#1
Posted: 7/27/07 at 1:23am
Well I for one really enjoyed this new take on an old war horse of a show. It is not at all the caricature, or cartoonish version that it easily could have been and thus been assured a long run. I say Kudo's to Ms. Marshall and company for bringing to the stage a completly refreshing take.
Of course the entire audience could not control itself when the lights went down and the music director Kim let her baton fly for those first few notes. We were already putty in this groups hands. Then, the lighting changed and there in stark golden sillouette of a full moon were our two dearest broadway stars locked in an embrace. I thought the crowd was just going to never stop applauding so that we could hear the dialogue. Actually I missed most of it. And then Boom. Everything changes and those resounding musical notes of GREASE rang though the air and this party was on fire. The audience was cheering and clapping and then when the lights came up on the lockers and each of the T-birds came out a chorus of applause. and then the pink ladies, well all was well in Greaseland. I new then that this show was going to be every bit as entertaining as I had hoped. I could carry on here about all the special moments I enjoyed, but I would begin to sound redundant. This show will run a very long time, It is critic proof, and all GREASE, Max and Laura fans alike are sure to have a great time.
Are there still things to fix? For sure, but this is previews people. let them work. Cant wait to go back in September to see how they improve the show. I also don't really like the smoking, herbal or not it just smells.... but, that's personal preference.
If I were directing which of course I am not. What would I do differently. Remember there is so much to love and enjoy so I am being picky. here.
Rizzo Lighten up, your still in high school, I think she could find some more humor in the situations
Max relax, we love you!, remember your "It takes two playfulness". You have the swagger and charm.
Laura ditch the wig at the end, don't over do the strong girl thing during YTOTIW. Enjoy the chase more... Your the one that HE wants!
Act II opening dialogue, very real delivery ..... but pacing please pick it up and get to the dancing.
Well, I have probably exhausted your patience so I will stop cause I loved it so and I know that they will fix these things.
It is a wonderful show worth the money I would have gone again If I had tickets. And the crowd loved it standing O before the curtain closed I wish the cast would have come back and sang another song.
Cab fare from La Guardia $45
Tickets to the show $250
The look in Max and Laura's eyes as they walked out to a standing O at curtain call..........Priceless
God love'em and keep them in his care through the run of this show. They are going to need all of our prayers and encouragement for strength and support.
later.....
Of course the entire audience could not control itself when the lights went down and the music director Kim let her baton fly for those first few notes. We were already putty in this groups hands. Then, the lighting changed and there in stark golden sillouette of a full moon were our two dearest broadway stars locked in an embrace. I thought the crowd was just going to never stop applauding so that we could hear the dialogue. Actually I missed most of it. And then Boom. Everything changes and those resounding musical notes of GREASE rang though the air and this party was on fire. The audience was cheering and clapping and then when the lights came up on the lockers and each of the T-birds came out a chorus of applause. and then the pink ladies, well all was well in Greaseland. I new then that this show was going to be every bit as entertaining as I had hoped. I could carry on here about all the special moments I enjoyed, but I would begin to sound redundant. This show will run a very long time, It is critic proof, and all GREASE, Max and Laura fans alike are sure to have a great time.
Are there still things to fix? For sure, but this is previews people. let them work. Cant wait to go back in September to see how they improve the show. I also don't really like the smoking, herbal or not it just smells.... but, that's personal preference.
If I were directing which of course I am not. What would I do differently. Remember there is so much to love and enjoy so I am being picky. here.
Rizzo Lighten up, your still in high school, I think she could find some more humor in the situations
Max relax, we love you!, remember your "It takes two playfulness". You have the swagger and charm.
Laura ditch the wig at the end, don't over do the strong girl thing during YTOTIW. Enjoy the chase more... Your the one that HE wants!
Act II opening dialogue, very real delivery ..... but pacing please pick it up and get to the dancing.
Well, I have probably exhausted your patience so I will stop cause I loved it so and I know that they will fix these things.
It is a wonderful show worth the money I would have gone again If I had tickets. And the crowd loved it standing O before the curtain closed I wish the cast would have come back and sang another song.
Cab fare from La Guardia $45
Tickets to the show $250
The look in Max and Laura's eyes as they walked out to a standing O at curtain call..........Priceless
God love'em and keep them in his care through the run of this show. They are going to need all of our prayers and encouragement for strength and support.
later.....
