I love how in the newer version McNamara's uncomfort is showing more. She looks more afraid and instead of dancing along she's outcasted and helps Veronica instead
@@FD_OwenW I mean Sophie did an amazing job at Mcnamara, she showed how full of fear the character is exactly by being so obedient and betraying her friends just so she can be relevant and stay on Heather's good side. It's just that I like how the writers have decided to direct to Mcnamara in this song as a victim too. Starting with the whole beginning before the song where instead of Veronica, Heather Mcnamara gets yelled at.
@@TheMaskedNate again 100% agreed, Sophie is my favourite of all McNamara's, she showed her characteristics in that character, every different cast has different characteristics for their character, but Sophie's McNamara was extremely confident and enjoyed being a heather as it seemed up until 'lifeboat' but with the McNamara in this video, she's overall shy and in shock of Dukes change of behaviour since Chnadler's death, so this McNamara tries to help Veronica through what's happening in this number, showing that her character was more humble and selfless than Sophies view of the character
@@FD_OwenW Tbh, it might’ve been more choreography based cause I see a lot of things were changed. Like, on the crack boom instead of them taking off heathers jacket at that part they take it off at “Move bitch” instead. Also, Veronica now has her diary in this scene, whilst in the OG cast she didn’t. Which results in them tearing out her diary and McNamara trying to help Veronica get the papers back.
Omg I totally love that they put McNamara to "Shut Heather up", unlike the Old version where Veronica does, It just add More Character for McNamara, and This McNamara isn't just dancing, she's actually doubtful of heather duke, I see the Little waves in her hand towards Veronica, and she's actually helped her up, that's just prove that Heather M. Might not be a full Cinnamon Roll, but she sure is just controlled of who's above her. Like it just adds more character to her, and not just background girl or fill in with the Heather Clique.
Very true. A part of it I love is that McNamara's "shut up heather" can be interpreted as her telling herself to shut up OR as McNamara trying to stop Duke by telling her to shut up.
Tbh veronica saying shut up gives a reason for duke to attack her and bring the big fun reprise into the song. Without veronica instigating it it kinda comes out of nowhere
I don’t know her name but the girl playing Heather duke is incredible, I think she might be my favourite from all of the Heather dukes from the west end version!
This might be my fave characterization of Heather Mac. She looks so scared and joins mostly out of fear of ostracization. The little wave she gives Veronica, the hesitation joining into the choreography, the look of fear when Heather D grabs Veronica’s diary. Love to see the choices
i love that in this version Heather M is no longer cheerfully dancing along with Heather D‘s power trip. at 4:02 it seems like she‘s genuinely surprised by Heather D‘s ruthlessness, and realizes that her own life is taking a turn for the worse under D. It makes Lifeboat less of a surprise (and shows that M unlike D actually has a conscience, just no self esteem)
I like of when they are all dancing (Minus Heather Mac/Yellow) Veronica's body is like doing two things at once. Her legs are moving with the students but she's looking around and at the note in confusion.
I like the original west end quick change from 2018, but it just felt out of place on “crack boom” and I think when heathers came back in 2021 with this cast and they changed the quick change to “move bitch this is my song” was so much better of a choice
Something I think is interesting about this Heather Mac is not only does she help Veronica, and act uncomfortable. When Heather Duke says “too bad I just did” to Veronica Heather Mac says it with Duke and then covers her mouth like she regrets saying it. Which further proves the theory that Heather Mac just follows whoever takes leadership near her. (Like a puppy dog) which also further proves the theory of Heather chandler and Heather Mac, where the reason where Heather chandler never told Heather Mac to shut up is *not* because Heather Mac was a “cinnamon role” it’s because Chandler had the most leader ship at the time. Which FURTHER PROVES where the reason Heather chandler always told Heather Duke to shut up was because Duke was always trying to be in that leadership role but she couldn’t while Heather Chandler was alive (which is why we have this song) . Sorry that was a lot but I thought that was interesting. Edit: Another thing, this connects to lifeboat, where Heather Mac would *literally* rather una live herself than think or depend on her own. She needs someone to boss her around.
I like how Heather Mc is like I’m scared but I don’t wanna be an outcast so I have to follow Heather Duke’s rules this version is better for me because it shows heather Mc as like she’s scared but has to follow Heather Duke in order to make it through high school.
