Back on Broadway in Istanbul???

[JH4HJ]

Hugh is bringing his one-man show to Istanbul? Can this be true?
I know some of our European OZalots were hoping for London . . .
Start saving your pennies - sounds like they have plans for Spring 2015.
Promo for a new theater - the bit about Hugh starts at 1:55

[jo]

en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zorlu_Center_PSM

It looks like the venue ( largest in Europe and third largest performing center in the world) is part of the worldwide Nederlander Organization. It has a capacity of 2,242!

Zorlu Center PSM is a performing arts venue in Besiktas in Istanbul, Turkey, located at Zorlu Center. It is Europe's largest and world's third largest performing arts venue.[1] Zorlu Center PSM showcases diverse artistic genres including Broadway and West End musicals, dance, classical, opera, jazz and the best pop artists. As the new crossroads for performance, visual and contemporary arts, Zorlu Center PSM presents world famous performance troupes and live performing artists, under the leadership of Executive Director Ray Cullom.[2] Zorlu Center PSM is operated by New York City based Nederlander Worldwide Entertainment (NWE), one of the Nederlander family of companies which are collectively the largest owner and operator of theatres in the World.[3][4]


Here's their 2014/2015 season --

Highlights from new season[7][edit]


Category

Artist/Group

Tour

Notes

Broadway Beauty and the Beast 20th year Special Tour First time in Turkey
Broadway The Phantom of the Opera First time in Turkey
Broadway An Evening with Hugh Jackman First time in Turkey[8]
Dance New York City Ballet First time in Turkey
Opera La Bohème First time in Turkey
Classical / Crossover Silk Road Ensemble with Yo-Yo Ma[9]
Theatre Love Letters with Gerard Depardieu and Anouk Aimee First time in Turkey
Contemporary Theatre Blam! First time in Turkey

Would it be ONE NIGHT ONLY...or a few nights?

When will he do the show in London?



Jo

[mamaleh]

Reportedly he's booked for two shows in Istanbul sometime in March, likely having something to do with the 100-year Anzac anniversary/battle of Gallipoli.

www.anzaccentenary.gov.au/program/international_events.htm

Ellen

[JH4HJ]

Sept 27, 2014 7:49:26 GMT -5 mamaleh said:

Reportedly he's booked for two shows in Istanbul sometime in March, likely having something to do with the 100-year Anzac anniversary/battle of Gallipoli.

Yeah, looks like two performances - Mar 17, and 18, 2015
Who's going? <anyone>

If it were a bit cooler climate (and not in the neighborhood of a War Zone!) I *might* consider it, but no.
I think I'll wait for him to take to the stage in London . . . in something - anything.

[mamaleh]

Even if Turkey were not playing footsie with Iran and supporting terrorism these past several years, I'd be inclined to let the overseas fans have their turn. Hope it all goes smoothly for Hugh and his audience.

Will his program include "Istanbul Not Constantinople"?

Ellen

[jo]

"Istanbul, not Constantinople" - LOL - that really ages us

I have never been to Istanbul ( with all its fabled treasures - the museum Topkapi, for one) but I have been to Ephesus, also on the Adriatic coast. I never realized what historical and religious legacies had been left there - in some respects, more impressive than what you will find in the excavated Pompeii ( such as the library).

Hugh is becoming more and more of an international superstar - not just in movies but now he is bringing his triple-threat talent and stage charisma to places other than North America!

Will he eventually come to this side of the world? Maybe it can start with a one-man show in Australia -- and us in Southeast Asia would not be too far away...It seems that international performances are becoming the new audience attraction these days. We had Phantom, Wicked, and even an early Cinderella ( with Lea Salonga but mostly with an international cast - from the Australian stage) and also the popular Schonberg/Boublil music concert...Even pop concerts are too many these days ( we expect Mariah Carey this coming month - and we have had Beiber/Swift/One Direction if I am not mistaken)...At the recent Singapore GrandPrix, it has become an attraction not just for the F-1 night racing but also for the fab concert performances held there which attract the young adult crowds.

