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Post by Honoured Guest on Apr 24, 2017 10:50:18 GMT
Maybe he'll keep it real?
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Post by Deleted on Apr 24, 2017 11:11:11 GMT
Just returned 2 tickets for tonight, not sure if they put them online but may b worth a shot if u wanna go
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Post by wiggymess on Apr 24, 2017 11:15:25 GMT
I went to the Wikipedia to double-check this. I know The Ferryman is his professional stage debut, but I presumed he may well have done some things on stage, as I know that some people go straight into screen work when they turn pro but that doesn't mean they don't have a solid stage background from their training days or in amateur when they were very much younger. So I thought maybe Marwood was being a little unfair, but then I saw this quote (which made me laugh): "In 1990, Considine enrolled to do a National Diploma in Performing Arts at Burton College, where he first met Shane Meadows. Neither of them completed the course." I'm sure it'll be fine. Maybe he'll jump ship before the West End transfer, but the Royal Court run isn't even a month. I'll just keep telling myself this. Hardly bizarre that he dropped out of a national diploma having met Shane Meadows. I'd say they've both done alright for themselves. Give him a bit of a chance first, eh? He's a great actor...
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Post by theatreliker on Apr 24, 2017 19:50:09 GMT
Looking forward to seeing it on Saturday - heard great things from the dress rehearsal.
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Post by RedRose on Apr 24, 2017 23:26:46 GMT
Anyone else going to the first preview tonight? Very excited, friend got us tickets. Fingers crossed I get there in time. I hope it's good news. I have six seats for this one Saturday in May, six for Obsession the next... I'm just worried the longer in advance I book, the more disappointing the show is (see Cumberbatch Hamlet, Binoche Antigone). You won't be disappointed! Already made it into my all time favourite list.
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Post by RedRose on Apr 24, 2017 23:31:12 GMT
Has Paddy Considine done any stage acting before? He's a great screen actor, but part of me thinks he might do a week or two and think 'sod this' and jump ship. He said it's his first. You don't notice it. He is as great as all the others. No weak link at all. And the extras are so cute and well trained as well {Spoiler - click to view} A bunny, a goose and a real baby
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Post by bobbybaby on Apr 25, 2017 20:28:59 GMT
Loved this last night. Best play I've seen in a long time. Shades of Martin McDonagh, but with more heart. Finished at 2250. First act 1hour, second act 2hours, but flew by. Truly engrossing. As for Paddys acting the cast all seemed on an even keel. Only slight dip in pace was in the final (complicated) scene but I'm sure this'll tighten up as they go on. Wholeheartedly recommended. And yes the 'extras ' were excellent.
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Post by Jon on Apr 25, 2017 21:32:54 GMT
Looks like the 7pm start time for the West End transfer was a good idea
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Post by mrbarnaby on Apr 25, 2017 22:48:14 GMT
Wow Wow WOW
This is the best play I've seen for years. The running time was over 3 hours but I didn't notice for one second. Totally captivating from the start. Excellent performances by everyone, particular Laura Donnelly and Paddy Considine. I actually preferred it to Jerusalem, there is one scene later in the play with Paddy C and Genevieve O'Reilly that blew me away. The 'surprises' elements are all great and the design is wonderful. I suspect this will be one monster of a hit.
Plays this good don't come around very often. I've booked straight away for the transfer.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 26, 2017 0:24:18 GMT
I am not remotely surprised by the early praise for this; I read an unfinished (was 95% done - the very end was described rather than written) draft of this late last year and it was fairly clear then that if the production was half-decent then the play was going to be a modern classic. Am seeing it in May, and again for the transfer.
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Post by sherriebythesea on Apr 26, 2017 16:59:51 GMT
Wow. The tickets at Gielgud are dear and it looks like not very many of them left.
eta: I'm not sure where I was looking but I've found the right site and much more seats available and at ok prices
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Post by wickedgrin on Apr 26, 2017 17:17:33 GMT
It's a delfont mackintosh theatre and the tickets are on their site delfontmackintosh.co.uk There is lots of availability later in the run. I have just booked.
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Post by foxa on Apr 26, 2017 17:58:24 GMT
Show report (Preview) Programmes: Highly recommend the £3 script/programme. Running time: As mentioned above. 3 hours 15, with one 15 minute interval after one hour, and a 'pause' about an hour after that. Anything go wrong: A few technical hiccups including a radio that just didn't want to be turned off. A clumsy in vision set change. Children/animals: Yes. Some particularly good child actors, charming/funny. Acting: Yes, a lot of it. Script: Think Chekhov mixed with Friel and a bit of McDonagh. Audience: Rapturous, though largely seated, response afterwards. Highlights: First act when more and more characters appear. Party with music. What a luxury to have such a big cast. Anyone stand out: Brid Brennan (though due to how she was placed on stage, far downstage right, we could hardly see her from our Circle seats) had a beautiful speech. I really liked Tom Glynn-Carney as Shane Corcoran and Laura Donnelley as Caitlin Carney. Stuart Graham has a beautiful voice. Deabghla Molloy packed some wallop as Aunt Pat. Take away: Ireland - it's complicated.
5* Loved it and think it will get even better.
