2007 Leading Actress in a Musical Tony Nominee Contenders- Page 15

[BobbyBubby]

Posted: 1/29/07 at 2:43pm

I agree Munk, but in terms of Tony hopes and Critical praise, Blonde will no doubt be compared to Singer and Fidelity.

In terms of box office, yes, the Palace is a huge enemy. That theatre just hasn't been able to find the right show since Aida left.

[munkustrap178]

Posted: 1/29/07 at 2:47pm

Well, the critics were harsh on THE WEDDING SINGER whose material (upon first glance) appears to be Shakespeare next to BLONDE - so who knows.

Jerry Mitchell is a talented guy...but can he direct a show?

If we're lucky, at the first preview after "Omigod you guys," the Palace theatre will crumble, the ghost of Judy Garland will rise up in the air (a la the genie in Aladdin), pick up the creative team, but them in a shaker, pour them in a martini glass, and drink them down - never to be seen again.

[MargoChanning]

Posted: 1/29/07 at 2:51pm

We can only hope, Munk.

[munkustrap178]

Posted: 1/29/07 at 3:03pm

Wouldn't you love to actually see that happen?

A ghost of Judy Garland bellowing something out like "How da-a-a-a-a-a-a-a-re youu!!!"

[BobbyBubby]

Posted: 1/29/07 at 3:05pm

Poor Judy. She must have had a wonderful time at Lestat.

[Unknown User]

Posted: 3/5/07 at 11:34pm

Munk, remember...

Some of us like Blonde.

ps...


GO AWAY

[munkustrap178]

Posted: 3/5/07 at 11:36pm

Thank you for bumping up this thread for no reason whatsoever.

Clearly, some people like BLONDE. I have no opinion, as I haven't seen it. Have you?

[shesamarshmallow]

Posted: 3/6/07 at 12:01am

If we're lucky, at the first preview after "Omigod you guys," the Palace theatre will crumble, the ghost of Judy Garland will rise up in the air (a la the genie in Aladdin), pick up the creative team, but them in a shaker, pour them in a martini glass, and drink them down - never to be seen again.

That doesn't sound like not having an opinion. Yes, some of us like Blonde. It even got good reviews in San Francisco. Saying that the Wedding Singer (which, IIRC, got middling out of town reviews) is Shakespeare compared to Blonde is just false based on all available evidence.

[munkustrap178]

Posted: 3/6/07 at 12:26am

You need to chill out.

I don't have an opinion on the show. My saying that wasn't about the show as much as it was about the genre.

Yes, it got good reviews in CA. That's why I said "CLEARLY, some people like it."

Shakespeare compared to BLONDE was an exaggerated comparison meant for laughs. It's exaggerated on purpose, and clearly you're the only one who, unfortunately, took it seriously. FALSE based on available evidence? You're a joke. You need to chill out. You're nuts.

[miss pennywise]

Posted: 3/6/07 at 12:30am

If Christine Ebersole does not get the Tony, I will boycott the Tonys for the rest of my life.

[shesamarshmallow]

Posted: 3/6/07 at 12:32am

You're a joke. You need to chill out. You're nuts.

Were all three really necessary? The middle is the only statement that seems reasonable. I just don't understand the amount of vitriol being spewed at Blonde - it's not like musicals based on movies are anything new.
This is all off-topic, anyway.

The only lead actress I care about is Ebersole. She has it in the bag - who cares who else is nominated?

[Corine2]

Posted: 3/6/07 at 12:41am

There are a lot of talented women in this category.
I pretty much think this is a lock for Ebersole.
Anyone else agree?
If Ebersole loses I will be very surprised.

[FutureAladdinOnB'Way]

Posted: 3/6/07 at 2:26am

Ebersole doesn't need another tony, give it to Ashley!

[B3TA07]

Posted: 3/6/07 at 2:41am

Screw Ashley and her super-glued smile.

[FutureAladdinOnB'Way]

Posted: 3/6/07 at 2:44am

And her smile has to do with.....What? Yeah not really funny..

[DickonDefysGravity]

Posted: 3/6/07 at 3:21am

I really think Ms. Chenoweth deserves it this season over every other contender.

[bwaygal1]

Posted: 3/6/07 at 8:17am

Christine Ebersole had better win the Tony. No one else, in my opinion, could do what she has done with those roles. She is amazing! I can tell you I think the nominees will be: Christine Ebersole (duh), Debra Monk, Audra McDonald, and Kristin Chenoweth or Laura Bell Bundy
But-Drama generally trumps comedy when it comes to these awards and Ebersole's performance is one of those momentous performances we see once in a blue moon. She will win, I believe, and deserves to heartily. (I would be honored just to be nominated alonside her remarkable performance!)

[Yankeefan007]

Posted: 3/6/07 at 8:39am

Ashley won't be nominated.

Giving a Disney performance in such a diverse season so far has not warrented any acclaim.

I'm saying this with no bias: Ebersole will win.

[FOAnatic]

Posted: 3/6/07 at 8:39am

Ebersole doesn't need another tony, give it to Ashley!

It's not about who needs it. It's about who DESERVES it.

And Ebersole more than deserves it. Her portrayal of the Edies...especially Little Edie...is so real that it's scary. When she stepped out on stage in the second act and began to talk, a chill went up my spine. For a minute, I thought it was the actual Little Edie Beale.

Brown's Poppins pales in comparison.

[RockabyeHamlet]

Posted: 3/6/07 at 8:42am

Christine Ebersole
Donna Murphy
Audra McDonald
Kristen Chenoweth
Debra Monk

-End Of Story, Let the Diva battle begin....

[Yankeefan007]

Posted: 3/6/07 at 8:42am

Perfect explanation, Foa.

[bwaygal1]

Posted: 3/6/07 at 9:19am

And Ebersole more than deserves it. Her portrayal of the Edies...especially Little Edie...is so real that it's scary. When she stepped out on stage in the second act and began to talk, a chill went up my spine. For a minute, I thought it was the actual Little Edie Beale.

Oh, yes! Very good explanation. Maybe that's why I keep going back for more. I can't stop watching the breathtaking performances she gives.
I'll be at Radio City that night, cheering her, and in all fairness, GG, on! (Any other year this'd be a real tight category, but Ebersole's giving what's already being called a 'legendary' performance. Hard to see anyone else top that!)

[Wanna Be A Foster]

Posted: 3/6/07 at 11:36am

Don't count out Lea Michele among the nominees just yet. And of course, I completely agree that the award itself still belongs to Ebersole.

[purpleprince101]

Posted: 3/6/07 at 4:05pm

nominees: Christine Ebersole
winner: Christine Ebersole




theres no need for me making other nominations, she will win
Updated On: 3/6/07 at 04:05 PM

[CurtainPullDowner]

Posted: 3/6/07 at 4:08pm

After seeing Block last night, she is definitely in the mix.