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 moljul
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| posted: 5/5/2011 at 5:52:50 PM ET
Just wondering if we can count on any reports.
"Particular mention must be made of Bernadette Peters, who turns up briefly in a sort of sparkly Glinda the Good costume. She's the reluctant muse sent to help Alice with her writing. The muse is dressed like Oz, sounds like Queens and behaves like a bored student adviser." Alice Film Review, The New York Times, December 25, 1990
"I'm one star away from Dolly Parton ... and Raymond Massey is between us. I hope we don't suffocate him." Bernadette Peters receiving her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, April 24, 1987
|  Jean
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6/7/2003 | posted: 5/7/2011 at 11:39:44 PM ET
I was at the May 7 performance; considering that it was the first it was quite good (and I'm sure it will get even better). The sets are fabulous, as are the costumes (it's easy to see where the money went).
Just a few words about the performers: Linda Lavin, Elaine Paige, Terri White (of the Follies "girls") were especially good, with Lavin being rather spectacular.
Of the 4 principals, all were very good. This is a good role for Bernadette, but if you're used to seeing her as a light romantic comic, you are in for quite a ride! She dances, in the "Whos That Woman" number, quite like the Bernadette of the 1970s. Also, she sings a song in a higher key (?) than I'm used to hearing, or else she's in her "head" voice: really something! Of course she looks great, the 2 costumes suit her. (I like the idea that she does not have to carry the entire show,and that there are other principal roles.)
All in all I had a great time, this is the best Follies I've seen.
(Oh, Richard Chamberlain was sitting next to me, very quiet, but very appreciative of the show, applauded much, laughed, and stood up when the principals came out at curtain call.)
| moljul
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| posted: 5/8/2011 at 12:33:40 AM ET
Thank you, Jean, for reporting back. I am so excited about this. I only wish I didn't have to wait until June to see it.
Hoping for more reports from other board members. Keep 'em coming!
"Particular mention must be made of Bernadette Peters, who turns up briefly in a sort of sparkly Glinda the Good costume. She's the reluctant muse sent to help Alice with her writing. The muse is dressed like Oz, sounds like Queens and behaves like a bored student adviser." Alice Film Review, The New York Times, December 25, 1990
"I'm one star away from Dolly Parton ... and Raymond Massey is between us. I hope we don't suffocate him." Bernadette Peters receiving her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, April 24, 1987
| Crick
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3/6/2003 | posted: 5/8/2011 at 10:36:27 AM ET
I'll be seeing it May 25th and May 26th. Cannot wait. From what I am reading on BWW and ATC, everyone says it is fantastic and that Bernadette is wonderful, especially her rendition of "Losing my Mind".
| Jean
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6/7/2003 | posted: 5/10/2011 at 6:50:12 AM ET
By the way, if you attend the performance at the Kennedy Center, be sure to pick up the Kennedy Center magazine (the one with the "Follies" logo on the cover) it has a nice article on Follies on the first few pages with a lovely picture of the 4 principals. (I scanned the photo and sent it to the photos section on this site, not sure if/when it will be posted.)
(Just to be clear, this is not the Playbill, it is the larger magazine.)
| moljul
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| posted: 5/10/2011 at 10:40:28 AM ET
Jean,
Can you just attach the photo to your posting? Would love to see it.
"Particular mention must be made of Bernadette Peters, who turns up briefly in a sort of sparkly Glinda the Good costume. She's the reluctant muse sent to help Alice with her writing. The muse is dressed like Oz, sounds like Queens and behaves like a bored student adviser." Alice Film Review, The New York Times, December 25, 1990
"I'm one star away from Dolly Parton ... and Raymond Massey is between us. I hope we don't suffocate him." Bernadette Peters receiving her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, April 24, 1987
|  Kevin
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| posted: 5/10/2011 at 4:20:46 PM ET
I posted the picture in the Photo link: album.
-Kevin
Webmaster of Bernadette-Peters.com
| moljul
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| posted: 5/10/2011 at 5:37:10 PM ET
Danny and Bernadette actually make a nice looking couple.
Thanks Jean and Kevin.
"Particular mention must be made of Bernadette Peters, who turns up briefly in a sort of sparkly Glinda the Good costume. She's the reluctant muse sent to help Alice with her writing. The muse is dressed like Oz, sounds like Queens and behaves like a bored student adviser." Alice Film Review, The New York Times, December 25, 1990
"I'm one star away from Dolly Parton ... and Raymond Massey is between us. I hope we don't suffocate him." Bernadette Peters receiving her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, April 24, 1987
|  leebee
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| posted: 5/11/2011 at 12:03:56 PM ET
Enjoying the fan reports. Beautiful photo. Looks like I will be seeing the show towards the end of the run, so looking forward to this!
| Jean
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6/7/2003 | posted: 5/13/2011 at 7:23:51 PM ET
"PHOTO CALL: A First Look at Kennedy Center's Follies, With Bernadette Peters and Jan Maxwell" from Playbill, May 13.
What a treasure!
Photos from Follies (Playbill, May 13)
| Jean
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6/7/2003 | posted: 5/17/2011 at 5:33:33 PM ET
"How to Dress a Legend: A Tour of Follies' New Costumes" from Playbill.com, May 17, 2011
Follies Costumes from Playbill, May 17, 2011
(I double posted this article, not sure where it belongs!)
| Jean
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6/7/2003 | posted: 5/21/2011 at 9:51:26 AM ET
Bernadette and Follies featured on NPR, Weekend Edition, May 21.
Bernadette Peters Revives Sondheim's 'Follies' (NPR, May 21, 2011)
| All About BP
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Will this be reviewed by the NY Times or any NY papers?
| Jean
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6/7/2003 | posted: 5/22/2011 at 5:46:15 PM ET
According to sightings at the opening on May 21, there were critics from the NY Times and talkinbroadway, plus a bunch of others I am not familiar with (except that that they are critics). I am sure the Washington Post will review. So, you can start looking for reviews tomorrow, although I would not be surprised if some reviews are on the internet later tonight.
| Jean
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6/7/2003 | posted: 5/22/2011 at 6:36:46 PM ET
The first review is up on the internet, I started a separate section for reviews.
| moljul
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Fav. BP CD: I'll Be Your Baby Tonight
Fav. BP Song: Dublin Lady
| posted: 5/23/2011 at 4:28:46 PM ET
More Photos:
http://broadwayworld.com/article/Photo-Coverage-New-Photos-from-FOLLIES-at-the-Kennedy-Center-20110523
And a video:
http://broadwayworld.com/article/STAGE-TUBE-Behind-the-Scenes-at-Kennedy-Centers-FOLLIES-20110523
"Particular mention must be made of Bernadette Peters, who turns up briefly in a sort of sparkly Glinda the Good costume. She's the reluctant muse sent to help Alice with her writing. The muse is dressed like Oz, sounds like Queens and behaves like a bored student adviser." Alice Film Review, The New York Times, December 25, 1990
"I'm one star away from Dolly Parton ... and Raymond Massey is between us. I hope we don't suffocate him." Bernadette Peters receiving her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, April 24, 1987
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