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Post by sempala on Feb 2, 2018 17:18:03 GMT
Just been extended to September the 22nd.
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Post by sempala on Jan 26, 2018 17:10:15 GMT
Wasn’t keen on Marisha’s performance of IAC, then again I don’t think that song is one of her highlights anyway in the show (I am a big fan of her AIATY in recent performances). Karen slayed her 2 worder as always. What a nice surprise for DG to do something like this, especially live.
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Post by sempala on Jan 1, 2018 20:58:19 GMT
Hmm. I saw the show a couple of months ago and thought I liked the new cast, a recent visit told me I was wrong. I somehow thought Karis would settle into her role but it's probably just me not being keen on her voice, may also be because Eva's ponine for me would be super hard to top considering she was my favorite. Still backing Shaq Taylor as Javert - incredible. This cast truly is in need of a push in the right direction, not terrible but not amazing.
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Post by sempala on Jan 1, 2018 14:50:38 GMT
Her aiaty was very weak and no standing ovation was given. It seems to be this will be a recurring theme as I think she can’t handle the amount of shows. I was so dissapointed with the second half, it was almost like she was gasping for breath. I think my predictions were true, she has way too many shows meaning that she can’t handle the stamina needed. So dissapointing as it seemed everybody was too. I think to say Marisha is struggling is a little harsh! Whilst it’s totally true she portrays a rawer Effie than others, it’s all part of her chosen portrayal of the character. Yes, there are points where she gasps for breath in the show but I don’t think this is her struggling at all, but her acting. As for the standing O for And I Am Telling You, I’ve seen the show 5 times now (3 Marisha and 2 Amber) and only 2 of those performances, one of each, got nearly full standing Os - the rest were partial and I think even the 20% you estimate for a MID SHOW ovation is amazing! Going to have to agree with theatre on this one, even for Ambers last performance for AIATY I was shocked at how many people did not give her a standing O (from the upper circle anyway, the majority were sat down!). Its all dependant on the kind of audience in that night I guess.
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Post by sempala on Dec 19, 2017 17:38:26 GMT
Not sure if its just me, but there seems to be 2 missing photos on the site.
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Post by sempala on Dec 18, 2017 15:21:57 GMT
Now this is the photo we have been waiting for since day one! 😂😂 Brennyns little feet sticking out 😂
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Post by sempala on Dec 16, 2017 13:10:51 GMT
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Post by sempala on Dec 15, 2017 18:34:46 GMT
What a fabulous photo of Moya! They are releasing the photos for this cast as part of a 12 days of Christmas thing, with a new one released each day. Yesterday was a Steppin' to the Bad Side photo, but it wasn't thst exciting haha. What a stunning photo!! I’ve never seen the details of the I am changing dress like that before, I’m shook! can’t wait for some prod of Karen.
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Post by sempala on Dec 13, 2017 20:14:16 GMT
Either the Effie Schedule has been scrapped or its been temporarily removed to make room for the Christmas schedule (which has 0 indication of any Effies). www.dreamgirlswestend.com/ticket-information/Seems strange to remove the normal schedule rather than just adding the Christmas one below. It hasn't been scrapped, if you click on "more informatiom" next to the thred girls names, it takes you too "meet your Effie's), where the schedule, as it has been, is up as normal. I see, thanks for the correction.
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Post by sempala on Dec 13, 2017 18:52:15 GMT
Either the Effie Schedule has been scrapped or its been temporarily removed to make room for the Christmas schedule (which has 0 indication of any Effies). www.dreamgirlswestend.com/ticket-information/Seems strange to remove the normal schedule rather than just adding the Christmas one below.
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Post by sempala on Dec 12, 2017 19:25:22 GMT
Will be interesting to see how many prod. shots the other Effie's are gonna get.
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Post by sempala on Dec 7, 2017 23:21:30 GMT
I am listening to last nights show and I am SO jealous of those of you that were there.. omg, Schuyler Sisters especially, holy crap! How? Message me please :-) A couple of the songs are on tumblr
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Post by sempala on Dec 5, 2017 12:14:31 GMT
It's not gonna be an official transfer, it will stay here, a production will just open on broadway, Amber has basically confirmed and Liisi has a high chance of getting it! Sonia said the other day she's not letting her go so we'll see what happens... I wouldn't be so sure about this show staying in London as long as you think it will. I agree, I really do think this show need a “famous” person to hide behind, the book is fairly weak and although I think the score is great and memorable I can see why some may disagree. As much as I would love it to stay, I just don’t think it will happen.
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Post by sempala on Dec 3, 2017 13:19:02 GMT
Did anyone manage to go to last nights show? Really interested in what the understudys are like, especially all being on at once!
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Post by sempala on Dec 1, 2017 14:15:45 GMT
Looks like they're filming Strictly today according to Marisha's Instagram. She was dressed for One Night Only. I got the impression from Brennyns story that this was rehearsals, I could be wrong though.
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Post by sempala on Nov 30, 2017 23:15:43 GMT
^^^ welcome to the forum Karen 😆 *drag race shade noise* oooooooo girl 😩🤣
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Post by sempala on Nov 30, 2017 20:45:22 GMT
Nicole Deon as Deena I’m pretty sure. She’s stunning!
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Post by sempala on Nov 30, 2017 17:50:08 GMT
Seems like we can confirm that Karen will be performing with the covers as the Dreams! Wish I could be there! This Emma as Michelle.
