Finding Neverland Cast
Finding Neverland Cast
puukuna
Swing Joined: 11/20/15
#1Finding Neverland Cast
Posted: 12/7/15 at 5:48am
I've read that Matthew is leaving next January, that Laura has extended her contract by another year, and Carolee leaving for Tuck Everlasting. I know the one about Carolee leaving is true, but what about the other two? I just need some confirmation on this.
Also, will Kelsey be leaving anytime soon?
bfreak
Broadway Legend Joined: 5/6/11
#2Finding Neverland Cast
Posted: 12/7/15 at 6:20am
Matthew is leaving January 24th, but it hasn't been officially confirmed by the show, but it is true. It's on ticketmaster and everything. I guess they are waiting for a press announcement to be released that mentions his replacement.
I heard a rumor that Laura has extended another year but I don't know if there is any truth to that. But Kelsey? Where have you been, lol? Kelsey left at the end of June and has been replaced by BOTH Anthony Warlow and Terrence Mann. But actually Kelsey IS returning to the show on January 19th, and will play a 7 week limited engagement through February 28th. Enjoy!
#3Finding Neverland Cast
Posted: 12/8/15 at 1:45pm
Kelsey Grammar is slated to return the week before Matt Morrison's run ends, so my guess is they bring him in to have a "name" star and strengthen the chances plus 12 month run to recoup costs.
"when I’m on stage I see the abyss and have to overcome it by telling myself it’s only a play." - Helen Mirren
TerrenceIsTheMann
Broadway Star Joined: 9/28/15
#4Finding Neverland Cast
Posted: 12/8/15 at 6:29pm
Although this show sorta sucks, the Frohman/ Hook role is awesome for older character actors. Can't wait to see who takes over the role next.
bfreak
Broadway Legend Joined: 5/6/11
#5Finding Neverland Cast
Posted: 12/8/15 at 6:43pm
I quite like the role of Frohman and Hook in the show. I love all of his songs especially Live by the Hook, Play, and Something About This Night. I didn't hear Anthony Mann or Terrence Mann in like a snipet or anything, but I've heard Kelsey Grammer. I am so excited to see him as he is one of my favorite TV actors of all time and he sounds like so much fun in this role. I wonder if they continue to want a star for this role, if they'll approach Bryan Cranston whose a producer on the show. That would be interesting.
TerrenceIsTheMann
Broadway Star Joined: 9/28/15
#6Finding Neverland Cast
Posted: 12/8/15 at 6:56pm
I quite like the role of Frohman and Hook in the show. I love all of his songs especially Live by the Hook, Play, and Something About This Night. I didn't hear Anthony Mann or Terrence Mann in like a snipet or anything, but I've heard Kelsey Grammer. I am so excited to see him as he is one of my favorite TV actors of all time and he sounds like so much fun in this role. I wonder if they continue to want a star for this role, if they'll approach Bryan Cranston whose a producer on the show. That would be interesting.
As obsessed as I'd be with that casting, I think Cranston might be too big of a star for that role. He's been busy with hollywood stuff lately.
bfreak
Broadway Legend Joined: 5/6/11
#7Finding Neverland Cast
Posted: 12/8/15 at 7:00pm
It might be. I just remember hearing a rumor that when Kelsey first left the show that they were considering replacing him with him. They'll probably go with another theatre actor after Kelsey. And if grosses go up and the price is right I wouldn't be surprised if Kelsey extends a few more weeks/months.
TerrenceIsTheMann
Broadway Star Joined: 9/28/15
#8Finding Neverland Cast
Posted: 12/8/15 at 7:03pm
I really hope you are right, bfreak. It would make me take a trip back to the Lunt-Fontanne.
#9Finding Neverland Cast
Posted: 12/9/15 at 9:22am
Harvey Weinstein has a lot of 'big name' connections, so the show may surprise us with a big name that we otherwise might not have expected to be in the show.
"Mostly, I loved the size of these people's emotions. Nobody has emotions this size anymore. Outsized emotions. Operatic emotions. Kushemski and Vanda are like Tristan and Isolde, they're Paolo and Francesca. Nobody's in total thrall like this anymore. Nobody's overcome by passion like this, or goes through this kind of rage." Thomas, Venus in Fur
bfreak
Broadway Legend Joined: 5/6/11
#10Finding Neverland Cast
Posted: 12/9/15 at 9:27am
I'm expecting a big name replacement for Barrie. Harvey knows the show will struggle without a name, and he'll be willing to put up the cash for it. Let's start a predictions game. Who else (besides Chris Pine) do you think is a realistic possibility to replace Morrison?
#11Finding Neverland Cast
Posted: 12/9/15 at 9:30am
I'd say Nick Jonas. I know he's young, but he's a big name, been on Broadway, and would attract the target audience for the show. But if they want to go older Chris Pratt wouldn't be bad.
