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Via @clairyclue that is our plan! So if we're successful, and things are looking promising, then yes!

We're working hard with a legal team to discuss rights and licensing. We're also bringing up the show to our own theater connections. Both of these have been successful so far, and our end goal is to make sure the licensing is available. Given the legal talk, workshopping stage, and gathering resources, it will likely be a few years until everything is completely available. But we are dedicated, it would take nothing short of a complete catastrophe to knock us off the trail now.

-𝕸𝖔𝖉 𝕲𝖊𝖓𝖊𝖗𝖆𝖑 𝕯.

People ask/wonder a lot why Raggedy Ann failed (in fact it's even a segment itself on each episode of Flop if the Heap) but I think the question itself is really two in one.

"Why didn't the show live up to it's potential (or, bluntly, why wasn't it good)" and "why did it fail?" are two different stories to me

Because if you want to know why the show "wasn't good" I have a bunch of answers for you. Mainly the disagreements between playwright, composer, and director on tone and style and what themes they considered important. Very little of the themes making their way to the actors to use to build character. Fast forward to the Moscow trip and the false sense of security it gave them and the choice to ride the media hype to deliver it to Broadway immediately with little to no time for edits.

But if you want to know why the show failed? The lowest price on here, $25, is estimated at $70 when accounting for inflation.

$70 at minimum. I just don't think, regardless of how well things had gone, if everything had been smooth sailing from the beginning, that Gibson's Raggedy Ann would ever have been a Broadway show that enough people would want to pay $70 at minimum to go see.

Heck even if you're taking the kids, Cats had been running to glowing reviews for four years! (And tickets only cost a little more) The fact is that Broadway by the 80's is a tourist destination, the average family aren't going to take chances with their hard-earned cash. Especially on a show that - from the name - sounds like something just for the kids.

-𝕸𝖔𝖉 𝕲𝖊𝖓𝖊𝖗𝖆𝖑 𝕯.

#rag dolly musical #raggedy ann broadway #raggedy ann revival effort

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Via @clairyclue it does work, because it's still being performed! Rag Dolly is still very actively being performed in Russia, the Ukraine, and nearby countries. Completely illegally, and without the songs, but it's very much the same show.

The organizers agree that this is not a Broadway show. The original intention of the playwright was something that would be performed in a smaller, intimate setting. With charming low budget sets, costumes, and props that would match the homemade thrown-together nature of Raggedy Ann and the "Poppa sitting down to tell you a fairy tale" narrative.

And this is exactly how the show is presented in these international productions, more often than not. There are a handful of big budget productions, many of them with more impressive sets and special effects than was seen on Broadway. But it shows that it does work in a much smaller setting. The charm of the show and the intricacies of the characters are what makes it so special, not the big budget, and those are much more visible without all the distraction.

So not only do we think it would it would be good even for community theaters, we think it would be best for them. Broadway standards aren't the end all be all for what makes a show good. Especially for shows that expect to attract children, smaller shows are a lot easier to take your kids to, and parents are a lot more likely to buy tickets to experimental "children's shows" when that ticket is $35 and not the Broadway $80. Some shows simply are not written for large spaces and expensive tickets.

If the international shows have proven anything, it's that Rag Dolly THRIVES when creativity and clever thinking are encouraged like they are in community and school theaters. I want to see a million different takes on the characters, costumes, design. I've talked to many people who work in theater with me (most of whom do clowning and other experimental stuff for all ages) and most of them are excited and intrigued by the possibilities it offers. There's a lot of potential for experimentation! And that's what makes theater so fun!

-𝕸𝖔𝖉 𝕲𝖊𝖓𝖊𝖗𝖆𝖑 𝕯.

People ask/wonder a lot why Raggedy Ann failed (in fact it's even a segment itself on each episode of Flop if the Heap) but I think the question itself is really two in one.

"Why didn't the show live up to it's potential (or, bluntly, why wasn't it good)" and "why did it fail?" are two different stories to me

Because if you want to know why the show "wasn't good" I have a bunch of answers for you. Mainly the disagreements between playwright, composer, and director on tone and style and what themes they considered important. Very little of the themes making their way to the actors to use to build character. Fast forward to the Moscow trip and the false sense of security it gave them and the choice to ride the media hype to deliver it to Broadway immediately with little to no time for edits.

