First and foremost: I love your travel vlogs! Not only do I get to live vicariously and rekindle my memories of the New York theatre scene, but I honestly just love watching you and Aaron James interact! Your relationship is so warm and genuine. It gives me hope. Thank you for sharing so freely of yourselves!
FYI Winnie the pooh plushies are in the old NY public library building IN Bryant Park, and the entrance is on 5th Ave and 41st St, next to the two giant stone lions. The building you went to at 40th st is the functional library (as in where the books are actually located now, while the old building is more for tourists and offices afaik, most of the normal books are not there anymore). It takes about 15 min max to walk in, look at the plushies and get back out, so should be easy detour next time you guys visit. Nice vlog as usual. I saw all the shows you mentioned except English, so will try harder to do the rush tickets now and catch it before it closes. Hope you guys enjoyed the cruise and the well deserved holiday.
i remember feeling like i was always the one fading into the background while others stood out effortlessly. it was frustrating and made me doubt myself a lot. then i came across this book, Vibrations of Manifestation by Alex Lane, and it showed me things i’d never even considered. it’s not just a self-help book; it’s like a guide to understanding your own energy and using it to connect with people. if you’ve ever felt like you’re not seen, this book might change everything.
Mickey next time you go to NYC you have to see a museum! I'd recommend Natural History because theres more diversity there but The Met is The Met so you cant go wrong. Also I think you went to the wrong NYPL, the flagship one has the giant stairs and 2 lions out front. Would recommend checking it out. A day trip down museum mile is always so fulfilling. I promise our city and our theater is more than midtown!
OMG I was at your English performance!! So sad I didn't see you all! Would have quickly said hi! Loved the snow in NYC that night. Beautiful and a little more pleasant than the sleet/freezing rain earlier in the day.
I love living vicariously through your vlogs. We are going on our first trip to NYC at the end of the month from the other side of the US. My friend who used to live in NY thinks we're out of our minds for going during that time because it'll be cold. I honestly feel so much better after watching this vlog and think we'll be just fine. We have four shows on the itinerary and I'm so excited!
Yes! Same. HNL-JFK-FLL. I did exactly the same but from Hawaiʻi. Why not stop in NYC to see Gypsy and Sunset Blvd before heading to FLL to jump on my Disney Cruise. You understand!!!!!
I saw that the country is very cold, I am sitting here in shorts, t- shirt and flip flops looking at the snowy weather. 77F currently from way down south here.
OhMyGodHey! You're back already! Wow, I get so excited whenever I see an NY video from you guys! Okay, so I saw Kowalski last night and -sidenote: literally nothing puts me in a better mood than good theater. My gay heart walked out of there on a cloud! But I was like "the only downside right now is that Mickey Jo probably won't get to see this and review it." But you did see it! Aaaah yesss! 😻Truly, so happy to be a patron in this moment💚
Spoiler Alerts for some of the shows featured in this video... you've been warned! How HILARIOUS is the scene in Eureka Day of the virtual town hall?! I have no idea what words were even said on stage, as I was too focused on reading the group chat, but damn that was some of the funniest writing I've seen in a play in a LONG time. I read an anecdote about an older patron who asked a question at a Q&A who asked the creative team what the translation of the last scene was, the one performed fully in Farsi, and the creatives refused to answer and said something along the lines of "how did it make you feel to not understand?" and it immediately added a whole new level of depth to an already brilliant piece of writing. As always, a great vlog, I love seeing ya'll in my city and I always hope I'll see you around/at shows, so far I think my "randomly seeing ya'll" counter is at 2
Hi to you both what a lovely trip you both had to New York this time and followed by a cruise... Now you know I can't help speculating that you both being such fans of Disney might be the ideal time to tie the knot! If this is the case we both send you every congratulations 🎉 and hope you have many many years of happiness .We both celebrate 40 yes now and 18years of marriage. Lots of love to you both Paul and Richard xxx
I loved this video! The snow,the cold, the sites of Central Park in all that wintery finery❤ Grand Central Station ( the one before this one) also is in the beginning of Hello Dolly the movie. The stairs are modeled after the Paris Opera house. The theater where Steve Colbert is was where my Dad worked. Thank you so much for including all your travels it really brighten my day. Hope you and Aeron enjoyed the cruise. It is snowing here again as well and the snow plow went up my road just as I was typing 😂
I was in NYC a couple of weeks ago (probably the same time you were 😅) to see D&D and I finally found Schmackery's because your videos got me curious. I got the Wicked and HP cookies and they were delicious! Enjoy your cruise!
