Will We Ever Get Mary Stuart Masterson Back On Broadway?

[Jordan Catalano]

Just revisiting NINE and seeing Masterson’s incredible performance along with the praise she received, it’s always struck me as odd that she hasn’t done any musicals (or theater in general) in the 15 years since the production. I’d so love to see her onstage again in a musical that shows off the gorgeous voice that surprised everyone in 2003.

[markypoo]

That was as perfect a production as I ever hope to see.

[musikman]

She was by far my favorite part of the NINE revival. Absolutely masterful.

[VintageSnarker]

I wish. The last I saw her it was on one of those terrible procedurals. I think it was Blindspot. I'd much rather see her on Broadway.

[BrodyFosse123]

In a perfect world, it would be fabulous seeing her take on the role which her mother Carlin Glynn created and won a Tony Award for: Miss Mona in THE BEST LITTLE WHOREHOUSE IN TEXAS.  

[suzycat]

She's currently working on a film/tv development project in the Hudson Valley. http://www.dailyfreeman.com/article/DF/20171018/NEWS/171019674

[South Fl Marc]

I loved her performance as Luisa. It was so understandable why Guido loved her. I found her far superior to Karen Akers who originated the part, who I didn't care for and whose voice I find grating.

[jbird5]

She did an edition of “ Little Known Facts”, I don’t remember if she addressed the issue.

[WestCoastActor/Director]

Exactly what I was thinking. Since her Father Peter Masterson was one of the original authors I think this would be especially cool.

[gypsy101]

her performance of My Husband Makes Movies is my favorite of the many recordings. she is perfect in the role vocally. tbh that revival is one of my favorite recordings period, i’ve heard many people don’t like the accents that were being done but i don’t mind them (i miss the song Germans at the Spa though)

[Jordan Catalano]

 

Perfection - 

My Husband Makes Movies

[Jordan Catalano]

Even More Perfection -

Be On Your Own

[ray-andallthatjazz86]

Thank you for sharing those clips, Jordan. I didn’t get to see her live, but I remember becoming obsessed with the NINE recording when I came across it in my local library soon after it came out (my first exposure to NINE) and ever since I have been a huge fan of Mary Stuart Masterson’s genius take on Luisa. She’s always been incredibly underrated. I would have hoped she’d have a thriving Broadway career. She can sing like the best of them but more importantly she knows how to act through song. I hope she’s back on Broadway in another classy, top-notch show like NINE. I love BrodyFosse’s idea of having her back on stage as Miss Mona.

[markypoo]

And eradicate the memory of Ann-Margret's Miss Mona...