Package Deals for Daniel Radcliffe's Nude NYC Tour
Harry's baring it all.
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Nothing short of a miracle could slow down the juggernaut that is Harry Potter...until now. The sixth installment of the $4.5 billion movie franchise has been stalled by none other than its 17-year-old star Daniel Radcliffe, who has signed on to act in Broadway's Equus. For those of you unfamiliar with the play, it involves a psychotic teenager who stabs several ponies in the eyes with a metal spike. There's also some full frontal male nudity. Fun for the whole family!
Lured by the promise of Harry Potter's full monty, fans on both sides of the pond have been snapping up tickets (from $61 to $251) faster than you can say Hermione. Not surprisingly, seats in the on-stage section (where you'd have a rear view) are especially tough to come by. But can you really put a price on face time with Harry's backside?
Luckily, HP Fan Trips understands. They're offering a two-day package deal for Potterites, which includes tickets to the play, a workshop with an unspecified cast member, accommodations, meals, and a "Wizarding Game" (whatever that is). The cost starts at $650 per person, a steal if you consider NYC's sky-high hotel prices.
If you're just looking for a way to snag discounted Equus tickets, check out the TKTS Booths in Times Square and South Street Seaport, where you can buy get same-day tickets for a steal.
Meanwhile, here's a preview of the goods, courtesy of Vogue.
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I've suddenly got Billy Idol running through my head..."ride your pony.."
Posted by: azul2079 | August 29, 2008 at 11:40 AM
What did the Humane Society have to say about this play? j/k.
On a separate note, any theater recommendations for visiting in-laws who may not be quite as adventurous?
Posted by: saravasiliou | August 29, 2008 at 02:16 PM
Thiough Equus bares all, HP Fan Trips is being cautiously guarded with the mystery "workshop with an unspecified cast member" and the equally detailless "Wizarding Game". Be afraid. Be very afraid.
Posted by: nyjim | August 29, 2008 at 02:35 PM
Equus producers have assured us that no ponies (real or metallic) will be harmed during the play.
As for less adventurous in-laws, I'd direct them to see Boeing-Boeing. It's a comedy about a guy who finds the loophole in monogamy by dating three stewardesses - at the same time. Hijinks ensue.
-- Beata Loyfman
Posted by: CelebTracker | August 29, 2008 at 02:45 PM
Beata,
Great stuff, looking forward to following your blog in the future. I enjoyed the "clothing Optional" post. I sent my mother in law on one as a gift. She was not nearly amused as I was.
Posted by: spaceball | August 30, 2008 at 12:31 PM