Hamilton

[+ WilliamM]

According to the linked article, the film "Looking" will be shot in Sept. as a two-hour version. Not sure how that will affect JG and "Hamilton," beyond that he's under contract to HBO.

 

http://www.vulture.com/2015/04/looking-wrap-up-movie-will-film-this-fall.htm

[Doe Be Doe]

Since Looking has been cancelled is Groff still under contract with HBO? How does that work?

[+ WilliamM]

http://www.broadway.com/buzz/180532/jonathan-groff-will-reign-over-broadway-as-king-george-iii-in-lin-manuel-mirandas-hamilton-complete-cast-set/

 

Confirmed finally that Jonathan Groff will perform on Broadway in "Hamilton."

[edjames]

Mr. Groff must have the busiest schedule in show biz BECAUSE he's due to appear next week at City Center Encores summer series in A New Brain.

Why do I wonder if he's out of Hamilton? Can't be on two stages at the same time.

 

The Off-Center season will begin with William Finn’s brain-tumor fantasia A New Brain, starring Jonathan Groff, from June 24-27.

 

Very limited run....

 

This autobiographical 1998 musical from Tony Award winner William Finn (The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee) is a medical tragedy as seen through the iris of a Looney Tunes short. After struggling composer Gordon Michael Schwinn collapses face-first into a plate of spaghetti, he is diagnosed with a brain tumor and is forced to come to terms with the lovable screw-ups in his life: an overbearing mother, a ruthless kiddie-show host named Mr. Bungee, and a boyfriend who’d “rather be sailing.”

 

Three-time Tony Award winner James Lapine, who co-wrote A New Brain’s libretto, will direct the Off-Center production.

[+ RyanDean]

Hamilton doesn't start previews until July 13, so I suspect they can work around Mr. Groff's busy schedule (especially given the way his Hamilton role is structured).

[edjames]

Mr. Groff and Mr. Miranda posed for Vogue with photographer Annie Liebowitz, in costume...

 

[+ WilliamM]

I saw Hamilton tonight (July 20), but wish I had read skynyc again first.

 

It is amazing and brillant show. But, I made the mistake of trying to catch every word in a three-hour sung-thru musical. skynyc's comments about Melissa Manchester and Hamilton were exactly my experience. But I still feel like I did over fifty years ago when I saw Barbra Streisand in Boston tryout of Funny Girl. Thrilling experiencre tonight

[+ WilliamM]

 

Pres. Obama and his daughters at "Hamilton" July 18, 2015

[dcguy20]

Bought a set of tickets for November and January. Bummed I didn't buy them earlier when I had the opportunity.

[dcguy20]

Finally saw this two weeks ago. Didn't listen to the cast recording until after I saw the show. I liked it, but appreciate it even more, now that I've listened to the cast recording. When I see it again in January it will definitely be a different experience. I absolutely love the hauntingly beautiful It's Quiet Uptown from Act 2.

[MrMiniver]

 

Pres. Obama and his daughters at "Hamilton" July 18, 2015

 

The Emperor fiddles while Rome burns.

[+ honcho]

The Emperor fiddles while Rome burns.

 

<curmudgeon>

Perhaps WilliamM transgressed by including a picture of a politician in the comedy+tragedy forum;

but at times I avoid the policitics forum and just want some relief; might you be persuaded to suspend

such discussions here?

 

I know that it is not always possible, such as the lively discussion of Gergeyev's association with his government,

but I think we can cut the particular politician in question enough slack to enjoy a historical play.

</curmudgeon>

[MrMiniver]

<curmudgeon>

Perhaps WilliamM transgressed by including a picture of a politician in the comedy+tragedy forum;

but at times I avoid the policitics forum and just want some relief; might you be persuaded to suspend

such discussions here?

 

I know that it is not always possible, such as the lively discussion of Gergeyev's association with his government,

but I think we can cut the particular politician in question enough slack to enjoy a historical play.

</curmudgeon>

 

If someone is going to post a pic like that ... well, I'm just saying.

[edjames]

Saw it last night and it exceeded all of my expectations (or fears). It was just damn BRILLANT! Loved it.

 

Just give 'em all Tonys!

[MrMiniver]

Saw it last night and it exceeded all of my expectations (or fears). It was just damn BRILLANT! Loved it.

 

Just give 'em all Tonys!

 

I agree. Great show although I do admit to being a bit of a purist. Since the show has already opened in NYC, albeit off Broadway, I just don't think a "transfer" should be eligible for Tony awards. But that's just me.

[edjames]

I agree. Great show although I do admit to being a bit of a purist. Since the show has already opened in NYC, albeit off Broadway, I just don't think a "transfer" should be eligible for Tony awards. But that's just me.

 

Talk to the Tony nominating committee.(LOL)

Oddly enough last year's winner for Best Musical, Fun Home, also started out as a hit off-Broadway show at the Public Theater.

Looks like a repeat sweep this year, too.

[+ WilliamM]

<curmudgeon>

Perhaps WilliamM transgressed by including a picture of a politician in the comedy+tragedy forum;

but at times I avoid the policitics forum and just want some relief; might you be persuaded to suspend

such discussions here?

 

I know that it is not always possible, such as the lively discussion of Gergeyev's association with his government,

but I think we can cut the particular politician in question enough slack to enjoy a historical play.

</curmudgeon>

 

honcho, I saw "Hamilton" two days and one performance after Barack Obama saw it. The photo was posted soon after.

[Kenny]

The Emperor fiddles while Rome burns.

Yes, he should have his nose to the grindstone 24/7, and screw spending time with his kids...at an arts event, no less! What is wrong with that guy???

[Kenny]

If someone is going to post a pic like that ... well, I'm just saying.

We know what you're saying: Black people are lazy. Please, stop saying it. Believe it if you wish, but keep it to yourself in civilized company.

[+ WilliamM]

If someone is going to post a pic like that ... well, I'm just saying.

 

How is posting a picture of Pres. Obama at a Broadway show a problem when your very strong comments against Pres. Johnson are just fine.

[MrMiniver]

Yes, he should have his nose to the grindstone 24/7, and screw spending time with his kids...at an arts event, no less! What is wrong with that guy???

 

You said. Very well, I might add

[MrMiniver]

How is posting a picture of Pres. Obama at a Broadway show a problem when your very strong comments against Pres. Johnson are just fine.

 

Not sure I see the comparison at all.

[+ WilliamM]

Not sure I see the comparison at all.

 

Perhaps you are so used to making negative comments that you do not understand that there are times when people may think you crossed a line & need to respond.

[MrMiniver]

Talk to the Tony nominating committee.(LOL)

Oddly enough last year's winner for Best Musical, Fun Home, also started out as a hit off-Broadway show at the Public Theater.

Looks like a repeat sweep this year, too.

No point talking to the nominating committee, one of the biggest bunch of fools on the planet. Does anyone really take the Tonys seriously anymore?

[MrMiniver]

Perhaps you are so used to making negative comments that you do not understand that there are times when people may think you crossed a line & need to respond.

 

Crossed a line I don't mind. Totally false comparisons I don't.