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Post by Jon on Jan 14, 2024 0:27:39 GMT
Charlie doesn't strike me as a Sky Masterson.
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Post by Being Alive on Jan 14, 2024 11:48:44 GMT
Very much not a Sky!
I'm interested to see what direction they go in with this. The parts are so spectacularly written that it doesn't need to be someone like Marisha to play Adelaide, and it would be good to go in an entirely different direction again (her covers for example are quite different casting types). Sarah is the only one that needs to stick to a similar type but otherwise, all bets are off. Wouldn't be surprised if Owain comes back to play Nathan full time
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Post by greeny11 on Jan 14, 2024 14:11:50 GMT
I think Charlie was just there to see Jack as Sky rather any sort of casting - I don't think Charlie is a Sky type at all. I liked Owain so would not be opposed to him returning. I'm intrigued to see who is cast for this, I wouldn't be surprised if they went in a different direction with casting for the new cast. The understudies I've seen in this cast (Lydia Bannister as Adelaide and Robbie McMillan as Nicely-Nicely) are very different to the principal actors they cover for, so it does work with very different interpretations.
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Post by damaskanddark on Jan 15, 2024 14:05:06 GMT
Owain to return as Nathan opposite Timmika Ramsay as Adelaide. George and Celine remain as Sky and Sarah.
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Post by ceebee on Jan 15, 2024 14:36:30 GMT
Owain to return as Nathan opposite Timmika Ramsay as Adelaide. George and Celine remain as Sky and Sarah. Jonathan Andrew Hume as Nicely-Nicely is an exquisite piece of casting. Looking forward to seeing him!
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Post by theatrenerd on Jan 15, 2024 14:36:46 GMT
Full casting here (and new artwork at the end of the video)
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Post by marob on Jan 15, 2024 14:48:51 GMT
Slightly OT, but in other casting news Andrew Richardson’s just been announced as Astrov in Uncle Vanya at the Orange Tree.
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Post by mattnyc on Jan 15, 2024 15:41:27 GMT
Slightly OT, but in other casting news Andrew Richardson’s just been announced as Astrov in Uncle Vanya at the Orange Tree. OOOOOOOOOOOH that’s the best piece of casting news so far this year. I definitely need to make sure to see that!
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Post by Dave B on Jan 16, 2024 9:08:21 GMT
Press night for cast change on 11 March.
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Post by marob on Jan 18, 2024 20:35:46 GMT
Big cast change from what I understand - think we should expect a casting announcement after the 22nd Jan ( there's a LOT being announced next week so any announcements being added now will get lost in the sea of what's to come) You weren’t kidding!
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Post by Being Alive on Jan 18, 2024 20:55:34 GMT
Big cast change from what I understand - think we should expect a casting announcement after the 22nd Jan ( there's a LOT being announced next week so any announcements being added now will get lost in the sea of what's to come) You weren’t kidding! I sure wasn't!
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Post by distantcousin on Jan 19, 2024 23:18:17 GMT
5 star production of a 2 star show.
Thought the physical production, direction and choreography were outstanding. Incredibly exciting.
But the piece itself? What a load of hokey old rubbish. I zoned out after the first hour. Totally not my kind of musical. It literally had nothing to say
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Post by distantcousin on Jan 20, 2024 0:05:40 GMT
I have not seen this production so am not in a position to comment but your stand and have to keep moving it sounds like Here Lies Love at The National a couple of years back. ! 9 years ago!
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Post by kjb on Jan 20, 2024 18:34:43 GMT
I'm booking for this before the cast change, and was just wondering if there are any days when Daniel Mays and Marisha Wallace are due not to perform
(Obviously it isn't guaranteed etc. but I was just wondering if anyone knew of any pre-booked NAs) I can't see anything on the Bridge website, other than "We are unable to guarantee the appearance of any cast member on any given date" but do they usually perform the 8 shows a week ?
