internetwhiz Posted November 10, 2014 #51 Share Posted November 10, 2014 After reading this thread, I want to express my appreciation to Royal for keeping the prices of Quantum so very high.;) Hmm, not sure what this means? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted November 10, 2014 #52 Share Posted November 10, 2014 Hmm, not sure what this means?k It means I will not be faced with the prospect of having to sit through Cats anytime soon.:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
internetwhiz Posted November 10, 2014 #53 Share Posted November 10, 2014 There was an announcement that as a courtesy that you take your same seat after intermission. Of course no way to regulate that. Sent from my SCH-I545 using Forums mobile app We didn't have any issues with seat grabbers at intermission. Sit by an aisle if you can. Just know that Cats may come by and be right next to you. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
internetwhiz Posted November 10, 2014 #54 Share Posted November 10, 2014 It means I will not be faced with the prospect of having to sit through Cats anytime soon.:) Cats is on Oasis. Lol Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted November 10, 2014 #55 Share Posted November 10, 2014 (edited) Cats is on Oasis. Lolk Oh NO! I'm booked on Oasis next year. :eek: Dang that BOGOHO. Edited November 10, 2014 by clarea Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
internetwhiz Posted November 10, 2014 #56 Share Posted November 10, 2014 (edited) Oh NO! I'm booked on Oasis next year. :eek: Dang that BOGOHO. I really don't think anyone will take a cattle prod and force you into the theatre. Lol Several ships have snippets of musicals, and other ones do not have general appeal, like Chicago--lots of folks and folks with families don't go. I'm always just thankful to get to cruise because you choose what you want to do. Some people wish they could cruise and can't, for many reasons. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Edited November 10, 2014 by internetwhiz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zekekelso Posted November 10, 2014 #57 Share Posted November 10, 2014 Oh NO! I'm booked on Oasis next year. :eek: Dang that BOGOHO. I think you need to get the alcohol package to make it through! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruzincurt Posted November 10, 2014 #58 Share Posted November 10, 2014 We didn't have any issues with seat grabbers at intermission. Sit by an aisle if you can. Just know that Cats may come by and be right next to you. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Can I pet the kitties?:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
internetwhiz Posted November 10, 2014 #59 Share Posted November 10, 2014 If you sit on the aisles you will be close enough. Lol. They look sort of feral, though. Lol Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ducklite Posted November 10, 2014 #60 Share Posted November 10, 2014 You really can't disagree with facts. You may notice I didn't say the West End, I said Broadway. CATS is the second longest running show in BROADWAY history (this is a fact) Phantom is the longest running show on Broadway. (Fact). That said, I am not a fan of either show and quite honestly, I am NOT an Andrew Lloyd Webber fan. ALW knows how to attract an audience and he knows how to make money. My original point was I am confused that people don't know what CATS is about. Clearly it is about CATS. Have people not heard Memory? Or heard of T S Elliot? While I agree that CATS is not the most exciting show, it is an easily mounted show. One set, no costume changes. many Broadway (or west end for that matter ) shows are difficult to stage on a cruise because of the difficulty in staging. I read many post on CC saying they would love to see Wicked on a ship. That would be great, but the logistics of that show make it unlikely. I understand Wicked is popular, but also expensive. A show like CATS is less expensive, has NAME recognition for the show and ALW and Memory. Perhaps it is a mistake for RCCL, it is dated and somewhat dull. Perhaps a show like Billy Elliot or Blood Brothers would fare better. Given RCI a partnership,with Dreamworks, why haven't we seen SHREK the musical on a ship? I saw a production of The Sound of Music with no actual set changes, just a few pieces that would come and go. They used a turntable built on top of the stage that revolved so only half was used at a given time. One one side was inside, the other was outside. It was ingenious and perfect for a venue with minimal storage for large sets. I'm sure there are any number of shows that could be done that way. I want to think Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat only had one or two sets when I saw that 20 years ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poncho1973 Posted November 10, 2014 #61 Share Posted November 10, 2014 This doesn't bode well for me... I'm with Bob, stupid Oasis BOGOHO sale getting me stuck watching this. The wife has already decided it's on the list. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted November 10, 2014 #62 Share Posted November 10, 2014 This doesn't bode well for me... I'm with Bob, stupid Oasis BOGOHO sale getting me stuck watching this. The wife has already decided it's on the list. My exact fear!:eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zekekelso Posted November 10, 2014 #63 Share Posted November 10, 2014 Remember guys... happy wife = happy life. