Who else fell asleep in A Chorus Line?
Who else fell asleep in A Chorus Line?
#1Who else fell asleep in A Chorus Line?
Posted: 5/6/07 at 7:17am
I didn't see the original, but I can honestly say A Chorus Line is the most boring broadway show I have ever seen. In fact it is more boring than Lestat and The Lion King put together. Does it have a decent plot? No. Does it have a decent cast? No. Does it have a decent set? No. I was quite dissapointed with this show as supposedly it is a classic.
Sorry to "bash" the show. It just "wasn't my cup of tea".
I appologize to anyone who actually liked it.
A little known fact is that in the original screenplay, Pan's Labyrinth was Pan's FLAByrinth. Hmmmmmmm...glad they changed it.
Updated On: 5/6/07 at 07:17 AM
Yankeefan007
Broadway Legend Joined: 3/20/04
#2re: Who else fell asleep in A Chorus Line?
Posted: 5/6/07 at 7:25amObviously you're alone in your opinion.
BroadwaySinger2
Leading Actor Joined: 4/12/07
#2re: Who else fell asleep in A Chorus Line?
Posted: 5/6/07 at 7:31am
Personally, I love the show. Just because there aren't huge sets and effects doesn't mean that it's not good. You're supposed to be there for mainly the music and acting, not for the effects.
Updated On: 5/6/07 at 07:31 AM
Yankeefan007
Broadway Legend Joined: 3/20/04
#3re: Who else fell asleep in A Chorus Line?
Posted: 5/6/07 at 7:32am
Just because it's a classic doesn't mean it doesn't deserve to be bashed.
It is that person's opinion, after all.
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Leading Actor Joined: 4/12/07
#4re: Who else fell asleep in A Chorus Line?
Posted: 5/6/07 at 7:36amUpdated On: 5/6/07 at 07:36 AM
#5re: Who else fell asleep in A Chorus Line?
Posted: 5/6/07 at 7:38am
I have to agree with dramarama on this one. It's a slightly better than mediocre score (admit it, people: you know it's true), and the whole evening is style over substance, in a backwards kind of way. I was less than impressed when I saw the original run -- a good part of me kept wondering what it was that gave this thing such a long run, because it sure wasnt the material. The performances were incredible, to be sure, but after a while, the soul searching got a bit much. And I've never liked it that they copped out on the ending.
I wouldnt say it's the most boring musical ever - Lord knows there are plenty of contenders for that crown - but it's definitely one of the most over-hyped.
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#6re: Who else fell asleep in A Chorus Line?
Posted: 5/6/07 at 7:52am
"You're supposed to be there for mainly the music and acting, not for the effects."
Ah, Yes. Because the music and acting are just GREAT aren't they?
A little known fact is that in the original screenplay, Pan's Labyrinth was Pan's FLAByrinth. Hmmmmmmm...glad they changed it.
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#7re: Who else fell asleep in A Chorus Line?
Posted: 5/6/07 at 7:56amI loved it. I liked the simplicity of it and I thought the cast was terrific. I like how a lot of them were unknowns.
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#8re: Who else fell asleep in A Chorus Line?
Posted: 5/6/07 at 8:04amI thought the chorus, dramarama2, was amazing.
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#9re: Who else fell asleep in A Chorus Line?
Posted: 5/6/07 at 8:08am
I would suggest that dramamrama avoid THE FANTASTICKS, DEUCE and COMPANY. Those shows have sets that are even more sparse.
However, you can get your fill of glitzy sets and costumes in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, PHANTOM OF THE OUTHOUSE and SPAMALOT. These productions are mind-mumbingly bad and neet high production values to gloss things over.
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#10re: Who else fell asleep in A Chorus Line?
Posted: 5/6/07 at 8:15am
I saw The Fantastiks. I didn't mind so much the sets in that. I just felt that A Chorus Line's set could be better. I mean, honestly, the best they could do was have a mirror in the backround for, what was it? 2 scenes!
And I wouldn't say Spamalot was mind-mumbling bad. I don't think it deserved Best Musical though.
A little known fact is that in the original screenplay, Pan's Labyrinth was Pan's FLAByrinth. Hmmmmmmm...glad they changed it.
ghostlight2
Broadway Legend Joined: 12/5/04
#11re: Who else fell asleep in A Chorus Line?
Posted: 5/6/07 at 8:22am
"It is just a group of unknown actors who think they can sing/dance.
For those planning on seeing it, don't! Don't waste your time or money on this show!
I appologize to anyone who actually liked it. This is just my strong opinion"
You don't need to apologize for your opinion, but maybe you should re-think telling other people what to do based on it. And maybe not be so offensive about it. "It is just a group of unknown actors who think they can sing/dance"? Pretty un-called for. From a Broadway standpoint, many of this cast are hardly unknowns, and just to single one out, Deidre Goodwin is one of the best dancers around, and not because she "thinks" she is.
