INTO THE WOODS, WA

Ok guys...this is my outlook on things from an outsider, students perspective. First off and foremost, this is a thread about reviews (in particular Into the Woods). Not about who is getting paid, or what is professional and amateur theatre. There are threads for those types of topics, and if not- go create one, instead of messing up this thread with bitching and moaning. I haven't gone to watch the show as of yet, and the reason is simple, - Time. At present most of the waapa students, and uni students have exams, and big things on at this time. We just finished with Gilbert and Sullivan a la carte / Trial by Jury. I'd love to see the show, and I will, as soon as I am free (before it closes). I think its a bad kept secret about the whole being paid as a performer thing. I think all those in the theatre circles, know how this issue came about, but the point is this- if you are not in a YGT show, then stop going on about it. It's not your business, and its for the performer to take it up with the Managers of yellow glass. No point bitching and moaning about it. If you dont want to do a show with them, cause you feel they're profiteering- dont audition, but dont come and write posts, asking "are they being paid" or not. I think its fair to say that Yellow Glass has earned a reputation for putting on fine quality, 'professional' shows. at least you're not going to go home, and think to yourself...."that person was off the whole time they sung" or "that person cant act to save their life". Shows like "Company", and the first running of "Rent" at the Bakery show the quality perth performer can offer. I'd rather pay the extra money, and know that I'd enjoy the singing, and acting, as I think I can say i have a good ear, and know what is flat/sharp or what not. There are many theatre goers in Perth. As i said, a lot of the student are doing their shows at the moment, Music theatre- Oklahoma, classical department just finished there show. It's a hectic time. But i do encourage everyone to watch the show. As for Beauty and the Beast. It's good that they're giving money to charity, but i do think $60 is a lot of money for an adult ticket. As for Printer Inks comment "whats wrong with B&B? its one of the longest running broadway shows in history."....the answer is this: there is nothing wrong with B&B, nor with Into the Woods, Oklahoma, Les Mis, or Weird Romance (1992 Alan Menken - most of you wouldn't of heard it). there is nothing wrong with the shows. Its the groups that perform them...Any show can be turned to shiiiite, if their is a not that good cast. I wont use the word amatuer, cause there are some excellent amatuer shows, and amatuer performers. Same applys for "professional companys" i've seen some pretty crappy productions from professional companys. it's all about the performers, and the level they're at. I keep saying this, and I guess I'll say it again. Lets say " Amatuer theatre company puts on Les Mis, B&B or some other show", then the professional international/national production come a year later... now if the amateur company charges $60 or $70 for a ticket...the professional company is gonna get shitted on, as no one will want to go watch it again, even though it will 9/10 be better than the amateur theatre companys show. I think there should be a sticker or a logo, which states whether a show is professional, semi-pro, or amateur. I wasn't gonna say it but cats ticket prices....i mean comeon! anyways....I've sort of hypocricised myself, as I said to stop the bitching and moaning. But like seriously everyone...get over yourselves, and can people from different 'companys' stop having a flaming war over whos better, or ticket prices or cast being paid. The majority of the people simply dont care...they come on hear to get a review, not to hear you all squabling about stupid things. But I'll finish with this. There is a demand to see shows. There are people who want to see high quality theatre. The students love watching shows, adults love watching shows. Into the woods, will be a great show to watch and i look forward to it, and i implore all people to go watch it. I can be guaranteed that I will have a good night. I think reputation is very important in this industry, and yellow glass has a reputation for a great night (or afternoon out) - Julz- cause I can.