No word on cast. I know its coming to Hartford in June.
"One day, is that enough for you, one day he went dumb, one day I went blind, one day we'll go deaf, one day we were born, one day we shall die, the same day, the same second, is that enough for you? They give birth astride of a grave, the light gleams an instant, then it's night once more." --Waiting for Godot
I really liked Brooklyn. I excited to see the tour. It does seem like they announced the tour quite a while ago, and there's been no updates since. There aren't many cities scheduled yet, either. Hmm...
i wanna see it soo bad. I really like the plot line and i think the music is wonderful. I hope I get a chance to see the tour. otherwise anyone who sees it better fill me in with every detail!!...cause ur all so nice that way
"If There's One Thing to Learn it's You Just Can't Go Wrong If You Follow Your Heart, and End With A Song"
"Where on earth are they gonna find someone who can belt as high as Eden?"
It was announced today on the Brooklyn website that Diana DeGarmo and Melba Moore are starring in the touring production. Diana proved she can belt it out playing "Maria" in WSS so this might be a good fit for her. I'm a little concerned about her doing Hairspray and Brooklyn back to back but she's proven herself pretty good under pressure. Melba Moore sounds like a good choice too.
I would think she'd be a little too old, but if anyone has EVER heard the Purlie cast recording, they'd be wise to join me in saying that I love me some Melba Moore.
I think Raven is one of the most moving songs ever written. I also agree that this show was underrated, its one of those ones that everyone loves to hate, but most people haven't actually even seen it, kinda like In My Life, which also wasnt as bad as everyone said.
(Martha Graham from a letter to Agnes de Mille) "There is a vitality, a life force, a quickening That is translated through you into action, And because there is only one of you in all time, This expression is unique. If you block it, It will never exist through any other medium And be lost. The world will never have it. It is not your business to determine how good it is, Nor how valuable it is, Nor how it compares with other expressions. It is your business to keep it yours, clearly and directly, To keep the channel open. You do not even have to believe in yourself or your work. You have to keep open and aware Directly to the urges that motivate you. Keep the channel open. No artist is pleased. There is no satisfaction whatever at any time. There is only a queer, divine dissatisfaction, A blessed unrest that keeps us marching And makes us more alive than others."
"I think Raven is one of the most moving songs ever written." So true
"I never had theatre producers run after me. Some people want to make more Broadway shows out of movies. But Elliot and I aren't going to do Batman: The Musical." - Julie Taymor 1999
"kinda like In My Life, which also wasnt as bad as everyone said. "
You're right. It was even worse. Half the cats looked embarassed to be up there, and I don't blame them. And Brooklyn was just as bad, with one of the dumbets plots ever.
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"Every day has the potential to be the greatest day of your life." - Lin-Manuel Miranda
"And when Idina Menzel is singing, I'm always slightly worried that her teeth are going to jump out of her mouth and chase me." - Schmerg_the_Impaler
To hell with age!!! If Melba Moore is Paradice she will sing the absolute crap out of it. God, I would love to see it!!! Once again ageism rasies it's ugly head. Who the hell cares as long as she still sings well.