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Post by cheesy116 on Apr 17, 2023 23:01:23 GMT
I doubt this will get announced tomorrow but I’ve heard it’s playing at the Theatre Royal in Glasgow over Christmas in 2025 I assume some of these dates announced tomorrow will go into 2025. Cardiff Christmas 2024? But yeah maybe not annouce as far ahead as Christmas 2025. Have Glasgow teased anything? They haven’t teased anything as of yet, but it’s definitely pencilled in to the theatres’ calendar. My friend works there and told me a month or so ago. Fingers crossed! |
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Post by theatrefan62 on Apr 18, 2023 8:29:05 GMT
Southampton 18 March - 26 April 2025
Top price £95 which is a new record.
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Post by enh2 on Apr 18, 2023 8:40:20 GMT
Tour Dates confirmed - Bristol from 30 April 2024, Birmingham from 25 June 2024, Dublin from 17 September 2024, Cardiff from 26 November 2024, Bradford from 28 January 2025, Southampton from 18 March 2025, Liverpool from 6 May 2025, Sunderland from 17 June 2025, Plymouth from 30 July 2025 and Norwich from 17 September 2025.
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Post by A.Ham on Apr 18, 2023 14:54:54 GMT
Southampton 18 March - 26 April 2025 Top price £95 which is a new record. Thanks so much for confirming that - yes of course it’s expensive by touring production and Mayflower standards but I’m also relieved that it’s less than the Manchester prices shown further up this thread. I’ll definitely be booking to see it in Southampton but given it’s two years away will no doubt have to make a return trip to the Victoria Palace before then! |
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Post by marob on Apr 18, 2023 17:49:43 GMT
I think October is the latest thing I've got planned. Is anyone actually booking things two and a half years in advance? I thought one of the effects of the pandemic was people were a bit reluctant to book dates for things so far off.
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Post by A.Ham on Apr 18, 2023 18:03:41 GMT
I think October is the latest thing I've got planned. Is anyone actually booking things two and a half years in advance? I thought one of the effects of the pandemic was people were a bit reluctant to book dates for things so far off. I’m can’t speak for the other venues as have only seen details for Southampton’s Mayflower theatre, but tickets for the dates there in March/April 2025 aren’t onsale until end Sept this year, so it’ll be around 18 months away by then. I recall that’s not unusual for the big musicals when they come to the Mayflower, but yes, only a proportion of people are prepared to book that far ahead. Those who want the best seats if they’re anything like me! |
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Post by Jon on Apr 18, 2023 18:10:53 GMT
Booking two years ahead of time is risky IMO, I could understand a year but something might happen before that.
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Post by theatrefan62 on Apr 18, 2023 18:19:58 GMT
I don't get the big deal about booking ahead, and certainly don't see it as risky lol
Generally life is pretty much the same when you work, have family, mortgage etc. It's not exactly difficult to block out one evening in the future. Same way as you'd block out someone's wedding date, or a big birthday or holiday.
And judging by how well these big shows sell that far in advance I don't think that many people are worried.
You could book a show for this Friday and something could still happen. There's always the risk something could come up unexpected no matter when you book. But Generally its pretty easy to plan around one date.
Plus it allows people time to budget and save if they can't afford it now.
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Post by theatrefan62 on Apr 19, 2023 7:45:23 GMT
Based on his Instagram story it looks like Joel Montague (current King George and Mr Carrie Hope Fletcher) might be playing King George on tour
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Post by ladidah on Apr 19, 2023 8:14:14 GMT
Its such a strange role isn't it, on stage for about 5 mins.
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Post by theatrefan62 on Apr 19, 2023 8:34:10 GMT
Its such a strange role isn't it, on stage for about 5 mins. Yes it is, a cushty role really. Joel's post is oddly worded and I don't know how to share images on here but he reshared the Hamilton tour announcement video with this caption... 'Seems as though I'm about to re enter my Hamilton era' Which doesn't make sense as he is still in the cast so if anything should be 'continue'. |
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Post by panda on Sept 9, 2023 15:36:41 GMT
Has anyone heard any casting rumours for this yet? It opens in Manchester in a couple of months - I thought some details would have been released by now.
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Post by thistimetomorrow on Sept 9, 2023 17:46:50 GMT
Has anyone heard any casting rumours for this yet principal eliza is someone who's already been in the show and billy nevers is laf/jeff |
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Post by Deleted on Sept 10, 2023 12:33:39 GMT
Hopefully the cast will be announced soon.
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Post by idinafanzel on Sept 15, 2023 21:45:43 GMT
Billy Nevers
Honey Joseph
Shaq Taylor is Hamilton.
