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Post by danb on Sept 26, 2022 17:31:36 GMT
Again, much too small. Its a playhouse.
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Post by mrbarnaby on Sept 26, 2022 20:53:31 GMT
Another theatre I think it could be is Theatre Royal Haymarket. Not sure how much longer OFH will run for. There’s no way it would go there. Too small and it has a raked stage and very little capacity to fly a big show. I think most people suggesting theatres have no idea how big (or not) they are.
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Post by Jon on Sept 26, 2022 21:03:38 GMT
There’s no way it would go there. Too small and it has a raked stage and very little capacity to fly a big show. I think most people suggesting theatres have no idea how big (or not) they are. I agree, I know not everyone is clued up on theatre stage sizes or capacity but surely the fact Mrs Doubtfire is playing at the Manchester Opera House which is 1920 seats should immediately rule out any of the playhouses.
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Post by Mark on Sept 26, 2022 22:56:26 GMT
The last 3 performances are now sold out, with next to nothing left for Thursday night either.
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Post by sph on Sept 27, 2022 2:53:23 GMT
The Gillian Lynne? What's going in there next?
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Post by Rory on Sept 27, 2022 5:35:11 GMT
The Gillian Lynne? What's going in there next? The Lehman Trilogy.
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Post by mkb on Sept 28, 2022 15:49:36 GMT
There's an excellent stalls seat come up for £22.50 for tomorrow night. Must be a mistake price. Grab it quickly if interested.
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Post by marob on Sept 30, 2022 22:13:04 GMT
Really enjoyed this, but suspect it’s one of those shows I won’t remember by next week.
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Post by Matt on Sept 30, 2022 22:51:47 GMT
I feel that if you’re going to take a classic movie, tv show, etc and make it into a musical then the music has to be the strongest part of it, otherwise it’s just pointless, they might as well just make it a play. To me it feels like the music was never the driving factor, it was an after thought.
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Post by johnie21 on Oct 1, 2022 20:03:21 GMT
Last show tonight.
Praying we hear news of the transfer soon x
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Post by danb on Oct 1, 2022 20:09:25 GMT
I feel that if you’re going to take a classic movie, tv show, etc and make it into a musical then the music has to be the strongest part of it, otherwise it’s just pointless, they might as well just make it a play. To me it feels like the music was never the driving factor, it was an after thought. Alas, I fear that is only what fans of MT want. The majority of people who flock to stuff like this are happy to see the same familiar beats played out on stage to ‘music’. As long as he wears some face cream & sets fire to his comedy tits people will leave happy.
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Post by Peter on Oct 1, 2022 21:55:59 GMT
As long as he wears some face cream & sets fire to his comedy tits people will leave happy. That would make me happy in any show - I’d be back to see Phantom like a shot if that was inserted after ‘Point of no return’…
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Post by sph on Oct 1, 2022 22:30:02 GMT
I feel that if you’re going to take a classic movie, tv show, etc and make it into a musical then the music has to be the strongest part of it, otherwise it’s just pointless, they might as well just make it a play. To me it feels like the music was never the driving factor, it was an after thought. That's exactly how I felt about Back to the Future. Maybe a play is TOO close to the movie? Like if they're going to put it on stage they feel they have to add songs to "justify" it?
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Post by Matt on Oct 1, 2022 22:52:01 GMT
I feel that if you’re going to take a classic movie, tv show, etc and make it into a musical then the music has to be the strongest part of it, otherwise it’s just pointless, they might as well just make it a play. To me it feels like the music was never the driving factor, it was an after thought. That's exactly how I felt about Back to the Future. See this is where I get contradictory 😅. BTTF 1/2 are my favourite films ever, so seeing a musical version is my dream, even if half of the songs are a bit weak, but tbh I don’t actually mind half of the songs, I do like them, some of the songs are just really basic. But BTTF definitely brings more of a visual show.
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Post by mkb on Oct 3, 2022 0:17:22 GMT
This show had not been on my wishlist as I feared "Pretty Woman" mediocrity that could not justify the high ticket prices. An unexpected evening in Manchester with nothing to do presented an opportunity to revise that decision, so, when a pair of good stalls returns popped up for the sold-out final performance, I took a chance.
I have no idea what changes have been made since Broadway or during the Manchester run, but Saturday night's show was a complete triumph. It's hard to fathom the negative comments here, even allowing for different tastes. In contrast to my miserable trip to Six earlier in the week, this time I was on the same wavelength as the rest of the audience who were clearly loving this Mrs. Doubtfire.
There is no point in creating a stage musical version of a popular film unless the staging and the music considerably enhance the piece. Does Mrs. Doubtfire succeed in that regard? Yes, in spades! It's even funnier, and some of the musical set pieces are a delight, many featuring top-notch choreography.
The other hurdle lies in how to allay the ghost of Robin Williams. That is fully addressed by casting a performer in Gabriel Vick who is so accomplished in making the role his own that you never once think of Williams. There are no issues with his character Daniel eliciting anything other than empathy. Right from the off, Vick has you on side and emotionally invested. In the wrong hands, Daniel could have been an annoying jerk with his childlike tendency to constantly goof around, but this Daniel is a hoot, the sort of person who is fun to have around, just so long as it's not 24/7: that would be too much. You pity his poor wife.
