Why do all the ROA fans seem to think that reviews make their show 'God'

Call me crazy, but reviews don't mean a damn thing to me nor any other creative team. All that matters to me is that I like the show, and all that matters to the creative team is that their show is making money. Sure, do creative like good reviews... absolutely, but haven't we seen critics rave a bout garbage theatre that makes no money and no one else likes, as well as critics pan genius that audiences love. If I'm not mistaken, critics weren't too hot about Wicked, but with the millions of fans and $$$$ I don't think the creative team really gives a sh*t. Not to mention that critics have raved about plenty of awful productions that didn't seem to be popular or the cash count.

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Updated On: 5/8/09 at 09:31 AM

AndAllThatJazz22, while I do agree with you. I do think that your opening up a can of worms by creating this thread.

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Why do I get the feeling that a fight about ROA will erupt at least three times a week until the Tony Awards are announced (and ROA walks away empty-handed)?

"We" ?

What are you, a CULT? Are you the new Rep for all ROA fans?

Get a life! Get a hobby! You're boring and that bird is ugly.

Spazz square, you're an idiot. And I'm on my way out to the gardens today. What are you doing, registering for kindergarten with mommy?

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Updated On: 5/8/09 at 10:25 AM

He gotta take them crack babies of his to school.

I find the OP of this thread to be blasphemous. IN THE NAME OF G-D, MODS, I DEMAND YOU DELETE THIS THREAD!

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MisterMatt, have you seen the show yet?

I agree with the original poster.

Also, I hope your Tony predictions come true WickedRocks.

There has been quite a bit of animosity directed towards those who've enjoyed the show, from one person in particular, who called those who enjoyed it the dregs of the Earth. Then, given the chance to clarify his obnoxious statement, he stood by it. Snobbery at its finest.

(And for the record, I have no opinion on ROA yet, as I have to see it, but will before the Tonys, now that it's a Best Musical nominee)

I still find that statement incredibly snobbish.

I'm sure there are plenty of intelligent, smart people who have enjoyed Rock of Ages. To say they're all the dregs of the Earth is ridiculous and makes you come off like a haughty, stuck-up, snob.

That's fine. You're entitled to your opinion and I guess I am a snob in some ways.

Knowing the type of person you are though, adamgreer, I do not think you will enjoy ROA at all. I look forward to reading your thoughts if and when you decide to see it.

MisterMatt, you just seem to stick up for ROA a lot, even though you haven't seen it...

Updated On: 5/8/09 at 11:01 AM

It's not about sticking up for Rock of Ages. It's about challenging bigoted remarks and baseless claims. And occasionally, unprovoked personal attacks on other people. My remarks on this thread are similar to those who claim Dolly is the recipient of heaps of abuse which can't seem to be found, either. If you actually read my posts, I've stated that I haven't seen the show and I have never offered an opinion on it nor have I claimed to do either. I will admit that when elitist bullies start gang-bashing a show and anyone who likes it, even going so far as to say they are beneath them, it only makes the show that much more appealing to me. I may not be a fan of Rock of Ages yet, but I do like to root for the underdog sometimes. And this show has many aspects that appeal to me, especially in the genre and the concept, which like it or not, is unique to Broadway. If that makes me a dreg of the earth in your eyes, then I'm perfectly ok with that.

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Updated On: 5/8/09 at 11:11 AM

WAT, for someone who pitches a fit whenever someone makes fun of you for liking a show they didn't and constantly victimizes himself, I find your behavior in this thread so fascinating.

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