Theatre Talk: In Our Own Little Corner

[Is Everyone Gone]

8 hours ago, Dr.OO7 said:

Any opinions on the production of "Othello"? Once again, I wanted to take my dad for Father's Day, but once again, the "modern" setting makes me balk. The $900 tickets aren't too appealing either. 

I've not heard good things about it.

OTOH I saw Picture of Dorian Gray and loved it. Sarah Snook is amazing! I also met her at the stage door and she was absolutely lovely. So, so different from Shiv Roy.

Actually, I met "Kendall Roy" last year too at the stage door of Enemy of the People and Jeremy Strong was also lovely and so, so different from the Number One Boy.

[EtheltoTillie]

I have heard bad reviews on the Othello production.  I saw some scenes when they were promoting it on CBS Sunday Morning the other week, and it didn't look great.  Just seemed very stagy. 

IN OTHER NEWS:

I was blessed with a last minute ticket to the preview of Just In Time tonight.  Someone couldn't go.  I'll report back. 

Edited April 3 by EtheltoTillie

[EtheltoTillie]

Back to report on Just In Time.  It was fantastic.  At least Groff was fantastic.  The rest of the cast was weaker.  Still, it's a really fun show.  He has the most amazing energy and joy in performing.  He's not doing an impersonation of Darin but rather an interpretation. 

Edited April 4 by EtheltoTillie

[ebk57]

22 minutes ago, EtheltoTillie said:

Back to report on Just In Time.  It was fantastic.  At least Groff was fantastic.  The rest of the cast was weaker.  Still, it's a really fun show.  He has the most amazing energy and joy in performing.  He's not doing an impersonation of Darin but rather an interpretation. 

I don't think this will still be around in July, but I'll keep an eye out.  Glad you enjoyed it!

[EtheltoTillie]

4 hours ago, ebk57 said:

I don't think this will still be around in July, but I'll keep an eye out.  Glad you enjoyed it!

They are showing it running through July 28

Funny thing. I am catching up on The Good Fight. Never saw it. I was just watching Season 4 episode 4 and I spied one of the actors from the play in a small role. Lance Roberts. 

[EtheltoTillie]

But I would never have noticed him or recognized him had I not just seen him close up on stage. 

Edited April 5 by EtheltoTillie

[Spartan Girl]

Anybody seen Floyd Collins yet? I know it’s only in previews and the official opening isn’t for a few weeks, but I’m curious.

[MicheleinPhilly]

Over the weekend I saw Dreamgirls at the Walnut Street Theatre here in Philadelphia. Obviously I've seen the film and have been familiar with the music for decades, but I've never had the chance to see the show live. 

What an experience! I was taken aback by how sparse the set is, but it just goes to show the strength of the music and story that it wasn't needed. 

Aveena Sawyer, who played Effie, blew the roof off. I had actual tears in my eyes during "And I Am Telling You" and appreciated that the orchestra paused before launching into The Dreams afterwards to allow for her very much deserved ovation. 

This was a really special experience and I'm so glad I finally had the chance to see it. 

[EtheltoTillie]

On 4/7/2025 at 8:18 AM, Spartan Girl said:

Anybody seen Floyd Collins yet? I know it’s only in previews and the official opening isn’t for a few weeks, but I’m curious.

I'm thinking of going with a TDF ticket.  There are some for tomorrow matinee. 

ETA:  Never mind.  Not available anymore.

[Spartan Girl]

3 hours ago, EtheltoTillie said:

I'm thinking of going with a TDF ticket.  There are some for tomorrow matinee. 

ETA:  Never mind.  Not available anymore.

There's still time. It's official opening is in a couple of weeks, then it's at the Lincoln Center for a few months.

[EtheltoTillie]

2 hours ago, Spartan Girl said:

There's still time. It's official opening is in a couple of weeks, then it's at the Lincoln Center for a few months.

Yes, I have to keep checking TDF.  What I meant is that the tickets for tomorrow were no longer available. 

[bosawks]

William Finn passed away.  I always thought he would be around forever, "The I Love You Song" from Spelling Bee is one of my all time favorites. Beautiful, hysterical, ethereal, and crushingly sad at the same time.

RIP