The Good News Just Keeps Rolling In

Aragall · Senior Member

The Good News Just Keeps Rolling In

rwe205t · Member

Great article....thanks for posting.

I am so proud of Taylor.

I am so excited to be going to NYC in August to see Taylor in Grease.

Jewell · Veteran Member

Thanks Aragall. I love that video too, very clear and easy to see. I like the way he shakes his booty when the cone gets to the bottom. He does an excellent Teen Angel IMO. He and Frenchie are really cute in this and I like the background singers too.

-- Edited by Jewell at 21:40, 2008-07-02

BBS420 · Guru

thanks for posting the article, just makes me wish for our trip to get here.

rwe205t · Member

BBS420 wrote:
thanks for posting the article, just makes me wish for our trip to get here.

I look forward to meeting you in NYC....YEA

mikki · Member

BroadwayStar · Senior Member

And good news it is, thanks Aragall for posting the latest Buzz about Taylor

That video is amazing and that part does suit Taylor. Frenchy just stares up at Taylor while he's singing to her, she does a really good job with the part (and doesn't faint). Kirsten is the perfect Frenchy she has everything down perfectly.

Is August here yet?

Nonie · Veteran Member

Another good article, thanks for the post. The date is s l o w l y getting closer to an exciting trip! aww

Aragall · Senior Member

If you liked that one, then you'll love this one:

http://nymag.com/daily/entertainment/2008/07/katie_holmes_not_selling_ticke.html

It seems Katie Holmes is much better at selling magazines than she is at selling Broadway tickets. In today's Post Michael Riedel reports that her upcoming Broadway debut, in Arthur Miller's All My Sons, just isn't the draw that producers had hoped for. Despite brokers' expectations, the girl is no Julia Roberts, "who pretty much sold out Three Days of Rain in One Day of Rain." (To this we can only say: Duh. Who expected Joey Potter to bring in the fans of Shelby Eatenton Latcherie?) Riedel explains that Holmes, unlike the last Mrs. Tom Cruise (and unlike Daniel Radcliffe in Equus a few blocks away), doesn't get naked onstage. Also, the economy isn't great these days: "People aren't shelling out $110 for a play anymore," one broker says. "It doesn't matter who's in it." (This explanation we don't buy, mainly because of two words in last week's column: Taylor Hicks.)

-- Edited by Aragall at 00:51, 2008-07-03

Nonie · Veteran Member

Aragall wrote:

If you liked that one, then you'll love this one:

http://nymag.com/daily/entertainment/2008/07/katie_holmes_not_selling_ticke.html

It seems Katie Holmes is much better at selling magazines than she is at selling Broadway tickets. In today's Post Michael Riedel reports that her upcoming Broadway debut, in Arthur Miller's All My Sons, just isn't the draw that producers had hoped for. Despite brokers' expectations, the girl is no Julia Roberts, "who pretty much sold out Three Days of Rain in One Day of Rain." (To this we can only say: Duh. Who expected Joey Potter to bring in the fans of Shelby Eatenton Latcherie?) Riedel explains that Holmes, unlike the last Mrs. Tom Cruise (and unlike Daniel Radcliffe in Equus a few blocks away), doesn't get naked onstage. Also, the economy isn't great these days: "People aren't shelling out $110 for a play anymore," one broker says. "It doesn't matter who's in it." (This explanation we don't buy, mainly because of two words in last week's column: Taylor Hicks.)

-- Edited by Aragall at 00:51, 2008-07-03

**pulls out checkbook to verify that yes, people will pay $110 or MORE to see a Broadway Grease Production featuring Taylor Hicks**

Thanks Aragall for the post and link. I hadn't seen this article yet, and it has made me do this-------------- biggrin

-- Edited by Nonie at 01:42, 2008-07-03

DogsandBirds · Guru

Shows my credit card receipt for the 121.50 charge TWICE.

People want to see something, they pay. I am going to see it again and it will be my FOURTH time!

BBS420 · Guru

DogsandBirds wrote:
Shows my credit card receipt for the 121.50 charge TWICE.

People want to see something, they pay. I am going to see it again and it will be my FOURTH time!

wish I lived closer.

Aragall · Senior Member

DogsandBirds wrote:
Shows my credit card receipt for the 121.50 charge TWICE.

People want to see something, they pay. I am going to see it again and it will be my FOURTH time!

And I'll bet, unlike what the chroll commentor claimed, you won't go into foreclosure because of it! Have a great time, D&B!

Aragall · Senior Member

Jewell wrote:
Thanks Aragall. I love that video too, very clear and easy to see. I like the way he shakes his booty when the cone gets to the bottom. He does an excellent Teen Angel IMO. He and Frenchie are really cute in this and I like the background singers too.

-- Edited by Jewell at 21:40, 2008-07-02

I have to admit, I have a girl crush on Kirsten Wyatt. I think she is the cutest little thing. I just adore her innocent little, "What?" after Taylor sings the line about the hooker.

Now....shaking off the girl crush.....As for Taylor's bootay shake....just step over me when I hit the floor. I have re-run that video so many times. I was lurking at AI a couple of days ago in a thread about "Who had IT from the beginning?" They should have posted this video in that thread. That would have answered the question.

