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Post by clarefh on May 7, 2024 12:06:01 GMT
I should be free to come that Saturday! Great - look forwards to meeting you! I guess we will need to have some way to recognise each other. I’m happy to post a description of me and what I’m wearing nearer the time! |
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Post by MrBunbury on May 7, 2024 12:23:45 GMT
I wear glasses with a red rim that apparently are quite noticeable...
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Post by anthony40 on May 7, 2024 12:32:52 GMT
Well, everyone knows what I look like!
That moustache is pretty distinguishable.
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Post by clarefh on May 7, 2024 12:49:49 GMT
Well, everyone knows what I look like! That moustache is pretty distinguishable. We will all look out for you! I’m a short, blonde, shoulder length hair, late 40s woman! So possibly don’t stand out that much at RFH 😂 |
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Post by lt on May 7, 2024 13:03:52 GMT
Well, everyone knows what I look like! That moustache is pretty distinguishable. We will all look out for you! I’m a short, blonde, shoulder length hair, late 40s woman! So possibly don’t stand out that much at RFH 😂 Perhaps might be a good idea if we decide where in the QE hall to meet? |
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Post by alessia on May 7, 2024 13:12:44 GMT
The BFI bar is also a good option, if people want to go there instead- I live in London too so to me it's all the same. Have been to QEH only once, as far as I am aware there is only the cafe on the ground floor, but not sure??
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Post by clarefh on May 7, 2024 13:26:22 GMT
I’m also in London so doesn’t make any difference to me either.
Yes I also thought there was the cafe on the ground floor? I guess someone could specify a corner? I don’t really know it so if someone more knowledgeable could suggest that would be great.
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Post by alece10 on May 7, 2024 15:04:30 GMT
As long as TFL are being good that weekend I plan to be there. Anthony40 knows me so he can point and shout at me so you know who I am.
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Post by catcat100 on May 7, 2024 20:07:41 GMT
I go to the Southbank centre quite a lot so know it very well.
For those that haven't been, the Queen Elizabeth Hall is the smaller concrete building with the yellow staircase attached. Its next to the Royal Festival Hall which is the big white building with the glass front.
If you go into the QEH by the main doors and go slightly left and go as if going into the hall itself there's a number of open booths which are rarely used during the day. Suggest we set this as our meeting point and see how many turn up. There's also outside tables close by in case its sunny.
QEH does have 2 bars, one of which serves teas/coffees/cakes.
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Post by clarefh on May 7, 2024 20:16:57 GMT
Thanks catcat100 - am sure we will manage to find each other😊 |
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Post by sfsusan on May 7, 2024 20:45:35 GMT
I've added a photo to my profile and hope I'll be able to find the group!
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Post by anthony40 on May 7, 2024 21:07:03 GMT
Sounds like there could be quite a number of us there, which is exciting!
Just to give everyone advance warning- I am absolutely rubbish (and I really can’t stress this enough) at remembering names.
I’m great with faces, just not names.
So, with a profile name to remember and your actual name, there’s very little chance I’m afraid. I’m apologising in advance!
It’s gonna be embarrassing!
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Post by distantcousin on May 8, 2024 10:26:42 GMT
I may well be able to attend - unless I decide to go away for the weekend. If I'm not and I'm going out with friends clubbing in THAT London on the Saturday night, then I'll definitely come along in the afternoon.
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Post by andrew on May 14, 2024 14:04:52 GMT
I still have fond memories of meeting up somewhere near Wicked prior to some special performance (was it Rachel Tucker’s last night or something?) several years ago with members of TheatreBoard. We had some very pleasant and civil drinks then many trotted off to the Apollo Victoria theatre, leaving a few of us behind. Those still in the pub proceeded to get a little bit intoxicated and had a much better time being catty about various shows, then I seem to remember crashing the Wicked stage door crew… it was a great time.
Anyway all that’s to say that I encourage everyone to come but I’m off on a holiday that weekend so will have to miss out. Good luck everyone.
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Post by james1969 on May 15, 2024 18:11:33 GMT
Planning to be there after matinee of Fawlty Towers before I head to Southend
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Post by anthony40 on May 19, 2024 16:51:07 GMT
So this is happening on Saturday. I have no doubt most of you will be planning to catch a show afterwards however personally, I will be heading home.
If anyone is in a similar boat and want's to catch up for a quite bite after- even as something as simple as a Wagamama's or a Wetherspoons- we can discuss on the day.
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Post by clarefh on May 19, 2024 17:10:12 GMT
anthony40 I also don’t have anything after ( will be coming from a matinee) so will prob be up for some food ( assuming my childcare holds up!). Looking forwards to meeting those who can make it!
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Post by SamB (was badoerfan) on May 19, 2024 19:14:10 GMT
I still have fond memories of meeting up somewhere near Wicked prior to some special performance (was it Rachel Tucker’s last night or something?) several years ago with members of TheatreBoard. We had some very pleasant and civil drinks then many trotted off to the Apollo Victoria theatre, leaving a few of us behind. Those still in the pub proceeded to get a little bit intoxicated and had a much better time being catty about various shows, then I seem to remember crashing the Wicked stage door crew… it was a great time. Anyway all that’s to say that I encourage everyone to come but I’m off on a holiday that weekend so will have to miss out. Good luck everyone. That was a great day, it was in the Wetherspoons next to Wicked, and I was one of those who stayed behind with you and didn't go to the show - lots of fun! I only just saw this thread and am far from as present around here as I used to be, and no longer live in London, so almost certainly won't be attending, but have a great time all! |
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Post by distantcousin on May 21, 2024 7:58:09 GMT
I'm afraid I won't be in attendance, folks, after all. I'm coming to London on Bank Holiday Monday (for ABBA Voyage 2nd anniversary) and how plans have worked out (or not!), I don't want to be making two separate trips into London over the bank holiday.
Hope it's fun and attendance is good!
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Post by theatreian on May 21, 2024 8:26:37 GMT
Hope you all have a great time. I'm not in London, although I will be on Monday 27th for Abba Voyage 2nd Anniversary.
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Post by fiyero on May 21, 2024 12:52:21 GMT
I'm afraid I won't be in attendance, folks, after all. I'm coming to London on Bank Holiday Monday (for ABBA Voyage 2nd anniversary) and how plans have worked out (or not!), I don't want to be making two separate trips into London over the bank holiday. Hope it's fun and attendance is good! Hope you all have a great time. I'm not in London, although I will be on Monday 27th for Abba Voyage 2nd Anniversary. Sounds like the meetup should be in Stratford, I'll be there too! |
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Post by alece10 on May 21, 2024 15:58:21 GMT
And I live around the corner.
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Post by tommy on May 21, 2024 17:57:43 GMT
Unfortunately won't make it around that time (only early afternoon might work), but have a great time!
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Post by BurlyBeaR on May 21, 2024 18:53:36 GMT
May I suggest that we keep this thread about who is planning to attend the meet up at the Queen Elizabeth Hall as opposed to those who can’t.
If there’s an opportunity to meet for ABBA, that sounds like a great idea but can we have a separate thread for that? Please start one.
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Post by anthony40 on May 24, 2024 10:34:28 GMT
For anyone planning of attending, I look forward to meeting you all tomorrow night.
And (again) I am apologising in advance that I will forget your name!
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