Official Norbert Leo Butz Love Thread — Page 46

Quote of the day, from Broadway.com:

Norbert Leo Butz
Best Leading Actor in a Musical Nominee for Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
"I feel great…and a little tired. I have two small kids so I was up very early in the morning with them. I was literally dropping them off at school when I found out from my manager. She always insists that she gets to call with good news 'cause she usually has to call with bad news! I've been just trying to stay employed and to do the best material. I've gotten really lucky, but you never know. The work chooses you. It's just a big dumb-luck game. But I'm thrilled to be in the company that I'm in. You just gotta enjoy it graciously. I'm so happy that [John Lithgow] was nominated. That was one I was keeping my fingers crossed on. I was gonna have to pull a Julie Andrews if he didn't make it. 'I will not appear! They neglected my friend and I decline your nomination!' I didn't tell my kids yet. They don't give a crap about any of this. They want their Trix, and they want it now! I'm sitting here spreading peanut butter on apples for lunch. My five year old has a friend over, and they're making wooden pizza for me, which I'm about to sit down and enjoy. All my kids care about is Wicked. They're still mad at me for leaving that show. They thought it was my job forever and that I'd be 70 years old wearing those tight white pants, singing 'Dancing Through Life.' They could care less about this."

I love that quote! Norbert's Tony nom seems to be a bigger event in my life than it is in his, lol! He's just happy to be working but if this nom and win mean that he'll get more roles, them we both will be "VERY, VERY, HAPPAY!"

I've just been thinking that Norbert is the best so he should win but people have been saying that he has no chance or that Tim Curry will probably win. That kinda got me upset. I don't want to care this much but I do. I want Norbert to win so badly and I will be in a horrible funk if he doesn't.

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Chrys loves Norbert but she thinks that Curry will win because of Rocky Horror. I've heard other people say that, too. And Alejandra told me that some Wicked fan said Norbert had no chance of winning. It's foolish of me to just assume that Norbs will win because he's the best nominee. I haven't considered the politics involved. I'm going to be a wreck for the next month, thank goodness that classes are almost over!

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Thanks for posting that quote Alejandra! I loved that Julie Andrews reference.

I really can't believe people are insisting that Tim Curry should win the Tony this year. It really drives me crazy every time I read something about it. Even though I love him as a performer he does not deserve an award for this role. And how in the world can someone even think NLB doesn't have a chance of winning??? Craziness!

Remember who the voters are- 700 "insiders" & while Tim is a long time member of the thespian community, Norb ain't egzacly a "come lately" He's paid his dues in regional, in workshops, in benefits,as swings/standbys, touring as well as leading roles which gives him a LOT of contact w the varied membership who does the actual voting. PLUS Norb has a LONG career ahead of him &these are the folks who are gonna assoc w him during that career. It's to their benefit also that Norb gets the honours that are his justly earned due. Final analysis: NORB WINS!!!

After thinking a bit more, there is one set of circumstances that could change this and that is a life threatening illness- never underestimate the Liz Taylor/Butterfield 8 element!! Otherwise I stand by my prounouncement.

Updated On: 5/11/05 at 09:48 AM

I agree with sabrelady and wendy. :) I'm keeping the positive thoughts. Norbert is due, having already gotten a nomination for TSN (despite it being a "dreadful" show) and winning other awards. He's getting a lot of attention.

Who is submitting a question for Norbert for the Q&A?

Alejandra

thespian geek: that's a great question, one that leads to a funny response. :) Hope he answers. LOL it was awesome when Patrick answered your question...first!

y'all...there are some gorgeous photos from the reception today. Norbert looks smashing! I love his clothes. Sherie looks like an old-time movie star, so so pretty.

There are pics of John, Joanna, and David Yasbek, too.

Alejandra


Tony nominee reception photos

Updated On: 5/11/05 at 09:16 PM

The pictures are great--Sherie looks amazing.

Kelli O'Hara is gorgeous.

Did anyone see John on Regis & Kelly soon after DRS opened? He told a story about one night in San Diego where Norbs as Freddy forgot to put on his protective padding for the "Ruffhousin" scene. It was quite funny..

TG: And I was just going to comment on how HOT she looks in that lipstick color! LOL! It's dark but I think she pulls it off very well. She looks gorgeous and oh so stylish.

Has anyone seen the thread on the main board offering actor/actress suggestions for the DRS tour? I can't think of another actor who can pull off Norbert's role as well as he can.
(Although I may be slightly biased!) Any thoughts?

I saw some people suggested Chris Fitzgerald as Freddy--I have only seen him in "Wicked"--what do people think of that?

I have suggested Jeff McCarthy and Tom Hewitt for Lawrence.

Christianne Noll or Kerry Butler for Christine.

Norbs--hey, there's no one like him..

wendy: I only know Chris Fitzgerald from Wicked as well, so I don't know how well he would do with a role like Freddy.

Norbert is certainly leaving some giant shoes to fill!