BrodyFosse123 said: "she's had 2 kids. maybe give her a break.
What on EARTH doesthat have to do with anything? It can be a creative choice. She most likely is trying to showcase other vocalranges over what people generally expect from her. Kelli O'Hara did this by choosing roles which showcased her acting range (and vocally, most notably) instead of sticking to one type of role. Kristin Chenoweth has also done the same with her choices."
chernjam said: "nmlhats said: "I know I could look this up, but where did that "Can We Start Again" song even come from? It was not part of the original 1970 JCS rock opera concept album (which is still the best recording!). If it was in some original draft and then cut, it was clearly for a good reason. Or was it a new Oscar-bait song composed for the film?"
I'm pretty sure it was an addition with the film..."
I'm not concerned about Ben Platt at all. I am much more concerned that Spielberg with probably cast Katherine McPhee as Maria or Anita. That's the casting everyone should crap themselves over.
uncageg said: "Sat left side about 10 seats in, Row A or B for MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG and am sitting row B 11 seats house left for SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD. The view is perfect."
Thank you, uncageg! You're referring to the balcony, right?
I'm in the process of getting $25 tickets for Songs for New World and I'm torn between front row of the balcony off to the side or row B of the mezz off to the side? Does anyone have any insight? I've never attended something at City Center before. Thank you!
With the exception of the end, this was the only version of CHESS that worked for me. It embraced the absurdity of a chess match having real foreign policy implications. And the inclusion of SALT II and Reagan added a level of realism I always thought was missing.
I also liked the men better than the women, which is atypical for me. I'd love to see Cynthia Erivo as Florence if this ever transfers.
BroadwayConcierge said: "Wow, what a freaking cast. I think this is aimed toward Broadway, no?"
I think all that rides on Danny Strong's book changes. If he manages to finally make it work and audiences respond to it, I can see them trying to mount a Broadway transfer.
