cardholder Posted March 26, 2013 Share Posted March 26, 2013 This is aimed at those members who have taken their partners to the UK for a holiday. I am taking the missus in June and want to include a theatre visit. Mindful of the impact of a language barrier I am leaning towards a musical for the entertainment value and 'understandability'. Does anyone have any experiences to share ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tullynagardy Posted March 26, 2013 Share Posted March 26, 2013 When my misses was in London we went to several shows, musicals Id guess you`d call them. Dont really have dialougue as such and all about singing and entertainment. We went to We Will Rock You and she loved it. Get ready to spend a few quid if you want a nice night doing that however! Thai Tho on the edge of China town is a nice restaurant in the middle of the theatre district 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beechboy Posted March 26, 2013 Share Posted March 26, 2013 I tried "Mama Mia" but got the impression that it was only apartially succesful selection. The experience was, I am sure, wonderful but overall comprehension seemed lacking eg. laughing at the wrong time etc. This musical has a silly story but still needs understanding and I don't think Abba are too well known in Thailand either (somebody correct me if necessary.) Afterwards I remember wishing that I had picked "We Will Rock You" as I feel it would have been a better visual experience with more instantly accessable music to the less familiar ear.. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RabC Posted March 26, 2013 Share Posted March 26, 2013 (edited) We did Billy Elliot, the dancing was superb and the language would make a BG blush however it was enjoyed by all. Just as am aside do not go to Billy Elliot expecting the same music as the movie however it is just as good but the tunes are written specifically for the show. Edited March 26, 2013 by RabC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cardholder Posted March 26, 2013 Author Share Posted March 26, 2013 When my misses was in London we went to several shows, musicals Id guess you`d call them. Dont really have dialougue as such and all about singing and entertainment. We went to We Will Rock You and she loved it. Get ready to spend a few quid if you want a nice night doing that however! Thai Tho on the edge of China town is a nice restaurant in the middle of the theatre district Thanks. I have We Will Rock You and Mama Mia on my list of possibles. The budget is there - I would prefer to go to Chinatown (maybe the New Mayflower) for more authentic and better value food. I will limit visits to Thai restaurants to a maximum of two during the month we are in the UK. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brewsterbudgen Posted March 26, 2013 Share Posted March 26, 2013 Despite Beechboy's experience, I'd go for Mama Mia. Has she seen the movie of Les Miserables? If so, she might enjoy the show, although it is glum! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keemapoot Posted March 26, 2013 Share Posted March 26, 2013 (edited) The Book of Mormon is the hot ticket right now, but not sure if that works given the language and cultural barrier. By the South Park guys. *here's a review: http://www.londontheatre.co.uk/londontheatre/reviews/bookofmormon.htm Edited March 26, 2013 by keemapoot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cardholder Posted March 26, 2013 Author Share Posted March 26, 2013 We did Billy Elliot, the dancing was superb and the language would make a BG blush however it was enjoyed by all. Just as am aside do not go to Billy Elliot expecting the same music as the movie however it is just as good but the tunes are written specifically for the show. We did Billy Elliot, the dancing was superb and the language would make a BG blush however it was enjoyed by all. Just as am aside do not go to Billy Elliot expecting the same music as the movie however it is just as good but the tunes are written specifically for the show. Took my daughter a few years ago (blimey, it must have been 5 years ago) and I loved it. I just wonder if the missus will 'get it', there are a number of subtleties in that show....you are right about the dancing though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RabC Posted March 26, 2013 Share Posted March 26, 2013 We did Billy Elliot, the dancing was superb and the language would make a BG blush however it was enjoyed by all. Just as am aside do not go to Billy Elliot expecting the same music as the movie however it is just as good but the tunes are written specifically for the show. >We did Billy Elliot, the dancing was superb and the language would make a BG blush however it was enjoyed by all. Just as am aside do not go to Billy Elliot expecting the same music as the movie however it is just as good but the tunes are written specifically for the show. Took my daughter a few years ago (blimey, it must have been 5 years ago) and I loved it. I just wonder if the missus will 'get it', there are a number of subtleties in that show....you are right about the dancing though. I agree about the subtleties that a Thai may miss but the music and dancing sure made up for it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tullynagardy Posted March 26, 2013 Share Posted March 26, 2013 When my misses was in London we went to several shows, musicals Id guess you`d call them. Dont really have dialougue as such and all about singing and entertainment. We went to We Will Rock You and she loved it. Get ready to spend a few quid if you want a nice night doing that however! Thai Tho on