DeGarmo as Elphaba

#1

DeGarmo as Elphaba

Posted: 8/14/04 at 9:10am

I was reading somewhere (recently and I can't remember where) that Diana DeGarmo (American Idol) was really interested in playing Elphaba in the Wicked tour. I don't know if this has changed but she said she wasn't doing it so much for publicity of the show or herself but she really loves the music and really wants to act. I don't know. I've heard her sing, she's kinda young (although she looks pretty grown up in my opinion) but she has a great voice and is a great belter. I've never seen her act though. Dont get mad at me lol, Im only the messenger lol but what do you think about it?

#2

re: DeGarmo as Elphaba

Posted: 8/14/04 at 9:25am

I've never seen American Idol and I don't know what Diana DeGarmo is like, but boy I can understand how she would love the music and want to play Elphaba. It's a wonderful role.

Hey Derek2, have you read the book? I bet you would really enjoy it.

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" ...the happiness in the tune convinces me that I'm not afraid."

#3

re: DeGarmo as Elphaba

Posted: 8/14/04 at 9:29am

Actually no I haven't. I really wanted to but I never got around to it. I wanted to have finished it by next friday (seeing the show again) but yeah...once again never got around to it. Im interested though, what are some big changes and differences between the book and the show? I'll probably never get to read it so I don't mind if u tell me lol

#4

re: DeGarmo as Elphaba

Posted: 8/14/04 at 9:34am

No can do! You've got to read it. You'll be glad you did. :)

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" ...the happiness in the tune convinces me that I'm not afraid."

#5

re: DeGarmo as Elphaba

Posted: 8/14/04 at 9:35am

Hahaha ok, I understand. Maybe I'll speed read this week and get it off my shoulders. I've heard nothing but great things about it though. I can't wait to see the show again!

#6

re: DeGarmo as Elphaba

Posted: 8/14/04 at 9:57am

That's the spirit Derek2!

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" ...the happiness in the tune convinces me that I'm not afraid."

#7

re: DeGarmo as Elphaba

Posted: 8/14/04 at 10:03am

Hahaha thanks. Have you (or anyone) seen Wicked lately? I havent seen it since January. How'd you like it?

#8

re: DeGarmo as Elphaba

Posted: 8/14/04 at 10:04am

July 4.
Went backstage to meet Cheno after.
Lucky me, right?

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" ...the happiness in the tune convinces me that I'm not afraid."

#9

re: DeGarmo as Elphaba

Posted: 8/14/04 at 10:08am

I wanted her to win American Idol, but I don't think her voice suits the role. If you heard her sing, you might understand.

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"We like to snark around here. Sometimes we actually talk about theater...but we try not to let that get in our way." - dramamama611

#10

re: DeGarmo as Elphaba

Posted: 8/14/04 at 10:11am

Crap! Yeah! Lucky you! Is she as funny offstage as she is on?

Yeah Millie, maybe her voice isn't right for the part. I know I wanted her to win also ::snaps fingers in dissapointment::

#11

re: DeGarmo as Elphaba

Posted: 8/14/04 at 10:14am

I know people want Stephanie Block to be Elphaba after Idina leaves. What about Stephanie D'Abruzzo sometime in the future?

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"We like to snark around here. Sometimes we actually talk about theater...but we try not to let that get in our way." - dramamama611

#12

re: DeGarmo as Elphaba

Posted: 8/14/04 at 10:17am

I havent really heard her sing. I know in Ave Q she has a cute sounding voice. I dont know if she can belt, but u never know. She might be perfect for the part and we'd never know it lol. Have u ever heard her sing loud or belt? She kinda looks the part

#13

re: DeGarmo as Elphaba

Posted: 8/14/04 at 10:24am

Kristin Chenoweth was very nice. She gave my hand a squeeze and I melted. She apologized for not having very good penmanship and said her brothers name is Mark with a k like mine. :)

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" ...the happiness in the tune convinces me that I'm not afraid."

#14

re: DeGarmo as Elphaba

Posted: 8/14/04 at 10:25am

Mark Chenoweth...

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"We like to snark around here. Sometimes we actually talk about theater...but we try not to let that get in our way." - dramamama611

#15

re: DeGarmo as Elphaba

Posted: 8/14/04 at 10:50am

I loved Diana on American Idol. I really hated Fantasia. She made me cringe.

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#16

re: DeGarmo as Elphaba

Posted: 8/14/04 at 11:20am

Yeah she was more of a screamer than a singer. Don't get me wrong, in some songs its really cool to be a screamer lol, but Diana can do both

#17

re: DeGarmo as Elphaba

Posted: 8/14/04 at 11:31am

The arrangement she sang of "All My Life" was awful. LaToya was supposedly the favorite, but she got voted off the week she sang "Don't Rain On My Parade." The show is rigged.

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"We like to snark around here. Sometimes we actually talk about theater...but we try not to let that get in our way." - dramamama611

#18

re: DeGarmo as Elphaba

Posted: 8/14/04 at 11:37am

i don't think she has a remote chance at this part, i highly doubt that the defying gravity lift will hold her

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"Grease," the fourth revival of the season, is the worst show in the history of theater and represents an unparalleled assault on Western civilization and its values. - Michael Reidel

#19

re: DeGarmo as Elphaba

Posted: 8/14/04 at 11:52am

DeGarmo is 16 years old, probably going onto 17 (or already there, don't know her birthday). Remember the website posted...two girls sang "Defying Gravity"? Some of you said that their vocal chords shouldn't be straining on those types of songs. And DeGarmo isn't far off from their age!

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"We like to snark around here. Sometimes we actually talk about theater...but we try not to let that get in our way." - dramamama611

#20

re: DeGarmo as Elphaba

Posted: 8/14/04 at 11:58am

AUGH! I am the only on ewho thought DiGarmo couldn't sing?!? That was NOT belting - it was screaming. I give the girl 2-3 years before she has totally shot out her voice. She seriously just screams when its a high note - its painful to listen to and requires no actual talent or technique. If she becomes Elphaba I will seriously die. I mean close down the show.

#21

re: DeGarmo as Elphaba

Posted: 8/14/04 at 11:59am

i second that motion- i just thought adding that she can't sing to the fat joke would be too much

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"Grease," the fourth revival of the season, is the worst show in the history of theater and represents an unparalleled assault on Western civilization and its values. - Michael Reidel

#22

re: DeGarmo as Elphaba

Posted: 8/14/04 at 12:00pm

I don't want to see DeGarmo in any musical ever. Her personality annoys me so much. I didn't really like Fantasia either. LaToya was the most talented person to grace that stage. She should have one.

I wouldn't mind hearing Kelly Clarkson try some of Elphaba's songs.

#23

re: DeGarmo as Elphaba

Posted: 8/14/04 at 12:01pm

NOOOOO!! keep Diana DeGarmo away!

#24

re: DeGarmo as Elphaba

Posted: 8/14/04 at 12:01pm

I have been over the American idol thing for a while... I loved Jim verraros teh first season... Kelly was great, but it's become so ridiculous and over played lately....

kelly Clarkson may be good vocaly.. not sure about the acting.. but hey!

#25

re: DeGarmo as Elphaba

Posted: 8/14/04 at 12:01pm

of last seasons idols am i the only one who thinks jennifer hudson would make a good mama morton in a few years?

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"Grease," the fourth revival of the season, is the worst show in the history of theater and represents an unparalleled assault on Western civilization and its values. - Michael Reidel