Checking in with West Side Story... — Page 3

I said that a lot of the people who said Peters shouldn't win the Tony because of her vocal issues are the same who now are complaining that some of us don't think Olivo is the most deserving of the award, the difference is Olivo can sing but her dancing is unfortunately subpar.
And PJ, I literally lol-ed.

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Whoopsie, read too fast.

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When I saw the show, Cavenaugh was fine. Bland but fine. Perhaps a fantastic replacement for him is: Josh Young. :)

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**Spoilers but seriously you all know this plot**
Couldn't agree more with the Matt Cavenaugh quandry. I sure as hell wouldn't foresake my brother/family for that bore. Could have been a career-making role for someone else.
As for the choice of singing 2 trademark songs in Spanish, I agree this was a poor directorial decision. I speak both languages (granted, Spanish is a second language for me) but nonetheless these classic songs were just not the same in their new form. I get it...we have not made progress in integrating Spanish into our culture, don't get me wrong.
I saw the Sat 5/23 show and Riff was played by John Arthur Greene. His performance was underwhelming and I didn't feel the emotional attachment necessary for the emotional impact of the rumble scene.
The dancing was beautiful but not as polished (group scenes)as I expected. However, I thoroughly enjoyed watching Ryan Steele in the chorus. What gorgeous extension.
Of course, Karen was fiery and fabulous. Josephina was ethereal and charming and deserves additional kudos for having nothing to play off of re. Tony.
Anyway, just the thoughts of someone who has never been close to being in West Side Story on Broadway :)