They're specially made to be able to tear away like that- cut up into a couple pieces, then hemmed and attached back together with hidden clasps- or visible ones, seeing as how the buttons on her green blazer serve as some of those points of attachment. The white undershirt with the green ribbon on it is just two separate pieces sewed onto the inside of the two halves of the blazer, so it can tear away as well so she's wearing the one with the red ribbon on it after the change.
in the original version it was Veronica, but in this version, they changed it to make it look like Mac was trying to rebel against Duke because she's too loyal and knows what Duke is capable of
So annoyed there as barely any cheering for this Duke. When she first puts the scrunchie on, there’s usually loads more cheering (I’m going off seeing it live, the proshot, and multiple bootlegs), but literally no one makes a sound. There’s a bit of cheering at the change, but not nearly enough.
100% agreed, 2018 west end intro was 100x better T'Shann Williams, Carrie Hope Fletcher, Sophie Issacs, Jodie Steele (2018), and the rest of that cast really put 10,000% effort into the show, this cast wasn't as good at it
West end are one of the most talented and popular theatre companies out there, and if you saw the title of the video why did you watch it if you “hate the west end” make it make sense
the body shapes and costumes don't flatter each other. they look like a cheap high school production. and the acting... not good either ... well... jodie's clearly the best here.
Body shape shouldn’t matter. Wether it’s close to the original production of the musical or the movie back from 1989. Costume quality may not be the best, but they want it to be comfortable, breathable, and easy to movie in. Plus I’m not sure on how well anyone else is paying attention to that. I personally thought the acting was amazing, along with the clip.
@@bubbleswasnthere8889 i 100% agree, they may not be as good at the OG west end cast, as some people will think, but each person tat plays each character in each production will have their own little twist on the character, some in which some people will like and others will dislike, opinions are free and i like that people can give their own opinion, but honestly, i think they're all amazing
I love how in the newer version McNamara's uncomfort is showing more. She looks more afraid and instead of dancing along she's outcasted and helps Veronica instead
yeah, i 100% agree, Sophie Isaacs was too enthusiastic with the role, where as this MacNamara was more nervous
@@FD_OwenW I mean Sophie did an amazing job at Mcnamara, she showed how full of fear the character is exactly by being so obedient and betraying her friends just so she can be relevant and stay on Heather's good side.
It's just that I like how the writers have decided to direct to Mcnamara in this song as a victim too. Starting with the whole beginning before the song where instead of Veronica, Heather Mcnamara gets yelled at.
@@TheMaskedNate again 100% agreed, Sophie is my favourite of all McNamara's, she showed her characteristics in that character, every different cast has different characteristics for their character, but Sophie's McNamara was extremely confident and enjoyed being a heather as it seemed up until 'lifeboat' but with the McNamara in this video, she's overall shy and in shock of Dukes change of behaviour since Chnadler's death, so this McNamara tries to help Veronica through what's happening in this number, showing that her character was more humble and selfless than Sophies view of the character
@@FD_OwenW Tbh, it might’ve been more choreography based cause I see a lot of things were changed. Like, on the crack boom instead of them taking off heathers jacket at that part they take it off at “Move bitch” instead. Also, Veronica now has her diary in this scene, whilst in the OG cast she didn’t. Which results in them tearing out her diary and McNamara trying to help Veronica get the papers back.
Ikr I also love how after she said "TO BAD I JUST DID" to Veronica she felt bad
she's AMAZING oh my goodness her stage presence and vocal control is godly oh my gosh
that’s what i thought when i first saw it 🤩
I agree I can’t stop watching
Right? Omg she’s incredible
Omg I totally love that they put McNamara to "Shut Heather up", unlike the Old version where Veronica does, It just add More Character for McNamara, and This McNamara isn't just dancing, she's actually doubtful of heather duke, I see the Little waves in her hand towards Veronica, and she's actually helped her up, that's just prove that Heather M. Might not be a full Cinnamon Roll, but she sure is just controlled of who's above her. Like it just adds more character to her, and not just background girl or fill in with the Heather Clique.
i 100% agree, good thinking
Yeah, like, in other versions this whole song happens bc of Veronica's schizophrenia
Very true. A part of it I love is that McNamara's "shut up heather" can be interpreted as her telling herself to shut up OR as McNamara trying to stop Duke by telling her to shut up.
