An interesting point to bring up, wasn't it said that the 2008 production also wasn't great but the casting was on point?

I just wanted to say, I had a really bad day yesterday and I ended up listening to a bunch of your videos. They really helped me keep calm and not spiral. So thank you.

Another great insightful review but the constant references to J.K.R. are becoming a trifle disconcerting. You’ve made your point so many times before M.J. that to keep doing so, at length, is getting rather worrying.

Omg I BAWLED at my house!😢

I saw West End a while ago and I totally agree! I loved the diversity of the cast (especially Irish Orpheus)

Spoiler Alerts for some of the shows featured in this video... you've been warned! How HILARIOUS is the scene in Eureka Day of the virtual town hall?! I have no idea what words were even said on stage, as I was too focused on reading the group chat, but damn that was some of the funniest writing I've seen in a play in a LONG time. I read an anecdote about an older patron who asked a question at a Q&A who asked the creative team what the translation of the last scene was, the one performed fully in Farsi, and the creatives refused to answer and said something along the lines of "how did it make you feel to not understand?" and it immediately added a whole new level of depth to an already brilliant piece of writing. As always, a great vlog, I love seeing ya'll in my city and I always hope I'll see you around/at shows, so far I think my "randomly seeing ya'll" counter is at 2

You crack me up - “I almost turned into a Disney Princess” lol ❤

I was in NYC a couple of weeks ago (probably the same time you were 😅) to see D&D and I finally found Schmackery's because your videos got me curious. I got the Wicked and HP cookies and they were delicious! Enjoy your cruise!

I’m always impressed with your reviews!

Mickey, good analysis. Michel

Oh my god hey indeed 😃 I heard about the premise of the play and immediately went to read the book. It's dark and funny and frustrating and I know Asa will kill it as also-ran Harry Potter. thanks for reviewing, glad you enjoyed it (despite She Who Must Not Be Named) x

not into scoldy

The plays im most excited for this year are Romeo and Juliet at the Belgrade Theatre and 4.48 Psychosis at the RSC. This Romeo and Juliet intergrates R&B music, and takes a heavy political stance on the play, which might not be everyones cup of tea, but im so excited to see how it turns out

This sounds fascinating! I wish I lived in the UK so I could see it. Probably too much to hope for a US transfer, but you never know 🤷🏼‍♀️

Was lucky enough to see the west end cast tonight. One of the best nights at the theatre I've ever had xxx

Yay new play review!

So glad they di that! I'm a big fan of letting actors sing in their own accents

I saw this show on Saturday (its final day) and I thought it was excellent. Sigourney Weaver was solid, starry yet unpretentious - I genuinely cannot understand the negative reviews. She was clearly directed to deliver the dialogue in almost a Captain Janeway/Kirk style - and also I remember "Forbidden Planet" the sci fi classic from the 1950s is actually "The Tempest". And Mason Alexander Park was outstanding. I'm with Neil Norman of the Daily Express on this one ⭐⭐⭐⭐

People sleep on VIVO. Such a fun LMM movie (on Netflix).

You put the joy back in New York City! The two of you are Broadway treasures.

Ive been a fan of Asa's since his TV show, Sex Education.

Happy to see the "watching and reviewing more plays" resolution is already happening :) Thank you. Dont think I'll l be dragging my bum to Hammersmith for a non musical 😅😅 but glad to have all this detail about the show 🤗

Seriously. Big fan. Love all your 🎭 vids and thoughts.

🤭😂😂 it’s cute that you have jet lag from UK to NY. Just returned home to Australia after seeing Sunset Blvd. That’s jet lag. 🇦🇺🫶✈️

Thanks so much for the review. i'm def going to see gypsy over sunset boulvard because of audra mcdonald, but only will go see gypsy because of mandy gonzalez. gypsy got more outstanding reviews compared to sunset. i think gypsy will get best revival tony award win this season. Gypsy is soldout or close to it for months already.