English was excellent. Saw it opening day previews. I don’t speak Farsi but the fine line had no translation, individuals I would assume as Persian broke down balling in tears.
As always, I love going with you on these trips. I was there Jan 5th and must have missed the Smackery Broadway cookies. I think there may have been one but, wow, they had a lot when you were there. I would have love to have tried the Sunset one as well as the one Aaron had too! Magnoia's sounded good too. I wondered which one you went to? I like to go places you go, makes me feel connected with you two!🥰 I found there were 10 stores there! One was even at LaGuardia! I am so happy you aren't volgging your vacation and will just enjoy it!! Just saw your Instagram photos! You had a fabulous time!! Glad you met up with Kathleen and Tia!!
Not theater related, but I feel vindicated by Mickey's review of the Applebee's lol. I saw that honey pepper chicken on top of mac n cheese and just thought 'noooo'
As is probably known by now, the building Mickey Jo exclaimed over is the Dakota, and weirdly, he was photographing the exact spot John Lennon got shot!
Ive been in NY between Jan 8 and 13 and I loved snowy central park and seeing Rockefeller Christmas tree but the cold was too much. Also for 2 days there was such a strong icy wind that I had to hold myself to not be moved and the ice I can feel till today. I got incredibly sick from that 😂 so never again in winter, I much prefer New York in May❤
Ah, I love seeing that you both were here in my fab city once again. I have been meaning to to see English and you just pushed me over the edge. Just saw Maybe Happy Ending again this weekend and love it so much. As a New Yorker that has never been to the UK, I wonder what you'd recommend seeing there if someone only had time and funds for about 3 shows? :)
The Central Park Zoo is pretty small & unimpressive. If you like zoos (I really do; they're great places to go w. a date to), you should check out The Bronx Zoo next time you're in town. But go in Summer, as most of the exhibits are outdoors. That was an outpost of the NYPL; the main, much larger library building is 2 bl. further north on 5th & 42nd, w. the iconic stone lions at the entrance.
there was a time when i kept wondering why some people seemed to naturally draw others in while i was just…there. no matter what i tried, i couldn’t figure out how they did it. then someone mentioned the book Vibrations of Manifestation by Alex Lane, and i decided to check it out. the way it explains how your aura affects everything around you? it blew me away. it’s like having a secret code to unlock your magnetic energy. this book is a game-changer.
The main NY Public Library's backyard is Bryant Park - you were right there! (although it, too, woulda been closed for MLK Day). You went to a smaller branch. Something for your next trip. 42nd and 5th.
i used to think being magnetic was just about looks or confidence, but i couldn’t have been more wrong. i read this book called Vibrations of Manifestation by Alex Lane, and it totally changed my perspective. it breaks down the energy and mindset behind true attraction in a way that just makes sense. once i started applying what it taught, i noticed people reacting to me differently almost instantly. it’s seriously worth a read.
I can't believe you won the Death Becomes Her lottery on (what I'm assuming is) one try! I've been entering for months! The Theater gods are really on your side lol Also - I thought lottery tkts were all 'Final Sale,' I'm surprised they offered you the opportunity to exchange them since the leads were out sick. Very considerate of BwayDirect.
Curious where you stayed this trip? It looked like you were near The Dakota building (the one you pointed out at the beginning). My very first trip to NYC, in '96, we stayed at The Excelsior Hotel, in that area. Great time had!
Easily baffled that British people wouldn’t recognize the site of one of the most infamous murders of one of the highest profile British musicians to ever live? Yes, in fact. I am baffled by that. I hope you have the day you deserve, sunshine.
@ we know the story, sweetpea, still no reason everyone in Britain would recognize the building. Easily baffled is no way to go through life ... I'll let you get back to adding One Direction and Spice Girls videos to your Favorites playlist (embarrassed for you!)
