tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19747701.post3831405426911316829..comments2023-10-25T07:30:33.140-04:00Comments on Adventures in the Endless Pursuit of Entertainment: 9 to 5 worksSarah B. Robertshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01515476679981650807noreply@blogger.comBlogger8125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19747701.post-53851891678025664562009-05-04T11:41:00.000-04:002009-05-04T11:41:00.000-04:00You are definitely correct in what you say about t...You are definitely correct in what you say about the staging and set and whatnot; but I don't remember the last time I had that much fun throughout an entire Broadway show.<br /><br />So much so that it was easy to look beyond the tiny imperfections.<br /><br />It has most certainly been a strong season for Plays, and I think Awards time will reflect that. I think I've seen more plays this season than I have in my entire life (well, maybe not ;) but it feels like that). In fact, I think the only new musicals I have seen this season besides "9 to 5" were "Happiness" and "Shrek."<br />I have heard amazing things about "Next to Normal," so I will need to see that for sure.Xtinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01937417893920024364noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19747701.post-86192754733914692642009-04-30T14:48:00.000-04:002009-04-30T14:48:00.000-04:00Allison J. reminded me of Woman of the Year, too -...Allison J. reminded me of Woman of the Year, too -- with her big number so similar, it would be hard to miss. My thoughts were very similar to yours -- the show's got problems, but it's enjoyable anyway thanks to a bouncy score and strong performances. Several of the songs are just filler quality, and there are dramatic problems they never worked out. Megan is the star of this to me, but the entire cast sells this show. Marc Kudisch vs. Christopher Sieber for the "featured" Tony?Robinnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19747701.post-73003436052555720052009-04-30T00:12:00.000-04:002009-04-30T00:12:00.000-04:00Oh there's nothing wrong with having fun - that's ...Oh there's nothing wrong with having fun - that's the main point...and obvs Dolly does pretty well as it is...but when you're paying that much money to see 2 hours of show, it better be great, not just fun. <br /><br />I'm starting to think that when it comes to the shows I've seen that are Mantello-directed, it's not the material, it's the direction that's a mess.Sarah B. Robertshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01515476679981650807noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19747701.post-454488537404669032009-04-30T00:00:00.000-04:002009-04-30T00:00:00.000-04:00Kevin makes a great point. Dolly comes off as suc...Kevin makes a great point. Dolly comes off as such a good and genuine person that you want success and happiness for her and her endeavors. And the fact that it was the most fun you've had since "In the Heights," doesn't that say something about it in some way? A little fun is good from time to time.chelseahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03649489958368298291noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19747701.post-76221580092488582602009-04-29T19:21:00.000-04:002009-04-29T19:21:00.000-04:00"Oh, I can't tell you what a thrill it is to be pa..."Oh, I can't tell you what a thrill it is to be part of this tribute to the wonderful Jerry Herman. You may remember that my very first starring role was in Jerry's Broadway Musical 'Vera.' Oh, oh. No wait, wait, no, that's right. No, it wasn't called 'Vera.' No, nothing could rhyme with Vera, Jerry said.<br /><br />Sondheim could've rhymed it..."<br /><br />Bea Arthur in "Jerry Herman's Broadway at the Hollywood Bowl"<br /><br />There's something about Dolly where it's as though you want nothing but success for her. That's why I want to see "9 to 5" to have fun regardless of whether or not it's a good show.Kevin Dalyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11885446907718013966noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19747701.post-7888174432841425532009-04-29T17:00:00.000-04:002009-04-29T17:00:00.000-04:00When Megan was in Wicked, I went to the stage door...When Megan was in Wicked, I went to the stage door specifically to see George Hearn. She asked me if I had something for her to sign and I told her no, that I was there for George. She told me that George wasn't there that night and I thought she was going to start crying. She was so sweet. At the Katrina Benefit Concert, she sang The Alto's Lament and brought the house down. I think she's just great. She's definitely distinguishable from the other blonde Broadway girls in her age group.Sarah B. Robertshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01515476679981650807noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19747701.post-83822601440584090642009-04-29T15:05:00.000-04:002009-04-29T15:05:00.000-04:00I love that you italicized Vera Charles, as if sh...I love that you italicized Vera Charles, as if she's her own show.<br /><br />Glad you liked it, with reservations. It seems fun! I hope it tours. Hilty seems like an up-and-comer, doesn't she?Bobhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02356178842101974805noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19747701.post-65712212183241219912009-04-29T12:40:00.000-04:002009-04-29T12:40:00.000-04:00OMG, what a great idea! Allison Janney in Woman of...OMG, what a great idea! Allison Janney in <I>Woman of the Year</I>! I'd definitely line up to see that.Steven H.noreply@blogger.com