Kristoffer Cusick in Wicked-why still just the understudy
Kristoffer Cusick in Wicked-why still just the understudy
Leadingplayer
Broadway Star Joined: 5/12/03
#0Kristoffer Cusick in Wicked-why still just the understudy
Posted: 12/8/04 at 2:20amI wonder why Kristoffer Cusick didn't get a permanent position as Fiyero. He was the original Fiyero understudy and then Derrick Williams was added. Williams got the role in the tour and somebody else got the part on Broadway. Anyone know why?
#1re: Kristoffer Cusick in Wicked-why still just the understudy
Posted: 12/8/04 at 2:23amThat's the way the cookie crumbles.
"If you are going to do something, do it well. And leave something witchy."
-Charlie Manson
#2re: Kristoffer Cusick in Wicked-why still just the understudy
Posted: 12/8/04 at 11:13amI loved Kristoffer as Fiyero, I actually liked him better than NLB...
#3re: Kristoffer Cusick in Wicked-why still just the understudy
Posted: 12/8/04 at 11:42amI think Joey Mac is doing a great job.
timote316
Broadway Legend Joined: 7/20/04
#4re: Kristoffer Cusick in Wicked-why still just the understudy
Posted: 12/8/04 at 1:04pm
Joey was really good (I won't say great, as he totally bombed As Long as You're Mine - he started in the wrong key and never really recovered) when I saw him too. Maybe the producers felt casting Joey was an oppurtunity they just couldn't pass up.
They haven't named a new Fiyero yet, so maybe he'll get his shot then, even if its on a temporary basis.
#5re: Kristoffer Cusick in Wicked-why still just the understudy
Posted: 12/8/04 at 1:14pmi didnt like joey . and they have named a new fiyero, david ayers. i have a clip of kristoffer cusick as fiyero and love it
"gimme a bottle of bourbon and half a chicken and i'll conquer the world!"
timote316
Broadway Legend Joined: 7/20/04
#6re: Kristoffer Cusick in Wicked-why still just the understudy
Posted: 12/8/04 at 1:21pm
That's right, I forgot about David. Oops!
I even got out my Fiddler CD to listen to him lol. Thanks for the correction!
#7re: Kristoffer Cusick in Wicked-why still just the understudy
Posted: 12/8/04 at 2:53pmKristoffer was mediocre when I saw him.
BroadwayBaby
Stand-by Joined: 5/11/03
#8re: Kristoffer Cusick in Wicked-why still just the understudy
Posted: 12/8/04 at 3:12pmAlthough I am excited to see David Ayers, I asked myself the same thing. I thought Kristoffer's Fiyero was the best of the three (Norbert, Joey, and Kris) that I have seen. Not only is he an amazing performer but hes sexy and one of the sweetest people ever.
broadwayguy2
Broadway Legend Joined: 5/18/03
#9re: Kristoffer Cusick in Wicked-why still just the understudy
Posted: 12/8/04 at 3:39pmpersonally, I am VERY excited about David Ayers.. makes up for the disappointment i have been feeling about the replacement since i first got wind that she auditioned.
ponine24601
Broadway Legend Joined: 10/4/03
#10re: Kristoffer Cusick in Wicked-why still just the understudy
Posted: 12/8/04 at 4:50pm
me too! i LOVE LOVE LOVE David. I got my tickets to go see him already. He's one of the sweetest, most talented men i know. I'm so happy for him. 
I loved Kristoffer too. I think he should've gotten the tour over Derrick, but i am happy for Derrick.
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demonbarber23
Chorus Member Joined: 10/31/04
#11re: Kristoffer Cusick in Wicked-why still just the understudy
Posted: 12/9/04 at 8:49pm
omg i <3 kristoffer cusick! i saw him in sat. night fever and then was lucky enough to see him in wicked XD
girl with the clip....PLEASE PLEAse send to me? i woujld greatly appreciate.
hey! look on the bright side-maybe Kristoffer will be starring in a show someday soon! and THATS why he aint bein fyero!
demonly~
#12re: Kristoffer Cusick in Wicked-why still just the understudy
Posted: 12/9/04 at 8:56pmI have to agree with demonbarber... at least it would be nice to see him star in a show some day.
The choice may have been mistaken, The choosing was not... "Every day has the potential to be the greatest day of your life." - Lin-Manuel Miranda
demonbarber23
Chorus Member Joined: 10/31/04
#13re: Kristoffer Cusick in Wicked-why still just the understudy
Posted: 12/9/04 at 8:57pm
anyone hear know kristoffer? cuz if you do ASK HIM whats going on and whats coming up!
demonly~
Becky
Broadway Star Joined: 5/14/03
#14re: Kristoffer Cusick in Wicked-why still just the understudy
Posted: 12/9/04 at 9:42pm
I wonder why Kristoffer Cusick didn't get a permanent position as Fiyero.
Because he did absolutely nothing for me in the role. He wasn't terrible, but his acting didn't seem sincere or natural, and I didn't feel anything from his character (as I did with Norbert and Joe). His voice is fine, but...eh. Elphaba3 used a good word: mediocre.
Broadway Star Joined: 12/31/69
#15re: Kristoffer Cusick in Wicked-why still just the understudy
Posted: 12/10/04 at 10:55pmEveryone SUCKS in this role because its a CRAP role.
demonbarber23
Chorus Member Joined: 10/31/04
#16re: Kristoffer Cusick in Wicked-why still just the understudy
Posted: 12/11/04 at 6:26pm
i love kristoffer !!!!!!!
haha just thought i would post that-we should make an official thread for this *star in the making*
XD
~demonly
the barber
wicked4life51
Broadway Star Joined: 6/20/04
#17re: Kristoffer Cusick in Wicked-why still just the understudy
Posted: 12/11/04 at 10:43pmWell does anyone know where i can hear him sing , cause i heard he has ana amazing voice ?
"what? what is it? do i have something in my teeth? ok lets get this over with : no im not seasick,yes ive always been green, and no i didnt chew grass as a child "
#18re: Kristoffer Cusick in Wicked-why still just the understudy
Posted: 12/12/04 at 12:21amI wish he would've gotten Fiyero. We have a mutual friend so when he was in Rent I got to hang out with him and watch a rehearsal before the show. He's very personable, not to mention amazingly sexy. Hopefully he'll get a bigger part in a show soon.
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LiLMsDramaTIK
Swing Joined: 10/10/04
#19re: Kristoffer Cusick in Wicked-why still just the understudy
Posted: 12/24/04 at 4:06pmAs much as I do like Kristoffer as fiyero, i really like derrick much better and I'm soooooo happy he got the tour!! I'd love it if after his run on the tour, they brought him back to bway as fiyero!
