CAMELOT Returns to Broadway - Reviews Thread

[jacobsnchz14]

Posted: 3/28/22 at 3:04pm

https://variety.com/2022/legit/news/aaron-sorkin-camelot-revival-broadway-1235217074/?fbclid=IwAR2NK1NGG9fPdeSvS2Ke6GYRl3i_nR7CweJ7YY3oSgDA9EbphRsuC6VO1yk

Lerner & Loewe’s “Camelot,” that oft-old story of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table, will return to Broadway featuring a new book by Aaron Sorkin. That creative change may mean that Lancelot and Queen Guinevere will be doing a lot more walk and talks than they did in the original 1960 production or the 1967 film version.

The new production of “Camelot” is scheduled to begin performances on Nov. 3 and open on Dec. 8 at the Vivian Beaumont Theater. Casting and the design team for the revival will be announced at a later date. There have been some pretty incredible performers who have appeared in “Camelot” over the years with the likes of Julie Andrews, Robert Goulet, Richard Burton, Richard Harris and Vanessa Redgrave putting their stamp on pivotal roles.

Updated On: 4/12/23 at 03:04 PM

[MemorableUserName]

Posted: 3/28/22 at 3:06pm

https://deadline.com/2022/03/aaron-sorkin-bartlett-sher-broadway-camelot-revival-1234989228/

The Lincoln Center Theater revival of the 1960 musical will reunite Sorkin and Mockingbird director Bartlett Sher, with previews set to begin at Lincoln Center’s Vivian Beaumont Theater on Thursday, November 3, with an opening night of Thursday, December 8. Casting and design team will be announced later.

Updated On: 3/28/22 at 03:06 PM

[MCfan2]

Posted: 3/28/22 at 3:09pm

I'm very fond of this show, though I usually end up depressed by the end. (Team Arthur forever -- what Guenevere sees in Lancelot I'll NEVER know.) I hope Sorkin doesn't go nuts with it. I always think that what this play needs is a light touch, something he's not exactly known for.

[jacobsnchz14]

Posted: 3/28/22 at 3:09pm

Let the dream casting begin! 

[Call_me_jorge]

Posted: 3/28/22 at 3:12pm

Denee Benton for Guenevere?

Updated On: 3/29/22 at 03:12 PM

[Jordan Catalano]

Posted: 3/28/22 at 3:14pm

I mean it’s gotta be Benanti, right? This is my dream to see a full scale revival of this show. I’m in heaven right now. 

[Dollypop]

Posted: 3/28/22 at 3:15pm

We all know that Laura Benanti will be Guinevere.

[CarlosAlberto]

Posted: 3/28/22 at 3:18pm

Take my money, take my money...TAKE. MY. MONEY.

"Camelot" is one of my all time favorite musicals. 

[Jordan Catalano]

Posted: 3/28/22 at 3:23pm

I’m going to just say Kudisch as Arthur because I have to put it out into the universe. 

[Jeffrey Karasarides]

Posted: 3/28/22 at 3:24pm

I wonder if Bart will cast Harry Hadden-Paton as King Arthur.

[brdwybound04]

Posted: 3/28/22 at 3:24pm

I think it will star Paulo Szot and Kelli O’Hara!!!

Updated On: 3/28/22 at 03:24 PM

[fashionguru_23]

Posted: 3/28/22 at 3:24pm

This is really exciting. I revisited the score last week, and forgot how much I loved it. 

I wonder if anyone from the previous LCT benefit cast will be involved. 

At one point in the past, I'd say Kelli O'Hara for Guinevere...but now, I don't know.

[ErmengardeStopSniveling]

Posted: 3/28/22 at 3:24pm

If there's any show that has desperately needed a revised book, it's this. Should be great material for LCT.

Hope they don't go too old for Arthur. Richard Burton was only 35 when he originated it, and since then the casting seems to creep older and older (with Burton, Richard Harris, and Robert Goulet playing it into their 50s and beyond). There's something much more interesting about a young, impish king. Otherwise, it becomes "older man gets cucked by younger man."

Benanti would have been perfect for Guinevere, but similarly too old...if a 43-year-old is singing "where are the simple joys of Maidenhood?" you have to wonder what she's been up to the past 25 years!

