Dylan Mulvaney/Cabaret — Page 2

JSquared2 said: "Jarethan said: "Could Dylan have been auditioning for the role of the emcee? I have seen a couple of productions where the performer played the role extremely androgonously…I could see that being more credible than Sally."



Hasn't it already been established that Eddie Redmayne is opening the show as the Emcee?

I don't think ATG is going to spend $15-$20M on opening CABARET (and completely renovating the August Wilson Theatre) and expect people to buy premium seats to see someone named Dylan Mulvaney in a leading role. Maybe in 6-7 years in the 12th replacement cast?"

I haven’t heard about Redmayne. I think Mulvaney as Sally is preposterous, and thought that the emcee would not be as preposterous (I am assuming Mulvaney must have demonstrated significant talent somewhere, but actually have no idea): however, I still cannot imagine the producers opening on Broadway with a niche performer who is also unproven on Broadway.

What sane producer would open an expensive show with stunt casting in a major role.

Updated On: 8/21/23 at 06:43 PM

JSquared2 said: "Jarethan said: "Could Dylan have been auditioning for the role of the emcee? I have seen a couple of productions where the performer played the role extremely androgonously…I could see that being more credible than Sally."



Hasn't it already been established that Eddie Redmayne is opening the show as the Emcee?

I don't think ATG is going to spend $15-$20M on opening CABARET (and completely renovating the August Wilson Theatre) and expect people to buy premium seats to see someone named Dylan Mulvaney in a leading role. Maybe in 6-7 years in the 12th replacement cast?"

It would probably be a mistake to put her in the original cast. But, she's FAR more famous than anyone who's replaced either lead in the London cast except MAYBE Maude Apatow and Aimee Lou Wood. Definitely far above 12th cast material.

MayAudraBlessYou2 said: "Don't we already know that Eddie Redmayne and Gayle Rankin are opening Cabaret as the Emcee and Sally, respectively?

Perhaps Mulvaney could have been auditioning for a Kit Kat girl, but I agree with other posters that it might feel bizarre to cast just one ensemble member with a massive tik tok star. You would want her to have some type of featured role. So I just think the entire claim that she auditioned might be bogus."

Well, that would certainly reflect what I said earlier about a big star not wanting to share the spotlight with another big star, but I figured they’d at least hire an actress known for her work on Broadway. I think Gayle Rankin is a tremendous talent, but I think if she is the choice, most people’s initial reactions will be, “Who?”

As others have mentioned, Sally is allegedly cast with Gayle Rankin (Fraulein Kost from the 2014 revival), but I could see them considering Mulvaney for Kost. It would certainly make the character more interesting since it's not the 1960's so having an AFAB prostitute in a musical is no longer shocking.

pmensky said: "Well, that would certainly reflect what I said earlier about a big star not wanting to share the spotlight with another big star, but I figured they’d at least hire an actress known for her work on Broadway. I think Gayle Rankin is a tremendous talent, but I think if she is the choice, most people’s initial reactions will be, “Who?”"

I am in no way affiliated with the revival, but have it on quite good authority that Rankin is indeed Sally. While she is not a major A-Lister, the casting makes sense from a producer's perspective. Rankin is a phenomenal talent, and what's more, she is a perfect fir for this particular production's portrayal of Sally. And casting someone like her signals that the producers have an eye towards longevity: Rankin is wonderful, but not uber famous, meaning that the vast majority of tourists wont be buying tickets for her. They will be buying the Cabaret name, plus Eddie Redmayne. But Redmayne is not SO huge of a draw here that he cannot be recast with an affordable but fantastic talent down the road when Eddie's contract is up. Similarly, Sally can become a role for women to make their mark with and producers won't have to shell out big bucks to get a major celebrity (at least this will be their hope). The theater reno is going to cost an insane amount of money, so they likely cant afford to do expensive star casting if they want longevity and recoupment.

ErmengardeStopSniveling said: "She'd be great! Let's take with a tiny grain of salt since those being called back may not be the only ones considered for Sally.

If she does get cast, I pity the social team for the show because everything Dylan does now is so disgustingly picked apart by the Right. May they forget about her (or stop caring about the non-controversy) quickly."

And, of course, we can easily ignore all the people on the right. Eh, Bud Light?

I'll add Next to Normal to SonofRobbieJ's list. Certainly not small potatoes.

Kad said: "Mulvaney is just as trained and experienced onstage as many who make their Broadway debuts. Not sure why there is such a kneejerk reaction to the idea of her even being seen or considered because she found fame via TikTok."

Because not all "fames" are equal. Some are pretty damaging and toxic to everything or everyone they touch.

Oh please no

Boq101 said: "Dylan's 365 Days Show was beautiful. Her voice was incredible and definitely a singer who acts on par with anyone on Broadway holding down a principal role.

I think for some of you to dismiss talent because she ruffled the feathers of bigots and extremists is frankly disappointing. She never meant to become this famous, and it seems incredibly small-minded of many of you to assume someone who becomes an influencer need not pursue their dreams or make a living in their chosen field like anyone else."

I think you're making a mistake thinking that it's only "bigots and extrmists" whose feathers were ruffled by Dylan Mulvaney. You'd be very surprised if you actually look at the much bigger picture and reasons for this attitude.

As to the casting of Cabaret, I'd rather prefer a talented no name then another social media based drama similar to Funny Girl. Lea Michele is still a polarizing persona, however she's exceptionally talented and single handedly saved the show from closing. Not sure if exceptional talent and the topic of this thread belong in the same sentence.

gibsons2 said: "Boq101 said: "Dylan's 365 Days Show was beautiful. Her voice was incredible and definitely a singer who acts on par with anyone on Broadway holding down a principal role.

I think for some of you to dismiss talent because she ruffled the feathers of bigots and extremists is frankly disappointing. She never meant to become this famous, and it seems incredibly small-minded of many of you to assume someone who becomes an influencer need not pursue their dreams or make a living in their chosen field like anyone else."

I think you're making a mistake thinking that it's only "bigots and extrmists" whose feathers were ruffled by Dylan Mulvaney. You'd be very surprised if you actually look at the much bigger picture and reasons for this attitude."

What is the "bigger picture" here? What are you even talking about?

I don't begrudge Dylan for her content. I don't begrudge her for anything. I just do not believe she's the best option for Sally. That's all.

I find Dylan's perpetual sunniness slightly grating, but this entire conversation has taken a turn to me. Maybe she's not right for this role but she was booking gigs before tik tok was even a thought in anyone's head so a complete dismissal of her ever being in a Broadway show seems strange.