Tbh veronica saying shut up gives a reason for duke to attack her and bring the big fun reprise into the song. Without veronica instigating it it kinda comes out of nowhere
@@Yasokiii Agreed
Veronica stroking Heather C’s face was really cute. I love how ghost Heather and Veronica became besties 😂
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Time stamp?
@@melissa.playz-official 1:55
@@burnt.flowersworked for me to /JOKING
i love how in 3:55 veronica is still moving along with the ensemble. it's so satisfying
This was the best “never shut up again” I’ve ever watched, it was very energetic
absolutely obsessed that christina’s veronica moves towards the front in the same ways the ensemble moves
That is down to the choreographer and director.....
2:40 I CAN’T MCNAMARA FEELING BAD FOR YELLING AT VERONICA IS SO CUTE 😭
I love her riffs! They’re so unique
I love how you can see how Mc feels bad for Veronica when Duke took her diary
Her vocal control is amazingg
I don’t know her name but the girl playing Heather duke is incredible, I think she might be my favourite from all of the Heather dukes from the west end version!
Her name is Bobbie Little
I like the current version more- I just saw it for myself today! :)
Me too!
What about Vivian Panka from the Proshot
This might be my fave characterization of Heather Mac. She looks so scared and joins mostly out of fear of ostracization. The little wave she gives Veronica, the hesitation joining into the choreography, the look of fear when Heather D grabs Veronica’s diary. Love to see the choices
i love that in this version Heather M is no longer cheerfully dancing along with Heather D‘s power trip.
at 4:02 it seems like she‘s genuinely surprised by Heather D‘s ruthlessness, and realizes that her own life is taking a turn for the worse under D.
It makes Lifeboat less of a surprise (and shows that M unlike D actually has a conscience, just no self esteem)
I like of when they are all dancing (Minus Heather Mac/Yellow) Veronica's body is like doing two things at once. Her legs are moving with the students but she's looking around and at the note in confusion.
her voice is awesome!! ram and Kurt as well hilarious hahaha
😂😂
Anyone notice Veronica holding back ghost Heather C who was trying to attack Heather D during the song 😂
yeah, i noticed it whilst i was editing the video
this is my favorite quick change i love it so much and then the lighting change *chef kiss*
I like the original west end quick change from 2018, but it just felt out of place on “crack boom” and I think when heathers came back in 2021 with this cast and they changed the quick change to “move bitch this is my song” was so much better of a choice
This is freaking amazing not my fav but her stage presence is wow !!!
ikr!!!
@@FD_OwenW yess!!! I wish I could watch live!!!
I wasn't sure at first but she is AMAZING
i know right 🤩
This performance is STUNNING! Best “Never Shut Up Again” I’ve ever heard.
christina is just hilarious I love her in this so much
same
I'm just noticing the set is all Red, Green, Yellow, Blue, and Black, the heathers colors and Veronica and JDs colors.
1:26 just making myself a replay button
Something I think is interesting about this Heather Mac is not only does she help Veronica, and act uncomfortable. When Heather Duke says “too bad I just did” to Veronica Heather Mac says it with Duke and then covers her mouth like she regrets saying it. Which further proves the theory that Heather Mac just follows whoever takes leadership near her. (Like a puppy dog) which also further proves the theory of Heather chandler and Heather Mac, where the reason where Heather chandler never told Heather Mac to shut up is *not* because Heather Mac was a “cinnamon role” it’s because Chandler had the most leader ship at the time. Which FURTHER PROVES where the reason Heather chandler always told Heather Duke to shut up was because Duke was always trying to be in that leadership role but she couldn’t while Heather Chandler was alive (which is why we have this song) . Sorry that was a lot but I thought that was interesting.
Edit:
Another thing, this connects to lifeboat, where Heather Mac would *literally* rather una live herself than think or depend on her own. She needs someone to boss her around.
I thought Heather Chandler always told Heather Duke to shut up, and she never said for Heather Mac to shut up.