Dylan is bloody brilliant

After listening to the music on repeat I'm finally going to see the show for the first time this Thursday. SO excited to see all of the current cast (especially MLB!)!!! Since booking I've also lucked out on tickets to the pro-shot... Amber Gray, arghhh 🤩😭!!!

The performance was brilliant-best show revival of the year-a magical evening at theatre.

Thank you for this thoughtful review! I had the opportunity to see this production a few days ago and had a fabulous time, in large part because I was ecstatic to finally get to see Audra act on stage. (Had seen her in concert previously!) Although I'm familiar with previous cast recordings, I'd never seen Gypsy performed before and loved it, but I appreciate your perspective regarding some of the elements that didn't totally cohere for me, particularly regarding the pacing of Louise's development in the second act. Mostly I'm commenting just to echo your praise for Jordan Tyson, who I thought was astoundingly good as June. A dynamite comedic and vocal presence who absolutely inhabited her character!

Why gays are dumb

31:43 Oliver does leave the stage to change out of the shhh!!! dress but when the song is over they are in the same position so I think it’s as if the character is listening to what Nancy is singing about. Correct me if I’m wrong of course

Brilliantly funny show. I have never laughed so much in all my years of theatre going. All the cast were amazing but Layton just slayed. Loved it. ❤

Do we want to see Sheryl Lee Ralph do Mama Rose?! Uhh absolutely yes!!

Hi to you both what a lovely trip you both had to New York this time and followed by a cruise... Now you know I can't help speculating that you both being such fans of Disney might be the ideal time to tie the knot! If this is the case we both send you every congratulations 🎉 and hope you have many many years of happiness .We both celebrate 40 yes now and 18years of marriage. Lots of love to you both Paul and Richard xxx

I have tickets for March!...2026.

I'm going to see the Broadway cast and now I have to go back, to see Cedric and Victoria...😂

With Hadestown, Percy Jackson and soon Hercules appearing in the West End, they need to rotate Hades between productions. Ideally with the same characterisation. Hadestown Hades would probably just straight up fight Hercules 😂

i've been looking for the march onwards cast for a while, so thank you! i'm going to london for theatre camp, and i'm really looking forward to seeing hadestown there!!

I’ve seen this show twice in the UK, with the first cast and the one that is now performing. The current Orpheus and Persephone are absolute revelations. Not dissing in the previous actors, but there’s something very special about them. Orpheus is more endearing whilst less childish, and Persephone is just a bomb of energy and dynamic emotional range. Incredible. ❤ Would love to see all the casts, including the Original Broadway… sadly I live in Portugal and make Portuguese wages, so…

Incredibly I managed to grab tickets for the filmed performance. It will be 3 days after my birthday. Nothing will ever top that gift. I will be making the trip from France to see them, can't wait !! 😍

I would bet the the pro shot could be with nt live.

I was so damn lucky to get OBC tickets for the ideal weekend for me and my friends but the new West End cast also has me so hype especially Victoria as Persephone so really hoping i can somehow manage another trip to London to see her in the role

Hope you trademarked "mickey jo enterprise" 💪

people will go to anythng with Audra even if it is dreck.

So happy for Desmonda! I hope you'll review the new cast as well!

I cant wait to watch Victoria Hamilton Barritt eat up 'Our Lady of the Underground'- what perfect casting!

Before seeing this version of Gypsy I expected Audra’s vocals would be magnificent. But I wasn’t prepared for her acting to be so incredible. She took my breath away. I understand your concerns, but I this is one of the best performances I have seen on Broadway. And I’ve been seeing Broadway shows for over 50 years. The rest of the performers were also excellent, and hearing a full orchestra was a real treat

It truly is a shame. I am confident that this show would have been incredible, it is so sad to imagine all the artists, actors, directors, set designers, tech crew, etc that would have made this show such a masterpiece. Maybe some day this story will be seperated enough from its horrible author that a show could be possible in better faith.

I'd like to hear the writers from SIX take on Disney. I think their style would work very well for modern disney.

every time you remind me you are a math teacher it makes me go hey me too! Im a stagey math teacher!