I saw it...and while I thought he was very good, I think there are a few places where he needs to improve.
On the positive-the energy was palpable. His voice is quite good. (I think they should lower the first verse of "Wig in a Box" by about a half step for him but he sang the score incredibly well. I was impressed especially with "Origin of Love" and "Wicked Little Town" and its reprise.)
On the negative: I am not sure if this might be his own acting choice, but I felt like he was not comfortable playing a woman. (I don't know how to phrase this any better than that.) The reason I thought this might be a conscious decision is that the character ultimately makes a decision about their identity so perhaps it's his take.
His movement was a little less fluid than either Harris or Rannells.
A lot of these problems will work themselves out. (I think in particular the movement will work itself out as he gets more comfortable in the role.) I do think he will get more comfortable vocally as he gets used to the music. I'm hoping to go back once he's had a chance to settle into the part.
I still think Andrew was the best in both voice and acting. Michael could end up as the best in acting, but he just seemed too tentative.
Updated On: 10/17/14 at 12:28 PM