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BudgetQueen Jun 3rd, 2008 05:54 AM

Broadway Boeing Boeing and 39 Steps
 
Anyone seen either/both?? I'm considering them, since I've seen a lot of the current offers and these I haven't.

Worthwhile?? Also would Young Frankenstein be the best option of the three??

HowardR Jun 3rd, 2008 06:26 AM

"The best option of the three?" Obviously, that would depend on your tastes.....and whom you ask!
Both The 39 Steps and Boeing Boeing are great fun.....not great theater, but great fun. That's not meant as a criticism of either, just putting them in a proper perspective!

Gardyloo Jun 3rd, 2008 06:31 AM

Saw Boeing Boeing the day before yesterday and enjoyed it immensely. Fab cast who appear to be having a lot of fun. Great brain candy on a Sunday afternoon.

Haven't seen 39 Steps but it looked good.

Young Frankenstein did its pre-Broadway shakedown run in Seattle (many plays do) and had rather lukewarm reviews from some friends of ours (whose judgment we trust) as well as the local press.

Centralparkgirl Jun 3rd, 2008 06:51 AM

And are you talking discount tix vs. full price?

Young Frankenstein, imo, was entertaining, but a disappointment as compared to the movie.

Boeing Boeing is a farce with a great cast. 2nd Act is especially good.

Like HowardR said - it depends on your tastes.

BudgetQueen Jun 3rd, 2008 08:00 AM

Thank you greatly, for the information!!!

Yes, looking at discounted tickets. :)

I'll include both in my trip in a couple weeks. Thanks again.

Rhea58 Jun 3rd, 2008 11:05 AM

Have seen both - would Choose Boeing... ...
as prev. stated, 2nd act makes it
all worthwhile.

labern116 Jun 5th, 2008 05:38 PM

I saw all 3 and would rate them like this: Young Frankenstein, 39 steps, Boeing Boeing. Really enjoyed the 1st two. I thought Boeing was too long and could have cut out some scenes. But all a matter of taste.


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