Re: September 2015 Reviews -London
Posted: Fri Sep 18, 2015 7:07 pm
Thursday 17th September - all day
The Thursday double strikes again. Two cracking shows that bubbled and bounced in all directions and, as the Rugby World Cup commences, had scrums (Tony and Dad), mauls (boxing), conversions (those who hadn’t seen it before), a couple of wings, lots of set pieces, a Mark , but, thankfully, no breakdowns…..and, of course, the Cup has the name on it of that other Billy, (Webb Ellis). Chris Grahamson’s injury in the pre-Angry Dance Kitchen scene was so realistic the blood replacement rule would have been enforced. The Ensemble could have done a Haka at the end and everyone on and below the stage deserved a set of medals for 100% performances and they all got bonus points into the bargain. Mind you, there was some “foul play” from a “loose head” at the evening show of which more anon.
The young cast team for the first match was the same as we saw last Thursday evening, Thomas, Nathan and Beatrice and they were absolutely as brilliant as they had been then. The final match of the day had Nat, brand new Michael, Bradley Mayfield, and Connie following up with a blockbuster. Add in the new all-action Ashington Ballet Girls with their intricate and dazzling dance routines full of energy and excitement, long-time Tall Boy Casper and Small Boys Ché and Caiden and you can see why only the best are chosen to participate in London’s premier musical.
Ruthie may be on holidays ‘cos wonderful Wendy was back in action this week for both shows and delivered two beautiful performances.
Sometimes we have to wait a bit before we get to see new cast members so I was delighted to see Bradley’s name on board for the evening show and was really looking forward to seeing our new Michael for the first time. Even though he’s in his very early days there were no nerves in sight, cool, calm and collected and it’s so exciting that we have yet another great new and different Michael character to enjoy. He will be delivering plenty of fun, frolics and heartbreak moments over the months to come. (Like I’ve said before, if you’re out there the Company WILL find you and Bradley has been found).
The foul play occurred at the evening show during the quiet part of Solidarity. A member of the audience decided that she didn’t particularly wish to pay homage to certain sections of Lee Hall’s earthy words/lyrics and went about making her feelings known to all and sundry as she noisily departed the scene of battle. I’m not sure if this had an effect on the audience but they seemed a bit quiet after that until they were bowled over by Nat’s powerful and uplifting Electricity.
Both Thomas and Nat were nothing less than sensational. They make carrying this show on their small but sturdy shoulders look easy but we all know it isn’t. Their speaking voices are so crystal clear you never miss a syllable and the full-blooded feelings they put into their 3 hours on the stage never let up as they tear you apart before being finally put back together again at Finale time. Stopping off regularly to observe all of the wonderful characters who inhabit this village from the past is the best antidote for all other Earthly concerns. You don’t need a TMO to make that decision.
Pat
LOL, Barry, you beat me by two seconds
The Thursday double strikes again. Two cracking shows that bubbled and bounced in all directions and, as the Rugby World Cup commences, had scrums (Tony and Dad), mauls (boxing), conversions (those who hadn’t seen it before), a couple of wings, lots of set pieces, a Mark , but, thankfully, no breakdowns…..and, of course, the Cup has the name on it of that other Billy, (Webb Ellis). Chris Grahamson’s injury in the pre-Angry Dance Kitchen scene was so realistic the blood replacement rule would have been enforced. The Ensemble could have done a Haka at the end and everyone on and below the stage deserved a set of medals for 100% performances and they all got bonus points into the bargain. Mind you, there was some “foul play” from a “loose head” at the evening show of which more anon.
The young cast team for the first match was the same as we saw last Thursday evening, Thomas, Nathan and Beatrice and they were absolutely as brilliant as they had been then. The final match of the day had Nat, brand new Michael, Bradley Mayfield, and Connie following up with a blockbuster. Add in the new all-action Ashington Ballet Girls with their intricate and dazzling dance routines full of energy and excitement, long-time Tall Boy Casper and Small Boys Ché and Caiden and you can see why only the best are chosen to participate in London’s premier musical.
Ruthie may be on holidays ‘cos wonderful Wendy was back in action this week for both shows and delivered two beautiful performances.
Sometimes we have to wait a bit before we get to see new cast members so I was delighted to see Bradley’s name on board for the evening show and was really looking forward to seeing our new Michael for the first time. Even though he’s in his very early days there were no nerves in sight, cool, calm and collected and it’s so exciting that we have yet another great new and different Michael character to enjoy. He will be delivering plenty of fun, frolics and heartbreak moments over the months to come. (Like I’ve said before, if you’re out there the Company WILL find you and Bradley has been found).
The foul play occurred at the evening show during the quiet part of Solidarity. A member of the audience decided that she didn’t particularly wish to pay homage to certain sections of Lee Hall’s earthy words/lyrics and went about making her feelings known to all and sundry as she noisily departed the scene of battle. I’m not sure if this had an effect on the audience but they seemed a bit quiet after that until they were bowled over by Nat’s powerful and uplifting Electricity.
Both Thomas and Nat were nothing less than sensational. They make carrying this show on their small but sturdy shoulders look easy but we all know it isn’t. Their speaking voices are so crystal clear you never miss a syllable and the full-blooded feelings they put into their 3 hours on the stage never let up as they tear you apart before being finally put back together again at Finale time. Stopping off regularly to observe all of the wonderful characters who inhabit this village from the past is the best antidote for all other Earthly concerns. You don’t need a TMO to make that decision.
Pat
LOL, Barry, you beat me by two seconds