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Post by Deleted on Mar 19, 2017 11:38:03 GMT
Mrs Henderson Presents is in Toronto at the moment and I would've said that's a fairly similar show to girls It is in terms of the overall show, but the score for The Girls would need some hesvy work because it has so many jokes to do with being British, I honestly think alot of a Toronto audience would just be confused. I' British and even I was confused as to why this woman was singing about Tescos, whilst another was singing to a vodka bottle. They will just think the woman is a raving drunk, which in fairness, isn't far off! But I dunno, I think Gary would need to do some real work to the score to get it to play elsewhere other than the UK.
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Post by infofreako on Mar 19, 2017 11:41:42 GMT
I don't think the international thing itself is an issue. People have been saying the same on here about Hamilton not being popular here. If a musical is good enough the theme will translate across borders
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Post by Deleted on Mar 19, 2017 11:44:10 GMT
The other obvious thing we are forgetting, are producers going to put anymore money into a show that doesn't sell in the West End, where its prime market is? I have no doubt they will take it on a UK Tour, and Henderson flopped but is doing its months run, but I would doubt producers will put more money into the show for, say, a US Tour if it flops here.
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Post by infofreako on Mar 19, 2017 12:23:35 GMT
The other obvious thing we are forgetting, are producers going to put anymore money into a show that doesn't sell in the West End, where its prime market is? I have no doubt they will take it on a UK Tour, and Henderson flopped but is doing its months run, but I would doubt producers will put more money into the show for, say, a US Tour if it flops here. I agree with you on that. Just playing devils advocate really.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 19, 2017 12:49:36 GMT
...whilst another was singing to a vodka bottle. They will just think the woman is a raving drunk, which in fairness, isn't far off! To be fair, the character of Ruth had a cheating husband and chose to drink so that she could console herself and was confident enough to bare all. I think I would do the same in her position. I'm not sure her being a raving drunk is necessarily true.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 19, 2017 12:56:31 GMT
...whilst another was singing to a vodka bottle. They will just think the woman is a raving drunk, which in fairness, isn't far off! To be fair, the character of Ruth had a cheating husband and chose to drink so that she could console herself and was confident enough to bare all. I think I would do the same in her position. I'm not sure her being a raving drunk is necessarily true. I completely agree, but for some who may not be paying as much attention and being as emotionally invested, they could potentially see her as just a drunk, especially in the next scene we see her in.
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Post by Phantom of London on Mar 19, 2017 13:21:51 GMT
However interesting reading the programme I noticed that there are only 3 producers on this show, but stumped to see one of these being the Shuberts, which are the heavyweight Broadway theatre owners, so they only produce on this side of the Atlantic for one reason.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 19, 2017 13:38:52 GMT
I mezn, even if the score has its issues, do not miss this show for these performances. Lets be honest, the Ensemble don't get much to do at all in this, but The Girls, The Husband and The Kids are all fantastic!
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Post by confessor on Mar 20, 2017 19:53:40 GMT
I'm going to see this next Wednesday, and after some of these reviews I'm a bit more cautious, but still looking forward to it.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 20, 2017 19:57:04 GMT
I'm going to see this next Wednesday, and after some of these reviews I'm a bit more cautious, but still looking forward to it. Don't be cautious, its a good show.
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Post by lou on Mar 24, 2017 11:49:23 GMT
Planning a trip to see this in June. I like to be close in the stalls - would anyone who's seen the show recommend row B in the stalls on the centre aisle over row D in the stalls a little further in but still central? I've sat close for a couple of other shows at this theatre before without many issues, just wasn't sure if any changes have been made for this show. Thanks in advance.
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Post by mallardo on Mar 24, 2017 12:00:52 GMT
I sat in the front row of the stalls on the centre aisle and the view was perfect. The stage is not too high and there's an orchestra pit which gives you a better angle. But either seat would be good.
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Post by mallardo on Mar 24, 2017 12:56:45 GMT
B centre, agree with Mallardo. Oh, and there's not much legroom in the front row. But if you're on the aisle you can swing your legs out into the aisle... once the show has started.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 24, 2017 14:40:26 GMT
I must admit, the legroom in the front row when I went to Bend It was awful, so I can imagine its not too great.
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Post by macksennett on Mar 25, 2017 16:09:23 GMT
Are there any reductions at the box office for this, or should I try tkts? Hoping to go on Thursday.
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Post by Mark on Mar 25, 2017 17:11:00 GMT
Are there any reductions at the box office for this, or should I try tkts? Hoping to go on Thursday. Have sent you a PM
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Post by westendcub on Mar 25, 2017 18:00:36 GMT
Are there any reductions at the box office for this, or should I try tkts? Hoping to go on Thursday. Have sent you a PM Oh can you loop me in, I am planning on going to this soon too.
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Post by macksennett on Mar 25, 2017 21:29:14 GMT
Thanks Mark. Anyone know if Ms Riding and Ms Moore have any holiday booked this coming week? The wonder of this board is that probably someone knows!
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Post by shady23 on Mar 27, 2017 11:05:09 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Apr 3, 2017 21:59:13 GMT
Seetickets doing top price seats £39.50 and no booking fee
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Post by wickedgrin on Apr 3, 2017 23:38:24 GMT
Matinees seem to be selling OK (ATG website) - they are dropping Monday nights and doing an extra matinee weekly from the last week of April. Lots of availability for evening performances during the week. I suppose it depends on the running costs of this show as to how long it survives. Cannot see it surviving a cast change.
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Post by macksennett on Apr 4, 2017 5:50:16 GMT
When is it running until? ATG website has September dates but you can't book them yet. I hope this survives - saw last week and it is utterly superb. I loved it - moving, entertaining and some wonderful performances.
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Post by shady23 on Apr 4, 2017 6:11:35 GMT
They do £20 day seats now "when it isn't too busy".
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Apr 4, 2017 6:19:00 GMT
They do £20 day seats now "when it isn't too busy". Every day then? Haha
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Post by daniel on Apr 4, 2017 8:35:29 GMT
When is it running until? ATG website has September dates but you can't book them yet. I hope this survives - saw last week and it is utterly superb. I loved it - moving, entertaining and some wonderful performances. If there's dates showing but not currently on sale, it'll extend soon into those dates
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Post by zak97 on Apr 4, 2017 10:34:23 GMT
Our very own ticket shop, theatreboard.entstix.com/tickets/the-girls has a Flash Sale: Valid Monday - Friday performances between 7 April and 31 May 2018. Book by 11 April 2017 Was £69.50, now £39.50 AND Was £49.50, now £32.50 I presume you mean 2017, haha. Or else that would be one risky extension
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Post by Deleted on Apr 4, 2017 11:19:23 GMT
I'm surprised it is discounting so much and so early into the run!
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Post by viserys on Apr 4, 2017 11:42:42 GMT
Dang it, I need a ticket for mid-June. Will keep waiting for more offers then...
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Post by Deleted on Apr 4, 2017 11:45:01 GMT
Why are they discounting so much? Where is this "amazing" advance everyone was going on about?
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Post by shady23 on Apr 4, 2017 12:20:46 GMT
Has anyone seen the poor man who drives around London in a van with a billboard advertising this show? It blasts out the Barlow as he goes.
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