Anybody watch the Tony Awards? What did you think? (movie, days, singer)
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I’ve always wondered who watches. Just live theater geeks? Just New Yorkers? The mildly curious? I know there are thater lovers beyond NYC who go to touring productions of the hit shows. Any of them watch?
As to Sunday’s show, I think it was speedier and slicker without the written schtick the WGA normally contributes. Hate to see writers lose their jobs, but I would like it if all the award shows moved this quickly. I presume the usual suspects might have been upset with recognition and celebration of gay and gender nonconforming award winners (presenters too), but of course theater has always been a haven for these folks. Also interesting that two plays focused on ant semitism took top awards.
I look forward to seeing some of the shows/performances I haven’t seen yet. And to all non new Yorkers — support live theater!
I’ve always wondered who watches. Just live theater geeks? Just New Yorkers? The mildly curious? I know there are thater lovers beyond NYC who go to touring productions of the hit shows. Any of them watch?
And theater lovers beyond NYC who try to travel to the city a couple times a year to see current shows on Broadway [raises hand]
I was out with family until about 10pm last night, and watched much of the show on fast forward when I got home. It went a lot smoother than I expected, and I think that's largely due to Ariana Debose. For someone who is still relatively new to celebrity status, she did an outstanding job. Hosting the show is difficult enough, but hosting with no script? She killed it.
Most of the nominated musicals are shows that either I'm not particularly fond of or I haven't had a chance to see yet. But I was thrilled to see Alex Newell win Featured Actor. I've watched him since The Glee Project, then Glee, then saw him in Once on this Island on Broadway (front row with my toes in the sand!! , the Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist. He's incredibly talented. This performance always gives me goosebumps: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vVfxZvBaTmQ
I skim award shows. Most of the acceptance speeches give the interminable credit roll at the end of a Marvel CGI film a run for most boring and tedious minutes in an art lovers life.
Not impressed by Shucks, noted all the revivals, surprised that Joel Grey & friend just did a walk-on and left. The singer during the memorium was perfect. Whatever your politics, the sly dig at Florida's grand wizard... err... governor before handing out an educational award was great writing, placement, and timing.
I'd love to see the one woman show, but probably would enjoy it more in a more intimate black box theatre.
As for gender/sex, I couldn't care less - IF the individual can act and knows their craft. If it is used as a crutch, or just another ego-booster and way to gain visibility, not interested.
Where movie theatres will probably largely disappear in the U.S., Broadway will suffer from a different type of financial hardship that will eventually require public funding for it to continue.
With ticket prices so high, the average person cannot afford to attend most, if any, Broadway shows.
"The average price for a Broadway ticket is between $100 and $150 depending on the time of year, the seat location, and how popular a show is - the most popular shows can be over $200 or even $300 a ticket. "
Yes- I know there are many ways to buy discounted tickets, but I have a life and I cannot go through hoops trying to get a discounted ticket. Stand in line on the same day and hope there are tickets at TKTS Discount Ticket Booth. Try Broadway Box and other websites.
Some stats pre-covid (2018–2019 season)
The average age of the Broadway theatregoer was 42.3 years old.
The average annual household income of the Broadway theatregoer was $261,000.
Respondents reported having paid an average of $145.60 per ticket.
The average reported date of ticket purchase for a Broadway show was 47 days before the performance.
Approximately 35% of those attendances were by people from the New York City metropolitan area.
I used to love the Tony's and the Grammy's the most. But they turned into a political platform so I stopped. I no longer wish to support people who hate everything I stand for.
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With ticket prices so high, the average person cannot afford to attend most, if any, Broadway shows.
"The average price for a Broadway ticket is between $100 and $150 depending on the time of year, the seat location, and how popular a show is - the most popular shows can be over $200 or even $300 a ticket. "
Yes- I know there are many ways to buy discounted tickets, but I have a life and I cannot go through hoops trying to get a discounted ticket. Stand in line on the same day and hope there are tickets at TKTS Discount Ticket Booth. Try Broadway Box and other websites.
Some stats pre-covid (2018–2019 season)
The average age of the Broadway theatregoer was 42.3 years old.
The average annual household income of the Broadway theatregoer was $261,000.
Respondents reported having paid an average of $145.60 per ticket.
The average reported date of ticket purchase for a Broadway show was 47 days before the performance.
Approximately 35% of those attendances were by people from the New York City metropolitan area.
I'm surprised that Broadway tickets are so cheap! Here in Seattle, tickets to "1776" at the 5th Avenue Theater for a decent seat are $159.
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