Was anyone just at the SCOTTSBORO BOYS? — Page 2

I saw the show not knowing about the 'reveal' at the end. And, it absolutely took my breath away. My hand literally flew to my heart and tears formed in my eyes.

I'm trying to keep it 'spoiler free' for friends who are seeing it this week...

I was there yesterday. Magnificent.

Sadly, during the matinee, there were too many seats empty. The theatre was far more filled than it had been, but, I was sitting in Center Orchestra Row E - and the 4 seats next to me were empty. As were a few in front of me. I was able to purchase this incredible seat a few days earlier...

I haven't yet heard that anyone who has tried to purchase a ticket for this final week hasn't been able to. I left the show yesterday and bought a ticket for the Final show next Sunday. I'm in the middle of the front (Row B) of the mezzanine. It made me sad that such good seats are still available. (Yet, delighted that I could purchase one!)

I can't stop thinking about this show. And am looking forward to seeing it again, so I can pay attention to some of the nuances that I missed the first time... though, I'm not sure the final emotional performance will be the place to see details. I may just have to sit back and let it wash over me as I try to capture every moment in my mind.

The performances are each exquisite. I've not seen such a collection of talent in... ages.

PLEASE, if you are reading this, and are in the area and can somehow purchase a ticket this week/weekend, give yourself that gift.

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Their advance through the holidays and into the New Year must have been very poor.

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Too little, too late.

Thank you Scottsboro Boys.

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As DramaMama611 posts, 'Too little, too late.'

If the audiences had been this enthusiastic throughout much of its run, and it had actually translated into full-price ticket sales, 'Scottsboro Boys' might've had a chance. But it seems much of this belated reaction comes since the closing notice was posted, and it's getting repeat fans and musical johnny-come-latelies; even last week, the average ticket price was only $50.

Its problem was always a basic one: It's a serious musical about what some folks perceive to be a depressing topic: blacks being railroaded by the justice system. Plus, it had no 'stars,' and wasn't based on any movie, etc. I can only imagine it was a tough sell to group sales, let alone tourists (who make up over 60% of Broadway audiences). At least, it'll go out with a bang.

Don't get me wrong... I absolutely LOVED seeing John Cullum and let's face it, the man is a legend.

But, I wonder if they had found a "household name" actor of a certain age who could have pulled off the part, would the show have had a healthier run?

I can't imagine that the cakewalk would have had anywhere near the thrill it did when John commanded that stage (or at least attempted to), but, would that have led to a longer run?

They had a pretty significant drop off during Thanksgiving week. Even with the "boost" of the closing notice going up last week they still played to 77% capacity with an average paid ticket price of $50, still failing to break even the 300 grand mark with their grosses. While it would have been nice to see them try to push to January 2 with everything else the powers that be clearly saw that it would have just been a losing proposition.

The producers are also only required to give one week's notice for closing, so be happy that they at least decided to give audiences an extra week to see it.

This is such a shame. Like a lot of people, I was planning a trip to NYC from California just to catch this show and a couple of others. I would even have speeded up my trip to catch it before 1/2, but with such a short notice, I couldn't swing it. I would still swing it if it extended just a couple more weeks, but I am afraid these will be the performances that got away. I have the album, and I am really hopeful for regional productions, but it kills me that I couldn't see this cast.

It really is quite a shame that this show is closing so soon. The producers did what they could. The only "move" I can see is to bring the show back to off-Broadway until Tony time (allowing more time for Tony voters to catch the show off-Broadway).

I saw the show with 3 other Tony voters. Each of them LOVED it.

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According to ATC, Sondheim went the other night and stood and cheered. Probably his affection for both Kander and Ebb warranted the standing O, but I wouldn't be surprised if he really liked it too.

I was there last night. I knew very little about the show and absolutely nothing about the reveal at the end - it absolutely took my breath away. Very moving. The performance was completely sold out. Glad to hear Tony voters are getting in. This show deserves as much recognition as possible.

The talkback afterwards was nice, though I wish we could have had more time for it. Susan Stroman and John Kander were in the house.

How do you guys know you were sitting next to tony voters? Do you just know them personally? Or do they make themselves known somehow?

thx.