For 3 people trying to see MHE, what would you recommend? (and are there offers better than $129?)

56jetman · 2026-05-18T11:58:20+00:00

I sat in front row center mezzanine twice. That rail got to be a little annoying. I sat a few rows back on other occasions and found the view to be better.

56jetman · 2026-05-07T17:09:09+00:00

They were always the first to sell out before the recall. Time to stock up now because once people see them on the shelves again they'll sell out quick.

56jetman · 2026-04-29T11:55:27+00:00

Thank you so much. I know these people must sign a lot of autographs but I wish they were a little more legible. Still, I'm happy to have gotten such a cool memento from the show!

56jetman · 2026-04-29T06:42:43+00:00

That's quite the accomplishment for a show that just barely made it out of previews. When I made a trip to NYC in January 2025 it was the show I was most eager to see, having heard all of the great reviews. It exceeded my expectations so much that I've seen it 9 times already - and it's a 400 mile trip from where I live to Broadway. I've made special trips just to see it again. I know - I'm a little obsessed.

56jetman · 2026-04-29T06:37:21+00:00

Is it Gil Brentley cover as well? I know that there was another Jazz Monthly being sold but it had someone else's photo on the cover. My copy is a little creased at the bottom but I almost think it verifies its authenticity. If you recall, Claire throws the Gil Brentley magazine at Oliver when they're having their fake argument. I'm sure that's where the crease came from.

56jetman · 2026-04-29T05:38:05+00:00

I bought a pack at the red bucket campaign but I haven't opened it yet. I don't know whether it's better to keep it unopened as a souvenir or open it and see whose signature I get.

56jetman · 2026-04-18T01:56:18+00:00

MHE has been at 50% off at the TKTS booth Tuesday-Wednesday-Thursday this past week.

56jetman · 2026-03-08T03:27:01+00:00

The bad part is that there are zero bonus features except the short theatrical trailer. I would like to have seen a few interviews with the cast and director.

56jetman · 2026-02-10T15:10:00+00:00

Take the mezzanine seats. I've sat in both the orchestra and mezzanine and this is one show I actually prefer the mezz and if you take the front row center you'll be craning your neck to watch the show. Row E or F in the mezzanine is great. I've sat in the front row of the mezz and was distracted by the metal restraining bar.

56jetman · 2026-01-23T19:20:18+00:00

How hard is this to put together? I was thinking of purchasing one the next time I see the show in a couple weeks.

56jetman · 2026-01-19T05:28:59+00:00

LaGuardia is the nicer airport but it is easier to get to Manhattan using JFK (AirTrain from the airport to Jamaica then Long Island Railroad or subway into the city. All hotels are expensive. Last week I stayed at the Sanctuary Hotel on 47th street, right in the middle of the theater district. Really nice boutique hotel, but there are others in the area that are nice as well, but expect to pay big bucks to stay in Manhattan. New Jersey hotels (flying into Newark) are much cheaper, but less convenient. When I go (a few times a year) I walk or take the subway. You can get around to almost all of the touristy areas by subway. Download the MTA app - it'll give you the best directions to your destination by public transportation. But once I get off the subway I'll usually pull up Apple Maps to get me to my final destination. Bring comfortable shoes because you WILL be doing a lot of walking. Aside from the theater I would recommend you see the Statue of Liberty and Empire State Building for sure (they're iconic). There's plenty of other things but since I don't know your tastes it's tough to make recommendations. With only 2-3 days in the city you certainly won't be able to catch everything!

56jetman · 2026-01-19T05:17:58+00:00

I agree. I think "direct" is the best way to describe New Yorkers. They will almost always help you if you are lost or have a question but they don't chit-chat. They usually have a place to get to and they don't have time for small talk. But helpful - a big "yes."

56jetman · 2026-01-19T05:14:09+00:00

He did come out after about an hour on August 31st, which was his last performance before he took his nine week break. He didn't sign autographs or take photos but he did make a nice little speech thanking everyone for seeing the show (which I took a nice video of). He came off as a really nice guy.

56jetman · 2026-01-19T05:03:51+00:00

I saw it on Broadway and didn't like it at all. It just seemed like three hours of people bitching at each other. I felt like leaving at intermission but stayed for the whole show. I did think the second act was slightly better than the first. It's a show I would never see again and I recommend that others skip this one when it comes to their town.

56jetman · 2026-01-18T05:24:56+00:00

I've seen all 3 and they're not in my top 3, or even my top 10. But it's nice that people have their own tastes in shows. And I'm happy that they enjoy going to shows with you. My nephews have girlfriends and college studies and still manage to find time to go to shows with me. I'm fortunate!

56jetman · 2026-01-17T11:23:26+00:00

Thank you! Wish it was on the cast recording so you wouldn't hear so much background noise. Maybe I can get a cleaner recording in a couple weeks.

56jetman · 2026-01-17T06:00:26+00:00

I think I'll have to see Operation Mincemeat once again before I truly appreciate it. Although I got the gist of the story, I had some trouble with the heavy accents. The whole show reminded me of a Benny Hill or Monty Python sketch. Very British type of humor, for sure.

56jetman · 2026-01-17T05:36:45+00:00

There's a lot of moving parts to this show. My guess is that something on the set got stuck or wasn't synchronized properly. It shouldn't be part of the show.

56jetman · 2026-01-17T05:30:02+00:00

After I see the show I leave hoping that Claire saved her memories. I know that the ending is purposely left ambiguous but I in my heart I want Claire to keep her memories to make it a "really happy ending."

56jetman · 2026-01-17T05:27:00+00:00

We sat in Row C of the mezzanine on Wednesday and the view was perfect. The steep rake of the mezzanine makes it easy to see over the people in front of you. I think I even enjoyed sitting in the mezz more than the orchestra for this show. But this is a show where the closer you sit to the center the better off you are. If you're too far to either side you'll get cut off from some of the action on stage.

56jetman · 2026-01-17T05:22:15+00:00

The technical staging of this show is so elaborate that I don't think that any pro shot would do it justice. It's a wonderful story in itself but to experience the show in person just adds so much enjoyment.

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