Liza to get WICKED... — Page 3

nope, nyet, nada to the fans about Wicked as I write this

and Liza doesn't even have a formal publicist

she's booked with concerts at least until mid-March and is currently in Europe - a show in Denmark Monday night, another in Oslo on Wednesday

Sorry, I usally don't respond to threads likes this, but I have a very hard time believing that this is true...As much as I love "Wicked," the role of Madame Morrible would be a total waste of Liza's time.

Updated On: 10/19/05 at 01:20 AM

Don't really wanna get tied up in this discussion; now I don't know a THING about Liza and her work ethic, but just maybe she's a person who does something for the joy of it, not for the size of the role. I know of people who'd rather have a tiny but meaty role than a one-dimensional lead, or who'd rather have any tiny role in a show they love than a big role in one they don't...so maybe Liza's like that. Maybe she loves Wicked and wants to be a part of it (and I was thinking the Wizard of Oz connection too! ), maybe she's seen the different ways different actresses have portrayed Morrible and wants to take her own spin...maybe she's not fussed that she doesn't get to sing very much, when she can pack a real punch into the few speaking lines she gets to deliver. Maybe she just wants to have some *fun* without having to learn a huge script and wear herself out 8 times a week?

This isn't a done deal yet but tentatively Liza will do a show at the Met for her 60th b-day in March

Updated On: 10/19/05 at 11:13 AM

I assumed it was just rumor. Had she, or some other decent voice, taken over the role, they should add a song just after "As Long As Your Mine" and before the house falls. It would be a great opportunity for something truly evil from Morrible about the storm. It would also give the green girl and Fiyero more time to do the dirty dirty. I always thought it was a pity that they had to rush and all. :P

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totally agree with you lfae. she will never be able to perform in a leading role in a broadway musical every again so her taking on Morrible would be fabulous. She wouldn't have to memorize too many lines, won't have a song (unless they add one for her) and I think it would definitely boost ticket sales (not that Wicked needs a boost in ticket sales). If this happens, I will definitely pay $100 to see Liza live on stage.

Joel Grey should come back as the Wizard for a little reunion.

THIS IS THE BEST NEWS I HAVE HEARD ALL SEASON

I have major problems believing this is true. I think, if Morrible had been written even just one more song, then maybe--if Liza really loved the show. But in reality? Having a hard time buying it. When it goes up on broadway.com and/or playbill or some other site, then I'll believe.

Personally, I'd much rather see Liza do some short-lived great thing, like a concert, than a long run in a thankless role like Morrible, in a so-so show like WICKED. When ARRESTED DEVELOPMENT, THE MUSICAL! comes out, give me a call.

"If this is true it would be the only reason I'd hope Stephanie take over when Shoshana is done..."

That would be kinda cool Liza Minelli in a show with someone who portrayed Liza Minelli.

"rather see Mullaly in the role someday... "

I'd love to see Ms. Mullally back on Broadway but the way she sings...it would be a waste. She needs a role that would showcase both her acting ability and her voice.

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oooh megan mulally would be great! a little young, but she can act

iluvtheatertrash, that was sooo mean and yet soooo funny. I got a kick out of your comment.

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Updated On: 10/19/05 at 05:22 PM