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Post by ceebee on Jan 23, 2024 13:47:14 GMT
So, Groundhog Day opens in Melbourne on 24 January. Is anybody on this board in Oz going to see it tomorrow, if not tomorrow then tomorrow... ? When the news was announced, I did take a look at flight options. I figured it was one indulgence too far, but I'd love to hear from anybody who is going (or travelling) to see it! If you are, enjoy.
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Post by anthony40 on Jan 23, 2024 15:47:47 GMT
So, Groundhog Day opens in Melbourne on 24 January. Is anybody on this board in Oz going to see it tomorrow, if not tomorrow then tomorrow... ? When the news was announced, I did take a look at flight options. I figured it was one indulgence too far, but I'd love to hear from anybody who is going (or travelling) to see it! If you are, enjoy. I will be going to see it. I am flying to Australia on Wednesday week (31st January) fir six weeks to see the folks. Although I will be Sydney based, I am flying with my mother to Melbourne for a wedding at the end of February. My mother is not familiar with the show, has never seen the film nor is she familiar with the whole Groundhog Day terminology, or concept. I see that Andy Carl is reprising his role as Phil Connors. I will report back when I can. |
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Post by ceebee on Jan 23, 2024 15:57:44 GMT
So, Groundhog Day opens in Melbourne on 24 January. Is anybody on this board in Oz going to see it tomorrow, if not tomorrow then tomorrow... ? When the news was announced, I did take a look at flight options. I figured it was one indulgence too far, but I'd love to hear from anybody who is going (or travelling) to see it! If you are, enjoy. I will be going to see it. I am flying to Australia on Wednesday week (31st January) fir six weeks to see the folks. Although I will be Sydney based, I am flying with my mother to Melbourne for a wedding at the end of February. My mother is not familiar with the show, has never seen the film nor is she familiar with the whole Groundhog Day terminology, or concept. I see that Andy Carl is reprising his role as Phil Connors. I will report back when I can. Oh wow! Envy is not a nice a trait, but I am dead jealous! I hope you have the most fantastic time with your family and also at the show - can't wait to hear your feedback/review once you have been! Safe travels and enjoy the show! |
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Post by anthony40 on Jan 23, 2024 15:59:04 GMT
I will be going to see it. I am flying to Australia on Wednesday week (31st January) fir six weeks to see the folks. Although I will be Sydney based, I am flying with my mother to Melbourne for a wedding at the end of February. My mother is not familiar with the show, has never seen the film nor is she familiar with the whole Groundhog Day terminology, or concept. I see that Andy Carl is reprising his role as Phil Connors. I will report back when I can. Oh wow! Envy is not a nice a trait, but I am dead jealous! I hope you have the most fantastic time with your family and also at the show - can't wait to hear your feedback/review once you have been! Safe travels and enjoy the show! Thank you buddy. It has been 4 years since I have physically seen my parents. |
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Post by ceebee on Jan 23, 2024 16:39:19 GMT
Oh wow - that's a long time. It will be truly special for you! I complain that mine are 700 miles away and a day's driving, but yours is a totally different ballgame! Hope you have a fabulous time!
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Post by mistressjojo on Jan 24, 2024 1:26:25 GMT
So, Groundhog Day opens in Melbourne on 24 January. Is anybody on this board in Oz going to see it tomorrow, if not tomorrow then tomorrow... ? When the news was announced, I did take a look at flight options. I figured it was one indulgence too far, but I'd love to hear from anybody who is going (or travelling) to see it! If you are, enjoy. I will be going to see it. I am flying to Australia on Wednesday week (31st January) fir six weeks to see the folks. Although I will be Sydney based, I am flying with my mother to Melbourne for a wedding at the end of February. My mother is not familiar with the show, has never seen the film nor is she familiar with the whole Groundhog Day terminology, or concept. I see that Andy Carl is reprising his role as Phil Connors. I will report back when I can. If you get a chance you should catch 'RBG: Of Many, One' at the STC while you're here. It's brilliant! |
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Post by originalconceptlive on Feb 2, 2024 21:31:10 GMT
I saw the show last night, literally on Groundhog Day. Really enjoyed it, surprising myself a bit.