Thank you
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Post by theatrekiwi on Jan 20, 2024 18:45:30 GMT
wondering if there are any days when Daniel Mays and Marisha Wallace are due not to perform Marisha has posted on instagram - Jan 23rd as her only scheduled day off before cast change.
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Post by kjb on Jan 20, 2024 19:47:47 GMT
wondering if there are any days when Daniel Mays and Marisha Wallace are due not to perform Marisha has posted on instagram - Jan 23rd as her only scheduled day off before cast change. Thank you
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Post by frauleinsallybowles on Jan 28, 2024 23:26:27 GMT
I'm looking at booking some seated tickets for my family for this before the cast change––does anyone have thoughts if there is a preferred side of the round to be on if seated? Not sure if they play to one side more than others or if one side has better views of the different platforms. Any advice much appreciated.
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Post by ceebee on Jan 28, 2024 23:28:37 GMT
I'm looking at booking some seated tickets for my family for this before the cast change––does anyone have thoughts if there is a preferred side of the round to be on if seated? Not sure if they play to one side more than others or if one side has better views of the different platforms. Any advice much appreciated. Yes - sit with the band to your right, close to the band either on the bend or the first part of the straight section in Stalls / Gallery 1. In Gallery 2 sit directly above the band, left hand side.
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Post by AddisonMizner on Feb 17, 2024 20:37:32 GMT
Finally caught GUYS AND DOLLS at today’s matinee. I can’t believe that I’ve only just got around to seeing it. This really was an incredible experience.
My only other experience of the show was the Ewan McGregor Michael Grandage/Donmar production at the Piccadilly, which I remember absolutely loving. This new production is in a different league though, and is really inventive.
Firstly, the cast are brilliant. I went for Celinde (and she was gorgeous in this. Her Sarah Brown was a real fire-cracker - smart, knowing, sexy, vulnerable. The chemistry between her and Sky was palpable. A great actress! And my God, the voice is beautiful. I had shivers during ‘I’ll Know’. She does more with the voice here than in LOVE NEVER DIES, which is an out-and-out legit sing, and really shows other sides to it. I can’t wait to see her do other roles. She could certainly follow in Kelli O’Hara’s footsteps on this side of the pond).
However, all the cast are wonderful. Daniel Mays had a boundless energy and attack as Nathan. He was an absolute joy to watch. The same goes for Marisa Wallace as Adelaide. Cedric Neal was a cheeky presence as Nicely, and brought the house down with ‘Sit Down You’re Rocking the Boat’ (3 times)! George Ioannides was a suave Sky, with the voice of an old-school crooner.
I did the immersive standing option, and can’t imagine doing anything else for this show. It is truly immersive (not like some of these other shows that have been billed as such, but then aren’t). The stage crew do an absolutely mammoth job, and it is more than deserved that they get their own bow. It really adds an extra dimension to your experience, being so close to the action, and interacting with the actors. I was mere inches away from Marisha and Celinde when they did their big duet in Act 2. I was worried that 3 hours was a long time to be standing, but needn’t have worried. The time absolutely flew by!
The piece itself is an absolute masterpiece. It is incredibly well crafted. All the songs are winners. The book is so funny too.
So glad I saw this before the cast change, although this show would reward repeated viewings (something I am not really a fan of - there is just too much else to see)! There is so much going on, and so many little interactions with audience members that are missed on a first viewing. I may well go back (plus, Celinde is staying).
An easy 5 stars (my second of the week).
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Post by theatreloverlondon on Feb 18, 2024 9:20:36 GMT
Wow finally saw this last night…. THIS DESERVES ALL THE HYPE IT GOT. Yes this is by far the best musical revival (not you Sunset sorry). Wow wow wow. I mean it was thrilling? I was sat in the stalls, but I have to admit the standing area looked exhausting, constantly being herded into new positions? But if people who have done it say it’s really not bad, then I will give it a go (I want to be in the dance party at the end). On that note- the Luck Be a Lady remix has already gone platinum for me 🤣. I was really excited to see Marisha and she didn’t disappoint, though I can see why Scherzinger has beaten her for leading actress awards. Celinde was great, but in terms of acting Daniel had to be the standout. I’ve never seen him before and he’s electric.