Good for us -- and also good for the performers ( they not only widen their audiences but they do get to places which are of historical and cultural importance, too)


Jo

[jo]

www.hurriyetdailynews.com/broadway-musicals-hollywood-actors-to-hit-istanbul-stage.aspx?pageID=238&nID=72317&NewsCatID=384

Australian actor Hugh Jackman, known to movie-goers as the muscle-bound Wolverine character from the “X-Men” series, has recast himself in recent years as a star in musical productions. Having performed in the 2012 blockbuster production of “Les Miserables,” the Tony-Award-winning actor will bring his “An Evening with Hugh Jackman” show, featuring dancers and a 27-piece orchestra, to the city for three days, beginning March 17...



Tickets for all events are available online.

[mamaleh]

Heh, and we thought it was a big deal when the S.F. and Toronto tryouts for BACK ON BROADWAY boasted an 18-piece (or whatever) orchestra. Probably the cost of musicians is lower there.

Ellen

[ocjackie]

And he's really going over there? Especially with so many things heating up over there.

[foxie]

Well I order why!

[jo]

Istanbul is on the northwest part of Turkey, quite far from the Turkey/Syria border in the southeast.  It is closer to the border with Bulgaria.

It is the economic, cultural, and historical heart of Turkey - so it may also be his interest in the city and the country , not just the engagement, which has attracted Hugh.

en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Istanbul

If Turkey is overrun completely ( probably impossible and improbable to happen), the engagement can always be cancelled, understandably.

Jo

[luzie]

Why not in Istanbul? Inform yourself! Istanbul and Turkey aren't uncivilized and are NOT more dangerous than cities in your country and are NOT a warzone!

[mamaleh]

Oct 8, 2014 6:34:10 GMT -5 luzie said:

Why not in Istanbul? Inform yourself! Istanbul and Turkey aren't uncivilized and are NOT more dangerous than cities in your country and are NOT a warzone!

I happened to see this news item in my news feed. This occurred the other day. It could have happened anywhere in the world, but this particular incident did happen in Istanbul. It was not widely reported in the news media. I did not include the referenced video.
At least the Turkish government condemned the attack.


"Turkish Muslim Nationalists Assault US Servicemen in Istanbul

This shocking video shows how three U.S. Navy Sailors in Istanbul were attacked and chased by a mob just because they are U.S. citizens.

Three U.S. Navy sailors experienced extreme prejudice and hatred in Istanbul from a group of 12 Turkish Muslim nationalists. The sailors were attacked on a crowded street in Istanbul where they had paint thrown at them and hoods put over their faces. The assailants are members of the nationalist Turkish Youth Union (TGB). They face possible charges of insult, injury and breaching public protest laws.

The U.S. embassy condemned the attack, calling it “appalling.” The Pentagon said that shore leave is cancelled in Turkey for other servicemen from the U.S. Navy.

The Turkish Foreign Ministry also spoke out, condemning the attack and branding it as being disrespectful and “impossible to view with tolerance.”

Ellen

[luzie]

Nov 14, 2014 8:40:38 GMT -5 mamaleh said:

It could have happened anywhere in the world ...

Exactly, it could have happened anywhere else in the world! It's an awful incident and inexcusable , but that doesn't mean that Istanbul is uncivilized and too dangerous or that Hugh should not bring his show there as it's implied here by some. Everywhere are racial attacks, in my country and in your country, too - unfortunately.

[mamaleh]

Yes, it is indeed a worldwide plague.

Ellen

[jo]

He is indeed going to Istanbul!

He volunteered the information, when someone asked him at the stage door about his next stage project


Jo

[jo]

Message from mate, Russell Crowe

Zorlu Center PSM ‏@zorlucenterpsm · 21m21 minutes ago
Russell Crowe'dan, Mart'ta muhteşem bir şovla Zorlu'da olacak Hugh Jackman'a mesaj var! @realhughjackman

Zorlu Center PSM is where Hugh will be performing in March in Istanbul!

