London's "Woman in White" now changed to what will be Broadway version

Has the show been re-reviewed? How were the new cast received?

I have heard that they have changed the ending from the original Marion standing alone and cry to the new one with Laura and Walter marrying with Marion laughing bittersweet beside...... :S
BUt I have heard extremem reviews about Ruthie. But overall I heard that the new cast is EXCELLENT! But I personally think n hope that Ruthie is GOOD!

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It will certainly be interesting to see what changes they've incorporated for Broadway.

Now, if we could only get a cast announcement. Any news on that score?

What's the ending on the CD?

When is it expected to open? November or early 2006 Thanks

Michael...I'm seriously hoping for all that you have said. I know Maria has been "confirmed" and that Jill and Angela were expected to come over. Last I heard Martin was not coming, but I would certainly welcome a reprise of his "Walter". I think he has a beautiful voice and he's a hell of a nice guy to boot.

As for Michael Ball...this is the role that should bring him back to Broadway. And his chemistry with Maria is amazing. That particular cast worked together very well (and seemed to have a real rapport off-stage too)

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Well, if you take a look at Andrew Lloyd Webber's other transfers from London to New York, the shows never really changed that much, minor changes, but nothing that would dramatically alter the original production. I think ALW is a man who is able to realize when he has a solid product. Bombay Dreams is really the only instance where a show with Lloyd Webber's name was "really" altered.....But then again it wasn't really his show, he was just the producer for the project. I'm so excited to get the opportunity to see this show, what great music...And a thrilling cast!

See Ya!

Phantom05

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REPEAT OF SPOILER

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Wait a minute... chiseling of Grave? Can somebody explain? I think I saw the version with her walking towards the audience alone onstage.

I think the November 17th date is still target right now. It would be unwise to forgo the holidays and open in January-February, the worst months for tourism (and weather) in NYC.

Last I heard, they were still trying to negotiate with AEA regarding Crews. I'm pretty certain offers have been extended to all the London principles (including Ball), though Equity could, I suppose make a case against Crews, who is neither a name or "uniquely qualified" under AEA rules.

I'm sure they'll announce something in the next few weeks.

Updated On: 7/19/05 at 05:35 PM

I think the production that will transfer to Broadway will be best served by retaining the major cast members who all performed so well in the London staging - Maria, Michael B, Martin, Angela and Jill. I really liked this new ALWebber show and I would like it to succeed very much on Broadway, both artistically and at the box office.

Michael Bennett - I have been hoping that your new update would be to say that Michael Ball will be Fosco for Broadway. So, Thanks!

Lee - did you say that they had rehearsed the changes planned for Broadway with Michael Ball as Count Fosco? I hope that means possibly a new song and more dialogue for Michael. I agree that they can build some of the publicity around the Fosco character because it is, surprisingly, the comic twist in the show. Even if it is also the menacing side of the drama! Also, Michael's appearance with the New York City Opera in Mid-September to early October this year for the Gilbert and Sullivan operetta PATIENCE can only show a side of his talent that can re-introduce him back to Broadway with such panache!

Crossing my fingers that all would go well - and thinking of returning to NYC perhaps by TONY time

Updated On: 7/20/05 at 06:40 PM

Michael, thank you for your comments. As I'm sure you can tell, the cast of this show has a pretty loyal following amongst those who saw them perform together. I echo Jo and KEC's comments that the Producers could not find a better cast then the combination that we all saw (individually) in London. Maria, Michael, Jill, Angela and Martin were a great team and I can only say theatre-goers here would be impressed to see this wonderful show with this cast.

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Oliver Darley was also very good as Sir Percival Glyde. But I think it may not be realistic to expect that he would also make it to Broadway.