Adam Pascal as "Billy Flynn" in "Chicago"?
Adam Pascal as "Billy Flynn" in "Chicago"?
#1Adam Pascal as "Billy Flynn" in "Chicago"?
Posted: 4/5/13 at 11:58amAccording to Telecharge, Adam Pascal starts playing the role of "Billy Flynn" beginning April 8th. Honestly, I'm not too familiar with him. For those of you who know his work, thoughts? from RC in Austin, Texas
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#2Adam Pascal as
Posted: 4/5/13 at 12:21pmweird to watch a pseudo heart throb ("rent" days) age into a Billy. but I think he will be great!
#3Adam Pascal as
Posted: 4/5/13 at 12:22pm
According to everybody; the press release went out this morning.
Helpful link! http://playbill.com/news/article/176628-Rent-Star-Adam-Pascal-Will-Join-Cast-of-Broadways-Chicago
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#4Adam Pascal as
Posted: 4/5/13 at 12:22pmWell, between him and Christine Pedi...I may just have to get back there.
#5Adam Pascal as
Posted: 4/5/13 at 1:19pm
I don't understand all the comments I'm hearing about Pascal's age. Billy Flynn does not have to be a certain age. He's been played by everyone from Usher (age 27) to George Hamilton (age 63).
Yes, it's weird to see a former heartthrob age into a role that...could be the same age as the role he became famous for.
That said, I love Adam and will definitely be making a return trip to CHICAGO to see him. I think he could be good, but very different than most of the Billys.
Everything in life is only for now. ~ Avenue Q
There is no future, there is no past. I live this moment as my last. ~ Rent
#6Adam Pascal as
Posted: 4/5/13 at 2:12pmThis would definitely get me to see Chicago again. I think he'll be great. In an interview, Christine Pedi talked about a new Billy coming in, but at the time she couldn't say who just yet. This is very exciting news.
#7Adam Pascal as
Posted: 4/5/13 at 2:22pm
I don't think the idea of a "hearthrob" "aging into" this part is weird -- no matter his age, Billy has to be charming, no? Plus, Taye Diggs played the part. If Taye ain't a heartthrob, I dunno what is. If anything is weird about it it's just that seeing an actor "age into" a new set of role options forces us to think about how old we've all gotten.
(But at the risk of negating all of of that, yeah, Billy can really be any age so whatever.)
Anyway, I think Adam is one of those actors who is always full of surprises, and often proves wrong ideas people have about what he can and can't do. He's been wanting to play this part for a long time, so more power to him. I'll get my ass there eventually.
#8Adam Pascal as
Posted: 4/5/13 at 2:26pm
But also sad.
#9Adam Pascal as
Posted: 4/5/13 at 2:41pmI think this is good casting. Im more surprised that such a regular poster on here and broadway fan isnt familiar with adams work
#10Adam Pascal as
Posted: 4/5/13 at 2:56pmI think he'll be great. He surprised me in Cabaret. He blew me away in Memphis. He'll make a good Billy.
#11Adam Pascal as
Posted: 4/5/13 at 3:03pmAmy Spanger, Adam Pascal, Amra Faye Wright, and Christine Pedi will all be in CHICAGO by the middle of next week. It's been six years since I last saw the show, but it sounds like the time has come.
#12Adam Pascal as
Posted: 4/5/13 at 3:23pmAhhhh this is exciting! I bet his Razzle Dazzle will be spectacular!
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#13Adam Pascal as
Posted: 4/5/13 at 3:32pmI've always thought he would be great in this role, but never thought it would really happen. So glad to hear this, I will definitely see him!
#14Adam Pascal as
Posted: 4/5/13 at 9:46pmI know that Adam Pascal has been in "Rent" and "Aida", but I've never seen a performance of his. Also, to be quite honest. I'm not a fan of "Rent." But, I'm aware that he's a very talented person. I remember listening to him from a Seth Rudetsky interview. I'll get a chance to see him in person when I see "Chicago" on Fri. June 7th. from RC in Austin, Texas
#15Adam Pascal as
Posted: 4/5/13 at 9:52pmI don't think his age is a problem, I think the fact the role is supposed to be funny would be my reservation. But I'm just not a fan. I saw Spanger about a month ago and she was great though and Amra Faye-Wright was too, would love to see Pedi, I bet she'll bring down the house with her two numbers.
#16Adam Pascal as
Posted: 4/5/13 at 9:53pm
Amra is the weak link here. She's been walking through that role for years. They should bring someone back like Luba Mason. Her dancing wasn't spectacular, but she was fresh and sexy in the role. At the time, I was enthralled seeing a Velma with long blonde hair.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u6dKwpRlRPw
Updated On: 4/5/13 at 09:53 PM
#17Adam Pascal as
Posted: 4/6/13 at 3:45amI was a big-time RENThead in high school, but I think Pascal's best recorded work is his performance as Freddie Trumper on the "Chess" DVD. He'll certainly bring a new edginess to Billy Flynn. Wish I could see it!
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#18Adam Pascal as
Posted: 4/6/13 at 4:38amWell said, Emcee, I agree. He's a year or two older than me, so his age and charisma make him a great choice for the role. Anyone know how long the contract is for? I have a feeling I won't get back to NY til later this year, if at all. Something tells me it's designed to be a limited engagement.
#19Adam Pascal as
Posted: 4/6/13 at 8:53am
This is great news 
#20Adam Pascal as
Posted: 4/6/13 at 9:08amLovepuppy, Adam Pascal's contract is from April 8 -- June 16. I'm sure the producers of "Chicago" are counting on Pascal's fans & Rentheads to see him in the show. from RC in Austin, Texas
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#23Adam Pascal as
Posted: 4/6/13 at 9:44am
Didn't he close Aida, Memphis and Cabaret? I'd be wary of anyone hiring him every again! LOL
No, I mean good for him. I mean why not.
"Hey little girls, look at all the men in shiny shirts and no wives!" - Jackie Hoffman, Xanadu, 19 Feb 2008
#24Adam Pascal as
Posted: 4/6/13 at 11:16am
Can I ask where that end date is coming from?
Nevermind, Google told me. That's weirdly short, even for Chicago. I hope he extends cause I've been waiting over a decade for this and I don't think I can get to NY by June 16.
Okay wait, edited AGAIN because Theatermania says Christine Pedi's run ends June 16. No date for Adam. I'm awaiting a response from a real-life person I trust on the same info, but in the meanwhile I'd love to know where that's coming from.
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