I really liked the movie. Has anyone seen the play? How was it?
2006-09-12 09:52:19 · 8 answers · asked by Fire_God_69 5 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Performing Arts
I have no seen the movie yet, but I was fortunate to see the musical when it first came out, about 10 years ago, when the actors who were in the movie did the stage show.
It is true that the musical, RENT, is based on the opera La Boheme, which I have yet to see (and would love to see it, given the chance).
I found the musical to be very moving, especially given the context of it when it first came out. There wasn't nearly the same ammount of fear surrounding AIDS as in the 80s, but it was still a very scary time. I think that added greatly to the impact of the show at that time. The cast was absolutely fantastic, and my friends and I were all very moved by the show.
I highly recommend seeing it live, if you have the opportunity.
2006-09-12 14:11:14 · answer #1 · answered by jerseyvioletlx 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Are you kidding? The play was exponentially better than the movie, because of course, people who see movies need more hand-holding than people who see plays, apparently. Seems that the characters feel more developed on stage, and you simply can't beat the music and action being LIVE. If you ever get the chance, see the play. Seriously. It is my all-time favorite, and I'm quite the live musical theater sucker!
2006-09-12 10:12:15 · answer #2 · answered by mostlystef 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The stage version is amazing. Such a deep, powerful, moving storyline. Saw it twice in London, but 5 times when it came touring to Edinburgh. From the moment when that main person (for people who haven't see it yet) dies I was in tears from then on. Such a moving piece of theatre. Great! (although the film was good too, much better live)
2006-09-12 11:56:22 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Rent the musical on stage is amazing. Its captivating and inspirational. I loved the production both times I saw it. They are on tour right now. Check Ticktmaster to see if it is coming to your area. Defiently go check it out! Rent IS love!
2006-09-13 17:06:34 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
The play is better than the movie, more songs and VERY powerful. You can catch it on tour, but, the Broadway version is the best.
2006-09-12 13:38:10 · answer #5 · answered by ilovewicked19 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
First, it ain't no play. It's a musical and it's derivative from the opera La Boheme. I think that are only ten musicals worth seeing and that isn't one of them.
2006-09-12 10:15:41 · answer #6 · answered by Grody Jicama 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I saw it in Toronto years ago -- I didn't think it was very well done. The soundtrack CD was great, but visually there wasn't much to it.
2006-09-12 09:55:10 · answer #7 · answered by stevewbcanada 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋
saw it in philly. it was really good...
2006-09-12 09:58:12 · answer #8 · answered by joe f 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