My husband and I attended The Pirate Queen on Tuesday, October 24th and sat front row center. It was an incredible experience. Unlike the rest of those who have commented here, I actually really liked this show. It wasn't the best musical I've ever seen, but my husband and I thought it was really quite good.
Sitting so close allowed us to see the intricate detailing on all of the queens many gowns, which were amazing! Some great, memorable songs were "Rah-Rah, Tip-Top", "Boys'll Be Boys", "If I Said I Loved You", and "She, Who Has All". There were a few times when I felt like the company was shouting the songs at me, but I chalked that up to the fact that I was sitting so close. The bagpipe and harp in the orchestra were wonderful, and the Celtic singer (Aine Ui Cheallaigh) had a voice that was both soothing and haunting.
I felt a bit sorry for Marcus Chait, who actually received some "boos" during curtain call because of the unlikeable nature of his character. I thought all of the acting was superb. Yes, the show needs some polishing, but I think it will be a success. I'm curious to know what they've already changed since the first few preview shows, and what more will change before it hits Broadway.
Sat in the front row on 10/24
My husband and I attended The Pirate Queen on Tuesday, October 24th and sat front row center. It was an incredible experience. Unlike the rest of those who have commented here, I actually really liked this show. It wasn't the best musical I've ever seen, but my husband and I thought it was really quite good.
Sitting so close allowed us to see the intricate detailing on all of the queens many gowns, which were amazing! Some great, memorable songs were "Rah-Rah, Tip-Top", "Boys'll Be Boys", "If I Said I Loved You", and "She, Who Has All". There were a few times when I felt like the company was shouting the songs at me, but I chalked that up to the fact that I was sitting so close. The bagpipe and harp in the orchestra were wonderful, and the Celtic singer (Aine Ui Cheallaigh) had a voice that was both soothing and haunting.
I felt a bit sorry for Marcus Chait, who actually received some "boos" during curtain call because of the unlikeable nature of his character. I thought all of the acting was superb. Yes, the show needs some polishing, but I think it will be a success. I'm curious to know what they've already changed since the first few preview shows, and what more will change before it hits Broadway.