Sleepless in Seattle at Pasadena Playhouse

This is a light hearted production of the 90’s classic. And yes, it is a musical.
Try as hard as the small cast might — there just needed to be more of them to fill the stage and playhouse! The support cast is a bit small and that came across during some of the ensemble scenes.
This is a well acted and produced production, it is fun to watch and as always the playhouse staff is kind and gracious. I just wish there were more actors in the production!
All in all a good small theater production.

I want to start off by thanking Katie for setting up this Unilocal event, and apologize right away for a low star review.
I’m not much a fan of musicals (though there are a few that I do enjoy), and Thought of the movie (not sure if there was a book as I normally enjoy reading the book before a film adaptation). Also, this seemed like a good date night with my girlfriend.
I’m not sure if it was because I had a long day before arriving at the play, had some minor car trouble or the fact that I had nothing to eat but I just couldn’t get into the play no matter how much I tried. The characters felt a little dull, and the song seemed dull and generic. Not really catchy and something where I felt like singing along.
I really did enjoy the playhouse, architecture, and also the friendliness of the staff.

My +1 and I truly enjoyed the play, which was part of a Unilocal Elite complimentary treat. The musical was well played — the actors were great and music was well-​composed.
I rarely (never) go to plays, and had not watched the movie prior to my visit at the Playhouse, so I was unaware of the storyline. I actually enjoyed it, and was more so a bit impressed and surprised by the small size of the Playhouse. The sound was crisp and clear.
I kept noticing the 90’s props and gestures; an 8-​bit Nintendo Game Boy the kid was playing with, the numerous 90’s dance moves as well as the 90’s wardrobe throughout the play.
One of the fellow Unilocalers (or their +1’s) was fiddling with their phone throughout the play. Please, if your’re going to use your phone (which you shouldn’t, in the first place), then turn down the brightness (and mute the sound). It’s just common courtesy.
To the ‘Sleepless in Seattle’ cast and crew at Pasadena Playhouse: BRAVO!

Big thanks to the awesome Katie B and Unilocal for yet another fun cultural experience with Sleepless in Seattle at the Pasadena Playhouse.
Picking up tickets at Will Call was a breeze and it seemed like all of the fun-​loving Unilocalers were seated in the same area in the balcony.
It was my first time at the Pasadena Playhouse and it a great and intimate venue. The outside is reminiscent of a Spanish mission and my sister and I were able to snap cute photos outside.
I had not watched the Sleepless in Seattle Movie (ridiculous, I know) before so the story was completely new to me. All of the actors and actresses were incredibly talented, but we were completely blown away by the boy who played Jonah, Sam’s son. He was adorably animated and his voice had great range. He is very gifted and I hope to see him again in other productions.
Thanks again, Unilocal

First of all thank you Unilocal for hooking me up with tickets!
Parking was $ 3 on the southeast corner of Oak Knoll Ave & Green St.
Prior to the show drinks and snacks are available for purchase outside of the Pasadena Playhouse. Sleepless in Seattle is one of my favorite movies so I went in with high expectations. I did not feel like the musical lived up to the movie. I brought my boyfriend who had never seen the movie and he was completely lost the whole play. The transitions aren’t done well and it doesn’t give you that tear jerker reaction that the movie does. I do think the movie is hard to translate to a musical though

I thought this was a great location for a night out. I enjoyed the Sleepless in Seattle musical. I am one to fall a sleep and less than entertaining shows so…
What I am saying is I did not fall asleep and I was entertained throughout the show. I would recommend this to others. In fact if you want to have a good night out check this musical out.
Great show :)

