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Post by Someone in a tree on May 23, 2019 18:12:52 GMT
Sounds similar to what happens to Anita in WSS TM you have described a truly horrible situation and one that happens today in every country in the world. We live in sad times Yes, but the way it was choreographed here somehow glorified and made an entertainment of this event. It’s difficult to explain. I am no prude and wasn’t “shocked “ just deeply uncomfortable watching the staging of this. Sounds horrendous on multiple levels
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Post by Oleanna on May 23, 2019 22:03:03 GMT
To my mind there should have been accurate warning about this, I was with a friend who is a survivor of domestic abuse, and the graphic depiction of Aldonza being headbutted was particularly extreme/borderline trigger inducing.
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Post by galinda on May 31, 2019 17:11:02 GMT
Are they still banning you from taking water in to the coliseum?!
Do they just make you empty it or take the bottle off you? I have a fancy bottle that keeps my drinks cool so won’t take that if they steal it!!
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Post by xanady on May 31, 2019 20:35:06 GMT
Walking past the Col this week and they have a board stationed outside permanently offering day seats.Saw a group of ushers near the door on matinee standing around like spare parts.My daughter commented that they didn’t seem to have much ushering to do.Made me laugh.Sad state of affairs.How much dosh has this lost?
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Post by FrontroverPaul on May 31, 2019 22:28:11 GMT
Are they still banning you from taking water in to the coliseum?! Do they just make you empty it or take the bottle off you? I have a fancy bottle that keeps my drinks cool so won’t take that if they steal it!! Bottles of water are permitted but must be "sealed". That said, when I was there on Tuesday they only glanced into my bag, and there were no confiscated goodies to be seen around the security people, so I think they might have eased the no food /drink rules. Worst case scenario would be to be made to empty the re-usable flask. They did that to me on my first ever visit there for Carousel. No problem with empty bottles or flasks AFAIK.
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Post by fiyero on Jun 1, 2019 12:10:52 GMT
Are they still banning you from taking water in to the coliseum?! Do they just make you empty it or take the bottle off you? I have a fancy bottle that keeps my drinks cool so won’t take that if they steal it!! Bottles of water are permitted but must be "sealed". That said, when I was there on Tuesday they only glanced into my bag, and there were no confiscated goodies to be seen around the security people, so I think they might have eased the no food /drink rules. Worst case scenario would be to be made to empty the re-usable flask. They did that to me on my first ever visit there for Carousel. No problem with empty bottles or flasks AFAIK. I think they have definitely relaxed. I booked Man of La Mancha on Todaytix rush then remembered I had loads of sweets and stuff in my bag. Nothing on my booking process said the rules so would be hard to enforce but I made sure they were at the bottom of my bag under my jacket. Only got a cursory look anyway!
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Post by jamesxxx on Jun 5, 2019 18:53:17 GMT
Wanted to see this tonight. Loads of tkts left on the website. Didn't want to pay the booking fee as I only wanted a £15er. 7.20 went to box office. Was told There's nothing left at £15 that levels closed we can sell you a standby at £25.
I left.
Utter nonsense.
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Post by xanady on Jun 5, 2019 19:02:22 GMT
Jamesxxx,trust me you have missed absolutely nothing!! In fact the word ‘nothing’ is probably way too kind...
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Post by groupbooker on Jun 7, 2019 20:26:10 GMT
Unless I missed it, I see now it is ending, they are advising adult themes and not suitable for under 12!
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Post by FrontroverPaul on Jun 7, 2019 22:00:54 GMT
Because of one unpleasant and in my opinion unnecessary scene most definitely not suitable for under 12s.
Though - and I say this as a fanatical musical theatre goer who enjoys 99% of everything - not great for over 12s either because it's dire. Currently in my personal enjoyment chart it's number 107 out of 110 shows I've seen in 2019.
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Post by londonpostie on Jun 7, 2019 23:47:58 GMT
we're only on day 158. That's some going ...
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Post by shady23 on Jun 8, 2019 1:22:58 GMT
That sounds an exhausting schedule FrontroverPaul(Also curious which three shows you thought were worse than this one?)
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Post by xanady on Jun 8, 2019 16:29:51 GMT
Goodbye MOLM....and sadly,for this version...good riddance!
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Post by missthelma on Jun 8, 2019 18:41:34 GMT
Gosh darn it, has it ended it's run? Just when I was going to get a ticket as well.
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Post by FrontroverPaul on Jun 8, 2019 23:08:50 GMT
That sounds an exhausting schedule FrontroverPaul (Also curious which three shows you thought were worse than this one?) This is going OT but as MOLM closed today hopefully it doesn't matter too much. I score every show in my diary up to 10 based purely on how much I enjoy it. Some of my 9 and 10 scores I wouldn't recommend to a theatre-going friend, some of my 7 and 8s I would. It's totally subjective, I know what I like and what I absolutely love ! Man Of La Mancha (5) scored higher with me only than Summer Street, Caroline Or Change and one amateur show. I just didn't get Caroline and I actually fell asleep twice in the first act which I've never done before or since but I acknowledge it's a fine piece of theatre. I'm a huge fan of amateur musicals. I've seen four recently of an exceptionally high standard, namely 42nd Street in Blackpool, Funny Girl in Putney, Side Show In Southend and Starlight Express in Yeovil. However I attended the first night of one amateur show, which I won't name, with a mainly young cast, most of whom couldn't sing, couldn't act and were clearly under-rehearsed. I felt a bit sorry and embarrassed for them, I stayed till the end which several others didn't but it wasn't an enjoyable experience though wouldn't put me off going to the same venue again. And yes it is a crazy schedule sometimes but I enjoy it and I have the time, the means, the enthusiasm and the energy needed. In May I saw 29 shows in 31 days and travelled around 4000 miles altogether mainly by public transport. Been from Kent to Leicester today by train and coach for On Your Feet, the Gloria Estefan musical, which is the next show at the ENO Coliseum and that's a gem !
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Post by fiyero on Jun 9, 2019 14:16:09 GMT
I went to closing night and am glad I did. The show isn't perfect but I really enjoyed both my visits. Casidy's accent made me think of Christopher Eccleston's Dr Who "lots of planets have a North" as the Scottish accent didn't seem to match the setting or remain neutral either. I think people were against the show before it opened and its a shane it didnt sell better. I haven't had quite as hectic a schedule as a poster above but Ian definitely glad this show is on my list of 130 musicals I've seen, I don't think I'll get a chance again. Out of the 5 summer ENO musicals I've made it to (Sweeney Todd, Sunset Boulevard, Carousel and Chess being the others) i think I'd have to put it 4th but the competituon was tough!
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Post by xanady on Jun 9, 2019 14:30:57 GMT
....at least there is a major blockbuster musical with heart,integrity and emotion waiting to take over next...Oh,wait! Only joking 🙃
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Post by horton on Jun 10, 2019 9:06:13 GMT
Let's hope it's remembered at the award ceremonies...
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Post by Hamilton Addict on Jun 10, 2019 10:26:29 GMT
Kelsey discussed Man of La Mancha a little bit at a talk show he did last night at the Aldwych Theatre, which was hosted by Ian Lee. Kelsey stated that, despite not reading the reviews himself, he was aware of the "cold critical reception" that the show had received. Despite this, he seemed convinced that Man of La Mancha was adored by the average theatregoer. He then went on to add that the plan is to take the show to Australia, before transferring to New York.
In other news, he also said that he had formed a good friendship with Nicholas Lyndhurst during his time working on the show. When discussing a potential revival of Frasier, he claims he has an idea for the show which would involve Lyndhurst as a cast member.
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