Jerby revisits Hairspray/A Donna Vivino Love Thread

I just saw the show again tonite--my 3rd time (I thought this would be a great first Broadway show for my mom).

I think the current cast is excellent, but the books scenes really need some tightening--folks need to pick up the cues. But aside from that, it's still the same great show that I saw back with the OBC.

John Pinette(Edna)--a lovely Edna. Very funny.

Shannon Durig(Tracy)--did a great job. Nice voice and good dancer!

Blake Hammond(was on for Wilbur)--nice job; really played well off of Pinette

Darlene Love(Mabel)--unbelievable singer

Tevin Cambell(Seaweed)--kicked butt on his songs

Leah Hocking(Velma)--absolutely delicious

Tracy Miller(Penny)--great voice, very funny

Andrew Rannells(Link)--pretty voice; "It Takes Two" was still heartmelting

The Dynamites sounded awesome--especially my girl, Carla Hargrove!

And, I have to mention one ensemble member that really stuck out as a kickass singer and actress--Donna Vivino. She was really captivating.

I just love the score for this show--Shaiman, you need to get a new show out soon! I can't wait!

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Updated On: 12/23/05 at 12:32 AM

Donna Vivino is sensational as Shelley.

I'm so glad I'm not the only one who noticed her!

Donna, if you are single and wanna date a mostly gay guy, call me!

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Yup. That would be the moment I fell instantly in like.

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I believe I saw Donna as Shelley and she lit up the stage whenever she was on it.

Like the way she savors Velma's advice about polaroids in the jail scene. Simple and delicious.

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I saw her go on as Prudy/Matron/Gym Teacher one night and she very good. I would love to see her as Tracy.

I've only seen her in OPPOSITE OF SEX but was quite impressed with her small role(s) in that. Great singer, great comic timing, and great looking.

Also, a great gal!

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I've never seen Donna, but I'd love to. Most of the Shelly's I've seen have been amazing, such as Natalie Hill and Leslie Kritzer, so I'll have to see how she holds up.

I believe Donna went on once as Tracy while out on tour and heard she was AMAZING.

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Ooh I love Donna! She's amazing and so so sweet!

Hah,

Jerby...hope you got a chance to resolidify and collect yourself properly in time for the holidays.

Akiva

Well,

To be fair I don't quite look like that any more. I shaved my head into a mohwak and have an eyebrow piercing. I'm a little less clean cut than that picture.

Akiva