Does anyone know, where I could find a recording or a picture of her as Grizzi?
WHOA.
I would love to see one as well.
-d.b.j-
Wow, didn't know Lillias White played Grizabella.
I saw her as Effie in the revival of DREAMGIRLS.
In the book "Broadway Day and Night" there is a section where Lillias White talks about juggling shooting a role on Sesame Street, a rehearsal for Cats (Grizabella), and a performance of the show she was currently performing in all in the same day. I don't think there's a picture, though. I used to have the book and have no idea what happened to it. This thread just reminded me of it.
I saw Lilias White as Grizabella in '92. I still have the playbill and there is a small picture of her dressed as the character inside. From what I recall, it was not the fabulous Lilias White performace you'd expect. She was just starting out. In my opinion, she went too much for a soulful rendition, when what I want is sheer, diva, raise the roof belting! And we know she can belt!
Broadway Star Joined: 5/22/03
i bet if she were to play the role now she would go all out and belt the crap out her songs and give a real dive performence!!! :)
I'm sure she would belt the crap out of her songs, it's just too bad that the show will still suck.
Broadway Legend Joined: 12/31/69
As Much as I love Lillas... the best Grizabella will always be in my heart, Laurie Beechman
Broadway Legend Joined: 12/31/69
Lillias! What an amazing voice! :)
~Rosalynn
anyone remember who was Griz Dec'94?
It was my first Broadway show and I've always wondered who was in the cast (we lost the Playbill looooong time ago)
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