I saw this rendition of Oklahoma in London this summer and was blown away. I can't describe how brilliant this show was-- understated and emotional and compelling all wrapped up with incredible vocals!
Saw this production back in May and I still can't stop thinking about it. Arthur Darvill is perfectly sleazy in that role. Hoping to get back to London to see it again some time soon.
I think this version of Oklahoma makes so much more sense, at least in my mind. I always saw Curly as an antagonist and Judd's story was always so sad to me. I love the way this production flips the story on its head, and I love the environment it creates. THIS is what a revival should be
Really didn’t expect to like this as I am a Gordon Macrae fan however it is brilliant. I guess you really can’t ruin Rodger’s & Hammerstein although some might try. This is a great take on the show. Would love to hear People will say we’re in love.
When I watched it, it realy stood as its own oklahoma. The disturbing element is definitely intentional. As it unfolds the tension feels so palatable. The atmosphere of this community is ment to feel like you're constantly watched as you become apart of this constantly watching crowd. It was actually amazing but quite different from other showings of oklahoma.
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This is my favourite show. I’ve seen it alone and with my daughter, then my grandson. About 10 times now and last Saturday 1st was Arthur and Rebekah’s last performance. 😢 I hate cast changes. Liza Sadovy has gone too. She was fabulous in Cabaret. Also the band are stunning, especially Kathryn with her violin playing. Won’t be long till I just have to go again!
I thought Georgina was far stronger as Ado Annie. What was the name of the instrument that was like a guitar laid flat where you down to play it? It made some amazing sounds, so unique and different
I caught this production in the West End in June. Terrible on all counts, and I left at intermission - only the second show in roughly four decades that I've walked out on (and I sat all the way through the weird DR. FAUSTUS West End production a few years back). I wasn't the only one walking. When all the lights went out in the entire theatre and we sat through the Curly/Judd scene in the shack, I didn't think the production could get any worse. Then when the lights raised a bit and we watched another actor filming the action to project it larger than life on the upstage big screen, I gave up. The actor playing Judd (the blond guy thinking about better shows) was the only bright spot.
@@thatguyfromthatthing8573 What audience reviews I've found, one either hates or loves the new production. But I rarely see anything I wouldn't recommend when I'm in the West End!
I saw this "version" of Oklahoma in Fort Worth as part of my musical season subscription. It was absolutely the worst musical that I've ever attended and I've seen a lot of them. Almost half of the audience left at intermission. It was truly dreadful.
Brilliant production . Had to see it again ....... congratulations to everyone
I saw this rendition of Oklahoma in London this summer and was blown away. I can't describe how brilliant this show was-- understated and emotional and compelling all wrapped up with incredible vocals!
Do they just sit there?
Speaking as a native Oklahoman, I think he nailed the part.
Kudos Arthur!
Saw this production back in May and I still can't stop thinking about it. Arthur Darvill is perfectly sleazy in that role. Hoping to get back to London to see it again some time soon.
Fancy seeing you here
Sleazy is an accurate description of Curly in this revival. It's so GOOD.
So different from other versions! i absolutely love that they made it country instead of Broadway. I think the characters would approve 😂
Woah Arthur's voice is so amazing to listen to. Who knew timid 'ol Rory had a set of pipes like this !!
Wow, Arthur Darvill is incredible! I had no idea his vocals were so good!
Would love more clips or streaming option for those of us in the U.S. 💕 Simply brilliant vocals!
I loved this. Was absolutely blown away
Amy is truly missing out on Rory right here! What a beautiful singing hunk! 🥰
Brava Arthur Darvill!! 🙌🙌
Oh my god hello friend 😂
@@rebeccaflutters5179 Well hello there! *in an Obi Wan voice* 😂
I'm so curious what the dream sequence was like...
I saw a performance in last june and i like very much 👏🤩👏🤩👏🤩👏🤩
THIS PRODUCTION! I can’t emphasise how much I loved it (pls give me the whole recording thanks…)
Never knew that Rory could sing.
