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fashionguru_23 said: "Random question, according to IBDB,Anisha Nagarajan is the only Joanne cover. Do we think there is someone not named?"

I’ve heard Jenn Simard is an unlisted Joanne cover. Which I think would be brilliant, I hope she gets to go on at some point.

Hamilfan2 said: "fashionguru_23 said: "Random question, according to IBDB,Anisha Nagarajan is the only Joanne cover. Do we think there is someone not named?"

I’ve heard Jenn Simard is an unlisted Joanne cover. Which I think would be brilliant, I hope she gets to go on at some point."

This was true pre-shutdown at least. Not sure if it's still the case, but I hope she goes on. THAT I would run to see.

I still think it’s a disservice that they didn’t seem to pick optimal keys for her. I bet if she sang Being Alive in Bernadette’s key, she’d knock it out of the park.

im with you, Sophia. I feel like im losing it because I thought Katrina sang the score beautifully and with ease. I'm particularly partial to Being Alive, one of the most beautiful songs in the canon if you ask me, and I thought she nailed it, transitioning from weeping to a crystal clear closing belt.

i DO understand thinking she is miscast given that she doesnt exude warmth/charm. i disagree-- and as I noted above, i dont think Esparza hardly came off as cuddly. but whether shes "right" for the role is a matter of opinion and i understand where people are coming from. But her not singing the score adequately? I must be nuts.

Any word if Patti is on tonight?

binau said: "Any word if Patti is on tonight?"

I’m also on the edge of my seat; have a ticket for tonight as well.

FWIW, they removed the sign in the lobby that said she was out of the show by the time the box office opened at 10 (it was there while we were in line).

ljay889 said: "I’m with you both, but I’m a broken record at this point. Her vocals have grown a lot. Her “Someone Is Waiting” is sung flawlessly. Her solo in the title number has greatly improved since 2020. Her “I’m ready NOW” in MMAL is strong and pitch perfect, although I will agree, I’ve heard her strain a little on the final “I’m Ready”(s) of the song. Her singing in “Barcelona” is clearly a stylistic choice as the character is just woken up. I adore her “Being Alive” although I will say that her final note isn’t always perfect. They have tinkered with the key of this number.
Her singing is very divisive and I think it will continue to be. I am curious what the critics will say."

Well,I guess that makes 4 of us now. :) I am curious about the critics' reaction too. I hope they're not unkind to her (don't know if that's the right word),but many performers get less-than-stellar reviews at some point. Ben Bradley,who adored Kristin Chenoweth,didn't give her a good review for Promises,Promises. Whatever happens,I am still a fan of Katrina and I just hope she is happy and has a good run.

Updated On: 12/3/21 at 05:36 PM

Jordan Levinson said: "So say Patti did test positive for COVID… in this case, would opening night be pushed back to 12/12 because she is an above-the-title name and the overwhelming favorite to win Featured Actress in a Musical next year?"

Can we please just not even put that out into the universe right now?

I was actually a little worried about Patti earlier this week when I heard a radio interview she did post Sondheim passing. Of course she sounded mournful. Talked about regretting missing drinks with Sondheim after the preview he attended. There was a profound, deep sadness there, though. It seemed beyond grieving a friend. It wouldn't surprise me if these are mental health days for her before the opening.

I am making a pilgrimage to see La LuPone in Company on the 22nd. Flying in from LA. I fear this may be her final show, and I gotta be there!

TotallyEffed said: "Let’s hope and pray Patti is resting her voice and recharging her energy to really slay while the critics are there.

It’s been an extremely emotional week."

As you said, she probably is just resting up for Opening Night. She is very dedicated to what she does and would only miss shows if she is sick or on her scheduled vacation. She does not like to disappoint her fans. Not to mention she wants to perform after not doing it for 600+ days. One night off is ok every once in a while. Plus, we MUST support the understudies and the swings as they are hard workers.

For me, Patti is the greatest performer I've ever witnessed live. When I was 18, she blew me away in Anything Goes. She elevated my heartbeat, literally. It truly saddens me that she's coming to the time when she will no longer be on Broadway. Then, she'll pass into legend like the great Ethel Merman. Young people hearing the obc and seeing tape of Evita will lament never getting to see her live. I feel so lucky to have seen her in her prime. There is no one else like her.

I know she takes her obligation to her fans seriously, and have no doubt that whatever's wrong, she's doing what's best for herself in service of the show. I'm truly sad for the people who have tickets for today. Hopefully, you can exchange.

Viva La LuPone!

Patti will be out both shows tomorrow, as well:

https://deadline.com/2021/12/patti-lupone-company-non-covid-illness-cancellations-1234884691/