I watch musicals often whether on screen or on stage, and I’m a fan of the movie. So I tried to set my expectations very low and tried my best not to make any comparisons.
This one of those shows that still needs more work before Broadway. The cast did have admirable charisma and dedication that made this show entertaining from beginning to end.
Overall, the play captured the charm of the movie. The comedy integrated in the musical was successful since I giggled at each joke and subtle funny gestures. My favorite characters were Sam, Jonah, and even Rob (because of his dancing with Jonah). The cast had strong singing voices, but the songs were forgettable. Some parts seemed like they were trying too hard to include choreography.
Thanks Unilocal and Katie B for giving my aunt and I the opportunity to see this play. She really wanted to see this but didn’t want to spend the money. I looked up our seats, and we would have paid $ 102 per Orchestra ticket if we were to purchase them. I love the savings. Although it was not the best or worst musical I’ve ever seen, we still had a great time.
The size of the venue is small and comparable to the Geffen Playhouse in Westwood. Although it’s not as big as Pantages or Ahmanson, the small and intimate ambiance still makes the performance feel special.
3 stars the play + 5 stars for Unilocal = 4 star average

Okay okay go ahead and start pelting me with Unilocal Mint Containers because of my 1 star rating. First and foremost thank you Katie B for the tickets especially myself being a huge fan of musicals I was very excited to attend this performance at the Lovely Pasadena Playhouse, not being my first time here to see a performance I was familiar with where to park behind the theater and the lay out itself.
We got our Row GG seats upstairs and I was pleased to see that we where seated right in the middle… of course the seats are built for some one under 5’0 with no leg room but it’s not the end of the world.
Never sitting this close to the back of the playhouse and 2^nd to last row I was a little thrown off by the screen light shining on the back of many heads before me and was more amused by hair then the play itself.
The play… I must have built up this wonderful version of the movie in my head and it just failed and disappointed me. The singers performed well but I was disappointed with the story board and the non necessary acts, I was thrilled when intermission came, debating to go back in I just couldn’t sit thru something I wasn’t enjoying. I can tell I wasn’t the only one since the gentleman next to me played with his cell phone the entire first part. I really was disappointed considering I’ve gone to several theatrical performances courtesy of Unilocal and this was by far the biggest disappointment…
I hope Katie B does not hold my 1 star rating against me but with all the other ⁴⁄₅ star reviews. maybe I just have poor taste.

I love the movie so when I heard that it was being turned into a musical, I had to check it out. And thanks to Unilocal,I was able to come and check it out. This was also my first time at the Pasadena Playhouse and I really liked this place.
Overall, the musical was entertaining and had the spirit of the movie. I thought the actors were really talented and liked how they incorporated the singing without it being super cheesey.

Thanks so much to Katie for hooking us with this event!
This was my first time at the Pasadena Playhouse, which I felt was a crime since I’ve been living in Pasadena for a year and a half. We parked in the back for $ 1.50/hr.
The show was pretty entertaining. It’s been ages since I’ve seen the movie, so I didn’t really try to compare the two. I agree with the reviewer who said that the main characters (Sam and Annie) lacked chemistry, but both individually played their parts very well. The actor who plays Jonah was a very talented young man!
About the music, I would say that during some parts, the ensemble was singing so loudly that I couldn’t hear the characters’ singing.
As for the venue itself, it was nice, but I definitely found seating to be uncomfortably tight. I also found an empty beverage cup on the floor where I was sitting. As the show wore on, the heat and stuffiness got really intense, and it just started smelling bad up in the balcony.
Overall, I had fun watching this musical — it had humor and tender father/​son moments.

Thank you Katie B for providing us Unilocalers to check out this great establishment. Unilocal you rock!
First play and a great experience! Intermission is given during half of the play so you can stretch, use the little girls/​boys room or get some fresh air.
Space is small but it’s perfect, anywhere you sit, you will still have a good view of the stage.
Sleepless in Seattle was wonderful, I didn’t remember much of the movie but the musical was great! Refreshed my memory instantly, the performers were wonderful, their voices just breathtaking.
I really dig this venue and I am looking forward to come back here to see more plays. =)

