PepperedShepherd said: "Am I the only one who finds Rupert as George -- and Russell as Nick -- to be far more interesting prospects than Laurie as Martha?"
I definitely think Mantello wants to have a queer bent to this production with George being attracted to Nick, maybe even a mutual attraction. Correct me if I'm wrong, I know the estate can nix castings in top-level productions but as long as Mantello doesn't change a word of the script they're allowed
Once again, I think only Paul Hilton is the only cast member that's not American and requires a visa to work here. All the leads but him are Americans (with I think Soller being the only one who actually lives in the UK because his wife is English) and the ensemble seem to be all Americans as well. There will be no issues with their legally being allowed to work longer than 6 months. They might not have signed more than 6 months for other reasons, but a visa issue is not one.
Omg Mamma Mia! Why did I blank on that one. You could get potentially get any number of BIG older pop or country or R&B divas for Donna. It is a Universal property so might actually be on a list for NBC.
I think they've realized it needs to be a big name for FAMILIES show-wise with a big main stream name attached. It was smart of them to cancel Hair and I expect they're still working on getting the J Lo Birdie off the ground. I expect it or another Sound of Music "wholesome family show" to be next. I wonder if they could ever get the rights to do a live Wizard of Oz (even though they've done The Wiz)? That's the only musical I think think of off-hand that has a multi
Agreed. I'm kind of sick of plays that are essentially 90 minutes of a person screaming at a "bad" character "don't you know racism/homophobia/rape/abuse/etc are WRONG?!"
Don't except Webber to talk too much about any Sunset drama. What with lawsuits, etc he's likely not able to say much, but also part 1 of Unmasked was pretty drama free. It was honestly maddening to read him never take responsibility for any wrong doings or mistakes. He's likely to just say "what a pity it didn't all work out," give Patti praise, talk about "pressure from investors for a name" and then praise Glenn.
I'm guessing his statements are more in a literal "we don't have it booked anywhere after this" meaning there's no regional theatre or whatever planned. If response is strong I'd fully expect an announcement it's going to have a production in San Diego/Chicago/wherever in a year or so.
qolbinau said: "Antisemitism barely exists in London"
Actually, the UK has a long history of Antisemitism with the Jewish populations being blamed for things like plagues as well as Jack the Ripper.
When I saw Caroline, or Change I heard some English ladies discussing how they didn't understand something in the plot and used phrases like "those greedy Jew parents! Only caring about money! Just like them!" Granted, this was an isolat
I had quite a time this morning trying to get them for both shows. Their website has the code as something like FACCESS20 which kept showing seats but not letting me select them then saying sold out. I tweeted at roundabout and finally got a response that the usual ACCESS10 code worked and was able to grab them. By that point I had already gotten a HIPTIX but I called and they were able to refund me for that.
I know Nick Cearley and Lauren Molina (The Skivvies) are very mad about this tour because the CincyPlay production was their concept. I can easily see how someone saw/heard about that production and took inspiration from the idea, but ultimately I agree actor/musician isn't exactly a new or original concept.
Kad said: "I doubt they're actually going to get a "name" actor to cover for Groff's absence."
I feel the same, but I can also see it being someone's dream role and saying yeah I'm around for 3 weeks, why not? I'm not saying Gyllenhaal star level, but a Ben Platt or Noah Galvin name.
rjm516 said: "I'm shocked that they tried to get Craig and Bailey and it fell through?! I wonder what side ended things. I can't imagine they didn't want to bring these roles to Broadway. Bailey was my fave part of this production."
Sometimes it just comes down to good old fashioned money. You can want to reprise a role and perform on broadway but you're also moving your life (possibly away from spouses or children) for six months to a year to a diffe
rjm516 said: "I'm so so happy and relieved with this announcement. Kyle Soller & Andrew Burnap gave performances beyond anything. I completely believed they were their characters and it feels like they're in my heart forever. When I saw it I thought Burnap was a lock for supporting actor win and he wasn't even nominated so I hope regardless of where he's placed he earns a nomination, along with Soller and Hilton.
Sam Levine is the only one who gets fully naked. You see Andrew Burnap in a speedo as well as another member or two of the boys, but not sure which of the new actors it is who plays the son/agent/trainer/dealer track.
I believe Equity has to provide a hotel/accommodation with a kitchen in the room as well. My non-equity friend was doing a show with some Equity members in the cast and as a result they all got mini suites for their month-long run as a result. Some touring/regional venues have "dorms" that meet Equity standards and those are sometimes offered to cast/crew depending. I follow some actors on Instagram who are on tours and most seem to get AirBnBs these days. I know some people wh
I called this casting and am extremely excited for all those reprising their performances. The more I've thought about them over the past year the more I've realized how truly amazing they all were in very different ways. The only one I questioned if they'd transfer was Paul Hilton, who was glorious, but assumed they'd get someone like Dylan Baker to take the role.
I knew we'd get a theatre-name actress and not a big star (Angela/Julie/Meryl) from the go. It'
