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Had a lovely evening with aivilo_18 last night. I finally broke my longstanding streak of never winning a theatre lotto when they called my name for Billy Elliot. It was my second time seeing it (first time was on Broadway a couple of years ago) and I enjoyed the dancing and performances very much. But I have to say that like the first time, I found the music largely forgettable. "Solidarity" is the only song I can remember. For Elton John, it's very surprising, since I love so much of his music. So, unlike other musicals I can (and have) seen multiple times, this one isn't in that upper bracket of my favourites. As much as I enjoy the dancing, for a musical I really need to love the songs. Still, a very enjoyable show, and I love the story.
Watching mine workers and cops tap dance made me muse about the musicals they'll make in 30 years about current world events. I wonder how long until a 9/11 musical? I hope never, unless you count the one they did on Skins S2.
Watching mine workers and cops tap dance made me muse about the musicals they'll make in 30 years about current world events. I wonder how long until a 9/11 musical? I hope never, unless you count the one they did on Skins S2.