THE HUMANS Film starring Richard Jenkins, Jayne Houdyshell, Amy Schumer, Beanie Feldstein Mar 13
2019, 07:55:15 PM
The casting is simply inspired all around. Yeun and Feldstein are particularly exciting choices. I loved this play on Broadway. It doesn’t immediately scream film (an HBO adaptation in the style of DINNER WITH FRIENDS or WIT seems more apt), but I’m excited for everyone involved. Oh, and it makes complete sense that Jenkins is in this, the better known names in the cast are probably the only reason they were able to keep Houdyshell. Jenkins might not sell tickets, but he’s an awards magnet, whic
Mary Poppins Returns - Crowding Lyrics, Weary Watchers Dec 22
2018, 06:36:03 AM
The indispensable Rob Marshalls direction, Emily Blunts stunning and sublime interpretation of Mary Poppins, her chemistry with Lin, the pitch-perfect casting and performances of every single role, the songs, the choreography (hey, Fosse/CHICAGO homage!), the costumes, the story... pure unadulterated joy for a full 2 hours and 12 minutes. What a treat Rob Marshall has given us.
BrodyFosse123 said: "Super excited to see Michelle Williams (as Gwen) and Bianca Marroquin (as Chita) in the section focusing on the rehearsals of the original 1975 Broadway production of CHICAGO which was a pivotal time for Bob Fosse as he suffered his first heart attack during that period which shutdown rehearsals while he recouperated."
Brody, I’m really excited about that section too, especially with Williams and Marroquin (wonder who will play Jerry Orbach
COLOR PURPLE movie musical currently in development Nov 4
2018, 11:08:41 AM
Yeah, I read the Steve McQueen headline and thought of this, but the actual quote makes it sound like he wants to do musical comedy. Maybe he can direct that GUYS & DOLLS remake that’s been stuck in development purgatory for over a decade.
I wouldn’t be surprised if this project came together more quickly than people expect. The time seems right for it, and the revival injected a new life into the property (many of my college students saw it or are familiar with it—and I don’t teach in
Patti's At It Again! Oct 11
2018, 05:22:23 PM
I’m sorry but what was bitchy about what she said about Glenn Close. She’s been very open about Close apologizing to her recently. The anecdote she shared was clearly in good fun even if the journalists decided to paint it as something else.
As to the pearl-clutching that’s going on in this thread, I continue to be surprised by the board’s tendency to stand up for people who really don’t need it (what in the world does it matter if she speaks her mind about super rich, acclaimed, stuck
Jeffrey Karasarides said: "If you ask me, Moulin Rouge! shouldn't be coming to Broadway at all because that film was nothing but a MIGRAINE from beginning to end!"
I certainly don’t remember asking you, especially since your understanding of most things seem to be so far off anything that’s actually real. Remember when you petulantly insisted that there was no way Leslie Odom Jr. would get a nomination for HAMILTON? And then when he did, you
If it does happen, I hope it's not with Michelle Dockery, who couldn't be more miscast in the Faye Dunaway role. I'd love to see Cranston as Howard Beale, though.
Moulin Rouge Colonial Theatre Previews Aug 4
2018, 06:03:01 PM
I guess I shouldn’t be surprised that people’s first reaction is to assume that Olivo “needs to go” because apparently it’s her fault that she was cast opposite an actor who’s struggled to come across as anything but a boy (and not a particularly interesting one at that) in every major role he’s had. Why any creatives or producers thought to cast one of the most beautiful women to grace the stage opposite a not-that-talented kid (he’s older than me but still a kid in my eyes) is beyond me? I wis
Worse British/American Accent Jul 23
2018, 01:20:03 AM
I thought Susan Brown’s accent as Hannah Pitt in ANGEL was so awful and distracting. It was the only flaw I found in an otherwise brilliant production.
PalJoey, forgive them for they know not what they do. They are too young, I suppose, to remember the days when we could have pages upon pages discussing your memories of working with Bernstein and his notes to you (or was it Robbins?), your devastating experience seeing so many of the dancers in the 1980s WEST SIDE STORY revival, and, of course, all things FOLLIES.
