Great Artistically But.....
by Kinneyb on 2019-12-04Avenir Centre - MonctonRating: 4 out of 5The performance was great but issues with entering the facility reduced the enjoyment. We were told doors would open at 7 and we could access our seats at 7:30 (not sure why you can’t go to your seats immediately upon entry). We arrived at the venue around 7:20 and upon going up the escalator we were met by a wall of people as there was no place to go. We got off the escalator and found a place to stand. The crowd continued to build with less and less space. People were pushing people off the escalator, it should have been shut off. Patrons were allowed to enter seating around 7:50. Venue management said there was a technical issue that required them to hold the curtain. Interestingly the same thing happened in Halifax a few nights before with the same reason given. Strange coincidence. Also at intermission the house lights failed to come up for several minutes. None of these issues reflect on the cast or musicians. The singing, acting, music and set were first rate. But the logistical issues damaged what would have been a great night.