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Post by Being Alive on Sept 15, 2023 22:21:59 GMT
Good lord
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Post by theatrefan62 on Sept 16, 2023 5:23:08 GMT
I keep seeing Shaq in his IKEA ads
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Post by apwl on Sept 17, 2023 11:50:37 GMT
I wonder if Maya Britto is in the company? She is/was the stand by for the sisters but seems to have left as of yesterday? Which seems odd given they had a cast change a few months back.
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Post by thistimetomorrow on Sept 17, 2023 12:12:32 GMT
I wonder if Maya Britto is in the company?  |
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Post by anthony on Sept 18, 2023 5:45:48 GMT
Its such a strange role isn't it, on stage for about 5 mins. The last time I saw Hamilton (Jan '22!), Joel was part of the ensemble when not on stage as King George. I can't recall because it was so long ago, but I guess it could also be that due to cast illness there were split tracks, I guess. I just remember thinking it was good that they found something for him to do! |
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Post by Jon on Sept 18, 2023 10:20:40 GMT
I keep seeing Shaq in his IKEA ads I wonder if he gets repeat fees for that or if it was a high one-off payment? |
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Post by theatrefan62 on Sept 20, 2023 16:58:32 GMT
Looks like the tour cast is being announced tomorrow
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Post by theatrefan62 on Sept 21, 2023 11:05:33 GMT
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Post by alece10 on Sept 21, 2023 11:48:00 GMT
Really pleased for Daniel Boys. He should be more famous than he is.
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Post by maggiem on Sept 21, 2023 14:58:40 GMT
I'm sure the guy playing Hamilton is the one with the "crib" in the Ikea adverts!
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Post by ThereWillBeSun on Sept 21, 2023 15:12:04 GMT
I'm sure the guy playing Hamilton is the one with the "crib" in the Ikea adverts! He is! Played Beast in Beauty and the Beast last year. Recognised him straight away! |
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Post by panda on Sept 21, 2023 16:59:03 GMT
Well I’m quite excited by that announcement. I’m certain Aisha Jawando will make a great Angelica - she was a lovely Alline Bullock in the original Tina cast; Sam Oladeinde gave a great performance in Come From Away when I saw that last. Lots of people I’ve not seen before but most with great credits behind them.
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Post by cheesy116 on Nov 12, 2023 1:52:45 GMT
Was anyone at the first show for this ? Or has anyone read any opinion/comments about it ?
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Post by threeletteracronym on Nov 17, 2023 14:01:02 GMT
I saw this in Manchester earlier on in the week. I came to it 'fresh', ie, never having seen it before, live or filmed, and I deliberately didnt look up snipppets beforehand either. I knew the broad outline of the story and what to expect in terms of singing style. It seems very hyped (see also Six) which then leads to lesser quality in my opinion.
I thought it was really really good. Really interesting story, told well. All of the cast were charismatic. I've been admiring the man-from-Ikea and his crib for awhile so it's quite embarrassing I didnt realise it was him until quite late on (I'm blaming my varifocals!!!). Him, King George, Lafayette/Jefferson were all wonderful. (King George was definitely enjoying himself.)
I'm not a big fan of rap/hip hop or Greatest Showman style singing but I still really enjoyed it. I would happily see the performance again (and I might well do) but I cant see myself playing the music on repeat.
I realise the tickets are expensive (£90 in the stalls, for me) but it is a big cast with a live orchestra and that costs.
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Nov 17, 2023 15:01:46 GMT
I saw this in Manchester earlier on in the week. I came to it 'fresh', ie, never having seen it before, live or filmed, and I deliberately didnt look up snipppets beforehand either. I knew the broad outline of the story and what to expect in terms of singing style. It seems very hyped (see also Six) which then leads to lesser quality in my opinion. I thought it was really really good. Really interesting story, told well. All of the cast were charismatic. I've been admiring the man-from-Ikea and his crib for awhile so it's quite embarrassing I didnt realise it was him until quite late on (I'm blaming my varifocals!!!). Him, King George, Lafayette/Jefferson were all wonderful. (King George was definitely enjoying himself.) I'm not a big fan of rap/hip hop or Greatest Showman style singing but I still really enjoyed it. I would happily see the performance again (and I might well do) but I cant see myself playing the music on repeat. I realise the tickets are expensive (£90 in the stalls, for me) but it is a big cast with a live orchestra and that costs. Good to hear that. I’m in a similar position and haven’t been looking forward to it much. Maybe it will be way better than I’m expecting. |
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