I love this quick change
Honestly, it’s so good
I like how Heather Mc is like I’m scared but I don’t wanna be an outcast so I have to follow Heather Duke’s rules this version is better for me because it shows heather Mc as like she’s scared but has to follow Heather Duke in order to make it through high school.
Veronica pushing away heather C lol
She holds her back
This version, its so good 😮
Heather Ch. dancing is killing me XD
Guys I have the instrumental of this version if anyone wants it :) have have vocals too btw :)
1:57 is no one gonna say anything about Chandler and Veronica? Because that looks kinda gay
Can someone explain how they just rip the outfits off them like that?
They're specially made to be able to tear away like that- cut up into a couple pieces, then hemmed and attached back together with hidden clasps- or visible ones, seeing as how the buttons on her green blazer serve as some of those points of attachment. The white undershirt with the green ribbon on it is just two separate pieces sewed onto the inside of the two halves of the blazer, so it can tear away as well so she's wearing the one with the red ribbon on it after the change.
Great duke. Tbh tho, the change of the outfit should’ve been different.
Was Mac supposed to say “shut up Heather” in the beginning or was it supposed to be Veronica?
in the original version it was Veronica, but in this version, they changed it to make it look like Mac was trying to rebel against Duke because she's too loyal and knows what Duke is capable of
@@FD_OwenW Ohh ok.
So annoyed there as barely any cheering for this Duke. When she first puts the scrunchie on, there’s usually loads more cheering (I’m going off seeing it live, the proshot, and multiple bootlegs), but literally no one makes a sound.
There’s a bit of cheering at the change, but not nearly enough.
Who plays who?
I know Jodie Steele plays Heather Chandler and Bobbie Little plays Heather Duke
Christina Bennington (Veronica Sawyer), Jordan Luke Gage (Jason Dean), Jodie Steele (Heather Chandler), Bobbie Little (Heather Duke), Frances Mayli McCann (Heather McNamara), Madison Swan (Martha Dunnstock), Joaquin Pedro Valdes (Ram Sweeney), Ross Harmon (Kurt Kelly), Lauren Ward (Ms. Fleming/Veronica's Mother), Simon Bailey (Ram's Dad/Big Bud Dean/Coach Ripper), Steven Serlin (Kurt's Dad/Veronica's Dad/Principal Gowan), Aimee Hodnett (Drama Club Drama Queen), Christopher Parkinson (Hipster Dork/Officer McCord), Giles Surridge (Beleaguered Geek), Iván Fernández González (Preppy Stud/Officer Milner), Rachel Rawlinson (Stoner Chick), Rumi Sutton (Young Republicanette), Teleri Hughes (New Wave Party Girl)
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why heather c like a drunk for me😩
IMO they ruined the tension of the intro
100% agreed, 2018 west end intro was 100x better
T'Shann Williams, Carrie Hope Fletcher, Sophie Issacs, Jodie Steele (2018), and the rest of that cast really put 10,000% effort into the show, this cast wasn't as good at it
Yeah :(
Tbh I prefer the 2018 West End intro more
@@FD_OwenW matter of opinion. Agree Jamie and Carrie were better leads but that is all!!
God i hate west end lmaooo
Then why did you click on this video? Just curious yk
i was willing to give it a chance...@@CocoaBffsyt
womp womp
West end are one of the most talented and popular theatre companies out there, and if you saw the title of the video why did you watch it if you “hate the west end” make it make sense
Cry bout ittt
the body shapes and costumes don't flatter each other. they look like a cheap high school production. and the acting... not good either ... well... jodie's clearly the best here.
yeah but come on, heather duke sounded amazing, u can't lie
Body shape shouldn’t matter. Wether it’s close to the original production of the musical or the movie back from 1989.
Costume quality may not be the best, but they want it to be comfortable, breathable, and easy to movie in. Plus I’m not sure on how well anyone else is paying attention to that.
I personally thought the acting was amazing, along with the clip.
@@bubbleswasnthere8889 i 100% agree, they may not be as good at the OG west end cast, as some people will think, but each person tat plays each character in each production will have their own little twist on the character, some in which some people will like and others will dislike, opinions are free and i like that people can give their own opinion, but honestly, i think they're all amazing
Could you do better SungJin Lui??
@@bubbleswasnthere8889 absolutely......well said!