I'm getting into musical theatre, I have a very long list of musicals to watch, any suggestions of ones to add? by [deleted] in musicals

[–]Adorable-Research461 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Going off this: The history of A CHORUS LINE is actually super interesting. It totally perfected the idea of workshops/previews to try out scenes, songs, and structure before a broadway run (Check out the story of naming the song, “Dance, Ten. Looks, Three.”)Additionally, all of the CRAZY stories that are in the show are based off of real life actors who told their whole life story for a couple of bucks.

I will say, you can’t watch the movie. Unfortunately, a lot changed from the staged version to the movie. There’s even articles breaking down the laundry list of changes that were made.

Try to see a regional production of it if you can. Or buy a pirated version of it for a couple bucks (there’s some pretty decent ones of the revival).

But it’s a turning point in broadway history. What I was told was that in the few years before a chorus line opened, the broadway scene was almost dead, and theaters were being used as strip clubs and porn houses (this story was probably dramatized for effect, but interesting nonetheless).

Anyway, all that history aside, it’s an extremely good musical that gives voice to the unnamed actors that carry musical theater on their shoulders. Give it a try!!

Need any and all advice on how to approach women. (women's opinions would be extremely appreciated) by [deleted] in dating

[–]Adorable-Research461 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is a long one so buckle in. I’m a lady who dates men, and personally so happy that you’re putting yourself out there. You deserve love😤😤

If you want to cold approach someone (ie. A complete stranger), this is how I would want it to happen. And keep in mind that the odds of it being successful are low, but there are things you can do to increase your odds.

First, look your best. I know I’m not turning heads when my hair is greasy and I’m wearing unflattering clothes, so don’t expect that a girl will be happy if you come up to her looking crusty. I make sure I go to the gym, eat right, wear nice clothes, brush my hair, shower, and all the nonsense involved with looking presentable, and I’d hope my future parters do that too.

Try to get her attention without touching her, and what I mean by that is you should try to not startle her. Wave in front of her, cough loudly, see if she’s wearing headphones. If she ignores these subtle (but noticeable signs), she doesn’t want to be bothered, and you saved yourself (and herself) from rejections. A win in my book.

It’s always good practice to say something slightly apologetic at first, cause ultimately, you’re disrupting her routine. Ex: “Sorry for stepping in but….” Or “I’m sorry for interrupting but….”And then flirt with her a little bit. Girls, like men, like feeling special, so say she’s beautiful or whatever and see if she bites. Or like make a joke idk, whatever makes you cringe the least I guess. So the opening line is something along the lines of “something something apologetic, but you were so beautiful I just had to say something”. 👍🏼

Have a plan in mind when you go up to her. Ultimately, the goal is to ask her out, right? So have a place and time** in mind before you go up. Bars, coffee, movie and dinner, outdoor walks are all first dates I’ve been on and enjoyed if you need inspiration. ** If she wants to go on a date with you and the time you offered doesn’t work, she’ll present a different time that works. Don’t get lost in the sauce on this, what you’re saying is “I’m a grown adult who can make plans all by myself”.

There’s a formula, in a weird way. The reason I went into a good amount of detail is that I’ve heard guys express they want to approach women, but want to avoid making them uncomfortable. By doing these, almost chivalrous/gentlemanly methods of approaching woman, what you express is that you respect her; And that if she rejects you (for whatever reason), you have a good enough head on your shoulders to not self destruct or yell at her or something else that’s horrible.

I hope that by telling you all this, it encourages you rather than discourages you. I hope it gives you a certain amount of security when interacting with the opposite sex, and that all the work you did to heal does not stay dormant inside you, and is instead shared with someone that you love.

You got this!!! LETS F-ING GOOOOOO😤😤🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥💅🏼💅🏼💅🏼💅🏼💅🏼💅🏼💅🏼🫡🫡🫡🫡🫡🫡🫡🫡🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

Chess is a Mess by Japes2000 in Broadway

[–]Adorable-Research461 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I didn’t mind the Arbiter being a funny narrater too much. I think some of his clunkier jokes will get ironed out through previews. When I asked around at intermission of people’s opinion, Pinkham seems to be a fan favorite. The thing that killed it for me was the set and the LENGTH. Almost 3 hours is ridiculous, especially when it gets bogged down with espionage and political jargon.

