Loren Lott Asaka?

I saw her on as Asaka about two weeks ago and thought she was fantastic. 

When I first walked in to the theater I was disappointed when I saw Alex Newell was out (saw him in the role during previews and loooooved him) but Loren was just a great but in a different way. Her portrayal is very upbeat and her vocals were amazing. She really did a great job making the role her own.

On a side note, I was blown away by how much emotional growth the cast has made since I first saw it. I (along with many other audience members) was in tears during the song Ti Moune as well as A Part of Us. I didn't feel remotely emotional the first time.