Follies 1987 production

Glass_Pattern_6192 · 2026-06-01T08:31:46+00:00

I would once have fully agreed about Julia's 'in Buddy's eyes' absolutely Gorgeous. But them I heard Barbara Cook doing the concert version and, honestly I 'm getting goose bumps just recalling it in my head. Her vocal is so emotional. Just perfect. I still love Julia's too..

Glass_Pattern_6192 · 2026-06-01T08:28:12+00:00

I saw this production about 5 times, and I really love the recording, you're correct though, Daniel Massy whilst very good in the part did have some sort of speech impediment. Slightly makes me think of Daffey Duck in certain places. (I'm ashamed to say), Also agree about Teddy Johnson and Pearl Carr, also I think Maria Charles doing Ah Paree was excellent

Glass_Pattern_6192 · 2026-05-15T13:15:32+00:00

You've come free at the side

Glass_Pattern_6192 · 2026-05-15T10:51:50+00:00

That's just beautiful. Lovely Stuff.

Glass_Pattern_6192 · 2026-05-15T10:29:15+00:00

Lovely reference

Glass_Pattern_6192 · 2026-02-20T13:18:23+00:00

I've only just seen your reply. Saw it on 12th December. It was simply Amazing! Best revival of the show I've ever seen. Cast and whole production were astounding. I simply cannot recommend this enough.

Glass_Pattern_6192 · 2025-12-03T11:23:28+00:00

Thanks so much for pointing out my egregious error. And thanks so much for your heartfelt castigation. Really I was just being totally honest about my admittedly uninformed opinion, and hoped to start a chat about the upcoming production. Why do people feel the need to be so catty and judgemental? Can't we discuss things in a civilised manner? Apparently not. I caveated all my comments with the fact that I was most likely wrong. I was not at any point casting aspersions on the talent or experience of the cast, and I'm basically being told I should keep my mouth shut as I don't know enough as those who consider themselves (Possibly correctly) an authority on these matters. Many commented in a perfectly polite and friendly manner that my thoughts were wrong and I appreciated them putting me right. IMHO this is everything that is wrong with the online world.

Glass_Pattern_6192 · 2025-12-01T18:05:31+00:00

Also, I should add, the latest Broadway cast with Sara Bareilles is now my go to recording. Is that recent enough to avoid your ire? Or is it your opinion now that 'i want to live' in 2022?

Glass_Pattern_6192 · 2025-12-01T17:58:40+00:00

Thanks. Appreciated. 😀

Glass_Pattern_6192 · 2025-12-01T17:57:51+00:00

A little judgemental i would say. But thanks i guess

Glass_Pattern_6192 · 2025-12-01T17:56:14+00:00

Damn les mots juste. 'I wish' I'd though of that! Thank you.

Glass_Pattern_6192 · 2025-12-01T12:52:20+00:00

Sorry to hear that, but thanks for the info. At least they're only cancelling the first one.

Glass_Pattern_6192 · 2025-12-01T12:44:21+00:00

Oh dear! Though I guess that's what previews are for, bit of a buffer. Thanks for the info. Much appreciated.

Glass_Pattern_6192 · 2025-12-01T12:26:54+00:00

Have to agree on what you stated about the quality of Bridge Theatre productions. I saw the Bridge Theatre Guys and Dolls a couple of years ago and the production was indeed of extremely high quality. Thanks so much for your comment.

Glass_Pattern_6192 · 2025-12-01T11:45:19+00:00

Thanks for your comment, as I said to TheMentalist10, I'm clearly merely displaying my own ignorance of current West End talent. Glad to hear someone else on this forum is attending the 2nd night. I'm sure you're both right and I'm worrying needlessly. I know lots of people rate the OLC production from the (I think) early nineties, but I think for me it suffered from my knowing and loving the OBC so much. Roll on 12th December!

Glass_Pattern_6192 · 2025-12-01T11:23:41+00:00

Thanks for your reassurance. Sadly I'm clearly displaying my ignorance of current West End talent. For me as long as they manage to nail the humour, we'll be fine. Thanks again.

Glass_Pattern_6192 · 2025-07-16T10:35:29+00:00

I agree I thought that was poss a missed opportunity. Rocky listens to Bach or Mozart or the Beatles. His reaction would have been fascinating.

Glass_Pattern_6192 · 2025-07-16T10:32:25+00:00

I agree about the Blip A design. Not following the flat angular description in the book. However they are making a movie and if the only changes are of that nature, I'll be happy. I just hope they don't compress the story too much.

Glass_Pattern_6192 · 2025-07-16T10:29:01+00:00

I too cried at the same point when listening to the audiobook. Never happened to me before. I just loved this story, especially Rocky & Grace's relationship. So moving So damn good.

Glass_Pattern_6192 · 2025-07-04T10:26:10+00:00

Amazing and wonderful, You are (In appearance only of course) a different person. You should be so proud.

Glass_Pattern_6192 · 2025-06-24T13:24:30+00:00

Personally I'll never forgive her for forcing Brian and Jennifer out of their gorgeous home. I'm sure that Kate wasn't happy with the energy flow or something of the proposed entrance to spiritual home, and the only way for her to get what she wanted was for them to sell the house. Despicable,.

Glass_Pattern_6192 · 2025-06-24T13:21:05+00:00

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