COMPANY negotiating a spring 2020 transfer at a Shubert theater

[Whateverjsays]

I wouldn’t hate seeing Anna Kendrick in this, she’s done Broadway before and it’d be great for her to come back. Seems like a role that’s right up her alley, I think she’d knock it out of the park

[steven22]

I really enjoyed Rosalie Craig in London. Too bad she won’t be part of the transfer.

Jessie Mueller would be my pick...

[singer234]

I’d like to see Annaleigh Ashford do this at some point.

[Mike Barrett]

If they're going for a name, I hope its Anna Kendrick. If they're going for a theatre name, I would love Jessie Mueller. 

[g.d.e.l.g.i.]

The name they're going for has been mentioned several times in this thread, and it's not Anna Kendrick.

[TotallyEffed]

Jessie Mueller is the best choice for this. Not only is she a fantastically talented and versatile singer, she is a pretty remarkable actress.

I can’t imagine Anne Hathaway is capable of singing this score once, let alone eight times a week. It would sell a lot of tickets though.

[ND_2000]

TotallyEffed said: "Jessie Mueller is the best choice for this. Not only is she a fantastically talented and versatile singer, she is a pretty remarkable actress.

I can’t imagine Anne Hathaway is capable of singing this score once, let alone eight times a week. It would sell a lot of tickets though."

God please I want Jessie in this role. I could scream at the thought. https://youtu.be/R8HQtx6Vowk

Sneak peek? Hopefully! Fingers crossed. 

[Mike Barrett]

g.d.e.l.g.i. said: "The name they're going for has been mentioned several times in this thread, and it's not Anna Kendrick."

I can still want Anna Kendrick though lol 

[TotallyEffed]

If they aren’t bringing Rosalie over, it can be assumed they are seeking a movie star, which unfortunately pushes Jessie Mueller off the list.

[g.d.e.l.g.i.]

Mike Barrett said: "g.d.e.l.g.i. said: "The name they're going for has been mentioned several times in this thread, and it's not Anna Kendrick."

I can still want Anna Kendrick though lol"

I can still want Dunkin' Donuts to make five kinds of jelly donuts, fresh, on the premises several times a day. Will it happen, though?

[Jordan Catalano]

They’d be very smart to get as high profile a name as possible to ensure this gets an audience.

[Kad]

Anna Kendrick reads too young for this. 

[Mike Barrett]

g.d.e.l.g.i. said: "Mike Barrett said: "g.d.e.l.g.i. said: "The name they're going for has been mentioned several times in this thread, and it's not Anna Kendrick."

I can still want Anna Kendrick though lol"

I can still want Dunkin' Donuts to make five kinds of jelly donuts, fresh, on the premises several times a day. Will it happen, though?"

Um, this is a thread to discuss the possible Company transfer, and Hathaway is far from confirmed for the role so I will continue speculating and throwing other names out there if I want, thanks! 

[ErmengardeStopSniveling]

I think Hathaway could be great, I just question the likelihood of her committing to a 6-12 month Broadway run. She's always got a slew of film projects in development, and she has a young family. This is a fairly big show and it's unlikely it could recoup in less than 6 months.

With Anna Kendrick, it's no wonder Bobbie is single, she's insufferable!

[Mike Barrett]

Just because they want Hathaway doesn't mean it'll happen lol. Im sure everyone show wants an A list/B list star to bill, doesn't mean it will 100% happen. I agree she could be great but I think Anna would be as well. Also, Lindsey Mendez would kill this score. Would love for any to happen! 

[dphibbs94]

There's now an EPA for this production. The only offer pending is for Joanne (PATTI). Think we'll see it as early as Fall? Definitely the Spring. 

[Jarethan]

I did not see Michelle Williams in Cabaret, so I don't know how she did with the title song.  She is clearly a great actress, though, and did well with the songs in Fosse / Verdon, although that only meant that she needed to seat on key.  She would give the role the gravitas it requires.

 

[JBroadway]

Jarethan said: "She would give the role the gravitas it requires.”

 

If she played the role, there would be NOTHING BUT gravitas.

[QueenAlice]

Aside from Anne Hathaway, the only other A list film actress I can think of who is the right age and who could maybe-possibly sing the score is Scarlett Johansson.

[RippedMan]

Idina?

[BJR]

If they’re after a major actress and there’s an EPA up gearing for a production this season, wouldn’t the actress have pretty much already committed? Most major actress are busy and don’t have 6 months laying around.

[greensgreens]

Idina would make a fantastic Joanne, that was a great suggestion!

[Marlothom]

My vote goes to Cynthia Erivo.

[Mister Matt]

Aside from Anne Hathaway, the only other A list film actress I can think of who is the right age and who could maybe-possibly sing the score is Scarlett Johansson.

My first thought was Amy Adams.

[Valentina3]

None of the Hollywood names - Anne Hathaway, Amy Adams, or Scarlett Johansson - can sing this score 8 times a week. Since Anne Hathaway has been the surest name thrown around so far, I imagine she'll need some rigorous vocal training and strengthening because her Les Mis bits were frankly very weak singing.

I would love for Jessie Mueller, Cynthia Erivo, Sutton Foster, or Renee Elise Goldsberry to happen, but I guess that's just wishful thinking at this point.