I see from your other posts you made since you joined yesterday, that you enjoyed Legally Blonde. Me, couldn't stand it. Not fond of movie musicals. But just because I don't like it, I should tell others not to go see it? Not a chance. Broadway's big, and there's room for the revivals, the jukebox and movie musicals, Disney stuff, as long as there's still room for the plays and more adventurous musicals. Why be so negative?
Last, did you really, really fall asleep? Maybe you need more rest.
massofmen
Broadway Legend Joined: 12/10/04
#12re: Who else fell asleep in A Chorus Line?
Posted: 5/6/07 at 8:30amyou are not alone in your opinion. Have to agree with a lot of what the original poster said. Granted the current production on broadway isn't good, and full of low energy mediocre performances. If you go see a good production of it, there are moments of merit. Though few and far between.
#13re: Who else fell asleep in A Chorus Line?
Posted: 5/6/07 at 8:31amI didn't fall asleep. I just really didn't enjoy it. I liked Legally Blonde, which is a surprise because I don't seem to like a lot of what's on broadway these days. And just for the record, I Hate Jukebox Musicals!
A little known fact is that in the original screenplay, Pan's Labyrinth was Pan's FLAByrinth. Hmmmmmmm...glad they changed it.
#14re: Who else fell asleep in A Chorus Line?
Posted: 5/6/07 at 8:40am
I don't know why you feel the need to bash a show like that. Are you honestly trying to look out for other people so they don't have to suffer as you suffered? Yeah, I doubt it. Seems rather that you a) needed to get that off your chest, and b) needed attention so you blew it way out of proportion.
I really hope no one decides on shows based on posts like that.
ghostlight2
Broadway Legend Joined: 12/5/04
#15re: Who else fell asleep in A Chorus Line?
Posted: 5/6/07 at 8:47am
"And just for the record, I HATE Jukebox Musicals"
Just for the record, you use the word "hate" a lot. Might want to look into that.
K-Quill could be onto something. You do seem a little attention-seeking. You've picked an appropriate screen name for yourself.
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Broadway Legend Joined: 6/5/03
#16re: Who else fell asleep in A Chorus Line?
Posted: 5/6/07 at 8:50amdramarama2, you are joking, right? Whatever your thoughts on A CHORUS LINE you have to admit it is vastly superior to LES MIS, RENT, PHANTOM, THE PIRATE QUEEN, TARZAN and any number of long running shows that are or have recently played on Broadway. Updated On: 5/6/07 at 08:50 AM
#17re: Who else fell asleep in A Chorus Line?
Posted: 5/6/07 at 8:59am
I haven't seen The Revival of Les Mis, neither have I ever had a desire to see Phantom, especially after th movie. I have no idea what is keeping Tarzan alive, because when I saw it it was practically empty. A Chorus Line is definately better then Tarzan anyway! And i'm seeing Pirate Queen next week so we'll have to see.
And ghostlight, I only used the word hate once, to describe how I don't like jukebox musicals. But ok, i'll use the word dislike from now on.
A little known fact is that in the original screenplay, Pan's Labyrinth was Pan's FLAByrinth. Hmmmmmmm...glad they changed it.
#18re: Who else fell asleep in A Chorus Line?
Posted: 5/6/07 at 9:09amAlso, so nobody decides not too see the show based on my opinion, i've changed my original message. I admit I was a tad harsh. It just didn't do it for me.
A little known fact is that in the original screenplay, Pan's Labyrinth was Pan's FLAByrinth. Hmmmmmmm...glad they changed it.
#19re: Who else fell asleep in A Chorus Line?
Posted: 5/6/07 at 9:10am
I've never heard A Chorus Line described as boring, ever.
Personally, I think it's one of the most enthralling and excititng shows currently playing.
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#20re: Who else fell asleep in A Chorus Line?
Posted: 5/6/07 at 9:25amdramarama2 - Instead of posting one message after another, you can click "edit" and edit your previous post to include more info.
#21re: Who else fell asleep in A Chorus Line?
Posted: 5/6/07 at 9:33am
>> I have no idea what is keeping Tarzan alive, because when I saw it it was practically empty
Ah, grasshopper, that is a mystery no man is meant to know.
Seriously, I have no idea myself why this turkey continues to run. But who can explain anything Disney does these days?
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#22re: Who else fell asleep in A Chorus Line?
Posted: 5/6/07 at 9:35amThis cast of A Chorus Line is subpar and honestly, the score really only contains two great songs (At the Ballet and Nothing)but it's still very entertaining. The book is excellent and Bennett's staging is excellent. Dramarama, you're in a minority here.
#23re: Who else fell asleep in A Chorus Line?
Posted: 5/6/07 at 9:48am
I have yet to see this revival so I don't know about the cast, but one of the great things I love about ACL is the lack of any type of set. There are no special effects, no frills, no extravagant costumes, nothing to take your focus off the dancers on stage. This is a show that relies on pure TALENT and not spectacle and with a good cast, it can be a great 2 hours at the theatre.
Just my two cents
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