But if you want to know why the show failed? The lowest price on here, $25, is estimated at $70 when accounting for inflation.

$70 at minimum. I just don't think, regardless of how well things had gone, if everything had been smooth sailing from the beginning, that Gibson's Raggedy Ann would ever have been a Broadway show that enough people would want to pay $70 at minimum to go see.

Heck even if you're taking the kids, Cats had been running to glowing reviews for four years! (And tickets only cost a little more) The fact is that Broadway by the 80's is a tourist destination, the average family aren't going to take chances with their hard-earned cash. Especially on a show that - from the name - sounds like something just for the kids.

-𝕸𝖔𝖉 𝕲𝖊𝖓𝖊𝖗𝖆𝖑 𝕯.

#thank yooouuu #we love answering stuff like this! #raggedy ann musical #raggedy ann revival effort #rag dolly #rag dolly musical #raggedy ann broadway

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I don’t CARE. About ALASTOR HAZBIN HOTEL. raaaAAAAAGHHHHH *throws chair into the aro tag directly at his head*

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I had no idea there was a Raggedy Ann fandom, and I had no idea it was this gay. I salute you

thankyou

-𝕸𝖔𝖉 𝕲𝖊𝖓𝖊𝖗𝖆𝖑 𝕯.

#thanks for the ask! #we are in fact gay as hell #im sorry this picture of scott has like 30 pixels

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I think we should combine musicals with the genre of horror more often. Let’s be schlocky and self-indulgent and gay… together…

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These are likely all various releases of the early shorts as well, Raggedy Ann and Raggedy Andy, Suddenly it's Spring, and Enchanted Square.

These early cartoons are incredibly cheap to license, so companies looking to make a quick buck will buy up a handful of them and put them all on one tape. That or they're just straight up bootlegged. The "and friends" or the different characters on the cover are from the other, completely unrelated cartoons they put on there. Then the cover art is commissioned equally as cheaply, often traced.

The last three of these covers all include Billie, the little girl from The Enchanted Square, so I assume that's the short they used in those ones. The first one likely matches the '88 art to draw people in, but I doubt it has any of the '88 show.

So there's your answer, they're cheap cash grab re-releases and/or bootlegs, most likely of the original shorts! I know a few people who have bought them and recognize some of these covers, that's what they were.

-𝕸𝖔𝖉 𝕲𝖊𝖓𝖊𝖗𝖆𝖑 𝕯.

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Okay, I really don't know who to tag for this lmao, but I was on Etsy and I found these tapes, I just wanted to show y'all just in case they are like lost media or something.

Heres the listing

These are only some, alot of the tapes are known already, like the Snowden holiday show, The great Santa Claus Caper, The andventures of raggedy Ann and Andy, Enchanted square, and suddenly its Spring.

Only picked out the ones I didn't recognize.

(PICTURES ARENT MINE, GOT THEM OFF OF ETSY)

Here are the ones I didn't recognize, these last two have the Enchanted square/Suddenly its Spring Style, but I don't really recognize the covers,

Sorry to bother, but what's up with these?

#thank you for tagging us #i love answering questions about obscure media #raggedyannrevivaleffort love gwyn but this is the better account to tag for stuff like this #because we have more mods so it's more likely one of us will know #raggedy ann and andy #raggedy andy #raggedy ann #enchanted square #suddenly it's spring

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every time something cool happens behind the scenes with RARE i think "how can i tease this in the most vague silly way and also not make anyone freak out yet"

its a fun lil game. i like dropping hints

#you didnt see this post #mod yumyum #raggedy ann revival effort

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Doom's super-easy quick-and-dirty fool-proof rag doll tutorial!

This is a masterpost of all of the links, I'll be editing it as I finish each new post so be sure to check for the most updated version!

Or you can read the whole thing without breaks over on Instructables! (Once it goes through)

Sewing the doll: Part 1

Sewing the doll: Part 2

Basic shirt

Basic pants

Skirt/apron (coming)

Dress (coming)

And if you're just looking for the pattern, you can find it here!

If you have any sewing questions, send them our way! I'd love to answer them and I'll build a FAQ section here on the masterpost. Also if you use the tutorial plsplspls let us know!!!

