[scotsman in london]

Went to see Marguerite last night, and caught James doing the role of Otto, and rather good i thought he was.

Didn't rate the musical much (and I love Michel Legrand - check out Jack Jones sings the songs of if you want some real class), but was rather swooned by James.Was sitting four rows from the front and found the sound a bit off, couldnt differnetiate the voices, must be a sign of age.

Must be something to do with memories of Harry on the boat..(leather trousers, .....)

how does Alexander Hansen play it? Similar different?

[abalafae]

HI, have seen both of them and definately prefer Alex. He doesn't shout as much as James, he's plays it quietly and comes acros as more menacing. I find that James appears to be a bitof a bully. Thought he was going to break Ruthies neck last night!

[allthatjazz]

HI, have seen both of them and definately prefer Alex. He doesn't shout as much as James, he's plays it quietly and comes acros as more menacing. I find that James appears to be a bitof a bully. Thought he was going to break Ruthies neck last night!

Hi abalafae! I am going to the matinee performance tomorrow, do you know which Otto I am going to get? I am quite curious to see how James plays the part.

[abalafae]

NOt sure, wen past the theatre today and the signs were up for James, but you never know alex might be back! I might see you at the stage door, am probably going tomorrow to!

[ollie]

I was at the Wednesday matinee (27th) and Alex was on in the first act but changed over to James in the second act. When the announcement was made I thought I may be let down, but he was brilliant and even out performed Alex in several parts in my opinion, especially in the song when Ruthie writes her letter.

[abalafae]

Saw James again tonight, he's really improved through the week. Am really starting to ejoy his performance although missing alex now. Hope he gets better soon!