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Post by peggs on Aug 27, 2018 14:45:12 GMT
Goosebumps remembering the end of part 1 and the effect it had on the audience. There was as mentioned people who only opted to see part 2, there were people when I went and queued in standing for part 2 and the Young Vic had a part 1 synopsis they gave out, I didn't see them afterward to learn how much it made sense though but I agree about the emotional impact and build up. Ahh Kyle Soller that was such a good performance, i'd go again if it didn't require me to break the bank.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 27, 2018 15:02:20 GMT
Whilst I had some reservations about the play (in need of quite swingeing dramaturgy in my opinion) - there's no doubt is is one play - not two - indeed i'd have much rather a very long play (with aforementioned editing) than spread over two performances. Although that said I'm planning to see it in different weeks this time - to see it it changes how I feel. The performance are, however, utterly flawless - with Kyle Soller anchoring the piece magnificently with real subtle calibration across the six hours. And I agree Paul Hilton's monologue was an absolute highlight for me. Yes, what I wouldn't give to go at it with my editing/dramaturg's pen. Fantastic work, but work that could have been done in one monster 4 hour play rather than the 6ish it took to get there. But Paul Hilton can keep that monologue. |
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Post by siteseer on Aug 27, 2018 16:41:25 GMT
Flew to London from JFK on the morning flight on the 17th of August.
Standing next to me as I was waiting to board my flight was
John Benjamin Hickey. He said he was returning to London to begin rehersal
for the transfer and that the whole company was very excited. He said
Matthew Lopez was also on the flight. We talked for about ten minutes.
Genuinely sweet and pleasant man. Looking forward to seeing the show in Nov.
Only bummer was finding out the 30 pound discount if you booked for both parts
ends at the end of October. Unfortunately Mr.Hickey wasn't wearing a cardigan.
(reference to posts earlier in this tread)
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Post by Deleted on Aug 28, 2018 16:38:20 GMT
Hooray! It's almost here. And here's the cast. Pick your favourite. Lots of boys. And La Redgrave. And feet. I bet they all had a pedi before this.  |
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Post by londontheatrefan on Aug 29, 2018 12:01:10 GMT
I only saw Part 1 first time round (due to ticket availability), so this time I thought I'd just get a ticket to part 2. Turns out I can't resist the urge to see Part 1 again. I agree with all the comments, the ending was so emotional, I cried like a baby. I'm taking tissues this time.
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Post by theatrefan77 on Sept 13, 2018 6:39:07 GMT
Delfont Mackintosh has now released online row B in Stalls for £20 during previews. Just booked mine!
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Post by Dr Tom on Sept 13, 2018 8:14:30 GMT
Delfont Mackintosh has now released online row B in Stalls for £20 during previews. Just booked mine! Thanks, just grabbed row B for both parts (consecutive days). Still a few left available for people who are quick. |
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Post by theatrefan77 on Sept 13, 2018 8:16:42 GMT
You're welcome. Hope you enjoy it!
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Post by n1david on Sept 13, 2018 8:26:08 GMT
Got them. Thrilled to be seeing this again - didn’t want to spend silly amounts on stalls and didn’t want to see it from miles away! Thanks!
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Post by Deleted on Sept 13, 2018 8:34:56 GMT
Brilliant, thanks - just booked both parts  |
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Post by Dr Tom on Sept 13, 2018 8:46:16 GMT
Looks like the two seats at either end of row B aren't on sale (reserved as the day seats perhaps)? Think there's a decent chance of this being the front row, so the row B seats are a bargain.
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Post by jamb0r on Sept 13, 2018 9:10:51 GMT
Delfont Mackintosh has now released online row B in Stalls for £20 during previews. Just booked mine! Thank you SO much! Just managed to get 3 in the middle of row B for 2/3rd October. Bargain! |
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Post by Deleted on Sept 13, 2018 13:33:46 GMT
Delfont Mackintosh has now released online row B in Stalls for £20 during previews. Just booked mine! Thanks, just grabbed consecutive nights in early October! |
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Post by wickedgrin on Sept 14, 2018 1:28:34 GMT
theatrefan77 Yes, thanks so much for the heads up on this! I LOVE this board! Just booked 2 evening performances at the end of the month! An absolute bargain - I missed this at the Young Vic and like @n1david I didn't want to see it from the back or spend a fortune!
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Post by Deleted on Sept 15, 2018 7:10:17 GMT
So, got my tickets booked. Could anyone advise me on whether I should try and watch the whole of "Howard's Way" first or does it make sense without that?  |
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Post by NeilVHughes on Sept 15, 2018 7:35:20 GMT
Hadn’t read the book or seen the film when I saw it, didn’t really have an impact as I wanted to let the story unfold with no expectations.
Planning to read the book before seeing it again in December to hopefully provide a different perspective and appreciation of the play.
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Post by nash16 on Sept 15, 2018 10:45:27 GMT
So, got my tickets booked. Could anyone advise me on whether I should try and watch the whole of "Howard's Way" first or does it make sense without that? I would strongly advice against reading the book or seeing the brilliant film. The play follows it so closely it will remove any of the drama by knowing what is coming and going to happen to each of the characters. |
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Post by tmesis on Sept 15, 2018 12:42:42 GMT
Well each to his own nash16 but I've read the book three times (I'd put it in my top ten favourite books) and seen the film countless times, not to mention the recent excellent tv series and it definitely enhanced my pleasure - although I also think it's perfectly comprehendable without. I certainly didn't feel knowing the original had a 'spoiler' effect. It's undoubtedly the best thing I've seen this year. |
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Post by vdcni on Sept 15, 2018 12:49:16 GMT
So, got my tickets booked. Could anyone advise me on whether I should try and watch the whole of "Howard's Way" first or does it make sense without that? All you have to know is Tom was made redundant and has now invested in a boat yard which upsets his wife Jan who then opens her own fashion boutique. |
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Post by tmesis on Sept 15, 2018 13:09:20 GMT
Have the stalls row B seats yet to come on sale for later in the run? Also any idea if they're likely to be at a 'good' price. There's still a few left for previews but I can't go until later.
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Post by nash16 on Sept 15, 2018 14:27:02 GMT
Well each to his own nash16 but I've read the book three times (I'd put it in my top ten favourite books) and seen the film countless times, not to mention the recent excellent tv series and it definitely enhanced my pleasure - although I also think it's perfectly comprehendable without. I certainly didn't feel knowing the original had a 'spoiler' effect. It's undoubtedly the best thing I've seen this year. I love the book and the film, but I hated this because of its close ties to them. I felt it was flying on the coat tails of it far too much. Lazy writing. But, as you say, each to his own. |
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Post by jamb0r on Sept 18, 2018 17:00:49 GMT
Some more £20 stalls tickets just gone on sale for part 1 on 22nd September and part 2 on 29th September
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Post by wickedgrin on Sept 19, 2018 22:57:34 GMT
I booked row B in the stalls for £20 which I swear was the second row when I booked but is now the front row and classed as restricted view! Can't complain for £20 though!
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Post by Dr Tom on Sept 19, 2018 23:01:14 GMT
I booked row B in the stalls for £20 which I swear was the second row when I booked but is now the front row and classed as restricted view! Can't complain for £20 though! Can’t see how it will end up as restricted view, unless perhaps they have a second stage on the main stage to allow the actors to wait around it (as at the Young Vic). |
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Post by theatrefan77 on Sept 20, 2018 6:14:29 GMT
At the Young Vic the front row was very slightly restricted at times as part of the stage is raised in some scenes, but you didn’t miss much really, just needed to look up
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