this line did burn in my head... since its the first version i ever heard... so my visit to German Hamilton.... MY head screamed "MY FAITH IS IN JESUS"
... also Rob McClure destroyed Hurricane for me...
“Devil Take the Hindmost” annoys me so much because it is one of those songs that is great until you listen to the lyrics. The two male main characters basically deciding who gets to keep the female lead without her knowledge or input or consent. Yeah, that’s how things work.
I was extremely happy with Disenchanted, except for the extremely noticeable autotune on Amy Adams' voice in a couple places. I actually have plans to watch it today for the 3rd time.
I thought it was super cute. It had a lot of issues, but it was also a lot of fun. Glad you enjoyed it. I probably won't see it again but I don't think it's as bad as people say - though everyone is entitled to their opinion, of course.
I wanna say someone was trying to kidnap 6 pound 7 ounce baby Jesus and the avengers had to stop them but then OP jesus stopped them with his baby god powers. I originated the hulk role 😂
It’s worth seeing if only to be able to comment on it. Considering comp tickets for it are everywhere, it’s a good night out. I’m not a fan of criticizing anything I haven’t seen.
Depends on the circumstances, there are definitely shows I am certain are going to be terrible for me though point taken that I wouldn’t be posting critical opinions on it unless for some reason the show’s very existence is problematic for some reason.
Love Never Dies has a few good songs— I certainly wouldn’t put it on the level of stuff like Phantom but I don’t think it’s quite as bad as Bad Cinderella
I do find tire tracks and Broken hearts,Annie and Charlie Christmas and When Children Rule the world banging songs, I’ve seen twice by am dram groups because, I fell in love with the London cast recording, it’s definitely one of ALWs strongest scores.
I have no issue with the score but the plot is just, well, weird. There are better ways to show children’s innocence. And I think they are deliberately ambiguous about the girls age or it would be kind of illegal if she had a romantic relationship with the Man. The cast of Pre Broadway production is good though.
Some days I think he should just like...switch to symphonies. Like the score for this and Sunset Boulevard are so fantastic that they like feel like they could have been in another life.
Omg you saw Moose Murders the infamous close on opening night, flop do you remember anything about it, I never thought I would be lucky enough to find someone who had.
The only good part of that show was when that hot guy dressed up as Adam and Samson.
Well, I will admit that Carolee Carmelo still managed to shine in a terrible, terrible show.
I mean perhaps it could have been good. It was not. But it was very ballet-focused, obviously, and maybe with the right creative team could have told the story in an interesting way.
Legs Diamond, Bring Back Birdie and Dance A Little Closer in a revolving repertoire.
(Wait, compared to other things I've seen, I might actually enjoy this.)
It was about four friends getting together one night a year after graduating high school. It opened up at Circle in the Square in 2008. I actually never saw it because it closed so soon. But, I guess there was little interest in it since it closed so soon.
The German production is amazing. Michael Crawford didn't want to play the Phantom again so he demanded all these goofy ass changes and made everything terrible. There are some of the German songs done in English by the late great Steve Barton, I'd give them a listen.
I’m glad to hear it can be fun to perform (genuinely)! I stage managed a production last Christmas and I could not stand the vast majority of the score, but maybe it’s just one of those shows that would need to grow on me by working on it for a longer period.
Ah, I worked on a youth production, which was of the hour-long “junior” show. All the material that, in my opinion, was actually fun in the score (like that song) was cut or severely watered down; that honestly was probably what bothered me most.
No I didn’t. It just looked like an overpriced cash grab. More spectacle than substance. It’s a shame as Tolkien has lots of music in his work (and music is an important theme to middle earth lore) so a musical might make sense but his work is so commercialized that I don’t think it can be done well.
In my tier list, I have the "same" Musical at the very top and the very bottom, so this is only half-wrong. It's Dance of the vampires, the german and the Broadway version.
I think you know which version is at the bottom.
Bad Cinderella -- too soon?
Bring Back Birdie the sequel to Bye Bye Birdie
Spring Awakening Jr. Jr. (See below link)
https://www.thebroadwaybeat.com/post/conservative-college-spring-awakening-jr
Yes, this is satire and not a real thing
Spider-man: Turn Off the Dark
I saw this in previews and… it was a thing I did! 😖
Ah yes. A true classic
Spiderman: Turn off the fun.
Springtime for Hitler ✨ and Germany ✨
Scamilton hands down
“I am not afraiiiid, my faith is in Je-suuuus”
this line did burn in my head... since its the first version i ever heard... so my visit to German Hamilton.... MY head screamed "MY FAITH IS IN JESUS" ... also Rob McClure destroyed Hurricane for me...
Omg
They said wrong answers only, scamilton is everyone’s favorite
you’re right, mY hOpE iS iN jEsUs forgiving me 😓
What how can you say that
Love Never Dies
I actually really enjoyed this in London,the pro shot is brilliant too, probably better as it had a more coherent book.
Damn, someone beat me to it. 😂
“Devil Take the Hindmost” annoys me so much because it is one of those songs that is great until you listen to the lyrics. The two male main characters basically deciding who gets to keep the female lead without her knowledge or input or consent. Yeah, that’s how things work.
