What should my last show choice be?

I hope to be in NYC in December, and plan to see 7 shows to make the most of my time!

I have so far chosen...
Curtains
Little Mermaid
Pirate Queen (if it stays open)
Young Frankenstein
Spring Awakening
Tarzan (its the only disney musical i havent seen, except Aida, an di know it gets awful reveiws from people but the video preview does look good)

so I have space for one more show (2 if Pirate Queen closes or im really put off tarzan)

Im thinking of
Rent (never seen it on stage, but is it in good shape with a good cast?)

A Chorus Line (ive always hated this but ive only ever seen the film, so wondering should I see it on stage to change my mind)

Company (if it lasts) im not keen on the look of the staging but keen to see more Sondheim after seeing Sunday in Park in London

Legally Blonde - have to say this leaves me cold, unless some video previews change my mind.

Grey Gardens - know nothing about this at all.

The Colour Purple - cant say it excites me.

Alter Boyz - any good?

Otherwise I think everything else ive seen in the uk or we are getting at some stage.

I would say wait and see what's still playihg in the fall. There may be some new shows coming in that haven't been announced yet, and some of the shows on your list may not be around in December. You've got a great list already, keep the other one (or two) spots open for the unexpected.

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I agree with D2. Leave a couple of open slots. You never know what may sneak in and receive raves.

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My advice, besides what others are saying about leaving those slots open and see what's playing, are to, first of all, get the movie, Grey Gardens. It's fascinating, and it will help you decide. I'm going to be there in May and wouldn't miss it, but I've seen the movie and know the story behind it.

A Chorus Line should be seen, because it's a horrible movie. Personally, I didn't care for Rent.

My other piece of advice is to see what's playing off-Broadway and off off Bway. Get a copy of Time Out New York that week and see what's playing in the storefront theatres, etc. You may be surprised what you can see.

If you are at all inclined, I'd really recommend going to the Metropolitan Opera, if for no other reason than to have a total opera experience in one of the world's greatest theatres. It's an extraordinary experience. I am seeing two operas in May.

While in NYC, go to the Museum of the City of New York. There's a permanent theatre exhibit on the third floor that is marvelous. While parts of it change, it's a lovely tribute to the theatre. They have Mary Martin's costumes from The Sound of Music and South Pacific, Yul Brynner's from The King and I, and a tray given to Gershwin on the opening night of Porgy and Bess with the signatures of the Theatre Guild inlaid. It's a great place to visit. 103rd and 5th Avenue in Spanish Harlem.

Good luck with your choices.

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Updated On: 3/15/07 at 09:55 AM

GREY GARDENS

I would say Grey Gardens as well. Ebersole's performance is going to be talked about for many years to come. Not all go wild for the show but the votes for Ebersole are unanimous. I loved everything about this show. I really hope it's still open come December!

I'd definitely kick TARZAN out and maybe replace it with LEGALLY BLONDE. It's out of town try out went incredibly well and the buzz has been great ever since. But if you don't like fluff your not gonna be a big fan.

Just re-read your post and honestly you couldn't go wrong with COMPANY or ALTAR BOYZ either. ALTAR BOYZ is a hilarious show with awesome singing/dancing and usually fantastic casting. Such great shows out there! What an exciting time for theatre!

A Chorus Line
Grey Gardens
Rent(any cast is good)
and go to see Tarzan, don't get so influenced by reviewers.

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Thanks for all of this, its really useeful, although now im thinking i need longer in NYC!!

Also thanks for the tip about the theatre exhibit, ive been to NYC several times but never seen a show

Would you consider some other shows you haven't listed, such as Avenue Q, Drowsy Chaperone, Hairspray, Jersey Boys, Les Mis (if it's still open), Spamalot, Phantom, Wicked, or Spelling Bee?

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Never EVER judge ACL off that terrible thing they called a movie. I'd see it to just get out of the idea that the attrosity is actually is the show.

Rent... eh, I've always liked the show very much, but I've been iffy on the cast for over 5 years.

You seem to be seeing pretty much newish, popular (mostly light) shows. From what you seem to like, I'd say Altar Boyz (hilarious, and inexpensive).

If you want to see something different from the things your already going to, see Company or Grey Gardens. It'll always be worth it to see Christine Ebersole, and the fact that you want to see more Sondheim means Company of course.

I’d take Tarzan off your list, and see ACL and Altar Boyz. If Pirate Queen closes, you could possibly see Company.

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The Color Purple is a gorgeous show.
Spelling Bee is a riot.

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Updated On: 5/9/07 at 01:20 PM