I haven't been following the details of this production, but based on looking at a few photos online, I think it's a replica of the London production. So I won't go into detail about the production design, but I loved the creativity of the sets and all that.
Andy Karl and the rest of the cast were great. The stamina required for the lead role, and the discipline and coordination required from the cast (and indeed the crew) to manage all the repetitions and variations live - amazing. The drunken guys in the bar were hilarious. Elise McCann as Rita was great.
I have only vague memories of the film, and they weren't all that positive. Something about a jerk who becomes a bit less of one, whose 'redemption' is finally succeeding in bedding that beautiful woman? Meh. I went along with somebody else who wanted to go, but I wasn't sure if I would be into it. I did end up feeling for Phil and cheering him on on his journey though. And the show does delve into some interesting themes and questions.
(On a slight tangent, for better or worse I can see why affluent white men are still appealing to writers as protagonists. Without having to deal with sexism, racism, etc, the characters can thus more efficiently 'get on with' facing a range of other issues, such as their own flaws or an existential crisis or whatever.)
It's nice to see a musical where the book scenes and the songs are both vital pieces of the puzzle. Plenty of those scenes are 'show pieces' as much as the songs are.
The show got darker than I had expected at times. I was all right with it, but if you're local and are considering going, definitely check the content warning in the FAQs (https://groundhogday.com.au/frequently-asked-questions/) if you think that certain heavy themes might trouble you.
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Post by ceebee on Feb 3, 2024 9:06:40 GMT
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Feb 22, 2024 12:07:17 GMT
Pic courtesy of anthony40 who is in his homeland at the moment.  |
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Post by anthony40 on Feb 26, 2024 11:16:08 GMT
Thank you BurlyB.eaR for posting the above pic for me.
Apologies for the delay in posting the following.
My mother and I travelled to Melbourne on Thursday for a wedding on the Sunday. We saw this on the night we arrived. We simply purchased tickets at the door.
My mother was not (in any way) familiar with the show. She has never seen the film; she's not even familiar with the Groundhog Day phrase.
It was at this point that I realised how difficult it is to explain to a novice.
I'm not sure how far into its 13 week run, but the show is in fine form.
It's a complex, tight running show. Andy Carl as Phil Connors is consistent and so hard working.
The show is pretty much a carbon copy of the second reincarnation of the Old Vic, on a bigger stage.
From the start, they had the audience who were enjoying it, laughing throughout at Phil Connor's plight. By intermission, my mothers frustrated for him!
The whole cast is incredibly hard working,
The sound was excellent.
After the final bows, as the audience exited the theatre onto the street, they we pumping fake snow (foam) over those on the street.
Unlike the Old Vc production, they were selling merchandise- T-shirts, mugs, key rings, magnets, caps and posters.
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Post by Jon on Feb 26, 2024 11:24:33 GMT
I've never been to the Princess Theatre but what's it like? When I was in Melbourne years ago I went to the Regent Theatre to see Priscilla, it was similar to our theatres except it had leather seats. They also sold an ice cream in a cone which had chocolate covered on it.
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Post by happysooz2 on Feb 26, 2024 17:21:13 GMT
I've never been to the Princess Theatre but what's it like? When I was in Melbourne years ago I went to the Regent Theatre to see Priscilla, it was similar to our theatres except it had leather seats. They also sold an ice cream in a cone which had chocolate covered on it. A choc top! One of Australia’s best snacks that never made it out of Australia. Tim Tams get all the attention! |
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Post by ceebee on Feb 26, 2024 19:08:17 GMT
Thanks for the update anthony40 - glad you enjoyed it! |
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Post by anthony40 on Feb 26, 2024 20:52:08 GMT
I've never been to the Princess Theatre but what's it like? When I was in Melbourne years ago I went to the Regent Theatre to see Priscilla, it was similar to our theatres except it had leather seats. They also sold an ice cream in a cone which had chocolate covered on it. Alas as great as they are, choc tops unfortunately are becoming a bit of a dying thing. |
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Post by anthony40 on Feb 27, 2024 1:21:42 GMT
For anyone interested
and here is a second
The second one shows a combination of both the Australian cast and Old Vic production.
