Need Gift Idea for NYC Anglophiles
Dec 9th, 2004, 09:05 AM
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Need Gift Idea for NYC Anglophiles
OK, I thought of the perfect Christmas gift for my in-laws: Two tickets to a great show. These North Jerseyites are crazy about everything British, especially if it's set in the past. Rather conservative, though. Have researched a little and found Spamalot (but they're not Monty Python fans), a show called The Rivals (supposed to be difficult to follow the plot - but these are smart folks). Also looking at Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, but this is set in the French Riviera, so perhaps not British enough...they enjoy movies with Emma Thompson, Judy Dench, classic British mysteries, comedy too. Any ideas? Does not have to be a Broadway show, can be off or off-off if it's the right one. Thanks in advance!
Dec 9th, 2004, 10:12 AM
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There is nothing hitting me on Broadway for Anglophiles. I noticed a listing for a production of After the Ball done by the Irish Rep. This is a Noel Coward musical based on an Oscar Wilde play and takes place in Victorian London. I have no idea if it's any good. It opened a day or 2 ago. Couldn't find any reviews on the web. Here's the listing
http://www.irishrepertorytheatre.com/
http://www.irishrepertorytheatre.com/
Dec 9th, 2004, 10:30 AM
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possibly a different approach, a gift that keeps on giving? http://anglophile.meetup.com ... offering several groups in the nyc area that socialize around all things british. Active, social, intellectual. As a gift, simply direct them to the December 16 event, and provide whatever cash may be required for libations, etc. Could be a hoot and you'll get some interesting feedback, and possibly even a pat on the noggin' for originality.
Dec 9th, 2004, 10:55 AM
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oooh, mclaurie, that sounds good - After The Ball sounds right up their alley. I could not find a review, either...anyone been?
I'm LOL'ing about Dame Edna. A little too risque for them!
portfolio, nah. I can send them the link, but I would not presume they'd want to go to a club meeting...by the way, the new names are getting goofy. You should just stick with blacktie, it suits you.
I'm LOL'ing about Dame Edna. A little too risque for them!
portfolio, nah. I can send them the link, but I would not presume they'd want to go to a club meeting...by the way, the new names are getting goofy. You should just stick with blacktie, it suits you.
Dec 9th, 2004, 11:18 AM
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I didn't get the impression it's a club meeting, but more of a rather tight-knit group that loves all things anglo ... my guess is they do lots of related things. It's world-wide, but with only three in the nyc area. Possibly they may enjoy it. Oh, names are interchangeable, and really, it's only confusing if one tries to keep them all in mind, lol. Anyway, I'll try to be simpler in the years ahead, probably an easy task for me. Anyway, have a good holiday and a prosperous 2005.
Dec 9th, 2004, 03:19 PM
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Joan, while not British per se, perhaps "Little Women" would be enjoyable for them? I have similar taste in entertainment and am holding tickets for that show in February. It stars Broadway favorite and Tony winner Sutton Foster. I think it's a lovely gift idea (wouldn't mind someone doing that for me someday!)
Dec 9th, 2004, 04:34 PM
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OK Maggi I get the hint!
Perhaps you want me to tell a certain person?
All in all, although Little Women is "their type" of entertainment, I'm thinking Howard's suggestion of The Rascals (you are convincing Howard)combines a great venue and can't miss track record of a great British playwright (I just hope they fancy him!)
I also inquired on chowhound.com for English restaurants to complete the outing. I've been advised to try the following:
Tea & Sympathy (2 recs for this one)
UK New York
Spotted Pig
Tea & Sympathy gets lots of good reviews for the food, but also described on citysearch as "cramped" and "smelly and dirty". Any comments? Looks like it's located a couple miles from Lincoln Center, but I suppose it's doable by taxi...
Perhaps you want me to tell a certain person?All in all, although Little Women is "their type" of entertainment, I'm thinking Howard's suggestion of The Rascals (you are convincing Howard)combines a great venue and can't miss track record of a great British playwright (I just hope they fancy him!)
I also inquired on chowhound.com for English restaurants to complete the outing. I've been advised to try the following:
Tea & Sympathy (2 recs for this one)
UK New York
Spotted Pig
Tea & Sympathy gets lots of good reviews for the food, but also described on citysearch as "cramped" and "smelly and dirty". Any comments? Looks like it's located a couple miles from Lincoln Center, but I suppose it's doable by taxi...
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Dec 9th, 2004, 06:07 PM
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Joan, just make sure you get the title right. It's The Rivals, not The Rascals!
If your inlaws are true Anglophiles, the play should be familiar to them. Its most famous character is Mrs. Malaprop.
And the current production at Lincoln Center couldn't be better!
If your inlaws are true Anglophiles, the play should be familiar to them. Its most famous character is Mrs. Malaprop.
And the current production at Lincoln Center couldn't be better!
Dec 9th, 2004, 06:09 PM
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The Rivals. Hard to follow the plot? Are you kidding me? This classic comedy is easy as pie to follow. The famous Mrs. Malaprop spouts her misused phrases (the foundation of the word "malapropism"). You can't get more classic British that that!
Dec 10th, 2004, 06:00 AM
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Howard, that is my favorite one!
By the way, in college I played the wonderful Sir Lucius O'Trigger, the hot-blooded Irishman. I also played the servant Fag (no comments please) in a professional summer stock production. I love The Rivals.
By the way, in college I played the wonderful Sir Lucius O'Trigger, the hot-blooded Irishman. I also played the servant Fag (no comments please) in a professional summer stock production. I love The Rivals.
