Cast for Bright Lights, Big City at the Prince?

Does anyone know who is in the cast of Bright Lights, Big City at the Prince in Philadelphia? I am considering getting tickets to go see it in June, but I was looking for some more info. Can anybody help me out?

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Thanks... sorry, I tried to search but I guess I missed it.

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I'm very intrigued by this Orfeh as Clara business. I'm only familiar with the recent recording, and never would have thought of Orfeh when considering who could play the role. Also intrigued by Andy Karl as Tad, but again, because I'm used to Jesse L. Martin singing the role, and Andy's not the first person that would come to mind. However, both of them are insanely talented and I'm quite excited to see them in the show. I hope Orfeh has enough to do vocally, and can't wait to hear how Andy's going to sing the part.

Very excited about Jeremy Kushnier as Jamie. I think he'll sound amazing.

Citrustwist, I'm curious, have you ever heard Orfeh sing? And no, I'm not being a jerk, I'm seriously confused about why you'd "wonder" about Orfeh singing the Clara songs. If you've ever heard her do the Joplin songs and/or the Trailer Park album, I would imagine it would be a walk in the park (no pun intended). I'm extremely excited for this. As for Karl, he is far more in line with the character as it was originally conceived and first put on the screen.

Double post, sorry.

Updated On: 5/26/06 at 06:52 PM

Orfeh could sing the phone book and I'd be happy. Same with Andy. The two are immensely talented, and I can't wait to see this. Finally, something good that's closer than NY! And Orfeh will be wonderful as Clara, same with Andy as Tad. They both have such versatile voices, and will be wonderful. I'm also excited about seeing Jeremy as Jamie, who I also think will be great.

Jeremy Kushnier! WOOH! to bad I live nowhere near philly.

Show opened in previews last night, opening night is Saturday (I believe).

Did anyone go last night or is planning to go?

And share your love for Pippin (the BWW poster) here!

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Updated On: 6/15/06 at 01:00 PM

Indeed, where are all the friends of fishergirl who went to the first preview (other thread). Although, I'm pleasantly surprised that for once, no one is jumping all over an EARLY preview.

I was at the first preview. Sadly, it was the only performance I was able to make, unless they extend.

Jeremy Kushnier is incredible as Jamie. I think this was great casting. His voice was pure and hit all the right notes. Great performance.

Andy and Orfeh were both great. Vocally, Andy really shined in his songs and although there were mike problems, Orfeh's powerhouse voice also came through. Kelli Barnett as Amanda was my a standout for me.. Her voice and acting was fabulous and to me, having never seen or heard of her, i walked out of the theatre remembering her.

If you are going for the talent in the show, definitely go see it. I was not a big fan of most of the staging and it was really hard to follow. Too fast paced - as soon as you processed one aspect, there were ten more things thrown at you, but the music is remniscent of "rent" and it is worth seeing.

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I got my tickets for tonight, can't wait to see it. When I was at the box office, it looked like there were still a fair amount of seats available. I am sure once it gets reviewed by The Philadelphia Inquirer ticket sales will go up. That is assuming it gets a positive review (which I am expecing it will).

Kelli and Alex are great!
P.S. it's Barrett not Barnett

Everyone in this cast is incredibly talented.

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