He had 2000 years to practice
I think this version of Oklahoma makes so much more sense, at least in my mind. I always saw Curly as an antagonist and Judd's story was always so sad to me. I love the way this production flips the story on its head, and I love the environment it creates. THIS is what a revival should be
Wow, your comment intrigues me. Now i'm determined to find a copy
Really didn’t expect to like this as I am a Gordon Macrae fan however it is brilliant. I guess you really can’t ruin Rodger’s & Hammerstein although some might try. This is a great take on the show. Would love to hear People will say we’re in love.
People will say we're in love
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Rory!!?
I wish this show would come to France… any chance this could happen?
This is a very nice rendition. I really enjoyed it.
This was an amazing production. Stripped away the corniness and revealed the core of midwestern self-delusion.
Do they just there????
there is something really disturbing in this video. The peoples face expression, the lighting, his cowboy leggings
I agree. I'll be sticking with the sheer joyousness of Gordon MacRae's version.
When I watched it, it realy stood as its own oklahoma. The disturbing element is definitely intentional. As it unfolds the tension feels so palatable. The atmosphere of this community is ment to feel like you're constantly watched as you become apart of this constantly watching crowd.
It was actually amazing but quite different from other showings of oklahoma.
It's meant to be disturbing.
This shows how modern and scary and disturbing the world is today. A modern take of the musical.
@@isabellebrant6057More like the living world was always likes this but in the past many artists and entertainers try to downplay this?.
I think the film is much better .
Have you seen the 1943 restoration? It's my favorite version. Better than either movie in my opinion
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This is my favourite show. I’ve seen it alone and with my daughter, then my grandson. About 10 times now and last Saturday 1st was Arthur and Rebekah’s last performance. 😢 I hate cast changes. Liza Sadovy has gone too. She was fabulous in Cabaret. Also the band are stunning, especially Kathryn with her violin playing. Won’t be long till I just have to go again!
I thought Georgina was far stronger as Ado Annie. What was the name of the instrument that was like a guitar laid flat where you down to play it? It made some amazing sounds, so unique and different
Are you talking about the pedal steel guitar? A must-have in good gut-busting country!
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It's the new modern way: make everything dark and disturbing, just like this new modern world we've made.
I caught this production in the West End in June. Terrible on all counts, and I left at intermission - only the second show in roughly four decades that I've walked out on (and I sat all the way through the weird DR. FAUSTUS West End production a few years back). I wasn't the only one walking. When all the lights went out in the entire theatre and we sat through the Curly/Judd scene in the shack, I didn't think the production could get any worse. Then when the lights raised a bit and we watched another actor filming the action to project it larger than life on the upstage big screen, I gave up. The actor playing Judd (the blond guy thinking about better shows) was the only bright spot.
I found that section of the show you described very powerful! From one theatre lover to another I hope your next trip is more to your liking.
@@thatguyfromthatthing8573 What audience reviews I've found, one either hates or loves the new production. But I rarely see anything I wouldn't recommend when I'm in the West End!
I like Damon Duanno from the Broadway revival better!
okay and ... don't gotta knock Arthur.. there is something beautiful about having so many different interpretations of Curly.
I saw this "version" of Oklahoma in Fort Worth as part of my musical season subscription. It was absolutely the worst musical that I've ever attended and I've seen a lot of them. Almost half of the audience left at intermission. It was truly dreadful.
This Curly sounds like a British interpretation of Nashville. He sure doesn't sound anything like an Oklahoman.
well, that's what happens when you cast pearls before Texas swine...
@@happyclam1266 If you think that this version of Oklahoma is a "pearl", I think your brain's been run over by a surrey with fringe on the top.
God this looks f boring
tbh the original is more "boring" to me, these orchestrations are crazy good
Why are they all sitting down and looking so surly? Is the song supposed to be sarcastic now?
That’s exactly right! It’s a SPECTACULAR production. So dark, but just stunningly directed and performed.
Yes, it's a reimagining, very dark and different. I absolutely loved it.