Pajama Game
So we had a BLAST last night at The Pajama Game! It was so nice to be sitting in a comfortable theater (American Airlines Theater) excited to see Kelli and some other friends do their thing. And it was sooo fun!
First off--The orchestrations (by genius MD David Chase) are amazing! --Jazzy and fresh, perfectly suited to Harry's singing style. And the cast owns the show and has so much fun, that you feel like you're seeing a new musical. Bravo to director Kathleen Marshall for keeping it light and tight.
As for all the hype about Kelli's BABE and Harry's SID being the sexiest couple on Broadway--it's pretty true. Of course, I'm partial to Katie and I, so let's call it a tie. He's a total stud, and she's a total 'babe' and they have great chemistry and fun up there together.
And bravo to Harry on his bway debut. He's such a unique presence, truly a star.
He was so good...I thought for a second about the idea of who's replacing him if/when they extend/Harry opts not to extend. With the new replacement Tony award, I'd bet the producers are looking for another star name.
Kinda hurts my chances, but that's what this business is becoming. As long as the next star is as talented as Harry and not simply a name...
Oh, before i forget--mark your calendars! Unofficially--Thursday June 15th, The Light in the Piazza will be broadcast LIVE from Lincoln Center! Not sure what channel (I'm pretty sure it's PBS/Channel 13 in NYC). Pretty cool :)
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THE PIAZZA NEWS IS THE BEST NEWS THIS YEAR! please thank whoever made this possible!
AHHHHHHH!!!!! (About the Piazza news)
YAY!!!!!!!!!!thats amazing!! i will definitely tape that and watch it!
im so mad i cant see kelli in the pajama game its totally sold out. im sure shes fantastic though!
Hurrah!!!! We West-Coasters thank you :-D
david chase is indeed a genius, but aren't the orchestrations by danny troob & dick lieb? david chase handled the vocal and dance arrangements.
Is the live performance a PBS thing nationwide? If you could get any further info on this, I'm sure many fans would be appreciative. Thanks!
yay! I love that I get to see Piazza again... FOR FREE! not that anything beats sitting 3rd row at Lincoln Center... but still... the most beautiful show I've ever seen right from my own home. ye gads...
thank you!
YAAAY! this TOTALLY made my day!!
also-i'm glad you liked PJ game! makes me want to see it more now (except for the fact that it's sold out! lol)
Totaly agree with Charlotte! Woot for west-coasters! I'm glad you liked PG and had so much fun :) Thanks for the Piazza news too!
I saw Light in the Piazza on Tuesday night and found the performances in general to be just wonderful. Yours, in particular, was very lovely - nuanced, tender, humorous and beatifully sung. Your acting work was strong and specific, and your Italian had a natural ease and grace. I thought you and Ms. Clarke worked magic together, playing each moment exquisitely attuned to one another. You both truly evoked the essence of young love, with its longing, anxiety, and exhilaration. Bravo! Keep your eye on your goals as an artist. They are serving you well and will not lead you astray. Good luck.
I'm so glad that you had a great time at the show, and thank you so much for the news! I can't wait!
Please, Please, Please, Let the PBS broadcast be national! Please oh please oh please!
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