Zorlu Center PSM is a performing arts venue in Besiktas in Istanbul, Turkey, located at Zorlu Center. It is Europe's largest and world's third largest performing arts venue.[1] Zorlu Center PSM showcases diverse artistic genres including Broadway and West End musicals, dance, classical, opera, jazz and the best pop artists. As the new crossroads for performance, visual and contemporary arts, Zorlu Center PSM presents world famous performance troupes and live performing artists, under the leadership of Executive Director Ray Cullom.[2] Zorlu Center PSM is operated by New York City based Nederlander Worldwide Entertainment (NWE), one of the Nederlander family of companies which are collectively the largest owner and operator of theatres in the World

[jo]

Check out the ticket prices for Hugh's shows on March 17 and 18, 2015 in Istanbul smiley-excited001


www.microsofttranslator.com/BV.aspx?ref=IE8Activity&a=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.zorlucenterpsm.com%2Ftr%2Fhugh-jackman

category 1 -£ 975.00
category 2 -$ 750.00
category 3 -$ 599.00
category 4 -£ 452.00
category 5 -£ 192.00-sold out

Per latest Bloomberg quote on foreign exchange rates ($1 : GBP 63.62), the top category would be about US$ 1532 while the lowest price would be around US$ 302. Pricey!

Category 5 is sold out!


Jo

[mamaleh]

Looks like only the oil-rich crowd from the surrounding "neighborhood" can afford to go. Ordinary fans must be mightily p.o.'d

Ellen

[JH4HJ]

OMG - prices are mind boggling! - - What, no "rush" tickets??? Is this a fundraiser?

Hugh Jackman muhteşem Broadway şovuyla İstanbul'da

2009 yılı Oscar Ödül törenindeki muhteşem şovuyla tüm dünyada ün kazanan, Hollywood ve Broadway’in gözde ismi Hugh Jackman, 17-18 Mart tarihlerinde Zorlu Performans Sanatları Merkezi’nde hayranlarıyla buluşacak. Sosyal medya hesaplarından geçtiğimiz günlerde Türkiye’deki hayranlarına seslenen Jackman, İstanbul’a gelmek için sabırsızlandığını da ifade etti. Sezonun bomba isimlerinden biri olan Hugh Jackman’ın bu muhteşem Broadway şovunu kaçırmayın.

If someone can translate this, there is more here.

[Jamie]

Dec 12, 2014 14:25:35 GMT -5 JH4HJ said:

OMG - prices are mind boggling! - - What, no "rush" tickets??? Is this a fundraiser?

Hugh Jackman muhteşem Broadway şovuyla İstanbul'da

2009 yılı Oscar Ödül törenindeki muhteşem şovuyla tüm dünyada ün kazanan, Hollywood ve Broadway’in gözde ismi Hugh Jackman, 17-18 Mart tarihlerinde Zorlu Performans Sanatları Merkezi’nde hayranlarıyla buluşacak. Sosyal medya hesaplarından geçtiğimiz günlerde Türkiye’deki hayranlarına seslenen Jackman, İstanbul’a gelmek için sabırsızlandığını da ifade etti. Sezonun bomba isimlerinden biri olan Hugh Jackman’ın bu muhteşem Broadway şovunu kaçırmayın.

If someone can translate this, there is more here.

Wolverine and the X-Men film series of acclaimed Hugh Jackman, is storm at the Broadway stage. In game starring on Broadway as well as humorous and romantic aspects of theatrical talent revealing Hugh Jackman, getting full marks from critics. 2008 Open by Hall and People Magazine 'Sexiest Man Alive' selected Hugh Jackman's 2009 Academy Award for performing arts in the ceremony was observed with admiration all over the world. Broadway and is considered one of Hollywood's most successful actor Hugh Jackman, 17 - on 18th March to meet with the fans in the tough Performing Arts Center. Instagram, Twitter and Facebook accounts call to Turkey from the famous Hollywood and Broadway star, a number of social media as well as on screen. Hugh Jackman's 1.3 million Instagram'ın, while Twitter has over 4.8 million followers. Recently in Turkish in the message that is installed to Istanbul to accounts in social media 'Hello Istanbul' says Hugh Jackman also 'I can not wait to come to your beautiful city in March' advance to the fans with the message 'your place book' gave signal. Giant musical performance! Hugh Jackman in performance in Istanbul 30 people will perform with orchestra and dancers are. Artist, he sang on Broadway 'Singin' in the Rain 'and' Guys and Dolls 'as was the classic that had included reviews of musicals' An Evening with Hugh Jackman's show with 17 - 18 March to meet with the fans in Turkey. One of the bombs names Season with Hugh Jackman Do not miss this spectacular show!

