love_cab_chard
Master of Wine
Posts:12467
 | | 01/11/2003 6:34 AM |
| Yep. Heard everything that you just mentioned. For now, saw most of the Shows that I wanted to see. Thanks.
Carmen: WOW. Very nice. So different from Broadway. Can't even compare in any way. The stage is amazing. Music/Voices are amazing. There were a couple of parts where it was "slow", but never mind that. The Show is a Killer. If you like that or want to experiment (if you will like something like that), DO IT. See Carmen as your 1st Opera. Not an "easy-going" Show, actually a little draining (3+ hours) & a tough/hard story. But, we loved it. And, actually people mentioned that to us, make sure that you are rested & relaxed. | | | |
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love_cab_chard
Master of Wine
Posts:12467
| | 01/11/2003 5:33 PM |
| | Also...Les Miserables, is closing in March. For those that have Not seen it, it is 1 of the best shows. And, currently, the longest running show on Broadway. That's a show that really touches your heart & plays with your emotions. | | | |
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love_cab_chard
Master of Wine
Posts:12467
| | 03/27/2003 10:08 PM |
| Phantom: 1/2 price in all sections (including Orchestra & Mezz.). Expires 05/24/2003.
Not going to type everything up. If interested, send me a PM or Post here & I will send the Promotion Code & details. | | | |
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dinwiddie
Barrel Sampler
Posts:2175
| | 03/28/2003 1:10 PM |
| We don't go to NYC as often as we used to but we certainly try to make a show or two each time we do go. We try to make it couple of times a year (though trips to SF tend to push it out recently) Over the years some of my favorites have been Biloxi Blues, Oh Kay!, Joe's Women, Rent, and Les Miz, and . . . (see below)
Several years ago we gave our son a trip to NY with tickets to see the Lion King for his Christmas present. (We went over the next Presidents Day Weekend) I have to agree that it was a wonderful show. He was enthralled (he was 11 at the time) and since we made the whole trip revolve around him, we had a great time. Took the train up and back from DC, took a suite (Manhattan East Suites, I highly recommend them for this type of trip) had Sunday brunch at the Plaza (he wanted to go, got the idea from the Home Alone 2 movie)wandered Times Square, went to FAO Schwartz, went to the village to go to Murrey's Cheese (his favorite) went to a magic shop, etc. Only disappointment was that the museums are colsed on Mondays.
It wasn't a wine and restaurant centered trip at all, but then it didn't have to be because it was for him. I sure do love visiting that city, glad I don't live there since I love living in DC, but do enjoy visiting. | | | |
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love_cab_chard
Master of Wine
Posts:12467
| | 04/02/2003 3:35 AM |
| OK, Jersey-guys. Let's hear your reviews on Mamma Mia! I loved it!!! P.S., Huge ABBA-fan, I am...
dinwiddie: Correct. No city in the world like it to visit/party/go out, but live there. No. | | | |
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GATC
Barrel Sampler
Posts:2420
| | 04/02/2003 6:56 AM |
| | Loved Mama Mia when I saw it in San Francisco. I'm not sure the lead (the mother) on Broadway is a good as Dee Hoty who did SF. Saw her on the Time Square special and she has the most awkward moves (all elbows). | | | |
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love_cab_chard
Master of Wine
Posts:12467
| | 05/22/2003 1:21 AM |
| Sunday was the last show for Les Mis. 2nd longest running show in Broadway history. And, 1 of my all-time favs. We will miss you...  | | | |
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ChangeMe
Master of Wine
Posts:11169
| | 05/22/2003 2:49 AM |
| | Anybody up for "Long Day's Journey Into Night?" | | | |
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Brent Null
Roseville, CA
Barrel Sampler
Posts:2194
| | 05/22/2003 3:37 AM |
| LCC: I too am deeply saddened that Les Miz has closed. I have never seen a show that was more emotionally moving than that one.
ONE DAY MORE!!! | | | |
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love_cab_chard
Master of Wine
Posts:12467
| | 05/22/2003 12:22 PM |
| | Oh yes, that is true. Not even Miss Saigon... | | | |
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love_cab_chard
Master of Wine
Posts:12467
| | 01/07/2004 2:27 AM |
| | My sources came through with some discount tickets for Hairspray. If interested, let me know. | | | |
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kimber
Grape Fermenter
Posts:670
| | 01/18/2004 7:13 PM |
| Did anyone happen to see 'The Full Monty' when it was on Broadway? I believe it ended its run in 2002. Anyway, it's now in Cincy and I'm thinking about taking my folks to see it while they're in town this weekend.
TIA. | | | |
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Phil4
Grape Truck Driver
Posts:40
| | 01/18/2004 10:06 PM |
| | My wife saw it with friends, they all loved it. if she says its good its good thats my story hope it helps | | | |
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Brent Null
Roseville, CA
Barrel Sampler
Posts:2194
| | 01/18/2004 11:57 PM |
| | We saw the touring production in Sacramento last year and we LOVED it. It is a hoot. I'd recommend it. | | | |
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David Niederauer
Los Gatos, CA
Master Sommelier
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kimber
Grape Fermenter
Posts:670
| | 01/19/2004 12:44 AM |
| | Thanks, team. We're in! | | | |
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Brent Null
Roseville, CA
Barrel Sampler
Posts:2194
| | 05/15/2004 11:03 PM |
| | We saw THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE on tour in Sacramento this past Tuesday and we LOVED it! Fun show, great music, amazing costumes. If you get the chance to see this on tour, please do! | | | |
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love_cab_chard
Master of Wine
Posts:12467
| | 05/16/2004 4:25 AM |
| | Curtains are coming down on it on Broadway. Not sure of the exact date, but I believe by the end of the month. | | | |
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ChangeMe
Barrel Filler
Posts:1273
| | 10/28/2004 5:15 PM |
| | Saw the touring company earlier this month. Loved it!!! The woman who played Tracy was better than Marissa Jaret Whatshername, IMO. I didn't care for the fellow who played Edna though. But the costumes, the music, and the choreography were great! | | | |
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| | 10/29/2004 2:47 PM |
| Last week PBS is ran a very good series of six shows about Broadway Musicals:Broadway - The American Musical.
I saw two of the shows and they were excellent. Anyone who loves musicals should try to see this series. There is some footage of the ninetheen year old Julie Andrews singing bits from My Fair Lady that are so good they make the hair stand up on the back of my neck.
The series: 96+ points! | | | |
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