Well ALW 'aint gonna say 'the current production has problems' whilst it's on, is he?
I saw the 'original' WDTW in London twice (1998), and thought it was good (7/10), but not exceptional.
Not seen the Kenwright version, but I think JD thought it was good, although 'touring' versions are generally 'cheaper' productions than Broadway/West End
Be interesting to hear what Jim thinks, if he sees it on tour in US.
Wonder if he'll get re-involved (if there's any need), if Kenwright decides to take it to Broadway?
> One thing you quickly learn about ALW is that the
> production currently playing on stage is the best ever
> production of that particular show. Once the production
> has closed, and hasn't been a huge hit, then he'll say he
> always had problems with it and he didn't like it.
>
> And I agree that is is a shame that Kenwright's touring
> production of 'Whistle' will be what U.S. audiences think
> the show shoud be like. It's cheaply produced, and
> emotionally watered down.
>
> Will the kids chorus be miming on the U.S. tour like they
> did on the U.K. tour?
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