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Post by zsazsa on Jan 21, 2018 21:26:58 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Jan 21, 2018 21:36:08 GMT
Oh this sounds exciting. Has been on my radar for a bit and wanted it to come to London but seemed a bit odd for the meneir and would have imagined it more at Southwark playhouse. I will also probably not else it aswell just based on ticket prices. Look forward to find out more about it.
Some dream casting already, maybe Jenna Russel or even Catherine Tate and Judy Denmark? (Not overly familiar so don't know if they would be quite right)
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Post by Deleted on Jan 21, 2018 22:13:24 GMT
Does Tina become the ruthless killer or does the mother? It's slightly ambiguous. Also there'd better be an extremely good script-based reason why she has to be fair-skinned.....
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Post by stagebyte on Jan 21, 2018 23:18:17 GMT
This show is a homage to musicals like Gypsy and films like All About Eve where the protagonists will do anything to get ahead. Its very funny and will be a treat for musical lovers who will recognise the references.
It’s going into the Arts I understand.
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Post by popcultureboy on Jan 22, 2018 0:50:14 GMT
Also there'd better be an extremely good script-based reason why she has to be fair-skinned..... I imagine the reason is they already cast the mother and aren't savvy enough to do colour blind casting. Honestly though, when they point out that "some tap experience preferred", I couldn't care two hoots what colour skin they want. I won't be going anywhere near it. |
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Post by Rory on Jan 22, 2018 6:34:03 GMT
16th March - 23rd June at the Arts Theatre
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Post by Rory on Jan 22, 2018 6:37:31 GMT
www.ruthlessthemusical.comTickets available 29th Jan although early availability to those on Menier CF's email list (emails going out today).
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Post by stevejohnson678 on Jan 22, 2018 7:02:26 GMT
Booked following the Menier email. £30 discount off standard prices for Menier supporters for performances through to 7th April, otherwise it's £69 at standard price! Front row BB is £19.
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Post by stagebyte on Jan 22, 2018 12:00:57 GMT
Does Tina become the ruthless killer or does the mother? It's slightly ambiguous. Also there'd better be an extremely good script-based reason why she has to be fair-skinned..... The part of Tina is supposed to be an obnoxious Shirley Temple parody with the mother a Mama Rose type. Interesting they are billing this as an all female show. The part of Sylvia is traditionally played by a man. |
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Post by Mr Snow on Jan 22, 2018 12:14:27 GMT
a special offer from the Menier
Coming soon to the Arts Theatre in the West End, the Chocolate Factory is delighted to be a part of Ruthless! The Musical – and we think you will love it! We have an EXCLUSIVE ticket offer just for our Chocolate Factory bookers, ensuring you get the best seats at the best prices before anyone else!
HOW FAR WOULD YOU GO TO GET WHAT YOU WANT?
The all-female camp KILLER cult classic finally makes its way to the Arts Theatre
following its critical acclaim off-Broadway.
Ruthless! The Musical tells the story of the beautiful and talented 8 year old Tina Denmark who will do anything to play the lead in her school play… ANYTHING!
Ruthless! started Off-Broadway 25 years ago and discovered young performers including Britney Spears and Natalie Portman. The show famously spoofs Broadway musicals from Gypsy to Mame as well as iconic films including The Bad Seed & All About Eve.
Directed by Richard Fitch (Funny Girl - UK tour, Barnes' People - Trafalgar Studios) with choreography by Rebecca Howell (Chocolate Factory credits include She Loves Me, The Secret Diary of Adrian Mole, Barnum).
GET YOUR EXCLUSIVE TICKET DISCOUNT!
Save up to 33% with best available tickets (usually £59.50) reduced to just £39.50 for all performances 16th March - 7th April.
But please note - this offer MUST be booked by Friday 9th February!
To secure your tickets call 020 7378 1713, or click below to book online using the Promo Code CHOC1 to take advantage of your special offer!
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Post by alece10 on Jan 22, 2018 13:37:42 GMT
I've not heard of the shoe to be honest but it does sound my kind of thing.
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Post by QueerTheatre on Jan 23, 2018 12:58:48 GMT
How is the Front Row at the Arts, i've only sat there for Murder Ballad which was super raised up off the regular stage apparently?
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Post by Someone in a tree on Jan 24, 2018 8:10:10 GMT
Just started listening to this. Sounds an absolute hoot and exactly my kind of thing!
Interesting one of the lyrics is about overpriced musicals, I guess the producers haven’t read the libretto...
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Post by stevejohnson678 on Jan 29, 2018 9:14:07 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Jan 29, 2018 9:36:21 GMT
Oh will definalty want to see it now Tracie is in I. It doesn't say what part she is playing though, is she too old to play Judy Denmark?
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Post by theatremadness on Jan 29, 2018 12:35:32 GMT
Yeah, I'd hoped they were going to put characters against the actors but seeing as Kim Maresca played Judy Denmark in the recent Off-Broadway revival, I'd presume she'd be doing the same here. Harriet Thorpe for the "I Hate Musicals" character maybe? Would be wonderful! So maybe Tracie would be the teacher?
