Hugh's Replacement

[Deena Jones2]

Posted: 12/10/03 at 12:56pm

Is there any truth to the rumour that Rupert Everett amy take over when Hugh leaves??

[TheaterBaby]

Posted: 12/10/03 at 1:00pm

I hope not. If I were to pick a replacement for Hugh Jackman it wouldn't be Rupert Everett.

[Deena Jones2]

Posted: 12/10/03 at 1:13pm

I agree- his singing is just awful! Have you heard him massacre American Pie with Madonna? He also doesn't fare well with a duet with Robbie Willaims whose title escapes me. He is cute though!

[A_Boy_From_Oz]

Posted: 12/10/03 at 1:56pm

I really don't think anyone could play the part the way Hugh can. Rupert Everett would NOT fit the part. I believe the show will close shortly after Hugh leaves. The only person I've heard of that would make an accpetable replacement would be Harry Connick Jr.

[cmleidi]

Posted: 12/10/03 at 2:23pm

Does Hugh Jackman actually play Peter Allen? Jackman is a charismatic performer who knows how to work a crowd, but I never once bought him as Peter Allen. I doubt they'll find a replacement when he leaves because THE BOY FROM OZ is not about Peter Allen. It's about paying $100 or more to see Jackman shake his ass.

[DottieD'Luscia]

Posted: 12/10/03 at 2:45pm

Isn't it a little early to be discussing a possible replacement for Hugh? The show is only a few months old and isn't he signed on for a year anyway?

[Deena Jones2]

Posted: 12/10/03 at 4:16pm

They need to think about this ASAP. It is going to take a LONG time to find a suitable replacement. Time flies and sooner rather than later is always the best bet.

[BrdwyThtr]

Posted: 12/10/03 at 4:17pm

I have a feeling the show will shutter after Hugh's exit.

[bob8rich]

Posted: 12/10/03 at 4:29pm

I saw Todd McKenney play Peter Allen in the original Sydney production and - although his vocals do not match Hugh Jackman's - his performance was quite stunning and he was closer to the real Allen. Unfortunately, at a hundred bucks a ticket the producers will probably look for another big star name - but McKenney could really wow the Broadway audiences if he were to be given the chance.

[Lorelai]

Posted: 12/10/03 at 8:25pm

when is hugh slated to leave the show?

[alterego]

Posted: 12/10/03 at 8:31pm

Hugh Jackman is due to leave the show until Sept 04. As a replacement that is an Australian I'd go with Eric Bana (Balckhawk Down and The Hulk) though not as well known as Hugh, anyone that they get to take over is likely to be a lesser name. He is known in Australia as a comic/actor/singer, alternatively maybe Heath Ledger though he may be a little young.

[A_Boy_From_Oz]

Posted: 12/11/03 at 4:59pm

but can Heath Ledger sing?

[lc1965]

Posted: 12/11/03 at 5:04pm

cmleidi: I'll say this about Jackman, if you close your eyes he sounds JUST like Allen. It's actually kind of eery at times. But, yes, I agree, Peter Allen, as talented & charismatic as he was, was never quite as charismatic or sexy as Jackman. Mostly, everyone in that theatre except the heterosexual men are there to see Hugh's bare chest, etc. If they're also entertained, well so much the better.

[TxTwoStep]

Posted: 12/11/03 at 5:28pm

the rumor i heard was Sean Hayes, which makes sense given his piano-playing and singing. He does have a good name from TV, but could only do it in his hiatus. i too think the show will have trouble surviving Jackman's departure.

[alterego]

Posted: 12/11/03 at 10:13pm

Heath Ledger can sing.

[SueleenGay]

Posted: 12/12/03 at 12:51am

What about Neil Patrik Harris? He is boyishly cute, can sing and has, shall we say, a certain "gayness" about him. If ASSASSINS is done with by that time, he should be considered.

[Dollypop]

Posted: 12/12/03 at 10:23pm

Wing...I am convinced she can do anything!

[shermanslave]

Posted: 12/12/03 at 10:24pm

Suleen, I have to disagree with Neil Patrick Harris. For some reason, he just rubs me the wrong way,

[thirdrowcenter]

Posted: 12/12/03 at 11:10pm

Wing? lol Dolly

[chinkie azn jai]

Posted: 12/13/03 at 3:46pm

jw but does hugh jackman miss a lot of shows? cuz im planning on seeing the show, thanx~!

[kec]

Posted: 12/13/03 at 6:33pm

He hasn't missed one yet, but there is a rumor that he will be taking a vacation in either January or February.

[Broadwaylady]

Posted: 12/14/03 at 2:53pm

It will be like Nine. Jackman is the whole show.

[Deena Jones2]

Posted: 12/14/03 at 7:24pm

Anyone know when his vacation is? It will be very interesting to see how the box office does when he's out. Who's his understudy anyway? I feel sorry for him- big shoes to fill!

[Deena Jones2]

Posted: 12/16/03 at 9:35pm

Who is Hugh's understudy?

[NativeNewYorker]

Posted: 12/16/03 at 10:09pm

A Boy From Oz, WHY must you put that idea in my head????? I've been dying to see my favorite guy on Broadway ever since I discovered him when I was 11 years old...gah...I'd LOVE to see Harry Connick in some show...not sure how I'd feel about him as Peter Allen, though...don't know if he could pull off the accent. He'd look cute in the costumes, though :)

I think Harry would be great as Jimmy in Millie...maybe a little too old (well, he's only a few years older than Christian, I think)...I would LOVE to hear him do "What Do I Need with Love". He'd also be good as Trevor.

Honestly, I can't see anyone else in that role besides Hugh myself. The show really was enjoyable, but he was the driving force.

Deena, Hugh's understudy is an actor from Days of Our Lives...his name escapes me...Michael Something. I recognized him in the playbill. I feel sorry for him, too! I wonder how often he's gone on...I can't imagine people being too happy to see him on stage.