 8:38pm
I highly doubt Fox would lend their ratings gold to CBS, if only for a night.
"Broadway...I'll lick you yet!"
#32
Posted: 5/28/10 at 8:39pm
Given that GLEE: Showstoppers is the #1 CD in the nation right now (and the other volumes are all best-sellers) that WOULD be a good idea, but I don't know how possible it would be especially since GLEE is FOX not a CBS show.
Cast albums are NOT "soundtracks."
Live theatre does not use a "soundtrack." If it did, it wouldn't be live theatre!
I host a weekly one-hour radio program featuring cast album selections as well as songs by cabaret, jazz and theatre artists. The program, FRONT ROW CENTRE is heard Sundays 9 to 10 am and also Saturdays from 8 to 9 am (eastern times) on www.proudfm.com
#33
Posted: 5/28/10 at 8:47pm
It was just a hypothetical, I didn't actually think that Fox would put the kids on loan.
Rant, Wickud, Rant, Wickud, Rant! We're not gonna pay Rant! 'Cause everythink is Wickud!
"Leave Walt Disney Theatricals new sparkling production of The Little Mermaid on Broadway alone!!!"
lakezurich will be played by Paul Groves in the BWW musical
"Leave Walt Disney Theatricals new sparkling production of The Little Mermaid on Broadway alone!!!"
lakezurich will be played by Paul Groves in the BWW musical
#34
Posted: 5/29/10 at 11:48am
I just find it funny that whenever the Tonys try something new to make the niche product presented more accessible to the mainstream public, the people here get their panties in a twist. Happens every single year.
#35
Posted: 5/29/10 at 1:19pm
Am I the only one who got excited because Sherie Rene Scott will potentially be asked to perform in this number? Her entire show IS pop songs!
No Steven, you are not!
No Steven, you are not!
#36
Posted: 5/29/10 at 2:00pm
"Yes, but when they realize what they're actually watching they'll tune out. It always happens. It's sad but true. I've stopped watching the Tonys, and any other awards show for that matter years ago."
You are not alone.
You are not alone.
#37
Posted: 5/29/10 at 2:25pm
I think that if they want to draw in the general public the better move here would be to have the cast of Glee perform, not have a pop song medley.
Bite your tongue.
I adored last year's opening but as far as this year goes, these so called "pop" songs will not branch out into younger audiences, which is what the TONYS need.
Bite your tongue.
I adored last year's opening but as far as this year goes, these so called "pop" songs will not branch out into younger audiences, which is what the TONYS need.
Formerly: WishingOnlyWounds2 - Broadway Legend - Joined: 9/25/08
#38
Posted: 5/30/10 at 1:30am
^
Again, I know this is not going to happen, but, as I stated before, Glee would bring in a younger audience. If not for the whole time than just when they were performing. You may not like the show, but, you have to admit it would get the tweens watching.
Again, I know this is not going to happen, but, as I stated before, Glee would bring in a younger audience. If not for the whole time than just when they were performing. You may not like the show, but, you have to admit it would get the tweens watching.
Rant, Wickud, Rant, Wickud, Rant! We're not gonna pay Rant! 'Cause everythink is Wickud!
"Leave Walt Disney Theatricals new sparkling production of The Little Mermaid on Broadway alone!!!"
lakezurich will be played by Paul Groves in the BWW musical
"Leave Walt Disney Theatricals new sparkling production of The Little Mermaid on Broadway alone!!!"
lakezurich will be played by Paul Groves in the BWW musical
#39
Posted: 5/30/10 at 3:15pm
So...now that I've thought about it...wasn't last year's opening a bunch of pop songs really too? I mean let's take a look here...
-Elton John (Not a pop song, but it's him...)
-West Side/Guys & Dolls (Again...not pop songs, but have become widely recognized and covered, especially Tonight)
-Nothin' But a Good Time (Poison)
-Bewitched, Bothered, and Bewildered (Countless Covers)
- 9 to 5 (Dolly)
- But the World Goes 'Round (Liza)
-Let the Sunshine In (Hair)
I mean I guess they could do more...but it was pretty full of pop last year.
I thought that, excluding the technical issues, which were caused by getting new sound technicians...I thought it was a very entertaining number...something similar would be fun. It's just a good way to include everyone, and it's entertaining.
-Elton John (Not a pop song, but it's him...)
-West Side/Guys & Dolls (Again...not pop songs, but have become widely recognized and covered, especially Tonight)
-Nothin' But a Good Time (Poison)
-Bewitched, Bothered, and Bewildered (Countless Covers)
- 9 to 5 (Dolly)
- But the World Goes 'Round (Liza)
-Let the Sunshine In (Hair)
I mean I guess they could do more...but it was pretty full of pop last year.
I thought that, excluding the technical issues, which were caused by getting new sound technicians...I thought it was a very entertaining number...something similar would be fun. It's just a good way to include everyone, and it's entertaining.
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