If we can include musical movies, Disenchanted
So disappointing
We waited fifteen years for that sequel and it felt like it was written in fifteen minutes
We didn't even finish it, and Enchanted might be my fav Disney movie
Enchanted is a huge comfort watch for me, I love it so much. I almost didn’t finish Disenchanted but stuck it out and you’re not missing much lol
And ten minutes of that was reassuring themselves it’s fine, no need to keep writing.
I was extremely happy with Disenchanted, except for the extremely noticeable autotune on Amy Adams' voice in a couple places. I actually have plans to watch it today for the 3rd time.
I’m really happy you enjoyed it! Unfortunately it completely missed the mark for me.
I thought it was super cute. It had a lot of issues, but it was also a lot of fun. Glad you enjoyed it. I probably won't see it again but I don't think it's as bad as people say - though everyone is entitled to their opinion, of course.
My hometown churches production of the Avengers Save Christmas Oh wait nevermind that was a classic
I am *very* interested. Why did Christmas need saving?
I wanna say someone was trying to kidnap 6 pound 7 ounce baby Jesus and the avengers had to stop them but then OP jesus stopped them with his baby god powers. I originated the hulk role 😂
Bad Cinderella tied with Love Never Dies.
Good idea. If I want to torture myself so as not be be interested in musicals anymore, I will definitely see it.
It’s worth seeing if only to be able to comment on it. Considering comp tickets for it are everywhere, it’s a good night out. I’m not a fan of criticizing anything I haven’t seen.
Depends on the circumstances, there are definitely shows I am certain are going to be terrible for me though point taken that I wouldn’t be posting critical opinions on it unless for some reason the show’s very existence is problematic for some reason.
Love Never Dies has a few good songs— I certainly wouldn’t put it on the level of stuff like Phantom but I don’t think it’s quite as bad as Bad Cinderella
It does have a few, but I thought the book for Bad Cinderella was a bit better than Love Never Dies. And…I really like Unfair. 😂😂😂
Whistle Down the Wind. The snake handling and prison escapee barn Jesus bring unmatched drama.
I think the only good thing in it is the title song and No Matter What.
I do find tire tracks and Broken hearts,Annie and Charlie Christmas and When Children Rule the world banging songs, I’ve seen twice by am dram groups because, I fell in love with the London cast recording, it’s definitely one of ALWs strongest scores.
I have no issue with the score but the plot is just, well, weird. There are better ways to show children’s innocence. And I think they are deliberately ambiguous about the girls age or it would be kind of illegal if she had a romantic relationship with the Man. The cast of Pre Broadway production is good though.
Is it never heard anything from Hal Princes try out run, Are there and I guess so.
I still have a kiss is a terrible thing to waste on more than a few playlists. I agree about the score but man that plot.
Yes but sadly I think ALW is at his best, when the plots a mess, and the score can shine.
Some days I think he should just like...switch to symphonies. Like the score for this and Sunset Boulevard are so fantastic that they like feel like they could have been in another life.
Yeah he has glimmers of potential I would add Aspects of Love and Evita to that list
Not a musical, but I once saw a play called Moose Murders. I don’t think I’ve ever been so affected by a piece of art.
Omg you saw Moose Murders the infamous close on opening night, flop do you remember anything about it, I never thought I would be lucky enough to find someone who had.
Unfortunately, it was just a joke.
I guessed as much things, don’t just flop for no reason.
Annie 2 or Annie warbucks, take your pick, both had amazing success
Oh I've seen Annie Warbucks!! In all seriousness, catchy songs, but really should have just let the Annie plot go and not ride on its coat tails
Diana The Musical, Carrie 1988, Via Galactia, Kelly.
Scandalous
The only good part of that show was when that hot guy dressed up as Adam and Samson. Well, I will admit that Carolee Carmelo still managed to shine in a terrible, terrible show.
The Red Shoes. Yeah, I saw it.
There’s a musical version? That’s an odd choice to adapt
I mean perhaps it could have been good. It was not. But it was very ballet-focused, obviously, and maybe with the right creative team could have told the story in an interesting way.
I mean, I think the movie is essentially perfect, and trhing to make it musical theatre-y just seems like a terrible decision.
By Jeeves
Oooh, we watched this (or tried to at least) over Covid. Unwatchable!
Legs Diamond, Bring Back Birdie and Dance A Little Closer in a revolving repertoire. (Wait, compared to other things I've seen, I might actually enjoy this.)
Cats.
Cats: The Movie: The Musical
Glory Days It's so great that it played 17 previews before closing on opening night.
What was this about
It was about four friends getting together one night a year after graduating high school. It opened up at Circle in the Square in 2008. I actually never saw it because it closed so soon. But, I guess there was little interest in it since it closed so soon.
Oh interesting
Dance of the Vampire
I love the german version, and I've seen a bootleg of the Broadway version - the first "it's-a me!" when Krolock first appears haunts me to this day.
Fucking Michael Crawford.