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Post by Deleted on Jan 29, 2018 21:25:59 GMT
Holy crap, now Tracie is announced, I am so there!  I can't stand Jason, but sacrifices must be made. |
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Post by Deleted on Mar 14, 2018 17:21:39 GMT
Anyone heading to the Arts this weekend or next week for previews? I may do a matinee next week, looking forward to this one, if anything for Tracie Bennett!  If no one has seen leaflets in town, Tracie is playing the critic and Harriet Thorpe is playing the teacher. |
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Post by theatremadness on Mar 14, 2018 18:30:10 GMT
I definitely really want to go at some point! If anyone has a 16-25 railcard, I got an email that had some deals for cheap tickets (20 Shows at £20 or Less), there were £19.50 (down from £39.50) seats available for this (back of dress circle, back of stalls and 2nd row stalls) as well as some other discounts for this and other shows. Worth checking out if it applies!
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Post by alece10 on Mar 17, 2018 8:03:20 GMT
Went to the first preview last night and it's in very good shape.
Really enjoyed the show which is hilarious and so OTT.
As I expected Tracie Bennett stole the show even though her part as the critic is quite small. She was channelling her inner Judy Garland.
The person who surprised me was Jason Gardner who was hilarious and has a pretty good voice.
Don't mean this in a snobby way but it's very niche and I think you have to be a fan of musical theatre to understand it. Otherwise you would not get the send up of shows and films and just find it bewildering.
Of course board members will get it totally.
Ushers were very forceful before the show started and were shouting out every 20 seconds telling people that photography was not permitted. Yes we heard you first time thanks.
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Post by partytentdown on Mar 17, 2018 8:51:56 GMT
Went to the first preview last night and it's in very good shape. Really enjoyed the show which is hilarious and so OTT. As I expected Tracie Bennett stole the show even though her part as the critic is quite small. She was channelling her inner Judy Garland. The person who surprised me was Jason Gardner who was hilarious and has a pretty good voice. Don't mean this in a snobby way but it's very niche and I think you have to be a fan of musical theatre to understand it. Otherwise you would not get the send up of shows and films and just find it bewildering. Of course board members will get it totally. Ushers were very forceful before the show started and were shouting out every 20 seconds telling people that photography was not permitted. Yes we heard you first time thanks. How long was the show alece10? |
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Post by Mark on Mar 17, 2018 8:58:03 GMT
Going Tuesday! Glad to read some positive feedback
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Post by Deleted on Mar 17, 2018 11:00:37 GMT
As I expected Tracie Bennett stole the show even though her part as the critic is quite small. She was channelling her inner Judy Garland. I generally take that as a given in a Tracie Bennett performance nowadays. God love her. |
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Post by Penny on Mar 17, 2018 11:19:05 GMT
Ive been a long time lurker so thought I’d better join in now !!
I was there last night too and really enjoyed it ! Jason Gardiner was fab and could really sing .
The first half was approx 1 hr 5 mins and then a 15 min interval and then 45 mins for the 2nd half . The bar staff were only informed there was an interval that night !
Off to see Harry Potter today which I’m sure will be an entirely different experience 😂
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Post by damnfew on Mar 17, 2018 12:48:19 GMT
In London to see a list of shows and saw a preview of Ruthless last night. I am huge fan of the cast recording but did not know the show very much. The cast was really impressive for the preview performance. Of course Tracie Bennett can do anything but other like Jason Gardnier and Harriet Thourpe were hysterical. The show has load of theatrical references. The audience last night was quite full and we left the theatre still laughing! The Arts is such a small venue but I the production design was really A+. I would recommend it with the discounts out there for sure.
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Post by alece10 on Mar 17, 2018 12:55:02 GMT
Ive been a long time lurker so thought I’d better join in now !! I was there last night too and really enjoyed it ! Jason Gardiner was fab and could really sing . The first half was approx 1 hr 5 mins and then a 15 min interval and then 45 mins for the 2nd half . The bar staff were only informed there was an interval that night ! Off to see Harry Potter today which I’m sure will be an entirely different experience 😂 Welcome. I was surprised about the interval as the website said 90 mins running time so I presumed it would go straight through. but as its actually just short of 2 hours it needs the interval. |
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Post by frankubelik on Mar 18, 2018 16:53:52 GMT
Shame on the Arts theatre. Tickets booked for Saturday and website advised both shows SOLD OUT at 10.00 on the day. One member unable to attend and box office displayed usual snippy attitude "we're not sold out". What? Swathes of unsold seats at matinee. Sad to say that this attitude makes me want the show to fail. Party agreed unanimously that although show is fun Bennett doing usual grotesque performance and was a distraction. Good luck to all.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 18, 2018 17:10:09 GMT
Papering like mad
So much for Tracie Bennett
Is a multiple award winner
That desperate for work?!
So much for all the Follies fans flocking to see her
😂😂😂
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Post by wickedgrin on Mar 18, 2018 18:16:00 GMT
Yes there was definite "tinkering" with the website on Saturday! I had looked at booking on Thursday for Saturday and there was loads of availability - so I didn't book but when I returned to the website on Saturday morning it was virtually sold out! So I didn't go! Most odd!
The show looks like fun though and at the right price I'll go. But not paying anything like full price for the dump that is the Arts Theatre! At the Toxic Avenger the toxic waste seemed to be in the carpet of the auditorium from the smell!
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Post by shady23 on Mar 18, 2018 18:25:30 GMT
Well if someone wants to pass one of the many free tickets my way it would be very welcome.
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