Updated On: 3/28/22 at 03:24 PM

[CATSNYrevival]

Posted: 3/28/22 at 3:31pm

I could not disagree more. I love the original book for Camelot I do not believe the show needs a new book but I love the score and I will keep an open mind.

[MCfan2]

Posted: 3/28/22 at 3:37pm

ErmengardeStopSniveling said: "Hope they don't go too old for Arthur. Richard Burton was only 35 when he originated it, and since then the casting seems to creep older and older (with Burton, Richard Harris, and Robert Goulet playing it into their 50s and beyond). There's something much more interesting about a young, impish king. Otherwise, it becomes "older man gets cucked by younger man.""

Totally agree with this. 

[Jordan Catalano]

Posted: 3/28/22 at 3:44pm

How bout my Gyllenaal? He'd be amazing, since he's not doing "Sunday in the Park" anymore. 

Updated On: 3/28/22 at 03:44 PM

[ErmengardeStopSniveling]

Posted: 3/28/22 at 3:45pm

How about these two as Broadway's next Arthur and Guinevere?

Updated On: 3/28/22 at 03:45 PM

[RippedMan]

Posted: 3/28/22 at 3:47pm

Doesn't Arthur need a booming baritone type voice like a Norm Lewis type voice? Or am I thinking of the wrong character. 

Is it the same set designer he always works with cause ugh.... I want something new. 

[NOWaWarning]

Posted: 3/28/22 at 3:48pm

Very interested to see how Sorkin does. This will be his first musical, yes?

[ATerrifyingAndImposingFigure]

Posted: 3/28/22 at 3:49pm

Jordan Catalano said: "I’m going to just say Kudisch as Arthur because I have to put it out into the universe."

I’m all for Kudisch getting the big roles he deserves, but given the standard casting of non-singers as Arthur, I doubt they’d go for him for one of the most beautiful, operatic baritones on Broadway.

[ErmengardeStopSniveling]

Posted: 3/28/22 at 3:51pm

RippedMan said: "Doesn't Arthur need a booming baritone type voice like a Norm Lewis type voice? Or am I thinking of the wrong character. Is it the same set designer he always works with cause ugh.... I want something new."

You're probably thinking of Lancelot (If Ever I Would Leave You, C'est Moi) who must be young and virile and have a beautiful baritone.

King Arthur was written for the limited vocal range of Richard Burton, and though more melodic than Higgins, there's a lot of talk-singing. It's a great part for an actor who can also sing––not a singer who acts.

[ErmengardeStopSniveling]

Posted: 3/28/22 at 3:54pm

NOWaWarning said: "Very interested to see how Sorkin does. This will be his first musical, yes?"

His first produced musical (he was attached to Hugh Jackman's Houdini a few years back). But I believe he started as a musical theatre performer, and also tended bar at the original production of LA CAGE...not that one can learn musical-writing by osmosis, but considering this is a "polish" of the book, Sorkin should be fine. Especially with Sher and Bishop guiding him.

I'm guessing Arthur is going to get a couple of great Sorkin monologues.

[Jordan Catalano]

Posted: 3/28/22 at 3:57pm

ATerrifyingAndImposingFigure said: "Jordan Catalano said: "I’m going to just say Kudisch as Arthur because I have to put it out into the universe."

I’m all for Kudisch getting the big roles he deserves, but given the standard casting of non-singers as Arthur, I doubt they’d go for him for one of the most beautiful, operatic baritones on Broadway."

I just love you for saying that. And yes he’s too good for the role but people would worry about me if I didn’t at least throw it out there.

[VintageSnarker]

Posted: 3/28/22 at 3:59pm

I like the score but I'm not as attached to the show as the last few LCT revivals so as long as they cast competent actors, I probably won't have many complaints. I always lose interest around the Mordred part. Maybe Sorkin can figure out how to end the show. I'm hoping for a good Lancelot and actors who can play the humor. 

[bwayphreak234]

Posted: 3/28/22 at 4:09pm

This is so exciting! I saw the most recent tour with Lou Diamond Phillips and Rachel York back in 2008, I believe. This will be stunning at the Beaumont for sure. Bartlett Sher really knows how to work with that space.