War Paint Thoughts.

[WaffleOnWheels]

Posted: 6/10/17 at 8:50pm

I just had one of what I believe was the most confusing days I've ever had in the theater, at War Paint.

Here are my thoughts, and I'd love to hear some other's thoughts.

The show:

• The Opening was very strong. Through "Back on Top" I had a huge smile on my face.
• After that, it began to weaken. "The Secret Weapon" was long, and put the show to a grinding halt.
• Face to Face blew everyone away.
• Patti Lupone's acting in Act 2 created several laugh out loud show stopping moments, but it wasn't enough to take back some of the long, repetitive scenes that occured.
• Dinosaurs was the weirdest thing I've seen in a while.
• Christine Ebersole nailed Pink. 
• The final scene was powerful, but went on for way too long and ruined the magic.

The cast:

• This was perhaps the best ensemble I've heard on Broadway in a while.
• Patti and Christine lit up the stage whenever they were on it, however, I do not believe this show was able to catch their full potential acting, and singing wise.
• The male principals (John Dosset and Douglas Sills) were really good! Step on out was masterfully sung and acted. 

I honestly don't know what to think about this show, and would love to hear other's experience. 

 

 

[uncageg]

Posted: 6/11/17 at 10:23am

Do a search. There is a discussion thread about the show. You can read many thoughts on it.