I miss the days the board looked like that, but those days are long over. All things beautiful must die, in
Was Betty Buckley banned from Broadway? Jul 6
2018, 05:17:22 PM
She also is a regular fixture on M. Night Shyamalam’s films. And as Brody and others pointed out, she’s not based in NY.
I do wonder which roles she could have legitimately played in Broadway productions over the past few years. I’d certainly love to hear her sing “Pink” at some point. And I’ve only listened to her performance in GREY GARDENS, but based on that and the reviews she’s gotten for it, it’d be incredible if she played the role in NY (not necessarily on Broadway).
Tag said: "^You're never going to see another A-list celeb tackling this role(they wouldn't touch it, it's Meryl's role). So it won't be Zeta-Jones, or anyone of that stature. You'll get an A-list Broadway star."
That makes sense, Tag, and I agree. I’d actually prefer an A-list Broadway star, but I wish more movie stars were willing to support brand new musicals.
THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA: The Musical Jul 2
2018, 11:48:59 PM
LuPone couldn’t be more wrong for Miranda. She’s a marvelous actor, but she’s also big and brassy and the opposite of understated. Chenoweth (whom I adore) would be so incredibly miscast — we don’t need another PROMISES, PROMISES situation. Remember that Streep’s key to playing Miranda was her decision to never scream or raise her voice (based on her experience with directors like Clint Eastwood). I’m not saying other actresses need to do the same thing, but Streep’s performance surely defined h
THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA: The Musical Jul 2
2018, 06:19:13 PM
Anne Hathaway hate is so 2012. Her performance in OCEAN’S 8 is nothing short of inspired, suggesting that she’s only getting better with age (and for the record, though I was left cold by everything about the LES MIS movie, Hathaway has been spectacular in so many movies and let’s not forget she got a rave from Brantley when she was in CARNIVAL at City Center).
Love the idea of Denee Benton as Andy.
THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA: The Musical Jul 2
2018, 03:29:00 PM
Tilda Swinton has been outspoken about her dislike of theatre, and has repeatedly said she has no interest in doing theatre (which is such a shame).
Donna Murphy seems like the natural choice to play Miranda, though Krakowski would be brilliant as well. I hope they do a better job at finding a really spectacular actress to play Andy than the MEAN GIRLS team did with the casting of Cady. I’d love to see Ashley Park or Sarah Hyland (especially if rumors that MODERN FAMILY will end soon ar
LesWickedly said: "ray-andallthatjazz86 said: "I guess if we want to be kind we can call Jesse Green’s review “mixed.” But if you know anything about subtext, he clearly hated it except for De Jesus."
You mean Ben Brantley."
You are correct. I got the names mixed up after reading Jesse Green’s review for JAGGED LITTLE PILL right after. I’ll edit my original post.
I guess if we want to be kind we can call Ben Brantley’s review “mixed.” But if you know anything about subtext, he clearly hated it except for De Jesus.
Will Sheridan Smith ever come to Broadway? May 21
2018, 05:59:33 PM
I certainly hope she comes to Broadway. As someone else noted, her Elle Woods—based on the recording alone—managed to turn LEGALLY BLONDE into the fun star turn that it was meant to be. It’s always shocking to me how dull the Broadway recording is, especially when compared to the addictive Smith-led West End album. I hope she gets the chance to headline a big brassy show (SWEET CHARITY, anyone?) on Broadway sooner rather than later.
Littleshopofcarrie said: "Sutton Foster as Cassie, please."
I think even Foster herself knows how horribly miscast she’d be as Cassie and probably has too much respect for dancers to take on the role. I hope they go the AMERICAN IN PARIS route and cast dancers who can pull off that beautiful choreography. I recall Megan Sikora doing some beautiful dancing in CURTAINS and APPLAUSE at City Center. Is she a trained dancer? I’d love to see her in th