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Doom's super-easy quick-and-dirty fool-proof rag doll tutorial! Apron!

Part one of many! Masterpost here.

Okay, I took a break from this one but it's time to get back on it! We're making Ann's apron today!

Step 1: Measuring

This apron will be gathered, so there isn't any precise measuring to do! Measure the distance from the underside of the doll's arms, to where you want the apron to stop on the legs, this is your apron length. Then measure across the waist and multiply this by 2 to get the waist circumference.

Step 2: Gathering the apron

Cut a long rectangle of fabric that is 2 inches longer than your desired apron length, and at least 2 times longer than the waist circumference. Again, these do not need to be exact. The wider the rectangle, the more full the apron will be.

You will also want to cut several long strips, 3-5 inches wide, for the straps later.

First, we are going to gather the top of the apron. Using a running stitch, make a loose line of stitching across one long side of the rectangle. These can be a little farther apart than stitches intended to hold things together. As you go, begin gently pulling your string tight so that the fabric bunches up.

Once you have stitched all the way down the side of the rectangle, it's time to try it on the doll. Wrap the apron around the doll's torso where you want it to sit, and see if you gathered the right amount. You can either pull your string tighter or looser until it perfectly fits the doll, you want the fabric to overlap about an inch in the back. Once it fits, tie off the end of the string so it stays the right size.

Remove it from the doll.

Cut a strip of fabric, 3-5 inches wide and a few inches longer than the width of the gathered apron. If you want it to tie in the back, it should be at least 8 inches longer. With the "wrong" side facing you, fold either side of the strip 1/2 inch inward and pin in place.

Take that strip of fabric and line it up with the apron top, keeping a couple inches on both sides. Fold it in half, and slide it over and around the raw edge, sandwiching all the gathered fabric inside. Pin in place, and sew with either a running stitch or whip stitch.

When you reach the ends, continue sewing the strap to itself so that all the raw edges are tucked inside.

Step 3: Straps

Cut another 2 strips of fabric 3-5 inches wide. Put the apron on the doll and move it to where you want it, and pin the back closed. Then pin the test straps in place, to the front and the back of the apron. You want them to overlap about a half inch with the apron itself. Cut off any extra.

With the "wrong" said facing you, fold 1/2 inch inward on each long side of the strap. Pin in place. Next, take the entire strap and fold it fully in half, and replace the pins. The raw edges of the long sides should be hidden inside. Sew with a running stitch or whip stitch along the open side to close it.

Put the apron on the doll again to find the strap placement. Pin them in place, then remove and sew.

If you kept your straps long enough, you can simply tie them together. Otherwise, you can use a snap or button to attach the back of the apron.

Step 4: Finishing touches

Fold over the bottom raw edge to the "wrong" side. If the apron is longer than you'd like, you can fold more here to shorten it. Running stitch along the edge of this folded section. You will also want to do this with the two back edges of the apron.

Add any fun details (this one has flower buttons!) and you're done!

#raggedy andy #raggedy ann #tutorial #sewing tutorial #rag doll

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my fanart of raggedy andy

#fanart #raggedy andy

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Paper Daisies 🌼

INSPIRED BY MY FAVORITE SCENE 😭😭😭🥺🥺🥺 🌼✨

🩷 Prints here! 🩷

#fan art #raggedy ann #raggedy andy

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I redrew a Belindy illustration with my redesign of her :>

#raggedy ann #beloved belindy #fan art #the french doll #percy the policeman

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Supportive sister🏳️‍⚧️

#raggedy andy #raggedy ann #fan art #cute!!!

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Me: having a normal day of it.

William Gibson:

"My mother said "I'll cook a dinner," and made the pot roast he loved. It was her last family act—and of a kind I never knew mattered to me until after her death I awakened from a weeping dream of the recipes I had typed for her in my teens, there was nobody left to feed me"

#a mass for the dead #mod general d

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Oh we've been doing weed Andy since 2022 lmao (art by @/ashenlion)

God dammit rare did weed andy before me

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#420 #raggedy ann #raggedy ann and andy #mod wowf

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happy birthday to bat's weed smoking girlfriends

#420 #raggedy ann musical #rag dolly #rag dolly musical #mod wowf