Londonskyguy said: "Looks like some design changes."
I was wondering that! She tagged “redesign.” There’s a rendering of Bobbie standing in front of the title letters scrambled, did that happen in London?
Kad said: "In his book, he doesn't talk about Patti at all beyond a passing mention that she played Eva."
Patti was also a vocal critic of Hal, calling him a “stager,” not a director. I don’t think they had a great relationship, but Patti did make a nice statement when he passed away.
BJR said: "ljay889 said: "Patti is known for playing hardball, but I’m not surprised she didn’t follow through with her word this time. I couldn’t imagine she’d pass up a Broadway transfer of a major Sondheim revival, and the 50th anniversary of the show itself."
Agreed. She has to know this is a special moment. How many more Sondheim revivals on Broadway will she get to do, especially if I may be so frank, while we're lucky e
DoTheDood said: "ljay889 said: "Patti is known for playing hardball, but I’m not surprised she didn’t follow through with her word this time. I couldn’t imagine she’d pass up a Broadway transfer of a major Sondheim revival, and the 50th anniversary of the show itself."
Not to mention the show is opening aroundSondheim's 90th birthday, I mean there is probably going to be more to his birthday (likely a concert like his 80th), b
COMPANY eyeing a spring 2020 transfer at a Shubert theater Aug 16
2019, 10:48:41 PM
She said in an interview “certain cast members would have to join her” for her to transfer. I don’t remember her specifying Craig and Bailey, but they’re obviously who she was referring to.
Patti is known for playing hardball, but I’m not surprised she didn’t follow through with her word this time. I couldn’t imagine she’d pass up a Broadway transfer of a major Sondheim revival, and the 50th anniversary of the show itself.
ukpuppetboy said: "Up In One said: "With Lenk and LuPone on board ..."
Isn’t it safe to assume Patti isn’t onboard given the repeated suggestions that Rosalie Craig & Jonathan Bailey won’t be transferring? Aside from previously having quit musicals after War Paint she did, quite unequivocally state she wouldn’t carry on with Company without those leads - which she also followed through with in her Les Mis days."
I know some thought Craig's singing keys sounded too high in London. Being that Lenk has a smokier/sultrier voice, I wonder if they will lower the keys for her.
Most major Sondheim revivals get recorded, aside from the string of recent Off-Broadway revivals. I'm not surprised it got a London cast recording, and I won't be surprised when it likely gets a Broadway cast recording.
Apparently they did try to bring over Craig and Bailey, but it fell through with both.
It looks like the producers are going the “prestige” route/ casting respected stage actors in a Sondheim musical with a buzzy concept and hoping that will be enough to generate some interest and hopefully some Tony awards. But hey this is Sondheim and with the exception of Jake Gyllenhaal doing SUNDAY, this is kind of per the usual with how his shows are produced in NYC."
I completely agree with this. I would also add the
As ItsKatrina mentioned, the story currently floating around is that Rosalie couldn’t commit due to another project, and Sondheim personally chose Lenk for the role. Most likely, after working with her at the JRB event. We know Sondheim likes unique and daring performers, none of this is a surprise. It’s simply wonderful.
I agree. She is a brilliant and unique actress. In another lifetime, she could've easily have been a Sondheim muse. Perfect choice, she will without a doubt deliver a daring and original performance.
Valentina3 said: "barcelona20 said: "ljay889 said: "Remember, Sondheim has always had a preference for actors who can sing over actors with perfect singing voices. I wouldn’t expect a very strong singing actress like Mueller. The current rumor points to a unique actress with an unusual yet pleasant singing voice."
There's nothing worse on this site when people express "rumors" without providing who they are talking about.
Valentina3 said: "ljay889 said: "Remember, Sondheim has always had a preference for actors who can sing over actors with perfect singing voices. I wouldn’t expect a very strong singing actress like Mueller. The current rumor points to a unique actress with an unusual yet pleasant singing voice. "
Jessie can...act really well? I don't get your point"
Obviously she’s a wonderful actress, I’m saying Sondheim is fa
COMPANY eyeing a spring 2020 transfer at a Shubert theater Aug 12
2019, 12:12:12 PM
Remember, Sondheim has always had a preference for actors who can sing over actors with perfect singing voices. I wouldn’t expect a very strong singing actress like Mueller. The current rumor points to a unique actress with an unusual yet pleasant singing voice.
bwayphreak234 said: "I primarily attend matinees, and I almost always have the full cast giving it their all."
Same here! I quite enjoy matinees.
COMPANY eyeing a spring 2020 transfer at a Shubert theater Aug 5
2019, 01:52:04 PM
Guys, Rachel Bay Jones is 50. I think some of you are throwing out every female actress possible, while not being familiar with the theme of the show. The entire show revolves around Bobbie’s 35th birthday, and this production adds important subtext to her ticking time clock for bearing a child. At most, the actress cast will be around 45 and will likely be able to pass for mid 30’s.
