Believe it or not, Laura just did the recent developmental sessions for DON'T STOP 'TIL YOU GET ENOUGH. Unclear as to which role. Seems odd, but lot can happen between now and summer 2020.
At present, no cast recording will be created. However, a few numbers that heavily feature Ann will be recorded (with some additional material that's not in the show) and distributed to Tony voters.
Was at the premiere last night at the Beacon and only 10 (ish) songs make it into the Disney Channel adaptation. Also, I believe the speech beforehand informed us that a new finale was written for this film. But Heidi is truly the standout- hilarious and pipes of steel.
newintown said: "Other than the infamous Rebecca, has there been a Broadway show in the last 20 years or so that never played a performance, despite front of house going up (like it is for Head Over Heels)?"
I agree, I would love these ensembles to be better honored for their hard work, but can you imagine how many more actors being billed as "Tony Award nominee/winner..."? There's gotta be a better way! :/
Tee has also been involved with the show since the first readings and labs (she originally played Cady!). So, she definitely has had a lot of familiarity with the material, but wow, it's still very impressive!
Incredible, as expected! Seriously amazing vocals from pretty much everyone- they killed it! Great opportunity for these powerhouses to rock out on the score. Keala Settle did not appear, so Peter was played by Pearl Sun. Minor shout outs to Shayna Steele (Simon) and Alex Newell (Mary), who were just phenomenal! There were quite a few sound and lighting issues throughout the night (mics going in and out, or not turned on during a song; lights would darken on the performers occa
The cast for the reading is pretty much a blend of actors from "The Color Purple" and "Spring Awakening". Carrie Compere is Asaka. (Cynthia, however, is not currently involved).
Yes, the recent lab productions used adults as the kids (per Jack O'Brien's new concept), with the exception of Charlie. Additional of note casting: Lisa O'Hare was Mrs. Bucket, Jackie Hoffman was Mrs. Teavee, F. Michael Haynie was Augustus, and actually Trista Dollison was Violet.
A source from RKO Stage informed me about a month ago that they are planning to open on broadway in the 2017-2018 season. They want to strengthen the book material I believe in the meantime.
Cynthia's current contract term is only through mid-November at the moment. But I agree with dramamama that they'll probably extend/keep her as long as possible.
