Kristoffer Cusick in Wicked-why still just the understudy

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Kristoffer Cusick in Wicked-why still just the understudy

Posted: 12/8/04 at 2:20am

I wonder why Kristoffer Cusick didn't get a permanent position as Fiyero. He was the original Fiyero understudy and then Derrick Williams was added. Williams got the role in the tour and somebody else got the part on Broadway. Anyone know why?

#2

re: Kristoffer Cusick in Wicked-why still just the understudy

Posted: 12/8/04 at 2:23am

That's the way the cookie crumbles.

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#3

re: Kristoffer Cusick in Wicked-why still just the understudy

Posted: 12/8/04 at 11:13am

I loved Kristoffer as Fiyero, I actually liked him better than NLB...

#4

re: Kristoffer Cusick in Wicked-why still just the understudy

Posted: 12/8/04 at 11:42am

I think Joey Mac is doing a great job.

#5

re: Kristoffer Cusick in Wicked-why still just the understudy

Posted: 12/8/04 at 1:04pm

Joey was really good (I won't say great, as he totally bombed As Long as You're Mine - he started in the wrong key and never really recovered) when I saw him too. Maybe the producers felt casting Joey was an oppurtunity they just couldn't pass up.

They haven't named a new Fiyero yet, so maybe he'll get his shot then, even if its on a temporary basis.

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re: Kristoffer Cusick in Wicked-why still just the understudy

Posted: 12/8/04 at 1:14pm

i didnt like joey . and they have named a new fiyero, david ayers. i have a clip of kristoffer cusick as fiyero and love it

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#7

re: Kristoffer Cusick in Wicked-why still just the understudy

Posted: 12/8/04 at 1:21pm

That's right, I forgot about David. Oops!

I even got out my Fiddler CD to listen to him lol. Thanks for the correction!

#8

re: Kristoffer Cusick in Wicked-why still just the understudy

Posted: 12/8/04 at 2:53pm

Kristoffer was mediocre when I saw him.

#9

re: Kristoffer Cusick in Wicked-why still just the understudy

Posted: 12/8/04 at 3:12pm

Although I am excited to see David Ayers, I asked myself the same thing. I thought Kristoffer's Fiyero was the best of the three (Norbert, Joey, and Kris) that I have seen. Not only is he an amazing performer but hes sexy and one of the sweetest people ever.

#10

re: Kristoffer Cusick in Wicked-why still just the understudy

Posted: 12/8/04 at 3:39pm

personally, I am VERY excited about David Ayers.. makes up for the disappointment i have been feeling about the replacement since i first got wind that she auditioned.

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re: Kristoffer Cusick in Wicked-why still just the understudy

Posted: 12/8/04 at 4:50pm

me too! i LOVE LOVE LOVE David. I got my tickets to go see him already. He's one of the sweetest, most talented men i know. I'm so happy for him.

I loved Kristoffer too. I think he should've gotten the tour over Derrick, but i am happy for Derrick.

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#12

re: Kristoffer Cusick in Wicked-why still just the understudy

Posted: 12/9/04 at 8:49pm

omg i <3 kristoffer cusick! i saw him in sat. night fever and then was lucky enough to see him in wicked XD
girl with the clip....PLEASE PLEAse send to me? i woujld greatly appreciate.

hey! look on the bright side-maybe Kristoffer will be starring in a show someday soon! and THATS why he aint bein fyero!

demonly~

#13

re: Kristoffer Cusick in Wicked-why still just the understudy

Posted: 12/9/04 at 8:56pm

I have to agree with demonbarber... at least it would be nice to see him star in a show some day.

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re: Kristoffer Cusick in Wicked-why still just the understudy

Posted: 12/9/04 at 8:57pm

anyone hear know kristoffer? cuz if you do ASK HIM whats going on and whats coming up!

demonly~

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re: Kristoffer Cusick in Wicked-why still just the understudy

Posted: 12/9/04 at 9:42pm

I wonder why Kristoffer Cusick didn't get a permanent position as Fiyero.

Because he did absolutely nothing for me in the role. He wasn't terrible, but his acting didn't seem sincere or natural, and I didn't feel anything from his character (as I did with Norbert and Joe). His voice is fine, but...eh. Elphaba3 used a good word: mediocre.

#16

re: Kristoffer Cusick in Wicked-why still just the understudy

Posted: 12/10/04 at 10:55pm

Everyone SUCKS in this role because its a CRAP role.

#17

re: Kristoffer Cusick in Wicked-why still just the understudy

Posted: 12/11/04 at 6:26pm

i love kristoffer !!!!!!!

haha just thought i would post that-we should make an official thread for this *star in the making*
XD

~demonly
the barber

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re: Kristoffer Cusick in Wicked-why still just the understudy

Posted: 12/11/04 at 10:43pm

Well does anyone know where i can hear him sing , cause i heard he has ana amazing voice ?

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re: Kristoffer Cusick in Wicked-why still just the understudy

Posted: 12/12/04 at 12:21am

I wish he would've gotten Fiyero. We have a mutual friend so when he was in Rent I got to hang out with him and watch a rehearsal before the show. He's very personable, not to mention amazingly sexy. Hopefully he'll get a bigger part in a show soon.

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#20

re: Kristoffer Cusick in Wicked-why still just the understudy

Posted: 12/24/04 at 4:06pm

As much as I do like Kristoffer as fiyero, i really like derrick much better and I'm soooooo happy he got the tour!! I'd love it if after his run on the tour, they brought him back to bway as fiyero!