Oh what a night!
Late in May of year two thousand thirteen
The night was cool, and we were dressed pristine.
In Pasadena, what a night!
Oh what a night!
We saw a play, courtesy of Katie B.
Watched Sleepless in Seattle from the Gallery
In Pasadena, what a night!
And I, thought the singing and the casting here were really great
And I, thought that it was cool 50 Unilocalers this Playhouse could accommodate.
Oh what a night!
I felt special watching a musical world première
Holding hands all night with my wifey dear
In Pasadena, what a night!
The two versions of «Not Like the Movies» were written very clever!
The «What She Wants to Hear» number was funny and yet tender!
Oh what a night!
But I, thought the two numbers written about cities needed some massive changing
And I, thought the beginning, the end, and Walter’s breakup needed musical rearranging!
Oh What a night!
Each of the three main actors will be a rising star
The orchestra players played their instruments well above par
In Pasadena, what a night!

How to get a girl
1) Have a kid call a radio station saying you are lonely
2) Vomit your heart out to complete strangers
3) Pretend like no one interests you
4) Have your kid flee half way across the country and use the kid as bait
Once again, thank you to the amazing Katie B and the Pasadena Playhouse for having us!
This is a review of the play and not the venue. I’ll be honest, I’ve never watched Sleepless in Seattle but boy was this musical fun. All of the actors were great but the kid stole the show. You really relate to each character and the actors really bring the characters alive. I loved the musical pieces, especially the scene where the son and the best friend danced around or the «rockstar» scene!
The pacing was just perfect. There was so much excitement and I was just waiting for the moment when they all met! The transition was so smooth and I loved all of the dance numbers! The scene transitions were seamless and the stages were vibrant and effective.
Overall, it was a great play and it makes me want to watch Sleepless in Seattle (did I just say that out loud?)!
Events like these are the reason why nothing beats LA East!

Pasadena Playhouse is and always will be a 5 star venue in my heart! It is so charming.
I love this Playhouse almost as much as I love Katie B and love being Unilocal Elite. Wait! I attended Friday’s show as a +1, so as much as I love Eli being Elite since we sat in his two seats ;) A very gracious thank you to all three.
I did however have two tickets to Tuesday’s show but I gave this pair to my sister (another Unilocal Elite) so her and her boyfriend would be able to attend.
Very cute, silly and fun production! I loved the songs/​musical numbers. I did not love the set dec, it didn’t scream Seattle even with their choice projection images.
I felt the actors did a fantastic job and absolutely adored just how diverse the cast was. It was truly fantastic!
Great show for another wonderful evening at the playhouse.

MY FIRST Unilocal ELITE EVENT! MY FIRST MUSICAL! YAY! THANKS SO MUCH KATIE B, YOU’RE A DOLL. :)
We arrived more than a hour early to scope out the location and pick up our tickets. There was a parking lot along 600 Playhouse Alley, but the lot was so cramped. Parking prices were decent though. It was $ 1.50 per hour, or $ 7 for a full day. We ended up parking across the street though because it was only $ 5 for a full day, so I highly suggest looking into that.
Tickets were waiting at will call and it was super convenient. I just had to give them my name. It was still empty, since we were so early. There are plenty of restaurants and cute coffee shops nearby for you to kill time. The Playhouse is literally right next door to redwhite+bluezz (new location). There was also Roy’s and Tender Greens to name a couple.
So the musical itself was fantastic! Being my first musical experience, I thought the storyline would be difficult to follow but it all flowed really nicely. The actors and actresses did such an amazing job and their voices were equally as amazing. So much talent. It was both heartwarming and witty. I didn’t expect to laugh as much as I did. I was surprised my boyfriend enjoyed it because he’s not a musical kind of person. There were quite a few cheesy moments as well as a few sexual innuendos, which made it all the more interesting for both girls and guys.
You can tell that a ton of thought and rehearsal time went into this. From the singing, acting, dancing, to the lines… It all pulled together rather perfectly. A great adaptation on a romantic classic!