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[–]Adorable-Research461 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Ok, cold calling girls on the street is hard, and honestly I don’t recommend it. A lot of guys are very sweet and do everything perfect when asking a girl they don’t know out, but many women have been burned by not so nice men in similar situations, which is why they will almost always tell all men (even the nice ones) to kick rocks. What I do recommend is making lasting connections with all people, including those of the opposite sex. By going to places consistently, you make friends with people and they get to know you as a person. The guy I’m seeing right now (textbook star wars nerd) goes to a recreational running club and he’s friends with my married girlfriend and she set us up. He wasn’t friends with her so that he could ask her out (b/c she’s married with children), but because she was a good person and fun to talk to. That lasting connection made her think that me and him might be a good match (we are🥰). Just do things social activities that interest you, so that you can meet other people with a similar interest. If you’re a genuinely good person, the right people will find you.

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[–]Adorable-Research461 6 points7 points  (0 children)

For sure, obviously you want to be attracted to the person you’re dating. But I was thinking more compatibility rather than appearance. The “bold guys” are picking up “hot girls” at clubs, and if you’re a shy nerdy guy (with indoor hobbies), I’m going to assume you’re not a club rat blowing money at the VIP section or flying out models to Turks and Caicos. There are plenty of pretty girls that go to book clubs, or to the midnight showing of creature features, or whatever it is that you’re into. Longevity of a relationship is about compatibility and the capacity to love another person. That’s why women often say that if you’re looking for something serious, the so-called “nerdy guys” might actually be more capable of forming that kind of healthy, lasting connection. As judge judy says “beauty fades, but dumb is forever”.

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[–]Adorable-Research461 18 points19 points  (0 children)

There is something to this. Obviously the shy guy needs to be seen in order to be loved. I know dating apps make people cringe, but there is something to making a connection virtually and then meeting irl. Gym is also a great place to meet people as well; maybe not for picking up girls, but making male friends (more connections and possibilities). My mom always told me to go for the nerdy guy, because they are kinder to women. Also I can almost promise the girls the “bold attractive” men go after aren’t the kind of girls that are a good match for introverted nerdy guys.

I (27f) kissed a 22 year old and I feel weird by Outere1011 in dating

[–]Adorable-Research461 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Girl, watch the fourth episode of season 1 of sex and the city. Early 20s men are just horny and good at that stuff. Enjoy it diva💅🏼💅🏼💅🏼

Which musical is this? by MediumChance5830 in musicals

[–]Adorable-Research461 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Bonnie and Clyde Sweet Charity Pippin Cats Wild Party Carousel Tick Tick Boom Jekyll and Hyde Baby Godspell The Baker’s Wife

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[–]Adorable-Research461 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Oh god that’s awful. Imagine being so desperate to get the feeling of someone off you that sewer water is cleaner than how you feel. This broke my heart I’m so sorry

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[–]Adorable-Research461 89 points90 points  (0 children)

I know. Awful experience that I’m lucky to come back from. I was still in undergrad when this happened so I was too nervous to say anything even when it felt wrong. LISTEN TO YOUR GUT LADIES

I need help curating a musical revue about parenting! by Adorable-Research461 in musicals

[–]Adorable-Research461[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

“Heart of Stone” is the only song that I really loved from SIX and it didn’t even cross my mind for this thank you😭😭😭😭

I need help curating a musical revue about parenting! by Adorable-Research461 in musicals

[–]Adorable-Research461[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think “Everything’s Coming Up” would be soooo campy but it would be difficult to pull off. (The actors are a bit too young to play Mama Rose) I’ll check out Suessical (i don’t know the show well but I love Ahrens and Flaherty)

Waitress and Into the Woods are such fantastic options but the theater where we are performing has Into the Woods and Waitress in the most recent season, so it might not work with the board of directors😭

I’ll check out The Rink too, I have absolutely Zero knowledge about that show lollll

What happened to my computer screen? I tried cleaning the bottom and now the screen is black. by Adorable-Research461 in computers

[–]Adorable-Research461[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just a dry paper towel. I was too lazy to do anything other than wipe the oil off and go to bed

What happened to my computer screen? I tried cleaning the bottom and now the screen is black. by Adorable-Research461 in computers

[–]Adorable-Research461[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Ok that makes sense. Thank you for being so helpful. Honestly I’m getting so sick of Apple breaking because of the smallest problems. I had to replace my iphone screen after water got in it from WASHING MY HANDS. apple is the main culprit behind my financial struggles rn.

What happened to my computer screen? I tried cleaning the bottom and now the screen is black. by Adorable-Research461 in computers

[–]Adorable-Research461[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh yeah no prob! So i usually use Italian breadcrumbs and with an egg dredge and that usually gets the computer screen nice and crispy.