COMPANY starring Katrina Lenk and Patti LuPone will open March 22 — Page 8

I was fortunate to see the London production twice,and I so wish the entire cast would transfer to Broadway.I have never seen a more perfect ensemble. Unfortunately it seems this is not going to happen , so let’s discuss.
Joanne - Patti
Bobbi- Anne Hathaway
Larry- Rob Lowe
Jaime- Gavin Creel

Sarah-Bonnie Hunt


Any other thoughts?

Updated On: 7/11/19 at 03:32 AM

Boyd Gaines for Larry! He's got the Patti connection, and he played Bobby in Roundabout's revival in the 90s.

TotallyEffed said: "CurtainPullDowner said: "TotallyEffed said: "Bonnie Hunt is almost 60."



Patti LuPone is 70 What's your point?"



Patti isn’t playing a small, forgettable supporting role, she’s playing an iconic, unforgettablerole that won her an Olivier.She gets to sing one of the most famous songs ever written for the musical theatre. The character is also supposed to be the oldest woman and the role is tailored perfectly for Patti’s skills and theatrical persona

To suggest Bonnie Hunt for Sarah is just hilarious."

When i first read that, I thought there must be another, new Bonnie Hunt that I hadn't heard of. I just saw her in that Escape from Dannemora series, and I have nothing but respect for her, but I agree- that she would be cast in a minor role written for someone 25 years her junior, is pretty hilarious.

Compared to Joanne, Sarah makes a much smaller impact.

joevitus said: "She is literally the one to tell him/her "Blow out the candles and make a wish. Want something. Want something."That is literally the show's message she's delivering. And she's the only friend, along with Joanne, highlighted throughout in her relationship to Bobbierather than getting only a scene and then merging back into the chorus."

That’s Amy, not Sarah.

joevitus said: "She is literally the one to tell him/her "Blow out the candles and make a wish. Want something. Want something."That is literally the show's message she's delivering. And she's the only friend, along with Joanne, highlighted throughout in her relationship to Bobbierather than getting only a scene and then merging back into the chorus."

As others have mentioned, that's Amy not Sarah.

And in this production, that's actually Jamie, because Amy-Paul are now a same sex couple, for whom you've dreamcast Gavin Creel (which I completely agree would be perfect casting).

Updated On: 7/12/19 at 11:08 AM

ljay889 said: "You’re referring to Amy, not Sarah.
Joanne has a 15 minute scene that is centered around her. It’s a juicy role."

OMG, I'm embarrassed. You're right. Sorry. Egg on my face. Never mind. *sigh*

ErmengardeStopSniveling said: "Boyd Gaines for Larry! He's got the Patti connection, and he played Bobby in Roundabout's revival in the 90s."

You're not going to see an actor of Gaines' caliber (he has four Tonys!) in a role like Larry. He only gets featured in part of "Sorry/Grateful" and barely any featured time in scenes.

With the exception of a handful of roles (specifically Amy, Joanne, Marta, April), the featured roles in Company are pretty thankless and don't get a lot to shine with. You are not going to see big names in this ensemble.

Just don't recast the flight attendant (sorry, I can't remember or find the actor's name). Anyone who saw the production will know what I'm saying. Jonathan Bailey has charisma to burn, but Creel would be super. And has anyone already mentioned Annaleigh. Ashford for Bobbie?

SisterGeorge said: "And has anyone already mentioned Annaleigh. Ashford for Bobbie?"

If they are looking for a Hollywood star to take on the role of Bobbie that is most certainly NOT Annaleigh Ashford.

Not that I think she's even been considered, but I was actually wondering this morning how Elizabeth Banks would be in this. I personally find she has the sort of charisma and personality that would help explain why Bobbie is the center of this very wide circle of friends.

Thanks!