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Who Do YOU Want to Replace Ebersole?
robbiej
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#25re: Who Do YOU Want to Replace Ebersole?
Posted: 6/18/07 at 4:16pmReally, Doodle?? I've never really gotten from Prince any sense of true, deep desperation...in any of the roles I've seen her in. Also, I don't think she's got the same kind of freakish vocal range that both Ebersole and Clark have (soaring legit as well as brassy belt). I've seen both Prince and Clark in many things now, and it is my belief that Clark has a wider, deeper range than Prince. From H2$ to TITANIC to PIAZZA to FOLLIES, I think Clark is a bit of a wonder and would be perfect to succeed Ebersole.
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#26re: Who Do YOU Want to Replace Ebersole?
Posted: 6/18/07 at 4:19pmWhat about Bette Midler, Patti LuPone, or maybe even Maureen Moore/
#27re: Who Do YOU Want to Replace Ebersole?
Posted: 6/18/07 at 4:20pmI would say Kristin Chenoweth. But after Ebersole leaves, I think a big part of that show leaves with her.
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#28re: Who Do YOU Want to Replace Ebersole?
Posted: 6/18/07 at 4:25pm
I just have to disagree...I guess that I am thinking too much of little edie, where Clark might pull it off, but not as little edie.
You may be right about Prince as Big Edie, however.
Perhaps the two ladies could share the role?
Actually, I'm still hoping for Moore to succeed permanently in the part.
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#29re: Who Do YOU Want to Replace Ebersole?
Posted: 6/18/07 at 4:41pmI think this show is going to and should follow suit with The Boy From Oz and just close when Ebersole leaves.
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#30re: Who Do YOU Want to Replace Ebersole?
Posted: 6/18/07 at 4:53pmi dont know about replacements, but i sure would love to hear Victoria Clark's take on WILL YOU?
broadwayguy2
Broadway Legend Joined: 5/18/03
#31re: Who Do YOU Want to Replace Ebersole?
Posted: 6/18/07 at 5:01pm
I vote for a closing notice and freeing up a nice theatre.
Ebersole can go back to being bored at home rather than onstage.
robbiej
Broadway Legend Joined: 5/20/03
#32re: Who Do YOU Want to Replace Ebersole?
Posted: 6/18/07 at 5:04pmUnlike the rest of you, I think the show is actually quite well written and, though it calls for an actress of very specific talents, there are a number of women who could rightfully play the Edies with a great deal of humor and pathos. Clark being one of them. And, though I don't think she's ideal vocally, Prince could probably pull it off.
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#33re: Who Do YOU Want to Replace Ebersole?
Posted: 6/18/07 at 5:04pm^ Huh? When is Ebersole ever bored on stage?
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Broadway Legend Joined: 5/18/03
#34re: Who Do YOU Want to Replace Ebersole?
Posted: 6/18/07 at 5:07pm
ljay, any time I have EVER seen Ebersole on stage.. in a show.. at a concert.. at an appearance. she has that same glazed over, "I don't want to be here" look on her face. I have never one found her to have any mit of magnetism as a performer. Completely unengaging. Like Laura Benanti... technically proficient, but soo cold and disconnected. He standrad 'ballad' delivery in Gardens is the same as she gave in 42nd Street.. and it is dull.
#35re: Who Do YOU Want to Replace Ebersole?
Posted: 6/18/07 at 5:24pm
"Unlike the rest of you, I think the show is actually quite well written.."
Ha! (Said in Little Edie voice) Who said the show wasn't well written? I personally think its one of the best shows of the past couple of years and Ebersole is spectactular in it along with Wilson and the rest of the cast. My reason for stating that it should close is because while its a fantastic show, its audience appeal is limited and its had a very respectable run so far from the off-broadway production at Playwrights being extended three times to a full scale Broadway production garnering three tonys! Who could ask for more?
Personally, I feel it would be best to give Maureen Moore the National tour and have Ebersole and Wilson reprise their roles in a limited run west end production. Whether any of this will happen, we shall see...
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#38re: Who Do YOU Want to Replace Ebersole?
Posted: 6/18/07 at 6:15pmBuckley is an inspired choice
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#39re: Who Do YOU Want to Replace Ebersole?
Posted: 6/18/07 at 6:17pmMaureen Moore deserves it, although I saw her when Christine was on vacation and it seemed like a completely different show. Can't say I enjoyed it too much... I really hope MLW comes over to London with Christine, does anyone know for sure?
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#40re: Who Do YOU Want to Replace Ebersole?
Posted: 6/18/07 at 6:21pmI'd love to see Maureen get it. I'd also love to see Bernadette as Edith/Edie.
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#42re: Who Do YOU Want to Replace Ebersole?
Posted: 6/18/07 at 6:48pm
Chenoweth and Bean, but no Menzel!? This is madness!
But seriously, I would love to see Victoria Clark or Betty Buckley.
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#43re: Who Do YOU Want to Replace Ebersole?
Posted: 6/18/07 at 7:04pm
there is a rumor that Lesley Ann Warren wants to do it (I'm serious) and I think if she can handle the first act vocally, she'd be great.
Admittedly, I'm a fan of hers.
Updated On: 6/18/07 at 07:04 PM
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Broadway Legend Joined: 7/27/06
#44re: Who Do YOU Want to Replace Ebersole?
Posted: 6/18/07 at 7:07pmI still think Donna could do it.
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#45re: Who Do YOU Want to Replace Ebersole?
Posted: 6/18/07 at 7:17pmIsn't Chenoweth a bit young looking for this role? I think in a few years or so she could absolutely pull it off though.
#46re: Who Do YOU Want to Replace Ebersole?
Posted: 6/18/07 at 7:19pm
I was joking about Cheno in the role.
I think she's too short. She'd be as high as Kelsey Fowler.
Updated On: 6/18/07 at 07:19 PM
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Broadway Legend Joined: 7/27/06
#47re: Who Do YOU Want to Replace Ebersole?
Posted: 6/18/07 at 7:20pmI do think in the future we may see a revival starring Kristin Chenoweth.
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#48re: Who Do YOU Want to Replace Ebersole?
Posted: 6/18/07 at 7:21pm
Lesley Ann Warren? She was horrendous in Cinderella. I hope not.
Betty Buckley is a really good idea. She's a little too old, but I can definately see it.
#49re: Who Do YOU Want to Replace Ebersole?
Posted: 6/18/07 at 7:47pmI would LOVE to see Maureen Moore take over.
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