Lindsay Mendez in Merrily We Roll Along- Page 3
Lindsay Mendez in Merrily We Roll Along
lopside
Stand-by Joined: 11/16/21
#50Lindsay Mendez in Merrily We Roll Along
Posted: 11/28/23 at 12:06pmWouldn't the production contract have exclusivity of commitment built in? We're still in the scope of the original portion of the run, before the extension that was announced a bit later.
ErmengardeStopSniveling
Broadway Legend Joined: 9/20/18
#51Lindsay Mendez in Merrily We Roll Along
Posted: 11/28/23 at 12:24pm
lopside said: "Wouldn't the production contract have exclusivity of commitment built in? We're still in the scope of the original portion of the run, before the extension that was announced a bit later."
If the TV show is the reason for her absences, it's a unique situation because it was supposed to be wrapped months ago but had to take a hiatus because of the strike (it started filming in April).
It's not unheard of for a TV show or film to go to a Broadway producer and say "hey, we REALLY need your actor for these dates, let's make a deal and we'll throw some money your way." The unusual part is that the lack of communication.
#52Lindsay Mendez in Merrily We Roll Along
Posted: 11/28/23 at 12:25pm
Tag said: "TotallyEffed said: "It seems a bit odd they'd be shooting seven days a week but I suppose anything is possible now that the strike is over."
Even if they are filming a 5 day week, would you be able to work, let's say 60-70 hours in those 5 days, and then do a 3 show weekend on Broadway. Probably not."
Is she the star of this and in every scene? I don’t know anything about the project. Feels more likely to me she is ill.
dramamama611
Broadway Legend Joined: 12/4/07
#53Lindsay Mendez in Merrily We Roll Along
Posted: 11/28/23 at 1:28pm
Falsettolands said: "every time I try to give the real reason, mods delete my post.
Mendez's absences are not industry or filming related."
I think that is obvious to many of us - which makes it even less of our business.
If we're not having fun, then why are we doing it?
These are DISCUSSION boards, not mutual admiration boards. Discussion only occurs when we are willing to hear what others are thinking, regardless of whether it is alignment to our own thoughts.
mshalo18
Stand-by Joined: 10/29/22
#54Lindsay Mendez in Merrily We Roll Along
Posted: 11/28/23 at 1:56pm
dramamama611 said: "Falsettolands said: "every time I try to give the real reason, mods delete my post.
Mendez's absences are not industry or filming related."
I think that is obvious to many of us - which makes it even less of our business.
If people are that interested in knowing what's going on, Google is their friend- they can get an inkling that way. And while I don't agree with the way that they've handled her absences, it's clearly not hurting Merrily's bottom line.
dramamama611
Broadway Legend Joined: 12/4/07
#55Lindsay Mendez in Merrily We Roll Along
Posted: 11/28/23 at 7:44pm
Sounds like she's back in the show tonight. Someone posted elsewhere that only an ensemble person is listed as being out on the understudy board
If we're not having fun, then why are we doing it?
These are DISCUSSION boards, not mutual admiration boards. Discussion only occurs when we are willing to hear what others are thinking, regardless of whether it is alignment to our own thoughts.
#56Lindsay Mendez in Merrily We Roll Along
Posted: 11/28/23 at 9:00pm
DramaTeach said: "mshalo18 said: "dramamama611 said: "Falsettolands said: "every time I try to give the real reason, mods delete my post.
Mendez's absences are not industry or filming related."
I think that is obvious to many of us - which makes it even less of our business.
If people are that interested in knowing what's going on, Google is their friend- they can get an inkling that way. And while I don't agree with the way that they've handled her absences, it's clearly not hurting Merrily's bottom line."
Couldn’t find anything from Google. Any other clues or tips?"
I get the curiosity and that this is a theater board with people who want to know things about their faves, but it's really not anyone's business. If she wanted people to know her life, she would share it.
Springtime
Stand-by Joined: 11/15/22
#57Lindsay Mendez in Merrily We Roll Along
Posted: 11/29/23 at 5:06pm
Lindsay Mendez was back for Tuesday's show on 28 November, but may have been out for the 29 November Wednesday matinee (attended by Whoopi Goldberg).
Updated On: 11/29/23 at 05:06 PM
#58Lindsay Mendez in Merrily We Roll Along
Posted: 11/29/23 at 6:22pm
Lindsay is in tonight, and I had no idea Jeremy Kushnier is a swing. He's on for Terry/Mr. Spencer.
Updated On: 11/29/23 at 06:22 PM
PegasusOasis
Understudy Joined: 7/9/22
#59Lindsay Mendez in Merrily We Roll Along
Posted: 11/29/23 at 7:21pm
Does anyone know when Corey Mach is going on as Franklin? I would like to see it.
#60Lindsay Mendez in Merrily We Roll Along
Posted: 11/29/23 at 10:33pm
During tonight's curtain call/red bucket speech, Jonathan Groff pointed out that yesterday was the anniversary of the closing night of the original production, and today is the anniversary of when the original cast album was recorded, at which point he acknowledged a group of 10 original cast members in the audience.
Whoops, not really the right thread for this. Added it to the regular one.
Springtime
Stand-by Joined: 11/15/22
#61Lindsay Mendez in Merrily We Roll Along
Posted: 11/29/23 at 10:58pm
PegasusOasis said: "Does anyone know when Corey Mach is going on as Franklin? I would like to see it."