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bfreak
Broadway Legend Joined: 5/6/11
#12Finding Neverland Cast
Posted: 12/9/15 at 9:31am
Some other people I know have suggested Nick Jonas. But while he's good, I just don't see it for some reason. He's too young and I think that maturity is a characteristic that is needed for this part.
bfreak
Broadway Legend Joined: 5/6/11
#13Finding Neverland Cast
Posted: 12/9/15 at 9:31am
Chris Pratt would be interesting but could he sing?
#14Finding Neverland Cast
Posted: 12/26/15 at 2:09pm
My sister just said Matthew Morrison reminded her of Justin timberlake and I'm thinking that timberlake would be a great candidate.
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My sister (AIDS)
My uncle and my cousin and her best friend (AIDS, AIDS, AIDS)
The gays and the straights
And the white and the spades
#15Finding Neverland Cast
Posted: 12/26/15 at 2:24pm
Harvey Weinstein is a powerful man, but there is no way he could convince Chris Pratt or Justin Timberlake's agents to be the first replacement for the guy from Glee in a critically despised musical. I'm not saying they won't get a name, but someone that big isn't going to be playing this role in this show.
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CarlAlan610
Understudy Joined: 10/11/14
#16Finding Neverland Cast
Posted: 12/27/15 at 7:05pm
Wishful thinking but....they let Kevin Kern play the role until Jeremy Jordan wraps Supergirl and he plays the role through the spring and early summer. Although they will have shift the keys of many of the song back UP to where they were at the ART....
CarlAlan610
Understudy Joined: 10/11/14
#17Finding Neverland Cast
Posted: 12/27/15 at 7:05pm
Wishful thinking but....they let Kevin Kern play the role until Jeremy Jordan wraps Supergirl and he plays the role through the spring and early summer. Although they will have shift the keys of many of the song back UP to where they were at the ART....
#18Finding Neverland Cast
Posted: 12/27/15 at 7:55pm
Jeremy Jordan is not going anywhere near this production last I heard...
#19Finding Neverland Cast
Posted: 12/27/15 at 7:58pm
Chris Pratt is also one of the biggest names in Hollywood right now. He'd be a fool to accept a gig as a replacement in this musical at this point in his career.
#20Finding Neverland Cast
Posted: 12/27/15 at 10:39pm
It's preposterous to even consider it as a possibility.
I'm interested to see what back-from-the-dead "name" is forced to board this sinking ship.
Caitiecait92
Understudy Joined: 9/9/15
#21Finding Neverland Cast
Posted: 12/28/15 at 11:41am
I'm dying to know when they are going to announce Matthews replacement. Next week the BOGO tickets go on sale and I want to know if I should make plans to see him before he leaves or if I should see his replacement.
He has less than a month remaining I find it odd they have not replaced him yet or at least made an announcement.
yankeefan7
Broadway Legend Joined: 4/14/12
#22Finding Neverland Cast
Posted: 12/28/15 at 12:23pm
"He has less than a month remaining I find it odd they have not replaced him yet or at least made an announcement. "
I agree because you would think the replacement would have had to begun rehearsals by now. Maybe, they are still trying to get Mr. Morrison to extend.
Updated On: 12/28/15 at 12:23 PM
yankeefan7
Broadway Legend Joined: 4/14/12
#23Finding Neverland Cast
Posted: 12/28/15 at 12:34pm
"I'm interested to see what back-from-the-dead "name" is forced to board this sinking ship. "
Why do you consider it a sinking ship? It has been grossing close to $900,000 every week since Thanksgiving week (Thanksgiving week was over 1 million) with about 72% of the theater full. I am not sure what the break even amount is but doubt it is that much more than they are grossing. This show has close to the same numbers the last month as "Something Rotten" which did get Tony nomination and had winner in Christian Boyle. January and February are tough months for lots of shows so we will see but I think it will survive.
Updated On: 12/28/15 at 12:34 PM
Sunny11
Broadway Star Joined: 9/3/14
#24Finding Neverland Cast
Posted: 12/28/15 at 1:02pm
Riedel did a piece about the grosses slump during the pope visit /UN assembly weekend claiming that the low 700k mark that Finding Neverland hit was a bit close to the break even point for comfort. I dont know how accurate Riedel was but that means that the break even point is about 700k, which sounds right. That means so far the show only lost money in one week, Halloween, where it was some where in the mid 600k. It's doing fine.
Updated On: 12/28/15 at 01:02 PM#25Finding Neverland Cast
Posted: 12/28/15 at 1:07pm
Kelsey Grammar is set to return regardless of Matthew Morrison's replacement; however I'm guessing an official announcement any day now.
Still scratching my head as to how a show that in 40 full weeks has grossed close to 40 million is perceived by some as financially floundering, with its latest gross being over 900K.
"when I’m on stage I see the abyss and have to overcome it by telling myself it’s only a play." - Helen Mirren
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