Ok, I don't agree with this idea, but a few things:
- LBB was supposedly leaving in JUly to go work on her television pilot or whatever show she shot. I'm pretty sure, considering Jerry Mitchell's immense love for her (and the producers love affair with heR) that they wouldn't just pull the rug out from under her.
- I am banking on it being more like "Grease: You're the One That I want" in that people with experience can indeed audition. This may be the perfect chance for someone such as an undiscovered talent that's only done regional productions or tours to step up to the plate.
It sucks that reality television is what its come down to to find the leads, but I think the producers know what they are doing enough to not hire some untalented Barbie doll. Plus, think of the fun, AWFUL auditions you get ot watch :-p
"Less Of A Marilyn, More Of A Jackie"
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