"Pairs well with jet lag....." As I live in Chicago, NYC travel doesn't actually induce jet lag. Travel to London does, though. What West End productions pair well with jet lag? And maybe a themed cocktail..... BTW --- I still don't get the Death Becomes Her love. I saw it Pre-Broadway in Chicago, it left me cold; my wife felt the same. Was it substantially reworked?
one night i was scrolling through my phone, feeling like i’d never figure out why some people just seem so magnetic. then i came across this book, Vibrations of Manifestation by Alex Lane, and something about it caught my attention. reading it was like turning on a light in a dark room. it’s not about pretending to be someone you’re not; it’s about unlocking the energy you already have. trust me, this book is worth every page
Indiana Jones a RomCom. Seriously? NYC residents are definitely jaded. It's fun how many people were completely uninterested in the musical performance traveling down the street. I'd actually expected more projection, I didn't reckon with modern microphones.
Very much not the singing style for Joe in that production. Also I don't in fact think Indiana Jones is a romcom, but I did phrase that strangely didn't I? 😅
@MickeyJoTheatre 😂Yes, it was phrased a bit oddly. I hope you post some video of your cruise, I think lots of people would enjoy your take on Disney Cruise stage shows.
I´m a huge fan of your videos...I´m always curious about your professional opinions about shows....but I have to say that I don't understand how you can visit a country, where an unconsiderate and highly dangerous man is the president. I think in this situation, one has to think twice to do that.. But still huge fan 🙂
@@mufreak7 my position is that going to America is not an endorsement of the current political nightmare. My business is with Broadway, and I have many friends in the US.
thanx for your answer...I can understand your position and the necessity to visit New York for business and friends...it was just a spontaneous reaction of mine because I promised myself not to travel to the U.S.as long as this megalomaniacal man is in the lead...
The park is so pretty in the snow. Thanks for showing us that. The Delacorte is where Andrew Garfield plays the piano in the Tick, tick… Boom! movie. I was in NYC when you were. I was at the same English and Kowalski performances you attended. Disappointed I didn’t bump into you and Aeron. I also saw Eureka Day on my trip but not when you did. I really enjoyed English and Eureka Day. Everyone was cracking up at Eureka Day performance. Plush Pooh and pals are at the main Public Library building on 5th Avenue between 40th and 42nd. It’s the building with the lions (named Patience and Fortitude). They are in the exhibition space on the ground floor. Possible other Broadway artifacts in the exhibition too. They swap things out, so it depends. The Pooh plush are in the basement when they are not in the exhibition. Whole building is worth exploring, it’s really stunning. The building on 40th and 5th Avenue has a rooftop you can get a view from, but it’s a working library. The building with the lions is a reading room library. Completely agree with your Tony take for Gypsy/Sunset. Very happy with MTC productions, both their Broadway and off Broadway productions. No comments on Eureka Day? Hope you had or are having a good vacation.
First and foremost: I love your travel vlogs! Not only do I get to live vicariously and rekindle my memories of the New York theatre scene, but I honestly just love watching you and Aaron James interact! Your relationship is so warm and genuine. It gives me hope. Thank you for sharing so freely of yourselves!
FYI Winnie the pooh plushies are in the old NY public library building IN Bryant Park, and the entrance is on 5th Ave and 41st St, next to the two giant stone lions. The building you went to at 40th st is the functional library (as in where the books are actually located now, while the old building is more for tourists and offices afaik, most of the normal books are not there anymore). It takes about 15 min max to walk in, look at the plushies and get back out, so should be easy detour next time you guys visit.
Nice vlog as usual. I saw all the shows you mentioned except English, so will try harder to do the rush tickets now and catch it before it closes. Hope you guys enjoyed the cruise and the well deserved holiday.
You’re the only channel that I can watch for 2 hours and still want more! Hope you both had a wonderful cruise 🚢
Same... I got no life!😂
i remember feeling like i was always the one fading into the background while others stood out effortlessly. it was frustrating and made me doubt myself a lot. then i came across this book, Vibrations of Manifestation by Alex Lane, and it showed me things i’d never even considered. it’s not just a self-help book; it’s like a guide to understanding your own energy and using it to connect with people. if you’ve ever felt like you’re not seen, this book might change everything.
OH MY GODH im so excited to watch a TWO HOUR broadway vlog i didn’t know if you were planning on vlogging so excited to watch :)
I love your vlogs. I have never been to NYC, but I can live vicariously through your videos. 😀
ngl as a norwegian it didnt occur to me that people from other countries have never seen people on roller skis before
I saw Sunset last weekend and the walk absolutely blew my mind. I’ve never seen anything like it.
