Originally posted by SeitseI generally prefer plays to musicals. Why not do something off-Broadway, like The Blue Man Group?
Hi, I'll be in the big city soon.
I guess going to Broadway is a must. So, should I pick a musical or a play?
If a musical, then which one you recommend?
If a play, then which one you recommend?
Is there any Mel Brooks stuff going on?
Thanks,
-S-
Originally posted by SeitseThe problem is, so many of the "quintessential" city experiences are less of the norm for residents of said city than they are for tourists (if that makes any sense). For example, all tourists "have" to see Times Square (and it probably is something you should see), but as someone who grew up 20 min outside NY City, I always regarded it as more touristy than anything else. Never really sought it out as a destination. I went to the Statue of Liberty once on a school field trip when I was a little kid, but that was the only time. It's funny how all the famous must-see tourist hot spots are full of out-of-towners.
I am 100 to 1 for plays, indeed, ad off-Broadway sounds more appealing
both to me and to my pocket. However, the missus really wants to do the
step by step "New York things" whatever that means. Broadway, Statue of
Liberty, roast beef deli, Times Square, outlet shopping, you know.
Under the same argument I tried to chip in the agenda a Knicks game, lulz
She didn't bite the hook, though.
It was the same way when I lived in Boston. Everyone who came to visit "needed" to see Faneuil Hall--famous spot. It's really just an outdoor shopping mall (The Gap in Boston is just as dull as The Gap in any other city).
Good museums in NYC. Don't forget those. Lots of great live music too.
Enjoy the trip!
Originally posted by SeitseIt's an excellent show! I saw it 3x in NY. You'll love it, I'm sure.
Genius, rb! Looks like guaranteed lulz and definitely something different
than Phantom of the Opera, Lion King, etc. Thanks!
And, it's famous without being overly "Hollywood" and therefore should satisfy the touristy requirement, while still maintaining some dignity (unlike "The Lion King" on Broadway).
Originally posted by rbmorrisI hear you. I guess it works like that for all big cities in the world
The problem is, so many of the "quintessential" city experiences are less of the norm for residents of said city than they are for tourists (if that makes any sense). For example, all tourists "have" to see Times Square (and it probably is something you should see), but as someone who grew up 20 min outside NY City, I always regarded it as more touristy th ...[text shortened]... museums in NYC. Don't forget those. Lots of great live music too.
Enjoy the trip!
and particularly the tourist magnets. I am already psychologically
prepared to do the tourist stuff this time and then, the next visit,
aim for more local treats like small venues, hidden eating treasures,
perhaps a quick one day trip to Washington, and stuff like that.
Thanks for the good wishes, I'll try to make the best out of it. Although it
requires some negotiation with the lady, I am aiming at:
- Peter Luger's Steak House
- Knicks game
- Museum of Modern Art
- Museum of Natural History
If I get 2 out of 4 I will consider myself lucky 🙂
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Originally posted by rbmorrisHey, you know what I just discovered? Off-Boradway doesn't mean
It's an excellent show! I saw it 3x in NY. You'll love it, I'm sure.
And, it's famous without being overly "Hollywood" and therefore should satisfy the touristy requirement, while still maintaining some dignity (unlike "The Lion King" on Broadway).
I have to go to the Bronx or Jersey to see it! lulz
The venue is actually in Manhattan and close to everything, and it is the
same price ($79) for mezzanine and for orchestra. A bargain!
I'll go for it, for sure, and report back. Goodbye Lion King! 😵
Originally posted by SeitseThe Blue Man Group is an incredible show. You'll love it! 🙂
Hey, you know what I just discovered? Off-Boradway doesn't mean
I have to go to the Bronx or Jersey to see it! lulz
The venue is actually in Manhattan and close to everything, and it is the
same price ($79) for mezzanine and for orchestra. A bargain!
I'll go for it, for sure, and report back. Goodbye Lion King! 😵
Originally posted by rbmorrisI've lived in Arizona for well over half my life, and I've only seen the Grand Canyon twice. Granted, it's over 230 miles away, but still.
The problem is, so many of the "quintessential" city experiences are less of the norm for residents of said city than they are for tourists (if that makes any sense). For example, all tourists "have" to see Times Square (and it probably is something you should see), but as someone who grew up 20 min outside NY City, I always regarded it as more touristy th ...[text shortened]... time. It's funny how all the famous must-see tourist hot spots are full of out-of-towners.