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grandmarnnurse Posted November 10, 2014 #64 Share Posted November 10, 2014 Enough time to go to the litter box and then find a scratching post:p Too funny!! But, yes, it is 2 1/2 hours long! I have already reserved it on my sailing for a day we had at sea---hoping the men will tolerate it better! I am looking forward to it. Our teens in our party may not, though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pony Player Posted November 10, 2014 #65 Share Posted November 10, 2014 Remember guys... happy wife = happy life. Alternatively: "If Momma's not happy, NOBODY'S happy" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chloe kitty Posted November 10, 2014 #66 Share Posted November 10, 2014 (edited) My husband thoroughly enjoyed it. Hundreds of men in the audience apparently enjoyed it, or they would not have given it a standing ovation. I will admit that it needs a full orchestra, but this was the preview. can't please all the people all the time. Edited November 10, 2014 by chloe kitty Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mnrvguy Posted November 10, 2014 #67 Share Posted November 10, 2014 I was on the Nov 1 sailing and saw what was billed as opening night for the full performance of Cats (we were told that nobody has seen the full show with all the music and the whole show). Not sure if that was true or not. Here are my thoughts.. The set awesome!! Costumes unreal! Singing and dancing as good or better than you would see on Broadway! I have never seen Cats nor will I ever again. I did not like the story line or lack there of, it was hard to know what they were trying to tell you with the songs. That being said if you like Cats you will love the show. The Cruise Director and the Captain even addressed it during their meet and greet. They know the need to tweak somethings to keep the large number of people from walking out. They and the cast were very aware of the fact that a large part of the audience did not com back after intermission. Like they already are going to remove it from the first night of the cruise and earlier start times. This was a large investment for Royal and they are dedicated to making it work on the ship. There was even speculation on maybe a Vegas version, but with this show there are very strict rules with it and it's the full show or now show.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
royzer76 Posted November 10, 2014 #68 Share Posted November 10, 2014 We saw the Cats preview showing on the last night of the TA crossing. I have mixed feelings about it. The story is a bit thin on the ground but if you pay attention you'll pick it up easily. We got the first half complete with orchestra and the second half (yes we sat thru it all) with just a piano providing the music. The cast were very good and the show does happen all around you ... at one point there was a cat asleep on the floor in the row across from us. The set is pretty good too. Could it be chopped down without losing what plot there actually is? Yes. There are big bits with Cats just dancing around, no signing, just dancing about. I know that its arty but it could be chopped for a quicker performance. My main issue with it is, its not very upbeat for a cruise ship vacation. By that I mean its not fun fun fun like Mamma Mia or Hairspray. I think RC probably should have gone with something else. But what do I know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
internetwhiz Posted November 10, 2014 #69 Share Posted November 10, 2014 There are other musicals that didn't have broad appeal either, Chicago. Can't take the kiddies to that. It helps with Cats if a person has read TS Eliot's Book of Jellical Cats. Also, RC should provide a synopsis and s playbill since it is a full production. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
internetwhiz Posted November 10, 2014 #70 Share Posted November 10, 2014 Amazing that the second longest running show ever on Broadway isn't being well received. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare insidecabin Posted November 10, 2014 #71 Share Posted November 10, 2014 Clashing with dinner will always be an issue. Late will just have people falling asleep or wanting to get to bed for the next port day Matinée probably won't work on a sea day in sunny climate. There are very good reasons why shows were traditionally around an hour and free dining does not change them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pony Player Posted November 11, 2014 #72 Share Posted November 11, 2014 (edited) There are other musicals that didn't have broad appeal either, Chicago. Can't take the kiddies to that. It helps with Cats if a person has read TS Eliot's Book of Jellical Cats. Also, RC should provide a synopsis and s playbill since it is a full production. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk To be precise, the book (of poems) that Cats is based on is Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats And I don't get the hate either. If you have pet cats, you will likely see one of your cats (or someone similar) in one of the poems. It's fun and cute. There isn't a whole lot of plot, just stories about the different cats who show up for the ball. Edited November 11, 2014 by Pony Player Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
internetwhiz Posted November 11, 2014 #73 Share Posted November 11, 2014 To be precise, the book (of poems) that Cats is based on is Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats And I don't get the hate either. If you have pet cats, you will likely see one of your cats (or someone similar) in one of the poems. It's fun and cute. There isn't a whole lot of plot, just stories about the different cats who show up for the ball. Ooh, I forgot the title. Regardless, we read TS Eliot's book here mentioned in Jr. High. I always loved the lyrical poem about the Rum Tum Tugger then and now: http://famouspoetsandpoems.com/poets/t__s__eliot/poems/15143 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
holden0301 Posted November 11, 2014 #74 Share Posted November 11, 2014 We live close to NYC and frequently go up for a day to see a show. I love musicals. However, I really don't have any desire to see Cats. I know what it's about, and I taught some of Eliot's work to my high school students when I taught. That show just doesn't appeal to me at all. I was kind of surprised that RCCL didn't go with a more recent (or recently popular) show. Too bad they can't do a Disney show - LOL. The Lion King would be awesome at sea! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeamH Posted November 11, 2014 #75 Share Posted November 11, 2014 I think I'll book our family in and see how we go. I've seen it at the theatre so if our boys can't sit through the whole thing I'll leave with them at intermission and my husband can stay and watch the rest. I do love Cats though. Might have to get the soundtrack so they get used to the songs. I've got them hooked on Phantom of the Opera (we sing a long to it in the car), so I might be able to get Cats over the line. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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