2017 NBC Live Musical is "Bye Bye Birdie"- Page 2
2017 NBC Live Musical is "Bye Bye Birdie"
#252017 NBC Live Musical is
Posted: 10/28/16 at 12:45am
Does anyone really get excited about these 'live musicals' any more? Not me-but still read what others have to say.
I don't get to see them 'live' but have bought Sound of Music and Peter Pan on DVD--have yet to watch them and skip/read some threads about the broadcasts.
Rocky Horror intrigues as I remember sneaking out to watch the original as I knew Jim Sharman and Hairspray could be fun. Again--will wait for the DVD to reserve judgement.
Birdie was the first musical I ever saw in Brisbane Queensland/Australia--had a major affect on my life[style].
SL
BroadwayConcierge
Broadway Legend Joined: 7/24/15
curel1
Featured Actor Joined: 6/15/16
#282017 NBC Live Musical is
Posted: 10/28/16 at 1:02am
JLo is 56...hmm...how about Tommy Tune as Albert again?
RW3
Broadway Legend Joined: 7/20/13
#292017 NBC Live Musical is
Posted: 10/28/16 at 1:41am
jayinchelsea said: "JLo is 56...hmm...how about Tommy Tune as Albert again?
She's 47.....
JohnyBroadway
Broadway Legend Joined: 4/10/12
#302017 NBC Live Musical is
Posted: 10/28/16 at 1:42am
Do you think they'll use Let's Settle down for JLo?
#312017 NBC Live Musical is
Posted: 10/28/16 at 2:55am
lol J-Lo is 56 wtf
"Contentment, it seems, simply happens. It appears accompanied by no bravos and no tears."
10086sunset
Broadway Legend Joined: 2/8/16
#332017 NBC Live Musical is
Posted: 10/28/16 at 7:12am
She has sung live on several occasions. She's not the strongest singer but maybe she'll work her butt off like Jake G. She'll certainly sound better than Gina Gershon and her grating vocals.
sabrelady
Broadway Legend Joined: 5/16/03
#342017 NBC Live Musical is
Posted: 10/28/16 at 7:26am
Rosie O'D. will prob want the role. I'd like someone like Conchata Ferrell or Kathy Bates (OOO that would be a scary MAMA!) I suspect she is done w performing but Betty White could have done this perfectly!
#352017 NBC Live Musical is
Posted: 10/28/16 at 7:29am
Bates would be perfect. I'm sure Rosie will campaign for it and if they don't use "A Mother Doesn't Matter Anymore" She will be fine.
#362017 NBC Live Musical is
Posted: 10/28/16 at 8:02am
I actually think this is a great choice! This show has a bad rep cuz it's so commonly done in high schools, but I always enjoy it. I know he's super busy, but Lin Manuel would be a great Albert.
#372017 NBC Live Musical is
Posted: 10/28/16 at 9:12am
I really question the wisdom in following up HAIRSPRAY with another 1950s-60s themed musical. I also think nobody is going to be interested in BYE BYE BIRDIE. Would it really kill them do something that is contemporary?
“I knew who I was this morning, but I've changed a few times since then.”
#382017 NBC Live Musical is
Posted: 10/28/16 at 9:18am
I know the general consensus on this is "meh", but I am SO excited. Lopez is an excellent choice.
"Oh look at the time, three more intelligent plays just closed and THE ADDAMS FAMILY made another million dollars" -Jackie Hoffman, Broadway.com Audience Awards
#392017 NBC Live Musical is
Posted: 10/28/16 at 9:22am
I think this is a great choice, and it can lead to some exciting casting (hopefully.)
A little swash, a bit of buckle - you'll love it more than bread.
neonlightsxo
Broadway Legend Joined: 7/29/08
#402017 NBC Live Musical is
Posted: 10/28/16 at 9:32am
Why the hate for Birdie? It's a great choice. What were you expecting: Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson?
"I'm confused and shocked right now."
Nothing about this is shocking or confusing. Updated On: 10/28/16 at 09:32 AM
#412017 NBC Live Musical is
Posted: 10/28/16 at 9:36am
I think BIRDIE is so old fashioned and is going to seem really dated right after HAIRSPRAY. I guess they can recycle some costumes.
“I knew who I was this morning, but I've changed a few times since then.”
#422017 NBC Live Musical is
Posted: 10/28/16 at 9:58am
I love the show and really looking forward to it. If it has choreography, it'll already be better than the lazy 90s TV movie.
"What can you expect from a bunch of seitan worshippers?" - Reginald Tresilian
#432017 NBC Live Musical is
Posted: 10/28/16 at 10:13am
neonlightsxo said: "Why the hate for Birdie? It's a great choice. What were you expecting: Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson?
"I'm confused and shocked right now."
Nothing about this is shocking or confusing. "
Exactly. If anything, this has been predicted since The Sound of Music!
On another note, it amazes me how rarely a Latina actress is cast in this fabulous role. From Janet Leigh, Ann Reinking, Vanessa Williams to Gina Gerson, it's pretty shocking. Jennifer is the right choice for this type of event, she can act, dance her ass off, now she just needs to get her vocals strong enough to sing a musical theater role that requires a fair amount of vocal versatility.
Updated On: 10/28/16 at 10:13 AM
BWayBound115
Chorus Member Joined: 4/15/07
#452017 NBC Live Musical is
Posted: 10/28/16 at 10:33am
Jennifer Lopez cannot act at all...I'd rather see Penelope Cruz actually, who was a highlight of the Nine film for me.
I'll be watching this casting very closely. They'll probably get someone crazy interesting to play the titular character.
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#462017 NBC Live Musical is
Posted: 10/28/16 at 10:34am
BWayBound115 said: "I would love to see James Corden as Albert"
Whoa. That is actually an amazing idea.
neonlightsxo
Broadway Legend Joined: 7/29/08
#472017 NBC Live Musical is
Posted: 10/28/16 at 10:35am
...too bad this an NBC production not a CBS production.
#482017 NBC Live Musical is
Posted: 10/28/16 at 10:47am
Exactly. Although Jennifer has successfully worked for NBC and FOX at the same time. But I would imagine a production of this nature would be way too much of a conflict with his CBS nightly show.
#492017 NBC Live Musical is
Posted: 10/28/16 at 11:16am
If Martin Short is a stand-out in audience response for "Hairspray," he'd be a pretty great Mr. McAfee.
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