One of these days you will visit when the weather is nice and not snowing or raining or freezing or boiling
You put the joy back in New York City! The two of you are Broadway treasures.
You crack me up - “I almost turned into a Disney Princess” lol ❤
Mickey next time you go to NYC you have to see a museum! I'd recommend Natural History because theres more diversity there but The Met is The Met so you cant go wrong. Also I think you went to the wrong NYPL, the flagship one has the giant stairs and 2 lions out front. Would recommend checking it out. A day trip down museum mile is always so fulfilling. I promise our city and our theater is more than midtown!
Do we want to see Sheryl Lee Ralph do Mama Rose?! Uhh absolutely yes!!
OMG I was at your English performance!! So sad I didn't see you all! Would have quickly said hi! Loved the snow in NYC that night. Beautiful and a little more pleasant than the sleet/freezing rain earlier in the day.
I love living vicariously through your vlogs. We are going on our first trip to NYC at the end of the month from the other side of the US. My friend who used to live in NY thinks we're out of our minds for going during that time because it'll be cold. I honestly feel so much better after watching this vlog and think we'll be just fine. We have four shows on the itinerary and I'm so excited!
Yes! Same. HNL-JFK-FLL. I did exactly the same but from Hawaiʻi. Why not stop in NYC to see Gypsy and Sunset Blvd before heading to FLL to jump on my Disney Cruise. You understand!!!!!
I cant believe you two flew here that week. We got 7inches of snow a few days earlier, so cold.
I saw that the country is very cold, I am sitting here in shorts, t- shirt and flip flops looking at the snowy weather. 77F currently from way down south here.
So many Must See lists for NYC theater out there, but I’ve never seen “Musicals to See While Jet-Lagged from a Trans-Atlantic flight”
That list is real 😂 I recommend &Juliet , it worked for me the best. High energy and funny.
1:59 That’s “The Dakota” building where John Lennon lived and was shot
OhMyGodHey! You're back already! Wow, I get so excited whenever I see an NY video from you guys! Okay, so I saw Kowalski last night and -sidenote: literally nothing puts me in a better mood than good theater. My gay heart walked out of there on a cloud! But I was like "the only downside right now is that Mickey Jo probably won't get to see this and review it." But you did see it! Aaaah yesss! 😻Truly, so happy to be a patron in this moment💚
You guys are adorable! Thanks for the fun and informative video.
Spoiler Alerts for some of the shows featured in this video... you've been warned!
How HILARIOUS is the scene in Eureka Day of the virtual town hall?! I have no idea what words were even said on stage, as I was too focused on reading the group chat, but damn that was some of the funniest writing I've seen in a play in a LONG time.
I read an anecdote about an older patron who asked a question at a Q&A who asked the creative team what the translation of the last scene was, the one performed fully in Farsi, and the creatives refused to answer and said something along the lines of "how did it make you feel to not understand?" and it immediately added a whole new level of depth to an already brilliant piece of writing.
As always, a great vlog, I love seeing ya'll in my city and I always hope I'll see you around/at shows, so far I think my "randomly seeing ya'll" counter is at 2
Seriously.
Big fan.
Love all your 🎭 vids and thoughts.
Not gonna lie it killed me seeing you guys talk about going to museums but never going 😢
Hi to you both what a lovely trip you both had to New York this time and followed by a cruise... Now you know I can't help speculating that you both being such fans of Disney might be the ideal time to tie the knot! If this is the case we both send you every congratulations 🎉 and hope you have many many years of happiness .We both celebrate 40 yes now and 18years of marriage. Lots of love to you both Paul and Richard xxx
Thank you both - although we promise when we do get married we will have talked about it in advance! No secret weddings planned for us 😅
I loved this video! The snow,the cold, the sites of Central Park in all that wintery finery❤ Grand Central Station ( the one before this one) also is in the beginning of Hello Dolly the movie. The stairs are modeled after the Paris Opera house. The theater where Steve Colbert is was where my Dad worked. Thank you so much for including all your travels it really brighten my day. Hope you and Aeron enjoyed the cruise. It is snowing here again as well and the snow plow went up my road just as I was typing 😂
I was in NYC a couple of weeks ago (probably the same time you were 😅) to see D&D and I finally found Schmackery's because your videos got me curious. I got the Wicked and HP cookies and they were delicious! Enjoy your cruise!
