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Post by alece10 on Sept 14, 2023 14:35:50 GMT
Anyone know anything about this show?
I've had an e mail to say they were doing 3 performances in November and all tickets £25
I see they did westend live. Did anyone see it and is it worth a punt?
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Post by capybara on Sept 14, 2023 14:39:29 GMT
There are four songs on Spotify and a West End Live performance on YouTube, for anyone who is looking to work out if it’s for them.
I bought a ticket based on the songs out there and the fact it is created by Jack Godfrey, who brought us the incredible 42 Balloons concert last year.
Really looking forward to it and seeing who they cast. £25 for every seat is likely to be a steal IMO.
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Post by alece10 on Sept 14, 2023 14:54:13 GMT
Thanks. Have just also found the 4 songs on Apple Music so will have a listen.
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Post by ncbears on Sept 14, 2023 16:46:16 GMT
The WEL performance was not enticing to me. I've seen this plot idea in films and TV but never known any school that actually did the fake baby for a week thing. And, the "students" seem oddly excited by the project - when, in reality, I would think they would think the exercise is stupid and a waste of time and resent the whole project. But, then, that's just my thoughts.
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Post by mrbarnaby on Sept 14, 2023 17:18:32 GMT
Another bloody concert. It’s like a virus.
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Post by undeuxtrois on Sept 14, 2023 19:08:24 GMT
The WEL performance was not enticing to me. I've seen this plot idea in films and TV but never known any school that actually did the fake baby for a week thing. And, the "students" seem oddly excited by the project - when, in reality, I would think they would think the exercise is stupid and a waste of time and resent the whole project. But, then, that's just my thoughts. My school did this with the childcare students and everyone was so excited for it all year. Honestly a fair few students picked childcare just so they could do the fake baby thing. When my sister had her fake baby the teacher caught her delicately placing a cig in its mouth and they failed her 🤣 |
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Post by theswearycritic on Sept 15, 2023 13:19:47 GMT
Another bloody concert. It’s like a virus. You must know that it's not cost effective to put a full production for a three-performance run. |
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Post by theswearycritic on Sept 15, 2023 13:23:53 GMT
WEL didn't really do the show justice - they used some graduates who were clearly nervous, you can hear it in their voices. Lots to learn.
This show is excellent - I saw it at New Wolsey and it's got all the makings of a cracking little musical.
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Post by lynette on Sept 17, 2023 22:59:08 GMT
The WEL performance was not enticing to me. I've seen this plot idea in films and TV but never known any school that actually did the fake baby for a week thing. And, the "students" seem oddly excited by the project - when, in reality, I would think they would think the exercise is stupid and a waste of time and resent the whole project. But, then, that's just my thoughts. My school did this with the childcare students and everyone was so excited for it all year. Honestly a fair few students picked childcare just so they could do the fake baby thing. When my sister had her fake baby the teacher caught her delicately placing a cig in its mouth and they failed her 🤣 Loved this, undeuxtrois, true undermining of the intention. That sister will go far…or not… |
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Post by FrontroverPaul on Sept 18, 2023 8:44:21 GMT
Seems to have sold well so far.
I've been away since "Babies" went on sale so only just tried to book - closest to the front of the stalls for a single central seat was row J.
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Post by westendfan1 on Sept 18, 2023 9:06:36 GMT
Seems to have sold well so far. I've been away since "Babies" went on sale so only just tried to book - closest to the front of the stalls for a single central seat was row J. This might not necessarily be the case though. Nimax seem to hold rows back and release them in batches - I've noticed availability changing all the time for other productions. I had a look, out of interest, when these tickets first went on sale, and all three performances were already showing as 'medium' availability. Marketing ploy presumably? |
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Post by undeuxtrois on Sept 18, 2023 11:32:15 GMT
My school did this with the childcare students and everyone was so excited for it all year. Honestly a fair few students picked childcare just so they could do the fake baby thing. When my sister had her fake baby the teacher caught her delicately placing a cig in its mouth and they failed her 🤣 Loved this, undeuxtrois, true undermining of the intention. That sister will go far…or not… Her bringing that baby doll home was hilarious so I’ve got hopes this musical will be a lot of fun! I remember going home on the bus with her and that bloody doll wouldn’t stop screaming, then at home she put it in the back garden because all of us (I’m one of seven kids) were getting annoyed hahah. |
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Post by capybara on Nov 11, 2023 0:54:37 GMT
Jack Godfrey’s latest musical played the first of three performances at the Lyric tonight. All I can say is we can all be so thankful Aspects closed early as we are being treated to a great variety of new talent in its absence.