[jo]

Discounted Ticket Application:
1. over 65 and students for "An Evening with Hugh Jackman" event special 10% discount will be applied.
2. discounted tickets at the box office only applies in the Challenging Performance Arts Center. Third, fourth, and fifth on a limited number of tickets will be valid for categories.
3. box office student card and ID must be presented and a person can purchase discounted tickets 1.
4. discounted tickets only Challenging Performing Arts Centre is valid for events organized by the "guests" events "category does not apply at events.
5. Challenging performing arts center, discounted tickets reserves the right to change the conditions of purchase. - See more at: 131.253.14.125/proxy.ashx?h=aOPFm6Fs8k4Kidt1EUjOGA-tGkd-Vzmo&a=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.zorlucenterpsm.com%2Ftr%2Fhugh-jackman#sthash.0iNOl45N.dpuf

The only discount offers I can understand is the first category " 10% discount" for senior citizens and for students.

The pricing quotes include both GBP ( sorry, my keyboard does not the British pound sign) and $ quote (was that a mistake?).

Turkey is not yet part of the European Union and hence the quotes are not in EURO currency.

Very rich history and culture --

en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Turkey

I didn't realize Istanbul has a population of almost 14 million.

Jo

[jo]

www.todayszaman.com/arts-culture_zorlu-center-announces-2-additional-evenings-with-hugh-jackman_367477.html

Zorlu Center announces 2 additional ‘Evenings with Hugh Jackman’



Host Hugh Jackman performs on stage during the 68th annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2014 in New York. The Australian actor will present his show “An Evening with Hugh Jackman” in İstanbul for the first time in March 2015. (Photo: AP)

December 19, 2014, Friday/ 17:29:51/ TODAY'S ZAMAN / ISTANBUL




Actor Hugh Jackman has added two additional appearances to his upcoming İstanbul stint at the Zorlu Center PSM next spring, the performing arts center announced this week.

The Australian actor, equally famous for his onstage work as for his diverse big screen career ranging from playing superheroes to romantic leads, is bringing his show “An Evening with Hugh Jackman” to İstanbul for the first time in March.

Tickets for Jackman’s İstanbul outing, originally planned as a two-night stint on March 17 and 18, are already on sale on Zorlu Center PSM’s website. Due to huge popular demand, two more İstanbul dates on March 19 and 20 have been added to Jackman’s İstanbul stint and tickets for those shows will be made available as of Dec. 25.

Tony Award-winning Jackman combines song and dance and is accompanied by a 27-piece orchestra in the show, billed by the Zorlu Center PSM as a “concert that also contains improvisations.”

The show features various segments, including tributes to classic movie musicals like “Singin’ in the Rain” and “Guys and Dolls,” as well as odes to Australia’s Aborigine culture and Peter Allen, the late Australian singer-songwriter Jackman portrayed in the musical “The Boy From Oz,” for which he earned a Tony in his Broadway debut in 2004.

[mamaleh]

Here's one quip I remember from BACK ON BROADWAY that I somehow don't think will find its way into this particular show: "Wolverine would make a killing in this town as a mohel--sextuplets, no problem."

Ellen

[njr]

Dec 19, 2014 14:47:09 GMT -5 mamaleh said:

Here's one quip I remember from BACK ON BROADWAY that I somehow don't think will find its way into this particular show: "Wolverine would make a killing in this town as a mohel--sextuplets, no problem."

Ellen

Nancy