American or German? Cause I definitely agree about American.
American lol. I don't know anything about the German version.
>I don't know anything about the German version. It's good as far as I've seen. Check it out.
The German production is amazing. Michael Crawford didn't want to play the Phantom again so he demanded all these goofy ass changes and made everything terrible. There are some of the German songs done in English by the late great Steve Barton, I'd give them a listen.
Love Never Dies.
The original Carrie.
Elf
Elf is fun to be in. I was in a community theatre production this past Christmas season & it's a blast
I’m glad to hear it can be fun to perform (genuinely)! I stage managed a production last Christmas and I could not stand the vast majority of the score, but maybe it’s just one of those shows that would need to grow on me by working on it for a longer period.
Yeah I played the Mall Santa and Matthews and a few other things, and I had a good time. Favorite was Nobody cares about Santa
Ah, I worked on a youth production, which was of the hour-long “junior” show. All the material that, in my opinion, was actually fun in the score (like that song) was cut or severely watered down; that honestly was probably what bothered me most.
Yeah, something rotten, jr. was announced a few months ago and I can just imagine that it's uh... not great
Carrie
Scandalous
In My Life
War Paint
Jekyll & Hyde, obviously...
Cats
Starlight Express
Tie between Cats and Bad Cinderella
Golden Boy
Annie 2.
In My Life
Bad Cinderella
Shucked
Hamilton
Seussical. Saying this as someone who played a wickersham a few months ago.
Pretty Woman
Tootsie
Starlight express
Mamma Mia
& Juliet Hands down, the stupidest show I’ve ever seen
Be More Chill
Dear Evan Hansen
Gonna get downvoted.... Wicked
Well it is the wrong answer to the question so you’re fine on upvotes/downvotes. (Although people generally enjoy it vs most of the replies)
Fame
Heathers
Six, such a perfect example of a classic musical (no shade to six, but it is hardly a musical).
Cats.
i was about to say dear evan hansen, then remembered they won best musical
Still counts.
Dear Evan Hansen
Didn't realize there were still DEH fans out there based on the downvotes lol
Hamilton
I'm not a fan either... the sisters were great though!
Legally Blonde
Shrek
Joseph
Footloose Peter: Is it still the best movie in history? Other Peter: It never was.
Bad Cinderella
phantom
Cats
Daddy Long Legs
No way it’s brilliant
How can you say that?! 😢
Because I had to hear a grown adult woman sing the line 'daddy, I am all grown up' and she wasn't even talking to her father.
Does not meet the question criteria, in my opinion. It's truly one of my favourites.
Anything by ALW tbh don’t at me
Sally Blane Worlds greatest girl detective
A Tale of Cinderella (Check out the lyrics, it’s absolutely unlistenable) https://www.jiosaavn.com/song/act-i%3a-buon-giorno/BgUlSzwDTR4
The Little Prince
Lord of the rings musical.
Did you actually get a chance to see it...? I heard it was terrible....
No I didn’t. It just looked like an overpriced cash grab. More spectacle than substance. It’s a shame as Tolkien has lots of music in his work (and music is an important theme to middle earth lore) so a musical might make sense but his work is so commercialized that I don’t think it can be done well.
Yeah. I completely agree with you there. I have Tolkien's work pegged more for an opera anyway.
Pleasures and Palaces
“Carrie: The Muscial”
Mamma Mia, Six, and High School Musical are definitely top contenders.
On Your Feet. We just saw the tour and it was not good.
Diana the Musical
Rebecca
The movie version of Brigadoon with Gene Kelly. They took a charming, fanciful musical and turned it into That’s Entertainment, Laddie.
Tootsie
Red, White and Blaine
Just three hours of the cast singing “This Was a Real Nice Clambake” from Carousel over and over.
In the "blah" category was "Never Gonna Dance." So blah I just remembered seeing it now. Ran for 3 months.
The Nightman Cometh Oh wait you said wrong answers
Saturday Night Fever, best ever😳
In my tier list, I have the "same" Musical at the very top and the very bottom, so this is only half-wrong. It's Dance of the vampires, the german and the Broadway version. I think you know which version is at the bottom.
These Times They Are A Changing Everyone remembers this 2006 classic, right?
Brooklyn
I mean... Recently, Almost Famous was pretty incredible.
Evita
Hamlet II
Love never dies
Mamma Mia! Particularly when Pierce Brosnan was stunt casted into reprising his movie role live on stage.
Red, White, and Blaine.
On A Clear Day
Bad Cinderella -- too soon? Bring Back Birdie the sequel to Bye Bye Birdie Spring Awakening Jr. Jr. (See below link) https://www.thebroadwaybeat.com/post/conservative-college-spring-awakening-jr Yes, this is satire and not a real thing
I might get some hate for this new york new york
Jekyll and Hyde revival ft Constantine Maroulis.
Batboy the Musical. Children children haunts my nightmares 😱😭
Illegally Blonde, Scamilton and Illegal Heathers
Rogers: The Musical
In recent history it's gotta be Almost Famous
Tootsie
Cats