Like 42 Balloons last year, I loved this so much. Joining forces with Martha Geelan as director and book writer, this is yet another example of Godfrey creating a truly fantastic piece of homegrown musical theatre.
While his power pop tunes and soaring melodies make Babies such an instant hit, a special mention ought to be reserved for the young, largely unknown, company on stage tonight.
At just over 100 minutes long (with no interval), that’s really not a lot of time to portray a successful characterisation. This cast pulls it off. In particular, Shakira Riddell-Morales (Leah), Morgan Phillips (Toby) and Lauren Conroy (Jasmine).
Special mentions also for Lucy Carter’s Louisa Harland-esque performance as Lulu and Jaina Brock-Patel as Becky (“out with the grey, in with the slay!”).
Although it’s not as polished and ready as 42 Balloons was at the same stage of development, Babies *needs* to be given a chance to grow with a proper run at a London theatre soon. Producers need to stop only investing in cautious remakes of established IP or reviving ageless classics. Give new talent a chance too.
Five stars.
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Post by greatauntedna on Nov 11, 2023 1:09:43 GMT
I felt there were too many characters to get invested in any one of them. Loved Morgan Phillips. Some really good songs.
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Post by ladidah on Nov 12, 2023 21:01:08 GMT
Saw this tonight. I agree about the number of characters, but maybe when the story gets bulked out a bit you'll get to know them more.
I felt like it was a mash up of Sex Education meets Six.
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Post by darvsplanet on Mar 21, 2024 18:35:19 GMT
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Post by manchestertheatrefan on Mar 22, 2024 7:47:53 GMT
It is, Bradley (Heartstopper / Celeb Big Brother) has confirmed he is in Babies at The Other Palace with rehearsals starting in May to open 31st May. |
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Post by ladidah on Mar 22, 2024 9:06:47 GMT
I liked this when I saw the preview, and the catchy 'baby, baby, baby i'm coming for ya' has been in my head ever since.
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Post by greatauntedna on Mar 22, 2024 9:14:22 GMT
A shame Morgan Phillips is now Bradley’s alternate, he brought so much to it!
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Post by stuart on Mar 22, 2024 10:04:37 GMT
Bradley had to do some singing as part of a task in Big Brother.
Best of luck to him…
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Post by ladidah on Mar 22, 2024 10:08:13 GMT
A shame Morgan Phillips is now Bradley’s alternate, he brought so much to it! Sorry, can't find the info anywhere, what role are they taking? |
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Post by danb on Mar 22, 2024 10:11:27 GMT
Toby
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Post by ladidah on Mar 22, 2024 10:22:37 GMT
Just found him, gutted - he was the best on the stage by miles!
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Post by forfivemoreminutes on Mar 22, 2024 11:30:52 GMT
It’s nice to the The Other Palace finally putting on a new original show again with lots of new graduates in the cast
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Post by alece10 on Mar 22, 2024 12:05:40 GMT
Thats 2 musicals they have announced that I would like to see but unfortunately won't be able to as they have the worst leg room and I wouldn't be able to manage 10 minutes ley alone a full show.
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Post by ladidah on Mar 22, 2024 12:18:57 GMT
I've never been to the other palace, is it tiny?
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Post by danb on Mar 22, 2024 13:24:55 GMT
Its a big ‘small theatre’. Do an image search on google; there are a few good photos.
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Post by ladidah on Mar 22, 2024 14:23:39 GMT
Ah okay, looks like my local theatre
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Post by Dr Tom on Mar 22, 2024 23:08:40 GMT
Just booked with the £20 offer. I didn’t see the previous version but love Morgan Philips. Max Mulrenan is fantastic too so glad he’s getting this opportunity.
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Post by kyvai on Mar 28, 2024 3:39:55 GMT
Thats 2 musicals they have announced that I would like to see but unfortunately won't be able to as they have the worst leg room and I wouldn't be able to manage 10 minutes ley alone a full show. Are you getting theatres mixed up? The other palace is a modern theatre the leg room is more generous than most in London. |
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