Performers Who Just Can't Dance
Performers Who Just Can't Dance
#0Performers Who Just Can't Dance
Posted: 3/7/06 at 1:09am
I'm sorry if this is a silly topic, but I was watching Rent (the movie) and during La Vie Boheme, I couldn't help but notice an involuntary smile emerging from my face when I saw Adam Pascal dance. Then I remembered seeing him dance in the OBC cast and then again during one of his concerts where he performed Under Pressure... the boy... no matter how hard he tries cannot dance. But in a "you still good in those tight pants" way.
To recollect myself, I'll mention Roger Bart, who always does a cute little dance during the Charlie Brown musical.
Now is Adam alone in this or are there others? Who have you witnessed? This can also include moments where actors spontaneously does a little step for fun or something small, like Gregory Jbarra's hip-shake during "The More We Dance."
"I haven't got a pail."
"Find your grail, your GRAIL!"
"But it's not missing. It's right on the counter where it's supposed to- defying gravity, my giant cup's gone!"
"Five hundred, twenty-five thousand, six hundred minutes. How do you measure... measure a year?"
"How many times do I have to tell you, it's five hundred twenty-five thousand, five hundred and eighty-five point thirty-two minutes. You will never graduate if you keep basing your math on showtunes."
"You ruin Broadway for me."
"As well I should."
Updated On: 3/7/06 at 01:09 AM
#1re: Performers Who Just Can't Dance
Posted: 3/7/06 at 1:11am
awwww, poor Adam!
He danced alright in Cabaret. If stuff is choreographed, he holds up much better than if he's just turned loose.
He's got like, the signature, hysterical bounce.
#2re: Performers Who Just Can't Dance
Posted: 3/7/06 at 1:13am
Adam's version of "dancing" tends to be bouncing with some butt swaying, and his signature move tends to be sticking his hand in between his legs 
You gotta give him credit for trying.
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Updated On: 3/7/06 at 01:13 AM
#3re: Performers Who Just Can't Dance
Posted: 3/7/06 at 1:19amFantabulous, you're so right! The hand creeping up between his legs is priceless! It's because those pants are too tight, I'm telling you.
"I haven't got a pail."
"Find your grail, your GRAIL!"
"But it's not missing. It's right on the counter where it's supposed to- defying gravity, my giant cup's gone!"
"Five hundred, twenty-five thousand, six hundred minutes. How do you measure... measure a year?"
"How many times do I have to tell you, it's five hundred twenty-five thousand, five hundred and eighty-five point thirty-two minutes. You will never graduate if you keep basing your math on showtunes."
"You ruin Broadway for me."
"As well I should."
#4re: Performers Who Just Can't Dance
Posted: 3/7/06 at 1:19am
He probably thinks he looks AMAZING.
... it helps him hit the high notes.
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#6re: Performers Who Just Can't Dance
Posted: 3/7/06 at 2:28am
I saw Plum being the last poster, and for some reason I imagined she was going to say something along the lines of, "Well, I don't know... but Hugh Jackman CAN dance."
And Em - I guess Adam should have tried that method for the high note in the Enchantment Passing Through...
Updated On: 3/7/06 at 02:28 AM
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#7re: Performers Who Just Can't Dance
Posted: 3/7/06 at 2:35am
Hahaha, when I saw this thread title I thought it was a very good possibility that watching Adam "dance" in La Vie Boheme inspired this thread. 
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#8re: Performers Who Just Can't Dance
Posted: 3/7/06 at 2:35amWell, it was Disney. He had to keep it G-Rated.
#9re: Performers Who Just Can't Dance
Posted: 3/7/06 at 7:16amWill Chase isn't so good either... Anyone see him during La Vie Boheme?? I thought it was pretty funny...but at least he tried.
#10re: Performers Who Just Can't Dance
Posted: 3/7/06 at 9:27am
"Well, it was Disney. He had to keep it G-Rated"
wasn't there supposed to be a nude scene though? Doesn't sound G-Rated to me.
David walked into the valley
With a stone clutched in his hand
He was only a boy
But he knew someone must take a stand
There will always be a valley
Always mountains one must scale
There will always be perilous waters
Which someone must sail
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#11re: Performers Who Just Can't Dance
Posted: 3/7/06 at 9:29am
wasn't there supposed to be a nude scene though? Doesn't sound G-Rated to me.
I think they cut that out after Disney became involved (and Adam said he wouldn't do it anyway). Still, though, there's some sexual innuendo in the show. Granted, that would likely go over children's heads easier than some guy walking around naked on stage.
Updated On: 3/7/06 at 09:29 AM
#12re: Performers Who Just Can't Dance
Posted: 3/7/06 at 11:02am
I was joking.
I think Will's an alright dancer.
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#13re: Performers Who Just Can't Dance
Posted: 3/7/06 at 3:01pmAnn Reinking stinks, too. She should stick to singing.
#14re: Performers Who Just Can't Dance
Posted: 3/7/06 at 3:14pm
isntitromantic- You're joking, yes?
I love Will Chase, but I agree, he's not the best dancer out there.
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#15re: Performers Who Just Can't Dance
Posted: 3/7/06 at 4:21pm
Anthony Warlow
And I doubt anyone from Les Miz cast can dance.
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#16re: Performers Who Just Can't Dance
Posted: 3/7/06 at 4:22pm
As much as I admire her as an actress and singer, Joanna Gleason isn't a great dancer - it's quite apparent in DRS during her dancing scenes with Andre.
But she's still perfect for the role!
ddtruitt - I agree about IM.
#17re: Performers Who Just Can't Dance
Posted: 3/7/06 at 4:22pm
isn't saying obc cast sorta... um... dumb... original broadway cast cast...
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#18re: Performers Who Just Can't Dance
Posted: 3/7/06 at 4:24pm
KJ are you talking to me?
No, I mean everyone from every Les Miz cast, not particularly obc.
#19re: Performers Who Just Can't Dance
Posted: 3/7/06 at 4:38pmWasn't Idina hurt when they filmed Tango Maureen? I thought I heard that.
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#20re: Performers Who Just Can't Dance
Posted: 3/7/06 at 4:38pm
awwww poor Adam 
he tries.
So afraid of getting older
I'm only good at being young
I'm only good at being young
#21re: Performers Who Just Can't Dance
Posted: 3/7/06 at 4:45pmDon't get me wrong! WILL IS ONE OF MY FAVORITE ACTORS EVER!! But I don't think he was that good at dancing...
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#23re: Performers Who Just Can't Dance
Posted: 3/7/06 at 4:52pm
I LOVE Gene Kelly
So afraid of getting older
I'm only good at being young
I'm only good at being young
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