I found the music, while not instantly memorable, to be eminently likeable, and there are a lot of laughs in the witty lyrics.
A special mention should be made of the two child actors at my performance -- Charlie Tumbridge and Angelica-Pearl Scott I think -- who demonstrated a ridiculous level of talent for their young ages. Some of their lines brought the house down.
As we reached the bows, I reflected on what more could be asked of a musical comedy. I could think of nothing. Mrs. Doubtfire may not be highbrow theatre, but it tells a heart-warming tale, that is moving at times, with great skill and flare. The show is a pure tonic. It would take spectacular mismanagement or mismarketing for this not to be a huge hit in London.
Five stars.
Act 1: 19:33-20:41 Act 2: 21:05-22:06
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Post by intoanewlife on Oct 3, 2022 11:36:34 GMT
Oh poo! I was hoping to do a theatre weekend in Manchester with this and Let the Right One In but it's finished
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Post by cmundo1972 on Oct 3, 2022 18:08:27 GMT
Completely agree with MKB, really well done, very slick, comical, well cast production. I’m extremely critically of most dross these days but i thoroughly enjoyed this.
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Post by djdan14 on Oct 6, 2022 20:23:06 GMT
So we thinking Shaftesbury then?
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Post by andypandy on Oct 6, 2022 20:36:06 GMT
I saw this in Manchester - super funny, great performances and set. Music wasn't much but it was a super afternoon. I hope it comes to London. I just wish it has a better score (Back to the Future issues!)
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Post by danb on Oct 6, 2022 21:16:08 GMT
It was their first choice appaz and if they can wait til April who knows? Would they do a little tour first to drum up word of mouth; do the big atg venues maybe? Is the set tourable?
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Post by sph on Oct 6, 2022 22:04:28 GMT
Awkward time to tour though for a few months, since many larger theatres will be tied up with panto and also they probably won't want to oversaturate the market with their product before trying to open it in London.
April is a long time to wait to get a theatre though. It's a substantial gap to keep everyone on hold for.
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Post by Jon on Oct 6, 2022 22:51:06 GMT
Awkward time to tour though for a few months, since many larger theatres will be tied up with panto and also they probably won't want to oversaturate the market with their product before trying to open it in London. April is a long time to wait to get a theatre though. It's a substantial gap to keep everyone on hold for. Not to mention touring theatres have shows booked months if not years in advance. There's not really much they can do TBH a lot of the bigger theatres are simply not available, it's either wait or compromise the show by squeezing into an unsuitable venue.
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Post by sph on Oct 6, 2022 23:09:35 GMT
Yes and I do hope they wait. I would love to see Mrs Doubtfire in London and while I'm not overly familiar with the Shaftesbury it does seem like the best fit out of all the options.
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Post by mrbarnaby on Oct 7, 2022 6:38:38 GMT
I would guess that this will go to the Shaftesbury.
The producers were fully expecting a pause while they waited for a theatre to become available, and I suspect that April next year may be sooner than they expected.
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Post by Mark on Oct 7, 2022 16:48:26 GMT
How often (if ever?) has it happened where 2 shows have played the same venue in New York/West End, one after the other. Because that could very well be the case here.
Aladdin/Poppins at the Edward/New Amsterdam is the closest thing I can think of.
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Post by Jon on Oct 7, 2022 18:01:51 GMT
I would guess that this will go to the Shaftesbury. The producers were fully expecting a pause while they waited for a theatre to become available, and I suspect that April next year may be sooner than they expected. If the show isn't ready to come in straight away then it wouldn't be difficult for the Shaftesbury to find a short filler or even close for refurbishment as they've been doing it slowly for the last few years.
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Post by BurlyBeaR on Oct 7, 2022 18:05:54 GMT
I would guess that this will go to the Shaftesbury. The producers were fully expecting a pause while they waited for a theatre to become available, and I suspect that April next year may be sooner than they expected. Oh Mr B, you were adamant that it wouldn’t be going ANYwhere in the WE a few weeks ago because it’s rubbish and wasn’t selling!
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Post by johnie21 on Oct 7, 2022 20:28:40 GMT
I'm sure Gabe will defo return as Daniel/Doubtfire. I'm Hoping most of the leading cast return. Unsure if Cameron Blakeley will be returning as Frank Hillard. As he has recently been announced for Newsies. Which is running at least till February. But I can defo see it extending.
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Post by mrbarnaby on Oct 7, 2022 20:47:46 GMT
I would guess that this will go to the Shaftesbury. The producers were fully expecting a pause while they waited for a theatre to become available, and I suspect that April next year may be sooner than they expected. Oh Mr B, you were adamant that it wouldn’t be going ANYwhere in the WE a few weeks ago because it’s rubbish and wasn’t selling! That was before this theatre became free
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Post by c4ndyc4ne on Oct 7, 2022 22:44:04 GMT
Oh Mr B, you were adamant that it wouldn’t be going ANYwhere in the WE a few weeks ago because it’s rubbish and wasn’t selling! That was before this theatre became free One of the great myths of the west end is that things are planned out months/years in advance - when sometimes these situations can change at the last second. look at the spring awakening transfer falling through !
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