Those on this board will affirm that my accent doesn't sound like that!
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Post by thebroadwayboy on Feb 27, 2024 5:51:29 GMT
I've never been to the Princess Theatre but what's it like? When I was in Melbourne years ago I went to the Regent Theatre to see Priscilla, it was similar to our theatres except it had leather seats. They also sold an ice cream in a cone which had chocolate covered on it. I heard it had a massive refurb for a magic show |
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Post by londonmzfitz on Feb 27, 2024 12:52:14 GMT
The second clip seems to suggest the West End is still going to get Groundhog Day ... sometime ...
Thanks Anthony.
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Post by ceebee on Feb 27, 2024 16:47:56 GMT
The second clip seems to suggest the West End is still going to get Groundhog Day ... sometime ... Thanks Anthony. "It's now primed for the West End..." This sound promising! I would LOVE for this to come back tomorrow. And tomorrow. And tomorrow. |
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Post by theatrenerd on Feb 29, 2024 21:56:23 GMT
I loved the 2016 Old Vic production, but looking at the clips it looks and sounds like its gone through a lot of changes - not just the absence of the revolve. I really hope the West End transfer and/or UK tour goes ahead soon!
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Post by QueerTheatre on Apr 4, 2024 14:03:35 GMT
With the Oliviers this year featuring a 'special moment' from the australian production, do we think they'll be using it to announce a transfer or at least a uk tour?
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Post by anthony40 on Apr 4, 2024 14:32:06 GMT
This was a very tight and slick production!
Vocally excellent. I don't quite know how Andy Karl keeps up his stamina.
Have seen the show tree times now (the original and return of the Old Vic productions and now the Melbourne production, the revolve is not missed and the shown is not any weaker without it.
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Post by osdtdg on Apr 7, 2024 21:54:46 GMT
I really enjoyed this production on a recent trip to Melbourne. Andy Karl was fantastic and Elise McCann makes an incredible Rita too. The score was weaved so well with the book. Safe to say that this cast and show have a new fan in myself
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Post by viserys on Apr 8, 2024 13:43:35 GMT
ceebee - you (and maybe others) might be interested to hear that Groundhog Day will have a German production in autumn, even with English surtitles. Not quite as far to fly as Australia 
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Post by ceebee on Apr 8, 2024 16:22:16 GMT
ceebee - you (and maybe others) might be interested to hear that Groundhog Day will have a German production in autumn, even with English surtitles. Not quite as far to fly as Australia Ah, I speak basic German! Danke viserys ! |
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Post by viserys on Apr 8, 2024 16:29:06 GMT
If you want any help/questions answers, hmu! I'm definitely going.
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Post by anthony40 on Apr 8, 2024 17:26:45 GMT
Do we know exactly where in Germany? I have friends just outside of Cologne.
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Post by jollyblacksmith on Apr 8, 2024 18:40:26 GMT
ceebee - you (and maybe others) might be interested to hear that Groundhog Day will have a German production in autumn, even with English surtitles. Not quite as far to fly as Australia Amazing news, thanks for telling us! I will keep an eye on it; being a neighbor in Czechia should allow me to make a trip or two 😃 |
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Post by viserys on Apr 8, 2024 18:46:16 GMT
Do we know exactly where in Germany? I have friends just outside of Cologne. In Hildesheim at the Theater für Niedersachsen - they've been doing great work with musicals for some time now! Bit far for a day trip from Cologne (I'm in Cologne, too!) but it's worth going for a weekend. We combined the last trip to Hildesheim with a visit to nearby Hanover and the Herrenhäuser Gärten, the gardens of the (no longer existant) castle that spawned the Hanoverians who took over the English throne. Mind that it will run in repertory from September, so before you all plan something, wait for the exact dates when it will be on. www.tfn-online.de/ |
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