Lydia Posted May 12, 2009 Share Posted May 12, 2009 I've got tickets for his show in Oxford. Hubby originally said he'd go but really isn't that keen (thinks it'll be too camp). All friends are busy. So if anyone fancys accompanying me to see Mr Barrowman (+ guests apparently) to see a show that promises to be quite fun if not life changing do PM me. It's at the New Theatre in Oxford on Sat 16 May, doors open at 7. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Couperwife Posted May 12, 2009 Share Posted May 12, 2009 oh, I wish I lived closer I think he is rather lovely cathy x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willow Posted May 13, 2009 Share Posted May 13, 2009 PMed you hopefully I think he is rather lovely I agree Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bellekatz Posted May 13, 2009 Share Posted May 13, 2009 I saw him last year and am going again to the Manchester one in 2 weeks!!! He isnt camp, but is very funny and had me crying with laughter..................... oh yes and he can sing too! If it were any closer I'd be there myself Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fluffyfeet Posted May 13, 2009 Share Posted May 13, 2009 Saw him at the Birmingham Hippodrome last year in panto (Aladdin). He was simply brilliant - and absolutely gorgeous. My little boy was lucky enough to be invited on stage to talk to him and I had to use every ounce of willpower not to embarass myself and follow him up there! One of the best all round performers I have seen! Dawn x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willow Posted May 13, 2009 Share Posted May 13, 2009 He isnt camp, but is very funny and had me crying with laughter..................... don't want Lydia's husband to know as I'd rather go instead Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lydia Posted May 13, 2009 Author Share Posted May 13, 2009 All I can say is it's hubby's loss! I'm glad everyone is giving positive reviews and I'm sure Patricia and I will have a great night on Saturday Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted May 13, 2009 Share Posted May 13, 2009 Great news! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clootie Posted May 13, 2009 Share Posted May 13, 2009 I like him. I think he comes across as a genuinely nice guy and of course, he is Scottish !! Have a great time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bantambabe Posted May 13, 2009 Share Posted May 13, 2009 I'm already going on Monday to see him at Symphony Hall in Brum, otherwise I'd be there like a shot. Saw him last year and he was absolutely FANTASTIC. Such a brilliant all round entertainer - singing was brill and story telling had the audience in tears both genuinely moved and also rolling with laughter ALso saw in panto in Brum in January and was even funnier - just couldn't help himself with asides to the audience and corpsing with laughter. The show isn't camp - but the audience is! Excellent for people watching Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mags Posted May 13, 2009 Share Posted May 13, 2009 my daughter would like a shot but we are too far she met him last year and he is lovely we have a picture of him with her toy Penguin I must point out she is 21 years old ! she was down for London fashion week ( 3rd year fashion student at Uni ) and she went to his book signing with Pengie have a great time Mags Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bantambabe Posted May 17, 2009 Share Posted May 17, 2009 How did it go? Was it fab? I'm going tomorrow night and can't wait Bit concerned actually as I dreamt last night that John B took me out for dinner at The Ivy - only it had formica tables and a fish & chip style servery. No wonder we got a table without a reservation A friend of mine (male), when I was talking about JB the other day, said "Why do you fancy him? You know he's gay don't you?" Oh, wrong thing to say!! I just pointed out all the best ones are . Seems somewhat irrelevant to me - I can still fancy him can't I - since I'm very unlikely to meet him anyway! Roll on tomorrow eve. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lydia Posted May 18, 2009 Author Share Posted May 18, 2009 He was very entertaining and exactly like you'd imagine he would be. He doesn't take himself very seriously. Highlights were the Scottish/Musical Theatre combo (think a mash up of Andrew Lloyd Webber songs but with a Scottish theme, bagpipes and a bit of Brigadoon thrown in!). And the tribute to his dead dogs past and present, complete with pictures and soaring show tune has to be seen to be believed I also enjoyed Daniel Boyes (one of the ones who didn't win Joseph) version of "Somewhere Over the Rainbow". Might seek that out on Itunes. I was also rather embarrassed to find that I still knew all the words to "I Know Him So Well" after all these years Oh and Mr B is clearly very proud of his bottom and enjoys showing it to the audience at every possible opportunity All in all I thought he was very good and I'd do it again. You'll have a great time! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willow Posted May 18, 2009 Share Posted May 18, 2009 Yep very enjoyable ! I'd never heard him sing before - he's good. Came across as a very nice person who enjoys performing and still feels privileged that audiences like him. I loved the tribute to his dogs very genuine, did an appeal on behalf of dogs trust as part of it. Some very funny stories as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bantambabe Posted May 18, 2009 Share Posted May 18, 2009 Ooooh Just got back - very good and glad he's had some dancing lessons since last year. Don't know how his voice survives that thrashing every night, was excellent. Off now to google the Playhouse theatre and La Cage aux Folles which he is apparently appearing from the autumn. Still buzzing too much to go to bed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clootie Posted May 19, 2009 Share Posted May 19, 2009 So pleased you had a great night. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bellekatz Posted May 27, 2009 Share Posted May 27, 2009 I really enjoyed last night - it was hilarious! The bit where he has his parents on stage was so funny ( unintentionally) - his Dad was walking off the wrong side of the stage, the dancing girls were shouting him over so he did it with a funny walk and tripped over the mat he wasn't hurt, but JB had a fit of the giggles and couldn't stop laughing - he ended up in a heap in the middle of the stage giggling like a school boy. He also asked if anyone had filmed that bit could they please put it on You Tube so he could see it again!!! And they have, of course!! He is such a natural on stage - I think he gets it from his Dad! I really enjoyed the Dogs Trust bit as well and From a distance He also announced the BBC have asked him to do a new show. I feel a trip to cardiff panto coming on................ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
