I guess, I have to take a trip to the Prince Theater... — Page 2

MEF, I did see the 99' version and although Vicky is a good role and technically the "lead", Clara is a better suited role for Orfeh (IMO). That whole "hard ass boss" thing sounds like a perfect fit for her. Vicky is alittle too sweet and naiev, if you will.

I highly recommend the concept album, got it yesterday and there's hardly a weak track and "I Hate The French" is laugh out loud clever. If it does come in, I hope they make another recording with this cast. I'd love to hear the new voices on the songs.

Adjustments were made to Dylan's age (the son of Jamie's co-worker) to make it appropriate to how old Orfeh looks. I'm assuming Orfeh will double as the co-worker because on the recording, it's definitely two different people singing Clara's songs and "My Son," but they could've changed it so that it's Clara's son, and it's the same character.

Am I the only here who's read the book? I'm excited for this production.

So you posted just to tear apart a show that's had a NYTheater workshop run with people like Patrick wilson, a concept album with all Broadway "stars" and now a Prince Theater run with all new theater stars and a director who's thus far got the only off Broadway hit to speak of. Interesting. I think the music is great and can't complain about the current or past cast members at all. Haven't seen Arrima's work first hand, but he seems to be a darling for the moment, so how bad could it be?

And according to Orfeh's webmaster, they have indeed changed Clara's sons' age to seven, down from "13" to make it more appropriate to her looks. And lest anyone start the grand old age debate, we're talking looks, not numbers. I don't need to talk about how many 30+ year olds have been in "high school" lately, do I?

Actually, the NY Theater workshop cast was completely different from the concept album cast. The only person to do both was Wilson.

Have you seen Altar Boyz? Seems you've got a little bone to pick with both the show and Arrima, but hey, to each his own.

I broke down and bought tickets today. I'm not really thrilled about driving to Philly, but I have a feeling that this show is going to be worth it.

TheEnchantedHunter, STFU.

Updated On: 6/10/06 at 01:18 AM

I would love to see this show, but not possible when I live so far away. It is really hard to think of anyone singing the role of "Jamie" other than Patrick Wilson. I adore the concept album. It's my absolute favorite. Patrick Wilson sings with such power and emotion and his voice is totally mezmerizing!

I actually think Kushner will sound alot more "authentic" singing the songs. Patrick Wilson is very musical theater sounding and it's not really the best possible style for the songs. From what i'm told (off-line), this cast is far more ideal than any previous ones, album or live.