Paddington Cast? — Page 4

I may combust. Leslie Rodriguez Kritzer having a legendary run this season.

Too bad Drew Gehling won't transfer with The Heart

I think this board tends to function in a bit of a bubble. This is Broadway for sure, but all actors dream of a varied career. If Rob McClure was indeed in negotiations, it would be logical that he might take a pass. I'm sure that considering his work on a hit new CBS series, Cupertino, even if his arc may be over (not sure about that) has shown his versatility. I would assume that his management would want to jump on that so he can be up for all sorts of growing prospects and not be tied down to a supporting role on Broadway for the next year or so. Considering he also lives in Philly, I would assume the possibility of flying to LA for a few weeks here and there for TV/film work would be more lucrative and would build to a bigger career. Just look at the casting of Tony Hale. Do you really think that he would take this gig if it came right after VEEP ended? Obviously, he and his people have looked at the arc of his career and they all feel like settling down in NY right now for a year might be a good offer if indeed film /TV role may not be in the offing. Perhaps the same for Jessie Mueller! There are many reasons an actor makes choices and frankly, we should just wish everyone the best of success and trust their own professional judgement.

Updated On: 11/9/26 at 12:37 PM

nycward said: "I think this board tends to function in a bit of a bubble. This is Broadway for sure, but all actors dream of a varied career. If Rob McClure was indeed in negotiations, it would be logical that he might take a pass. I'm sure that considering his work on a hit new CBS series, Cupertino, even if his arc may be over (not sure about that) has shown his versatility. I would assume that his management would want to jump on that so he can be up for all sorts of growing prospects and not be tied down to a supporting role on Broadway for the next year or so. Considering he also lives in Philly, I would assume the possibility of flying to LA for a few weeks here and there for TV/film work would be more lucrative and would build to a bigger career. Just look at the casting of Tony Hale. Do you really think that he would take this gig if it came right after VEEP ended? Obviously, he and his people have looked at the arc of his career and they all feel like settling down in NY right now for a year might be a good offer if indeed film /TV role may not be in the offing. Perhaps the same for Jessie Mueller! There are many reasons an actor makes choices and frankly, we should just wish everyone the best of success and trust their own professional judgement."


I don't get why on-screen fame and fortune is constantly viewed as superior to stage work. To me, it's the opposite. I get why financial security is attractive, but surely most serious actors find huge allure in the chance to perform to live audiences and really flex their muscles. Tony Hale is perfect for this role. “The arc of his career" just reached a high. Fck Hollywood.

Updated On: 11/9/26 at 12:47 PM

Jay Lerner-Z said: "nycward said: "I think this board tends to function in a bit of a bubble. This is Broadway for sure, but all actors dream of a varied career. If Rob McClure was indeed in negotiations, it would be logical that he might take a pass. I'm sure that considering his work on a hit new CBS series, Cupertino, even if his arc may be over (not sure about that) has shown his versatility. I would assume that his management would want to jump on that so he can be up for all sorts of growing prospects and not be tied down to a supporting role on Broadway for the next year or so. Considering he also lives in Philly, I would assume the possibility of flying to LA for a few weeks here and there for TV/film work would be more lucrative and would build to a bigger career. Just look at the casting of Tony Hale. Do you really think that he would take this gig if it came right after VEEP ended? Obviously, he and his people have looked at the arc of his career and they all feel like settling down in NY right now for a year might be a good offer if indeed film /TV role may not be in the offing. Perhaps the same for Jessie Mueller! There are many reasons an actor makes choices and frankly, we should just wish everyone the best of success and trust their own professional judgement."


I don't get why on-screen fame and fortune is constantly viewed as superior to stage work. To me, it's the opposite. I get why financial security is attractive, but surely most serious actors find huge allure in the chance to perform to live audiences and really flex their muscles. Tony Hale is perfect for this role. “The arc of his career" just reached a high. Fck Hollywood."

I think most actors would disagree with those priorities. Having a varied career is the goal where live theatre can supply the joy of its immediacy and film and TV can offer the financial security and international fame that can also lead back to theatre work as well.

Also good move to bring in the Olivier Award winning duo playing Paddington himself. Nice PR and Tony bait all rapped up in one lil fuzzy bear:)

^ You're so right! I completely forgot about Clear Day - and I saw it!

I remember I brought my Clear Day playbill to stage door of Jersey Boys to get Drew to sign and he couldn't believe I had actually seen it.

What a show that was.

Kad said: "Part of me wonders if the Tonys won't give Hameed and Shah a noncompetitive recognition and not nominate them at all."

I haven't seen it yet, but I already know that would be egregious.

Oh wait Kad, I read your comment as them not getting either competitive or non-competitive.

I still think it would be egregious if the rules are so rigid that (potentially) the best performance/s are shut out of all the fun and excitement and recognition. If a non-binary performer can win Best Actor, well then so can a woman. Or a man win Best Actress. If the Oliviers can do it, so can the Tonys.

Updated On: 11/9/26 at 01:50 PM

To have Karen Ziemba back on Broadway in a lovely featured role in a huge smash hit....couldn't be happier!

I have to ask. When was it ever confirmed Rob McClure would be part of the cast but then stepped down. Did he say something? Did the production say something? Why would you be disappointed by mere rumors?

It was heavily rumored for awhile and many "sources" seemed to confirm he was going to be doing it. Ultimately whatever happened, happened and it's no one's business whether said rumors were unfounded or he simply passed. It's okay to believe a rumor and be upset when it doesn't end up happening for any number of reasons.

I mean, look at some of the insane things said on this board on a daily basis - some of those things are grounded in some truths while others are work of absolute fan fiction.

Updated On: 11/9/26 at 02:23 PM