Kismet revival?
Kismet revival?
rosheider
Chorus Member Joined: 7/29/19
#1Kismet revival?
Posted: 3/15/21 at 8:35pm
I've only recently become enamored of the wonderful music in Kismet, and have checked out some of the recordings: Doretta Morrow, Alfred Drake, Richard Kiley (amasing voice), Vic Damone, Ann Blyth, Dolores Gray, etc. Great stuff. I understand the book has some problems, but my main question: could a revival work today on Broadway, or would it be too "problematic"? If this has been covered before, excuse me and point me to the right thread.
Dollypop
Broadway Legend Joined: 5/15/03
#2Kismet revival?
Posted: 3/15/21 at 8:50pm
The last time I saw KISMET was the Ecores! production quite a few years ago. Both Marin Mazzie and Stokes were sublime but the juveniles were horrendous (they were so bad I won't even mention their names).and hampered by hideous costumes.
I don't recall the book being problematic. With the right cast, it could be excellent.
"Long live God!" (GODSPELL)
ErmengardeStopSniveling
Broadway Legend Joined: 9/20/18
#3Kismet revival?
Posted: 3/15/21 at 9:57pm
It would be a great opportunity to employ an entirely Arab-American/Muslim cast, director, and book contributor.
Without that, it's an absolute no-go.
Gorgeous score, though.
Fan123
Broadway Star Joined: 8/30/08
#4Kismet revival?
Posted: 3/16/21 at 2:46am
There was one thread about this a few years back that I recall, if it's helpful:
https://forum.broadwayworld.com/readmessage.php?thread=1093563
