Scared About Daphne Rubin Vega as Fantine?
Scared About Daphne Rubin Vega as Fantine?
americanboy99
Broadway Legend Joined: 7/27/06
#0Scared About Daphne Rubin Vega as Fantine?
Posted: 8/12/06 at 3:22pm
Is anybody else scared about Daphne Rubin Vega as Fantine? I am.
#1re: Scared about Mimi as Fantine?
Posted: 8/12/06 at 3:22pmWho's Daphene?
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gustof777
Broadway Legend Joined: 6/8/04
#3re: Scared about Mimi as Fantine?
Posted: 8/12/06 at 3:35pmnot at all I can't wait to see a a fresh new take on Fantine. I was suprised when I read Daphne's name but the more and more I play around with the thought in my mind the more I see it. I am biased because I'm a big fan but I think she'll be great.
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#4re: Scared about Mimi as Fantine?
Posted: 8/12/06 at 3:59pm
Nah.
If you missed her as a dying whore in Rent 10 years ago, you're in luck. You can catch her as one in Les Mis now.
Ariella
Broadway Legend Joined: 8/10/06
#5re: Scared about Mimi as Fantine?
Posted: 8/12/06 at 4:01pmNah... Daphne's great. She can pull it off
#6re: Scared about Mimi as Fantine?
Posted: 8/12/06 at 4:06pm"Mimi" is not playing Fantine, the actress Daphne Rubin-Vega is. Daphne is a great actress who plays deep and complex emotions very well. She is stunning in playing heartbreak and pathos. She will be a mesmerizing Fantine. Check out her work in the movie 'Virgin'. She is a phenomenal talent in so many ways and a primal and powerfully emotive force in the acting world.
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americanboy99
Broadway Legend Joined: 7/27/06
#7re: Scared about Mimi as Fantine?
Posted: 8/12/06 at 4:12pmI love Daphne Rubin Vega. I wasn't dissing her. I was just shocked. It just is such a different style.
#8re: Scared about Mimi as Fantine?
Posted: 8/12/06 at 4:14pmYes but RENT is pathos and Le Mis is pathos. I don't really see why it is a stretch to see Daphne in the part. And you did use the word SCARED. That's a strong word and a little on the "diss"ing side.
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americanboy99
Broadway Legend Joined: 7/27/06
#9re: Scared about Mimi as Fantine?
Posted: 8/12/06 at 4:16pmI am a bit scared. Les Mis is my favorite musical ever and I wasn't overly impressed with Daphne's voice in RENT. RENT's sound is very different from Les Mis.
#10re: Scared about Mimi as Fantine?
Posted: 8/12/06 at 4:19pm
It shouldn't be scary...it will just be different.
I think Daphne will do her best to pull Fantine off...and if she can't, I give her credit for trying something new.
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gustof777
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#11re: Scared about Mimi as Fantine?
Posted: 8/12/06 at 4:19pmWell I don't think she will sound the same as in RENT. I love the fact that it won't be just a carbon copy of the original. She'll bring a freshness and a whole new level to the peice I hope.
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#12re: Scared about Mimi as Fantine?
Posted: 8/12/06 at 4:22pm
"Mimi" is not playing Fantine, the actress Daphne Rubin-Vega is.
Amen, BettyBoy72 sista.
americanboy99, you ought to edit your thread title. And "scared" is an odd choice of words. Can you please elaborate on what you're "scared" of regarding Ms. Rubin-Vega's upcoming portrayal of Fantine?
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Updated On: 8/12/06 at 04:22 PM
-Kad
"I have also met him in person, and I find him to be quite funny actually. Arrogant and often misinformed, but still funny."
-bjh2114 (on Michael Riedel)
#13re: Scared about Mimi as Fantine?
Posted: 8/12/06 at 4:23pm
Well there's all different types of voices on stage and hers is among them. I think there was a thread about the topic of singing in theatre and what it takes to be a good theatre actor.
I think Daphne's got the acting chops and a great voice. Granted she won't sound like Ruthie Henshall or Elaine Paige, but I think she emotes well and will have folks bawling their eyes out.
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americanboy99
Broadway Legend Joined: 7/27/06
#14re: Scared about Mimi as Fantine?