Nora Ephron would be proud of this spin on her enduring chick flick. Thank you Katie B for staging another wonderful event.
The venue is intimate and charming. The only complaint was the lack of air circulating.
As for the musical, it was uplifting with catchy tunes and great lyrics. It captures the essence of Ephron’s original film which was trying to capture the essence of an «Affair to Remember». The chorus and the choreography were well thought out and there weren’t any numbers during the entire show that caused me to yawn and my mind wander which is rare for musicals today. The entire cast particularly Annie deserve kudos.
I hope that this musical takes off and gets a following and a larger venue. It deserves to be seen.

Previewed a super cute musical rendition of Sleepless in Seattle thanks to the one, the only, the fabulous LA East Unilocal ambassador, Katie B. on a quiet Tuesday night~ My seats were M3 and M4, and I was able to make out expressions of the various singers clearly. The playhouse is dated, but maintains a cozy charm with a small cocktail bar in the courtyard and without a bad seat in the house.
The show begins playing officially on June 2, 2013 so they were still fine tuning and working out several minor kinks. I heard some weird audio clicks during the musical. There were a few moments the supporting cast sounded a bit flat or pitchy, but the central characters performed flawlessly. Choreography was fun; especially enjoyed Jonah’s air guitar and hip hop dances.
Overall, I would rank this as a great date or girls’ night option for anyone with a nostalgic soft spot for the 90s (that would be yours truly) rather than a must see musical. There is no need to have watched the movie to enjoy the show, but if you’re curious the musical does not stray far at all.
There is plenty of street parking in the area after 6pm, and Roy’s is just a hop skip away if you want to grab a quick bite or drink pre/​post-​show.

Ahhhhhmazzinnggg!
Sleepless in Pasadena, especially after watching this incredibly giggle-​worthy, tear jerker of a show!
The Playhouse is located tugged and may be easily overlooked by the Other Playhouse on the big street of Colorado. Parking across the street from the show is about $ 9 but if you drive around the corner parallel to the show it is about — FREE!
Getting tickets were simple, walk up to the ticket booth, say your name and we got our ticket. We were escorted by the nice lady to our seat and than the show begins!
Archtecture and décor was cute and intimiate. My sister is a musical buff and LOVED everything as well– she loved the voice of Sam and the son Jonah! She said she teared up as well too! In the end we were both really invovled in the show and was so happy for the happy ending!
Thank you Katie B. my sister silute you too and wants to start writing Unilocal reviews now too!

Thank you Unilocal and Katie B. for free tickets again to the Pasadena Playhouse!
I always enjoy the productions and the intimacy of the Playhouse.
Sleepless in Seattle was my first musical at the Playhouse. I was curious to hear how singing would sound with a loud orchestra. And it was pretty good! Although it was sometimes hard to hear some of the dialogue, and when multiple people were singing it might be hard to hear one singer over the other.
The stage and the set design were pretty minimalistic but I really loved the screen panels that projected everything. Great colors and very romantic with all the stars during certain scenes. As for the story, I think it would have been better as a play then as a musical. I felt there was a lot more singing then necessary (although it was good), and I missed just straight dialogue where you can hear more character interaction. But it was still a great production.

Saw this today, thanks to Unilocal and I loved it! The singing was amazing and the characters really touched me. I cried… yes I cried, but they were happy tears! Now, I’ve never seen the movie, except for clips… so I didn’t know what to expect. This musical was also very funny and I found myself laughing out loud pretty often! I really want to watch the movie now to see how it compares, but it’s not on Netflix, so I will have to find it somewhere else. The little boy I thought was really great! He was really good and held his weight well with the adult actors, and he was just so adorable!
As for the theater, it’s cute and small. Seems like there are no bad seats in the place as I was sitting in row N and that was already towards the back. I was still able to see all the facial expressions on the actors.
Saw many different places to park… free on the street after 6pm, a $ 4 lot, and right across the street from the theater $ 9. My friend and I walked from Old Town since we ate there — that was about a 15 minute walk.