This show really deserves to run forever. What a moment. The whole creative team deserve everything!! I also couldn’t help but think how awful tech must’ve been for this show… those must be the busiest stagehands in of all time… Probably my favourite theatrical experience ever. I actually felt like we as the audience were apart of the story. I also think it’s one of the few shows I’ve seen in a long time that is accessed & that I would recommend for none regular theatre goers that isn’t something basic like Disney or mamma Mia etc. It’s easy to follow but still has a major wow factor. 5 very big stars.
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Post by Matt on Feb 18, 2024 10:06:47 GMT
...but I have to admit the standing area looked exhausting, constantly being herded into new positions? But if people who have done it say it’s really not bad, then I will give it a go (I want to be in the dance party at the end) If you see it again, definitely go for it! I thoroughly enjoyed the standing area as it made me feel like I was part of the performance.
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Post by lonlad on Feb 23, 2024 0:42:59 GMT
Boy, this cast is going out on a high - tonight was my 4th viewing and every bit as riotous as the first one, which was the final preview -- very nearly sold out tonight and there was a standing ovation from the seated contingent which hasn't always been the case with this production. All 5 principals were/are on fire and the three that are leaving on Saturday - Danny, Cedric, Marisha - are giving it their absolute all, and having huge fun as they reach the finish line.
George and Celinde of course are staying on, so are rehearsing the new cast during the day and performing with the current one in the evening. They're both wonderful, and Celinde remains by some measure the best Sarah Brown I've seen in over 45 years experiencing this show onstage.
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Post by ceebee on Feb 24, 2024 23:02:43 GMT
What a blissful evening. The final performance of this cast and an absolutely brilliant one with a vibrant buzzing theatre. Life was made for nights like this.
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Post by lotster on Feb 24, 2024 23:11:56 GMT
What a blissful evening. The final performance of this cast and an absolutely brilliant one with a vibrant buzzing theatre. Life was made for nights like this. Bet it was amazing. I went for a return visit this week (saw Marisha, Daniel and Cedric before they left) and was just in awe. Such a joyous, brilliant, captivating, uplifting show.
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Post by capybara on Feb 25, 2024 1:56:27 GMT
What an amazing, exhilarating night of high octane musical theatre.
Cedric’s final Rockin’ The Boat will live long in the memory. I’m amazed he got through it and was a sobbing wreck by the end.
So pleased it felt such a special night for a special cast. Marisha and Daniel were fabulous, as they have been every time I’ve seen them.
Nice to see Richard Fleeshman there supporting Celinde. Also great to see Arlene out on the floor with a sparkly glitter shaker during Havana.
Also spotted Rob Houchen and… Ed Balls.
Fifth time seeing this production and struggling to imagine it with a changed cast. Might need to have a little break from it before dipping my toe back in.
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Post by mrbarnaby on Mar 1, 2024 23:33:33 GMT
What an amazing, exhilarating night of high octane musical theatre. Cedric’s final Rockin’ The Boat will live long in the memory. I’m amazed he got through it and was a sobbing wreck by the end. So pleased it felt such a special night for a special cast. Marisha and Daniel were fabulous, as they have been every time I’ve seen them. Nice to see Richard Fleeshman there supporting Celinde. Also great to see Arlene out on the floor with a sparkly glitter shaker during Havana. Also spotted Rob Houchen and… Ed Balls. Fifth time seeing this production and struggling to imagine it with a changed cast. Might need to have a little break from it before dipping my toe back in. I don’t think there’s a night when Rob Houchen isn’t at a musical performance where there may be cameras.
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Post by Being Alive on Mar 1, 2024 23:35:02 GMT
He was at Priscilla The Party's invited dress tonight 😂
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Post by marob on Mar 2, 2024 7:37:57 GMT
To be fair to him though his partner was in Guys and Dolls.
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