English was excellent. Saw it opening day previews. I don’t speak Farsi but the fine line had no translation, individuals I would assume as Persian broke down balling in tears.
43:23 I saw Natalie Charle Ellis covering Delia in Beetlejuice and she was incredible
🤭😂😂 it’s cute that you have jet lag from UK to NY.
Just returned home to Australia after seeing Sunset Blvd.
That’s jet lag. 🇦🇺🫶✈️
As always, I love going with you on these trips. I was there Jan 5th and must have missed the Smackery Broadway cookies. I think there may have been one but, wow, they had a lot when you were there. I would have love to have tried the Sunset one as well as the one Aaron had too! Magnoia's sounded good too. I wondered which one you went to? I like to go places you go, makes me feel connected with you two!🥰 I found there were 10 stores there! One was even at LaGuardia! I am so happy you aren't volgging your vacation and will just enjoy it!! Just saw your Instagram photos! You had a fabulous time!! Glad you met up with Kathleen and Tia!!
Not theater related, but I feel vindicated by Mickey's review of the Applebee's lol. I saw that honey pepper chicken on top of mac n cheese and just thought 'noooo'
It was a good idea in theory! 😅
And if you're 14-18 at Roundabout theatre shows, they have HipTix High, which is $10 tickets
Love a show then straight to airport. I have done both matinee to JFK via subway and evening to JFK via taxi back to LHR
For the future. Winnie the Pooh is in the old building of the public library, which is more museum than library.
As is probably known by now, the building Mickey Jo exclaimed over is the Dakota, and weirdly, he was photographing the exact spot John Lennon got shot!
Ive been in NY between Jan 8 and 13 and I loved snowy central park and seeing Rockefeller Christmas tree but the cold was too much. Also for 2 days there was such a strong icy wind that I had to hold myself to not be moved and the ice I can feel till today. I got incredibly sick from that 😂 so never again in winter, I much prefer New York in May❤
We were in the city the same time! I was there for Cole’s last show in Oh Mary!
Ah, I love seeing that you both were here in my fab city once again. I have been meaning to to see English and you just pushed me over the edge. Just saw Maybe Happy Ending again this weekend and love it so much. As a New Yorker that has never been to the UK, I wonder what you'd recommend seeing there if someone only had time and funds for about 3 shows? :)
The Central Park Zoo is pretty small & unimpressive. If you like zoos (I really do; they're great places to go w. a date to), you should check out The Bronx Zoo next time you're in town. But go in Summer, as most of the exhibits are outdoors.
That was an outpost of the NYPL; the main, much larger library building is 2 bl. further north on 5th & 42nd, w. the iconic stone lions at the entrance.
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Hidden Mickey diamonds studs? Fancy!
Definitely not diamonds, but I do love them 😅
there was a time when i kept wondering why some people seemed to naturally draw others in while i was just…there. no matter what i tried, i couldn’t figure out how they did it. then someone mentioned the book Vibrations of Manifestation by Alex Lane, and i decided to check it out. the way it explains how your aura affects everything around you? it blew me away. it’s like having a secret code to unlock your magnetic energy. this book is a game-changer.
We were at the same performance of Death Becomes Her (19th)! No clue how you managed with the cold that week, I nearly froze.
Go See Wicked again on Broadway after those outstanding cast changes after march 4th.
The main NY Public Library's backyard is Bryant Park - you were right there! (although it, too, woulda been closed for MLK Day). You went to a smaller branch. Something for your next trip. 42nd and 5th.
Ah thank you! I cut the footage of us spotting that one after - will head there next time!
i used to think being magnetic was just about looks or confidence, but i couldn’t have been more wrong. i read this book called Vibrations of Manifestation by Alex Lane, and it totally changed my perspective. it breaks down the energy and mindset behind true attraction in a way that just makes sense. once i started applying what it taught, i noticed people reacting to me differently almost instantly. it’s seriously worth a read.
I can't believe you won the Death Becomes Her lottery on (what I'm assuming is) one try! I've been entering for months! The Theater gods are really on your side lol Also - I thought lottery tkts were all 'Final Sale,' I'm surprised they offered you the opportunity to exchange them since the leads were out sick. Very considerate of BwayDirect.
