Jeff Wayne's the "War of the Worlds" staged musical

[RiderInBlack]

Vector Arena, Auckland, UNI
Fri 28 Sep 2007, 08:00 PM

This staged musical and multimedia production of the classic HG Wells 1898 science fiction story is a once-in-a-lifetime epic extravaganza, out of this world entertainment, unlike anything ever to have hit these shores before.

After selling out arenas in the UK in 2006, playing to 100,000 people across England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales, New Zealanders will now have the opportunity to witness one of the world's most famous and best-selling recordings of all time, Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War of The Worlds, live in a thrilling theatrical and multimedia spectacle, with a brilliant cast, including, 23 years after his death, one of the world's greatest actors, Richard Burton, at the helm "in sight and sound" as George Herbert, The Journalist.

This acclaimed musical event will feature Jeff Wayne conducting the 10-member Black Smoke Band, plus a 40-piece String Orchestra.

BlueBabe and I have our ticketsAnyone else here going?

[Skyryder]

If I lived up north I'd be going. Hope you have a great time.

Skyryder

[janno]

Aw kewl!

I was really peeved that I would just miss the show in Brisbane - this was my favourite soundtrack when I was about 8 years old, along with Rick Wakeman's King Arthur. And Harry Nilson's The Point. Anyone remember that one?

30 Sept is the sprints at Dalefield though, which I am going to.

Why do you go through weeks of nothing on, then everything happens at the same time?

Bah!

[Scorpygirl]

Rhino and I have paid for gold pass tickets!!!! Yipppeeee - we can't wait. This is going to be one hell (?) of a show!!! Visually, musically and emotionally. Forever Autumn was a single when my Dad died in July 1978 so it has been a special fav of mine for years. But I love the whole album. Richard Burton's narration sends shivers up your spine!!!

I can't wait to see the huge fighting machine.

"The chances of anything coming from Mars........"

[RiderInBlack]

Rhino and I have paid for gold pass tickets!!!! Yipppeeee - we can't wait.

Is that Gold Tickets for the Gold Wing
Trish and I are looking forward to it too. Going ta go to it on "Roxanne" (parking is so much easier and the only way ta go to a concert IMHO). Hope ta see ya both there

[Scorpygirl]

Is that Gold Tickets for the Gold Wing
Trish and I are looking forward to it too. Going ta go to it on "Roxanne" (parking is so much easier and the only way ta go to a concert IMHO). Hope ta see ya both there

Hehehehe!!! No the tickets are definitely for Rhino and I!!! Hopefully we will see you there.

"Kind of a green mist behind it..."

[RiderInBlack]

"Thunder Child" is my favourite. Gives me chills.

JOURNALIST: The steamer began to move slowly away - but on the landward horizon appeared the silhouette of a Fighting Machine. Another came, and another, striding over hills and trees, plunging far out to sea and blocking the exit of the steamer. Between them lay the silent, grey Ironclad 'Thunder Child'. Slowly it moved towards shore; then, with a deafening roar and whoosh of spray, it swung about and drove at full speed towards the waiting Martians.

There were ships of shapes and sizes
Scattered out along the bay
And I thought I heard her calling
As the steamer pulled away

The Invaders must have seen them
As across the coast they filed
Standing firm between them
There lay Thunder Child

Moving swiftly through the waters
Cannons blazing as she came
Brought a mighty metal War-Lord
Crashing down in sheets of flame

Sensing victory was nearing
Thinking fortune must have smiled
People started cheering
'Come on Thunder Child'
'Come on Thunder Child'

JOURNALIST: The Martians released their Black Smoke, but the ship sped on, cutting down one of the tripod figures. Instantly, the others raised their Heat Rays and melted the Thunder Child's valiant heart.

Lashing ropes and smashing timbers
Flashing Heat Rays pierced the deck
Dashing hopes for our deliverance
As we watched the sinking wreck

With the smoke of battle clearing
Over graves in waves defiled
Slowly disappearing
Farewell Thunder Child!

Slowly disappearing
Farewell Thunder Child!
Farewell Thunder Child!
Farewell Thunder Child!

JOURNALIST: When the smoke cleared, the little steamer had reached the misty horizon, and Carrie was safe. But the Thunder Child had vanished forever, taking with her man's last hope of victory. The leaden sky was lit by green flashes, cylinder following cylinder, and no one and nothing was left now to fight them. The Earth belonged to the Martians.

[Usarka]

I was interested until i saw the price fuck me id rather cut off my left nipple that pay a hundred squids for the cheap seats.

[Scorpygirl]

Yes, thanks RIB. The whole scene can be imagined just from the song and sound. Chris Thompson, a true kiwi!!!! We have got the original LP, a CD, I had a cassette that has long gone to shredded heaven, then the remixed CD version. The remixed CD version is awesome in surround sound. We can't wait to get the DVD!!! Fans.....us.....No.......!!!

"Farewell Thunder Child......."

[nudemetalz]

You lucky Beggars, Rhino & Scorpygirl.
I'd love to go to that.

"The chances of Nudie going to the show, is a million to one they said....."

[Scorpygirl]

You lucky Beggars, Rhino & Scorpygirl.
I'd love to go to that.

"The chances of Nudie going to the show, is a million to one they said....."

Sorry mate......

[avgas]

Would love to go....but $100 is out of my reach

[Scorpygirl]

I was interested until i saw the price fuck me id rather cut off my left nipple that pay a hundred squids for the cheap seats.

Yip .... well go ahead and cut it off cause this musical spectacular is a one off and won't ever be coming here again. It's way too expensive to ship over.

[nudemetalz]

Sorry mate......

I guess at least I can say I went to Roger Waters concert earlier this year.
Now, THAT was a concert and a half.

[Scorpygirl]

Would love to go....but $100 is out of my reach

Yeah, I know it's really expensive, which is a bummer for some diehard fans. However I think it is so expensive to bring here and that is why the tickets are OTT.