Eliza? - My Fair Lady Revival 2018 — Page 5

Ashely Park could be great. Nikki Renee Daniels is another beautiful soprano.

Maybe Jessica Fontana

I agree that Scarlett Strallen would be fantastic, as would Lisa O'Hare from the videos of the Lyric production. TBH I would love for most of that cast to transfer over.

Christy was an interesting mention only because she did Camelot at Drury Lane and if she was able to tackle Guinevere then Eliza would certainly be in her range, but my hat tips to O'Hare above all others

I LOVE the idea of Betsy Wolfe. I had no idea until just now that she wasn't in her 20s, she can easily play that young. However, when was the last time a soprano woman of color had a lead role other than Audra? It's the perfect opportunity to cast Denee or Ashley Park.

dianamorales said: "However, when was the last time a soprano woman of color had a lead role other than Audra? It's the perfect opportunity to cast Denee or Ashley Park."

Am I missing something? Denée has a lead role as we speak. And Phillipa Soo in Amélie etc.

I just can't see Bartlett Sher and Lincoln Center Theater doing anything as risky as casting an African American as a London Cockney. This is a mainstream production to be seen by tourists from all over the country and then taken to tour the country. It's not that we are better than people from Nebraska, it's just that they're not used to it. Ticket are expensive and they don't want surprises.

LCT can always cover itself by reminding that they cast Asians in all Asian roles in The King and I.

I still stand by my earlier suggestion of Ashley Park. She has lovely comedic timing, the quirk Eliza needs, and the soprano voice. Plus, she's worked with Sher before and performed at the concert in his honor mentioned earlier in the thread. I'd love to see her do it with Matt Smith as Higgins (or really anyone, but he's who I keep coming back to in my head).

Her role on Supergirl never seemed that time consuming, so I'd say it's safe to assume this happened because of a theater commitment. I think it is more likely owing to her rumored/almost confirmed participation with the new Steve Martin play alongside Amy Schumer, though.

adamgreer said: "Wasn't she also rumored to be doing a play with Amy Schumer?



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As Valentina just posted, yes.

"Other commitments in New York?"

OlBlueEyes said: "I just can't see Bartlett Sher and Lincoln Center Theater doing anything as risky as casting an African American as a London Cockney. This is a mainstream production to be seen by tourists from all over the country and then taken to tour the country. It's not that we are better than people from Nebraska, it's just that they're not used to it. Ticket are expensive and they don't want surprises.

"I'm from Mississippi and currently live in Alabama. I really think that this show isn't very touristy- the tourists with no real interest in theatre are the ones that would be opposed to colorblind casting, and they'll continue to stick to Wicked and Phantom.

JIMG3 said: "At this point, Sierra Boggess is the front runner.

Snore.

Also, source?

I might be part of a minority on this, but I also think Sierra Boggess would nail the role. Phillipa Soo remains my top choice, but I'd be thrilled with Boggess as well.

GeorgeandDot said: "JIMG3 said: "I'm not at liberty to reveal my source, but I work closely with LCT. Hopefully we won't be subjected to your snoring, should you decide to honour us with your presence.

Ok. I'm sure she'll be great, but I was hoping for a more inspired choice. Sher is a brilliant director so I'm sure the production won't make me snore. Can you tell us who else is in the running? We're dying from anticipation out here!





"Totally agree...Sierra Boggess can certainly sing it but she can't act it! She's 35...still would love Laura Benanti who's just 37...now she can sing it and certainly act it!