Curious where you stayed this trip? It looked like you were near The Dakota building (the one you pointed out at the beginning). My very first trip to NYC, in '96, we stayed at The Excelsior Hotel, in that area. Great time had!
Totally thought you were a grass 😆
That building is called The Dakota, home of Rosemary's Baby and John Lennon's murder...
Baffles me when people don’t know what that building is, and I’m not old enough to have been alive when the murder happened.
@@hothotheat3000 you're easily baffled, aren't you, sunshine?
@@hothotheat3000 it baffles you when people from other countries don't know the name of a building in new york??
Easily baffled that British people wouldn’t recognize the site of one of the most infamous murders of one of the highest profile British musicians to ever live? Yes, in fact. I am baffled by that.
I hope you have the day you deserve, sunshine.
@ we know the story, sweetpea, still no reason everyone in Britain would recognize the building. Easily baffled is no way to go through life ... I'll let you get back to adding One Direction and Spice Girls videos to your Favorites playlist (embarrassed for you!)
Hey MickeyJo, can you please share again the place online with all of the rush offerings? Thank you!
Bwayrush.com
"Pairs well with jet lag....."
As I live in Chicago, NYC travel doesn't actually induce jet lag.
Travel to London does, though.
What West End productions pair well with jet lag? And maybe a themed cocktail.....
BTW --- I still don't get the Death Becomes Her love.
I saw it Pre-Broadway in Chicago, it left me cold; my wife felt the same. Was it substantially reworked?
You're code-switching pretty well -- most British people won't refer to NJ as just "Jersey" like that.
one night i was scrolling through my phone, feeling like i’d never figure out why some people just seem so magnetic. then i came across this book, Vibrations of Manifestation by Alex Lane, and something about it caught my attention. reading it was like turning on a light in a dark room. it’s not about pretending to be someone you’re not; it’s about unlocking the energy you already have. trust me, this book is worth every page
you should go to mj the musical on broadway
Not a walrus, but Brrrr
Indiana Jones a RomCom.
Seriously?
NYC residents are definitely jaded. It's fun how many people were completely uninterested in the musical performance traveling down the street. I'd actually expected more projection, I didn't reckon with modern microphones.
Very much not the singing style for Joe in that production.
Also I don't in fact think Indiana Jones is a romcom, but I did phrase that strangely didn't I? 😅
@MickeyJoTheatre 😂Yes, it was phrased a bit oddly.
I hope you post some video of your cruise, I think lots of people would enjoy your take on Disney Cruise stage shows.
I´m a huge fan of your videos...I´m always curious about your professional opinions about shows....but I have to say that I don't understand how you can visit a country, where an unconsiderate and highly dangerous man is the president. I think in this situation, one has to think twice to do that..
But still huge fan 🙂
@@mufreak7 my position is that going to America is not an endorsement of the current political nightmare. My business is with Broadway, and I have many friends in the US.
thanx for your answer...I can understand your position and the necessity to visit New York for business and friends...it was just a spontaneous reaction of mine because I promised myself not to travel to the U.S.as long as this megalomaniacal man is in the lead...
The park is so pretty in the snow. Thanks for showing us that. The Delacorte is where Andrew Garfield plays the piano in the Tick, tick… Boom! movie.
I was in NYC when you were. I was at the same English and Kowalski performances you attended. Disappointed I didn’t bump into you and Aeron. I also saw Eureka Day on my trip but not when you did. I really enjoyed English and Eureka Day. Everyone was cracking up at Eureka Day performance.
Plush Pooh and pals are at the main Public Library building on 5th Avenue between 40th and 42nd. It’s the building with the lions (named Patience and Fortitude). They are in the exhibition space on the ground floor. Possible other Broadway artifacts in the exhibition too. They swap things out, so it depends. The Pooh plush are in the basement when they are not in the exhibition. Whole building is worth exploring, it’s really stunning. The building on 40th and 5th Avenue has a rooftop you can get a view from, but it’s a working library. The building with the lions is a reading room library.
Completely agree with your Tony take for Gypsy/Sunset.
Very happy with MTC productions, both their Broadway and off Broadway productions. No comments on Eureka Day?
Hope you had or are having a good vacation.