Groff hasn't missed any shows yet and has no scheduled days off.
#62Lindsay Mendez in Merrily We Roll Along
Posted: 11/30/23 at 8:18am
Y'all. They're humans. They're allowed to be sick and miss work for an extended period for illness or injury.
#63Lindsay Mendez in Merrily We Roll Along
Posted: 11/30/23 at 11:46pm
Lindsay performed in the show tonight, so hopefully, her situation is resolved and she is back to her regular performance schedule.
Pro-1686404964
Swing Joined: 6/10/23
#64Lindsay Mendez in Merrily We Roll Along
Posted: 12/1/23 at 12:56am
We are all dealing with things in our lives. When you can be anything - be kind.
#65Lindsay Mendez in Merrily We Roll Along
Posted: 12/1/23 at 2:34am
To be fair most people were asking about producer honesty and transparency not complaining that Lindsay is missing work. There is a difference.
"You can't overrate Bernadette Peters. She is such a genius. There's a moment in "Too Many Mornings" and Bernadette doing 'I wore green the last time' - It's a voice that is just already given up - it is so sorrowful. Tragic. You can see from that moment the show is going to be headed into such dark territory and it hinges on this tiny throwaway moment of the voice." - Ben Brantley (2022)
"Bernadette's whole, stunning performance [as Rose in Gypsy] galvanized the actors capable of letting loose with her. Bernadette's Rose did take its rightful place, but too late, and unseen by too many who should have seen it" Arthur Laurents (2009)
"Sondheim's own favorite star performances? [Bernadette] Peters in ''Sunday in the Park,'' Lansbury in ''Sweeney Todd'' and ''obviously, Ethel was thrilling in 'Gypsy.'' Nytimes, 2000
jimmycurry01
Broadway Legend Joined: 5/28/05
#66Lindsay Mendez in Merrily We Roll Along
Posted: 12/1/23 at 8:16am
binau said: "To be fair most people were asking about producer honesty and transparency not complaining that Lindsay is missing work. There is a difference."
Given the situation, I'm sure it was one day at a time until the matter was resolved. Such things can happen quickly or slowly. The producers couldn't really say how long she would be out, because the system works at its own speed.
getatme
Leading Actor Joined: 6/14/11
#67Lindsay Mendez in Merrily We Roll Along
Posted: 12/1/23 at 1:21pm
Lindsay's absences are not related to American Sports Story. They go back into production in January, but she has been sick and recovering. She is back but will likely not be doing matinees on two-show-days for a little bit.
Springtime
Stand-by Joined: 11/15/22
#68Lindsay Mendez in Merrily We Roll Along
Posted: 12/2/23 at 6:47pm
Confirming Lindsay has missed the two matinees this week. Edited to add she was also out of the Saturday evening show and Sunday’s show.
Updated On: 12/3/23 at 06:47 PM
#69Lindsay Mendez in Merrily We Roll Along
Posted: 12/2/23 at 7:34pm
There also appears to be some kind of virus going around, too. Not COVID, but I know a lot of people (including myself) that have been sick recently for a long stretch.
A Chorus Line revival played its final Broadway performance on August 17, 2008. The tour played its final performance on August 21, 2011. A new non-equity tour started in October 2012 played its final performance on March 23, 2013. Another non-equity tour launched on January 20, 2018. The tour ended its US run in Kansas City and then toured throughout Japan August & September 2018.
pippy1
Chorus Member Joined: 3/25/15
#70Lindsay Mendez in Merrily We Roll Along
Posted: 12/3/23 at 9:42pm
getatme said: "Lindsay's absences are not related to American Sports Story. They go back into production in January, but she has been sick and recovering. She is back but will likely not be doing matinees on two-show-days for a little bit."
Saw the show today. Lindsay was out. I was disappointed, but will always give any understudy or swing as much appreciation as the star. Not an easy job to fill the shoes of someone else. She did a a good job and the show itself was great. Truly enjoyable. I certainly won’t speculate why Lindsay is out, but do wish her well.
SusaninBaltimore
Swing Joined: 3/7/23
#71Lindsay Mendez in Merrily We Roll Along
Posted: 12/10/23 at 12:35pm
Lindsay Mendez was out of the matinee yesterday, Saturday, December 9. Luckily I saw her in a preview in September and loved her performance. But I thought Jamila Sabares-Klemm, her understudy, did an excellent job. So the role of Mary Flynn is in good hands, impervious to Covid, flu, etc.
MezzA101
Broadway Star Joined: 3/29/23
Owen22
Broadway Legend Joined: 2/24/11
#73Lindsay Mendez in Merrily We Roll Along
Posted: 1/3/24 at 11:35am
MezzA101 said: "https://playbill.com/article/tony-winner-lindsay-mendez-announces-engagement"
Well, this is lovely for her...but I'm not sure how it relates to her missing shows or being/not being okay..
#74Lindsay Mendez in Merrily We Roll Along
Posted: 1/3/24 at 11:57am
Owen22 said: "MezzA101 said: "https://playbill.com/article/tony-winner-lindsay-mendez-announces-engagement"
Well, this is lovely for her...but I'm not sure how it relates to her missing shows or being/not being okay.."
So, you're wondering why someone put Lindsay Mendez news on a Lindsay Mendez thread, news which actually does relate to whether or not she's doing ok? At least they didn't start a new thread for it. Now, if only we could get her to announce her scheduled absences, that would be great.
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