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Post by Xanderl on Apr 26, 2017 18:19:21 GMT
I'd forgotten Brid Brennan was in it. If I knew where these were on sale I'd get one for her as a gift.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 26, 2017 18:49:13 GMT
I see it has a 'trigger warning' on the RC site (or maybe they all do, in these PC days). Can anyone who's seen it please confirm (in spoiler format) if there's anything icky in it? Will help me with my decision whether or not to book!
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Post by Deleted on Apr 26, 2017 19:46:24 GMT
Mega excited for this one! If twitter is enough to go by... Ps. I'm at the matinee on Saturday if anyone else is?
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Post by peggs on Apr 26, 2017 20:03:36 GMT
I see it has a 'trigger warning' on the RC site (or maybe they all do, in these PC days). Can anyone who's seen it please confirm (in spoiler format) if there's anything icky in it? Will help me with my decision whether or not to book! Now I've been wondering that, don't know what particularly about the author made me somewhat apprehensive but I have a ticket booked so hoping it's nothing too awful although i'm in the front row so I tell myself I can sit on the floor if necessary (for some reason the floor always feels safer), have already had to return Guards at the Bush ticket that day for fainting threat.
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Post by Baemax on Apr 26, 2017 21:09:54 GMT
I see it has a 'trigger warning' on the RC site (or maybe they all do, in these PC days). Can anyone who's seen it please confirm (in spoiler format) if there's anything icky in it? Will help me with my decision whether or not to book! It doesn't really have a trigger warning, if you click that link it will take you to a generic page that basically says "we don't want to spoil anything but we also get that some people need to emotionally prepare for some things, so if you're worried, get in touch and we'll talk about it". All the Royal Court plays seem to have that link. Gotta be honest, it's nice to see a website that understands what a trigger warning actually *is* for a change...
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Post by mrbarnaby on Apr 26, 2017 21:42:14 GMT
There is some violence in it that is pretty full on and some strong language. I won't say more than that.
If you don't go and see it, you are missing out on a sensational piece of theatre.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 26, 2017 22:11:11 GMT
There is some violence in it that is pretty full on and some strong language. I won't say more than that. If you don't go and see it, you are missing out on a sensational piece of theatre. I'm generally fine with violence, I'm just not good with gore - so it depends more on the type of violence, I guess...
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Post by mrbarnaby on Apr 26, 2017 22:48:40 GMT
There is blood.
Maybe if you're not good with it you should speak to the Royal court or I can message you- but to say what happens will be a major spoiler for you!
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Post by couldileaveyou on Apr 26, 2017 23:01:16 GMT
how's my imaginary boyfriend Fra Fee in this
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Post by l0islane on Apr 26, 2017 23:06:10 GMT
There is some violence in it that is pretty full on and some strong language. I won't say more than that. If you don't go and see it, you are missing out on a sensational piece of theatre. I'm generally fine with violence, I'm just not good with gore - so it depends more on the type of violence, I guess... I saw it tonight and I'm very squeamish and I was fine. To be honest if you pay attention to the characters you can see it coming, I did and looked away in time to miss the worst bit (which is a split second long). Don't let it prevent you from seeing this stunning production.
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Post by stefy69 on Apr 27, 2017 6:50:37 GMT
Mainly based on what is being said on here about this have just booked to see this at the Gielgud ! Thanks all.
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Post by foxa on Apr 27, 2017 7:42:59 GMT
how's my imaginary boyfriend Fra Fee in this He was good. I liked the way his character was written - it seemed like he was going to go one way, but then went another in a way that seemed absolutely right to me. He's part of the big, vibrant family. Great name too.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 27, 2017 7:48:08 GMT
Thank you for the tips, everyone. If it's just a few moments that's fine - it's sustained bloodshed that's an issue. Sounds like I'll be ok. (Though I'll need to save up for the Gielgud - £65 for rear stalls? What a joke!)
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Post by peggs on Apr 27, 2017 11:58:45 GMT
I'm generally fine with violence, I'm just not good with gore - so it depends more on the type of violence, I guess... I saw it tonight and I'm very squeamish and I was fine. To be honest if you pay attention to the characters you can see it coming, I did and looked away in time to miss the worst bit (which is a split second long). Don't let it prevent you from seeing this stunning production. Yes thanks for the info, as a fellow violence fine blood not person it is always useful to know how long such things may last as you can aim to hang on in the sure knowledge that it will soon go away. That said I am now going to be anticipating it all through the play and getting nervous but people's reviews have made me think I should not miss this so will go for front row slump I feel and fortunately the friends I'm going are quite used to me having a funny moment.
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Post by addictedtotheatre on Apr 27, 2017 13:11:30 GMT
Bit confused by the RC website - it says 'Day Seats Only' - are these day seats available every day at 9am or just on Mondays?
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Post by foxa on Apr 27, 2017 13:21:02 GMT
Think it's just Mondays. But FWIW, I see there are two tickets available for tonight - so if you are quick....
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Post by Marwood on Apr 27, 2017 14:11:56 GMT
I looked earlier and there was a balcony seat for tonight for £12, but it said it was restricted view and I wouldn't be able to see half to two thirds of the stage. A bargain price but I left it, I've already booked front stalls for the Gielgud in June and would rather wait and see the whole thing from a (hopefully) good location.
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