I saw Next to Normal at Second Stage also. It was really hard to get a ticket. In fact, Second Stage actually sold me a standing room ticket, but they ended up seating me (in the very first row actually). The show was very powerful there, and frankly Brian D'Arcy James' portrayal has never been equaled IMO. My recollection is that the production received mostly raves and was very well received on ATC. It certainly was a very good show, even in its infancy.
I agree, though, that getting rid of the Costco scene was an improvement. |