the edge of China town is a nice restaurant in the middle of the theatre district Thanks. I have We Will Rock You and Mama Mia on my list of possibles. The budget is there - I would prefer to go to Chinatown (maybe the New Mayflower) for more authentic and better value food. I will limit visits to Thai restaurants to a maximum of two during the month we are in the UK. Not sure Chinatown is that authentic or value mate, reeks of tourist trap prices and quality but I know there are exceptions. An area we only shopped in (for Thai food!) rather than eat. BTW www.groupon.com is constantly full of great deals on restaurants and shows so keep an eye on it. With regards to a show, I`m not sure overall comprehension is necessary, you dont need to understand everything to enjoy it. The spectacle of people dancing, singing etc is worth it in its own right and Im sure your Mrs will love it. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Exsexyman Posted March 26, 2013 Share Posted March 26, 2013 Take her to see 'The Woman In Black' at the Fortune Theatre, The dialogue is irrelevant, it is a bit like some of the Thai soaps but for grown ups. I guarantee she will crap herself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Payboy Posted March 26, 2013 Share Posted March 26, 2013 Forget the language barrier, go for tradition. Go see the Mousetrap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
transam Posted March 26, 2013 Share Posted March 26, 2013 Phantom of the Opera. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
transam Posted March 26, 2013 Share Posted March 26, 2013 Forget the language barrier, go for tradition. Go see the Mousetrap. Noooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pitrevie Posted March 26, 2013 Share Posted March 26, 2013 I would also go for Mama Mia, its great on stage and I have seen it three times now, twice in London and once in Bangkok. However everyone raves about Les Miserables and my brother said he enjoyed it more than Mama Mia. Billy Elliot is good but I know my Thai friend said the dialogue was difficult to follow with the accents. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UbonOz Posted March 26, 2013 Share Posted March 26, 2013 Starlight Express has closed in the West End but is doing a UK tour if you can catch it somewhere near you. It is brilliant. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickenslegs Posted March 26, 2013 Share Posted March 26, 2013 Is 'The King and I' still running? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
breadbin Posted March 26, 2013 Share Posted March 26, 2013 Miss Saigon 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FalangBaa Posted March 26, 2013 Share Posted March 26, 2013 Miss Saigon Yes! That could be a very clever and relevant way of starting broaching the subject of "maybe I need a bit of time alone..." to your Thai GF/wife, and she will understand better with that play in mind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bellboy Posted March 26, 2013 Share Posted March 26, 2013 Their is an offical booth. in Leicester square. That sells discount tickets. for same day shows. Well worth a look. as you can save. up to 50% On tickets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wooloomooloo Posted March 26, 2013 Share Posted March 26, 2013 Les Miserable. My wife and I were lucky enough to see with Alfie Boe. Either way, amazing. My wife also loved War Horse. She'll understand it whatever her level of the English language. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pinfold Posted March 27, 2013 Share Posted March 27, 2013 Is 'The King and I' still running? Go along with this one,just watched it in Manila,if London can put a spread on like that it was wonderful. On until May in Manila,worth the plane tix Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theoldgit Posted March 27, 2013 Share Posted March 27, 2013 I took my other half to see Mama Mia when we were last in London, and she enjoyed it very much, despite saying it was "same as the movie". We had already seen We will rock you in Bangkok, she enjoyed that as well, we are going to see Phantom in a couple of months. I agree with the Leicester Square booth, though I don't recall seeing the bug musicals on sale there, I could be wrong so it's worth a look. Sent from my iPhone using ThaiVisa app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madmitch Posted March 27, 2013 Share Posted March 27, 2013 If you are lucky "The Ladyboys Of Bangkok" may be touring! If not any of the musicals. I took the Missus to Wicked. She said she enjoyed it but I'm not so sure. Find cheap seats online or at the half-price booth mentioned above. Not worth spending a fortune. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nong38 Posted March 27, 2013 Share Posted March 27, 2013 Mama Mia is a great night out and she will enjoy the audience contribution as well, you will come out feeling good and with a spring in your step, as an alternative what about The Jersey Boys ( Four Seasons ) heard good reports on that as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roamer Posted March 27, 2013 Share Posted March 27, 2013 The Book of Mormon is the hot ticket right now, but not sure if that works given the language and cultural barrier. By the South Park guys. *here's a review: http://www.londontheatre.co.uk/londontheatre/reviews/bookofmormon.htm It's about Mormons trying to convert a village in Uganda. I'm surprised they actually had enough of them to go to Uganda, thought they were all in Chiang Mai. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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