Finding the proper vehicle for Onceadancer

[Dollypop]

Posted: 9/20/03 at 7:10pm

In another thread Miriam mentions that she would love to be on Broadway again, but there aren't many shows for 82 year young former dancers (aside from FOLLIES).

Well, folks, let's put together our ever-fertile minds and come up with a show that would be a fitting "welcome back" to our friend.

A musical version of ARSENIC AND OLD LACE is the first thing that comes to my mind. I think Eric McCormack would make a fine Mortimer. Which of the dotty Brewster sisters would you like to play, Miriam?

[MasterLcZ]

Posted: 9/20/03 at 7:12pm

Can we arrange a combination of "starring role PLUS a book deal"?

[broadwayguy2]

Posted: 9/20/03 at 7:13pm

M.. If teh Weissler revival of Grease was still running, she would be the perfect age for Rizzo judging buy their casting, but yes, what roles are out there for her?? OKlahoma?

I second the book deal. I love her stories and tidbits. Updated On: 9/20/03 at 07:13 PM

[FindingNamo]

Posted: 9/20/03 at 7:46pm

There are worse things the Weislers could do.

ACTUALLY, I am pretty sure An Evening With Miriam would be an enchanting idea, just to have her regale us with stories.

[broadwayguy2]

Posted: 9/20/03 at 7:50pm

Namo,
yes there are.. and we could name any number or star ames form that procution as examples.


A one woman show would be a wonderful idea. "Confessions of a Silver-Haired Gypsy"??

Could be done on a bare stage with a worklight, or how about a set modeled after a chorus room of Miriam's day? Updated On: 9/20/03 at 07:50 PM

[Dollypop]

Posted: 9/20/03 at 8:40pm

The one-woman show is a great idea.

[DofB5]

Posted: 9/20/03 at 9:12pm

A one women show! GREAT idea!

"Memories of Being on the Boards"? or maybe "If The Boards Could Speak?" Something to that effect.

D

[Dollypop]

Posted: 9/20/03 at 9:23pm

Of course "The Boards" has a double meaning since the idea for it came from this message board!

[DofB5]

Posted: 9/20/03 at 9:26pm

I didn't think about that but it would be cool as well.

D

[Dollypop]

Posted: 9/20/03 at 9:40pm

Perhaps the title could be TREADING THE BOARDS WITH MIRIAM

[DofB5]

Posted: 9/20/03 at 9:43pm

I LIKE it--but will she? It's really up to her.

D

[Dollypop]

Posted: 9/20/03 at 9:47pm

Hmmm...considering that Miriam was a dancer, perhaps SKIMMING THE BOARDS might be better.

[onceadancer2]

Posted: 9/21/03 at 12:44pm

I love your suggestions!!!

How about MEMORIES ON AN OLD BROADWAY BROAD!!!

Miriam

[broadwayguy2]

Posted: 9/21/03 at 12:47pm

Ha! Classic. Love that title. :)

Quick -- someone call the Weisslers. oops.. never mind. We like Miriam. Soemone call Margo Lion!

[DofB5]

Posted: 9/21/03 at 3:02pm

*chuckle* I think your title is the BEST of all, Miriam!

D

[ChrisLovesShows]

Posted: 9/22/03 at 12:22am

One Woman Show! One Woman Show! Hey, if Elaine Stritch and Bea Arthur can do it, why not Miriam!

[broadwayguy2]

Posted: 9/22/03 at 12:31am

No, hun. You're wrong there. Bea didn't do a one woman show.

Stritchey did a one woman show. Bea did a one MAN show.

[SueleenGay]

Posted: 9/22/03 at 12:57am

How about "Broad on Board"?

PEACE.

[onceadancer2]

Posted: 9/22/03 at 2:10pm

Suellen,

That is perfection!

Love,

Miriam