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Post by sempala on Nov 29, 2017 23:58:10 GMT
Kelly Clarkson from this week's was recorded two weeks ago. From what I've heard they're ducking all the main cast out of the show on Saturday afternoon to pre-record. So if you're seeing the Sat Matinee I think it will be all covers. If this is right, I believe Nicole Deon posted something on her instagram stories that showed her being reheased as Deena, Jayde Nelson as Lorell, Emma Louise Jones as Michelle and Karen as Effie. Would also give them a chance to bring the Swings Rhiane and Sanchia out as I'm not too sure they've actually been used yet
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Post by sempala on Nov 29, 2017 1:03:19 GMT
Saw the show tonight with the new cast and thoroughly enjoyed it. Marisha was on as Effie and I think she's actually improved. Her acting felt more nuanced and her vocals were as strong as ever. A real tour de force performance. Brennyn Lark as Deena I thought was absolutely brilliant, especially given that she only started yesterday. She didn't quite have the stage presence of Liisi, and her 'Listen' needs some work, but a brilliant performance and I genuinely believe that by the end of her run she could be as good as, if not better than Liisi in the role. Asmeret as Lorrel. As brilliant as she ever was. Such a presence, amazing voice and absolutely nails the comedy. Kimmy Edwards is a HUGE improvement over Lily Frazer as Michelle. I know it's not the biggest part, but she's much more suited to it vocally than Lily was. Had Ryan Reid as Curtis - probably my favourite in the role. Has a much better voice than Joe Aaron Reid and I thought he gave off the whole sinister vibe a lot better than either Joe or Rohan who I've seen previously. I'd seen Tosh as Jimmy when he was understudy previously and he's still brilliant. Has the same energy, killer vocal chops and the comedy too...it's all in the eyes. Ensemble generally good. Some tightening up needed but it's still early days for them. Enthusiastic audience. Some mid-song cheering but not enough to be an annoyance. Full standing ovation at the end. Hopefully will go back in the New Year to catch Moya. Sounds like they got the casting spot on! Any comments on the new Marty and C.C? I know I struggled to like the guy who replaced Tyrone, hopefully this promoted emseble member is great.
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Post by sempala on Nov 26, 2017 18:37:53 GMT
I wasn't that impressed with the audio of Moya's first AIATY. The first minute where she was going into her head voice didn't sound right. I can't describe it any better than that. Apart from that she just reminded me of Marisha. I think I just prefer Amber's slightly cleaner vocals. Ive conlcuded that I'm unimpressed also. I seems that all the Effie's are directed to do the high screeches after "Please dont go! Away from me! Stay with me! Stay with me!" regardless of whether it sounds good with their voice or not. Heres her best performance: And her Debut Audio: Her most recent performance just doesnt seem to have a patch on her old one - which gives me goosebumps and feels the entire way through! I honestly find it much more effective when Moya starts low and growly for the "Please Dont go!" part of the song, I'm not even sure why, it just feels so natural and raw to her voice.
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Post by sempala on Nov 25, 2017 13:18:43 GMT
I’d say it depends on what kind of voice you want to hear. Gospel - marisha, power - Moya or clear - karen
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Post by sempala on Nov 24, 2017 15:43:10 GMT
I agree, both of them sound amazing from this week! You're in safe hands with either it seems! And Karen 😫🔥 Making her 'Debut' tomorrow, cant decide if I should go!
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Post by sempala on Nov 20, 2017 23:52:56 GMT
The steppsistas costumes were my favourite costumes in the show... keyword being “were.”
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Post by sempala on Nov 20, 2017 19:04:06 GMT
It does seem harsh on Karen but also i imagine she would have known this when signing on for another year and so must be somewhat okay with it. Not only that, but let's not forget this is her WE/Theatre debut and it's in one of the biggest shows in the West End playing one of the most iconic female musical theatre roles?. Whether she plays one night or 8 shows, this is an incredible opportunity for her and indeed anyone. Let's face it, she was hardly known before this despite her x-factor appearance. She's lucky regardless of how many shows she gets to do. I totally get that, I was more looking into the fact that it was really pushed as a shared role. In reality it’s the same situation as before just Marisha has been promoted and replaced by Moya.
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Post by sempala on Nov 20, 2017 18:48:42 GMT
Very disappointed in the schedule, advertised as a shared role yet it seems Karen is still an alternate (can’t believe how they’ve treated her) and Moya may as well be first alternate.
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Post by sempala on Nov 20, 2017 17:22:25 GMT
Karen is now billed as Effie White, schedule is up as well, Karen only has one show
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Post by sempala on Nov 19, 2017 17:46:56 GMT
What were the muck ups? There is like, no talking in Dreamgirls bar maybe 20 lines, and the rest of it is just manic dancing around and alot of costumes and wigs! the Steppsistas won the talent show.. After many attempts haha
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Post by sempala on Nov 19, 2017 1:04:54 GMT
Does anyone know who was the girl wearing a black suit (and maybe purple blazer?) who was also in the curtain calls? She was out of costume. I saw her earlier during intermission in the sound booth on my way to the boys room. The sound engineer was full on weeping and was being comforted by his co-worker, as was this girl who was in the curtain calls. Pretty sure it was Candace Furbert who left the show like 2 weeks ago, she was the old Charlene.
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Post by sempala on Nov 18, 2017 15:18:17 GMT
I totally see all your points, I’m just a little shook. It’s not like the messages were exactly frequent, and the fact it was only 3 of them. I would totally understand she may not want people using the dm section but her stories acted as though she had be requested to do things, one example being she said she had been getting lots of messages about her hair and what products she uses.
I’ll be happy to accept any blame, just would like to understand her thought process I guess. I did find it a bit rude haha.
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