I got Mrs. Harcourt!
I got Mrs. Harcourt!
#0I got Mrs. Harcourt!
Posted: 6/30/05 at 4:33pmI got Mrs. Harcourt in Anything Goes! So now I need some information. Is it a supporting role or a cameo? Also, if you had to cut down the show into an hour and a half, woudl you take away a lot of her lines? And does she have any solos? Thanks!
#1re: I got Mrs. Harcourt!
Posted: 6/30/05 at 4:34pmAuditioned for a show without reading the script? Tsk tsk.
"The Spectacle has, indeed, an emotional attraction of its own, but, of all the parts, it is the least artistic, and connected least with the art of poetry. For the power of Tragedy, we may be sure, is felt even apart from representation and actors. Besides, the production of spectacular effects depends more on the art of the stage machinist than on that of the poet."
--Aristotle
--Aristotle
singing_sydalye
Swing Joined: 5/12/05
#2re: I got Mrs. Harcourt!
Posted: 6/30/05 at 4:39pm
I guess supporting - if I remember correctly it is Hope's mother. I think you will still have lots of lines if they cut stuff. She kinda plays a major role in the plot line. I don't believe she sings- but I could be mistaken.
I suggest reading the play soon. So you know what you are in for! =)
Cruel_Sandwich
Broadway Legend Joined: 6/30/05
#3re: I got Mrs. Harcourt!
Posted: 6/30/05 at 4:41pm
It's supporting but I forgot how large it is.
The only line you have to sing is in "Bon Voyage"
Unknown User
Joined: 12/31/69
#4re: I got Mrs. Harcourt!
Posted: 6/30/05 at 4:41pm
Mrs Harcout! Congratulations! I wonder what sort of theatre this is. Some schools (understandably) cut Mrs. Harcourt's lengthy (and quite explicit) nude scene. It's really a shame, since I think audiences really bond with her during that and the fire eating and cutting it detracts from the humilation of the death scene. Her songs are quite challenging; During the revival, they cast an opera star in this role, but even she couldn't manage the high notes. I dont' imagine you'll be giving 8 shows a week, but still be careful- so many young sopranos have found their voices irreparably harmed.
Good luck with the love scene! I know some people find a lesbian kiss (especially one that goes on for 3-4 minutes as written) funny, but I find the entire scene quite touching! Do remember, in a scene that intimate, dental hygene is key!
#5re: I got Mrs. Harcourt!
Posted: 6/30/05 at 4:42pmHahahahahahah!!!!
"The Spectacle has, indeed, an emotional attraction of its own, but, of all the parts, it is the least artistic, and connected least with the art of poetry. For the power of Tragedy, we may be sure, is felt even apart from representation and actors. Besides, the production of spectacular effects depends more on the art of the stage machinist than on that of the poet."
--Aristotle
--Aristotle
#6re: I got Mrs. Harcourt!
Posted: 6/30/05 at 4:48pmJoe, don't be mean to me. This is the biggest part I've ever gotten and I am somewhat familair with the show.
Yankeefan007
Broadway Legend Joined: 3/20/04
#7re: I got Mrs. Harcourt!
Posted: 6/30/05 at 4:50pmjoe, are you making that up, or is that in the actual script. if it is, i gotta see a real production of this show.
Unknown User
Joined: 12/31/69
#8re: I got Mrs. Harcourt!
Posted: 6/30/05 at 4:50pmMean? Me? Why would you say that! It's a wonderful part! Enjoy!
#9re: I got Mrs. Harcourt!
Posted: 6/30/05 at 4:53pm
"joe, are you making that up, or is that in the actual script. if it is, i gotta see a real production of this show."
That frightens me! ANYTHING GOES is standard musical theatre repertoire - all 3 different versions!
"For me, THEATRE is an anticipation, an artistic rush, an emotional banquet, a jubilant appreciation, and an exit hopeful of clearer thought and better worlds."
~ an anonymous traveler with Robert Burns
nmartin
Broadway Legend Joined: 6/3/05
#10re: I got Mrs. Harcourt!
Posted: 6/30/05 at 4:54pmDid Anne Francine do this in the LuPone production?
#11re: I got Mrs. Harcourt!
Posted: 6/30/05 at 4:59pmBeaver-do you mean that in a bad way or a good way?
#12re: I got Mrs. Harcourt!
Posted: 6/30/05 at 6:06pm
"all 3 different versions!"
And I've done two of them...only one more to go!
You aren't feeling overwhelmed are you?
Ebonic_Singer
Broadway Legend Joined: 8/18/04
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