DogsandBirds · Guru

Think I can afford to splurge every now and then! (hums "She works hard for her money...")

-- Edited by DogsandBirds at 02:22, 2008-07-03

BBS420 · Guru

DogsandBirds wrote:
Think I can afford to splurge every now and then! (hums "She works hard for her money..."

I agree, a girl has to treat herself. It only took me 20 years to make hubby see things my way!!

Judy · Senior Member

Another great review,thanks for posting it Aragall ! If something makes you happy as this play obviously does for so many of us,the price of the tickets is well worth the rewards ! I agree 100% about working hard for the money and splurging once and awhile !

-- Edited by Judy at 02:36, 2008-07-03

Aragall · Senior Member

DogsandBirds wrote:
Think I can afford to splurge every now and then! (hums "She works hard for her money...")

-- Edited by DogsandBirds at 02:22, 2008-07-03

***LOL***

hairdresser25667 · Member

GreaseFan4Ever wrote:

I agree with what the article said. Taylor Hicks is perfect for this small part on Broadway. I think that it\'s his true calling. Maybe now he\'ll give up trying to make records and focus on what he\'s capable of.

Start out on the bottom and work your way to the top. Start out on the top and the only place to go is down. biggrin

Sandra_Dee · Newbie

GreaseFan4Ever wrote:

I agree with what the article said. Taylor Hicks is perfect for this small part on Broadway. I think that it\'s his true calling. Maybe now he\'ll give up trying to make records and focus on what he\'s capable of.

Normally, I wouldn't take sides on these boards and just remain a lurker but wow, you just dissed the same role that has been performed by the likes of Chubby Checker, John Farnham (Little River Band), Frankie Avalon, Jennifer Holliday (Grammy winner - also has a new album coming out this year), and Al Jarreau (7 time grammy winner). Heck, I think even Richard Gere was an understudy for this role. If memory serves I think it was one of his first acting roles. How does the phrase go - There are no small parts just trolls with small ... uh ... minds.

Sandra_Dee · Newbie

Well for the record, it will now and forever more be listed in the same sentence as those great actors in any broadway database since they all played Teen Angel. As to whether Taylor Hicks is the same caliber as the rest of these actors, I have no idea. I haven't seen the play yet but plan too. I have considered your opinion as to his talents and weighed them carefully and yet I still plan on going. However, I thank you for your kind warning.

Jewell · Veteran Member

griz wrote:
Aragall wrote:
American Idol Season 5 Winner Taylor Hicks a Hit on Broadway
http://www.thecelebritycafe.com/features/17714.html

2-Jul-2008
Written by: Steve Ruback

Grease has been extremely popular, largely in part to Hickss performances.

Taylor Hicks, the season five winner of the wildly popular reality program, American Idol, is currently playing Teen Angel in the Broadway performance of Grease. Though reviews for the musical have been far from positive, it has been an extremely strong commercial success thus far.

The New York Post is reporting that Hickss appearances have been worth an astounding $150,000 in extra ticket sales per week. The American Idol stars summer gig not only includes singing, but has also featured Hicks playing the harmonica on stage.

In an interview conducted with Broadway.com, Hicks was asked whether or not he was enjoying his first taste of performing on Broadway.

Hicks displayed his exuberance over the opportunity by saying, I love it! I think the part suits me perfectly, and it allows me to get a toe wet on Broadway. It's a great way for me to start exploring the idea of an acting career and learn what Broadway is all about.

The American Idol winner debuted as Teen Angel on Broadway back on June 6 and will continue playing the role throughout the summer.

If you are interested in visualizing a performance of Hicks from the June 10 production of Grease, check out the following video:

Thanks for bringing that over here!! OMG! What a great reception NYC is giving him and rightfully so! The guy is single-handedly winning over thousands of casual and serious theater goers, isn't he? That's what *stars* do! ;)

Undoubtedly, producers are making notes on his drawing power and how he is bringing in $150,000 more per week to Grease. How wonderful for everyone!!

Taylor, along with the other cast members of Grease, is filling the seats and he's been getting a lot of positive press. This is a great start of an acting career if that's the route he choses to go. He's getting rave reviews in the real world.

-- Edited by Jewell at 22:40, 2008-07-03

hs5sunny · Senior Member

This is all just SO terrific, for Taylor and for Grease, I'm doing the happy dance!!!!

mssonny · Veteran Member

Sandra_Dee wrote:

Normally, I wouldn't take sides on these boards and just remain a lurker but wow, you just dissed the same role that has been performed by the likes of Chubby Checker, John Farnham (Little River Band), Frankie Avalon, Jennifer Holliday (Grammy winner - also has a new album coming out this year), and Al Jarreau (7 time grammy winner). Heck, I think even Richard Gere was an understudy for this role. If memory serves I think it was one of his first acting roles. How does the phrase go - There are no small parts just trolls with small ... uh ... minds.

LOL

RCS

just sayin

-- Edited by mssonny at 18:10, 2008-07-03