Posted: 8/12/06 at 4:25pm
I was making a comparison of Mimi to Fantine, not in any way saying anything bad about Ms. Vega.
And... it is a question to everyone. I am a little scared. When I think about preformers like Ruthie Henshall and others who have sung this part it just seems rather weird.
#15re: Scared about Mimi as Fantine?
Posted: 8/12/06 at 4:29pm"Scared" and "weird" are terms born out of lack of knowledge and fear of the unknown; neither of which should be ruminated about in review of, and certainly not in anticipation of, a theater performance.
"Winning a Tony this year is like winning Best Attendance in third grade: no one will care but the winner and their mom."
-Kad
"I have also met him in person, and I find him to be quite funny actually. Arrogant and often misinformed, but still funny."
-bjh2114 (on Michael Riedel)
-Kad
"I have also met him in person, and I find him to be quite funny actually. Arrogant and often misinformed, but still funny."
-bjh2114 (on Michael Riedel)
#16re: Scared about Mimi as Fantine?
Posted: 8/12/06 at 4:33pmAmericanboy, I know you are not attacking Daphne, but your post seems short-sighted. You're basically saying that because DR-V does not "seem like Fantine" to you because she is for example, not like Ruthie Henshall, then you are "scared." It is rather close-minded to think that way. Maybe you should just enjoy the opportunity to see DR-V in a completely different show, especially since you claim to like her. And why would you compare Mimi to Fantine. That's like saying Patti Lupone can't play Ms. Lovett becuase she was so likable in "Noises Off". We are talking about actors here, they have the ability to re-invent as a new character and even train their voices in new ways to take on new parts and vocal challenges. Would anyone have seen Charlize Theron playing Aileen Wournos? Nope, but it was a damn fine performance. I want to be clear I am not attacking you. I respect your ideas, I'm just nudging you a little. :)
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"I want to meet him after and bang him!"-random woman who exposed her breasts at Rock of Ages, referring to James Carpinello
americanboy99
Broadway Legend Joined: 7/27/06
#17re: Scared about Mimi as Fantine?
Posted: 8/12/06 at 4:35pmI am becoming more excited, but I will hesitant until I see it.
#18re: Scared about Mimi as Fantine?
Posted: 8/12/06 at 4:44pmYes, actually I am. Not because of her ability, it's just that she is SOOOO very different from all the other Fantines. Plus I have never been a fan of hers.
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#19re: Scared about Mimi as Fantine?
Posted: 8/12/06 at 4:44pmDaphne doesn't always sound as scratchy and rough like she did on the RENT and Rocky Horror cast recordings. Those are rock scores, and on her albums she's singing rock music. She has a very diverse voice and I'm sure that while it will still be very much her own unique sound, I believe she's got a bit of a classical side that will really show through with this show.
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#20re: Scared about Mimi as Fantine?
Posted: 8/12/06 at 4:49pm
I have heard some REALLY bad Fantine's in the past (including the Australian chick on the Complete Cast Recording)
This role is different for Daphne, and to be honest I would have NO desire to see this production if she wasn't in it. I was a little miffed when I found out she was playing Fantine, because now I have to save up a crapload of money and fly to NYC to see it.
I love her and everything she does, and even if she sounds bad, she's still a joy to watch on stage. She was amazing in Rent, and I think she'll be amazing in this.
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#21re: Scared about Mimi as Fantine?
Posted: 8/12/06 at 6:11pm
"Mimi" is not playing Fantine, the actress Daphne Rubin-Vega is.
Thank goodness someone said it.
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BroadwayGirl107
Broadway Legend Joined: 8/26/03
#22re: Scared about Mimi as Fantine?
Posted: 8/12/06 at 6:27pmI think the choice to cast her in this role is so exciting. She's a wonderful actress, and I can't wait to see her take on the role. For me, it's the biggest thing to look forward to in this "revival."
#23re: Scared about Mimi as Fantine?
Posted: 8/12/06 at 6:34pm
Yes, actually I am. Not because of her ability, it's just that she is SOOOO very different from all the other Fantines. Plus I have never been a fan of hers.
OK, so:
Different = Scared
Sounds like you were raised just perfectly by American pop culture. We should fear anything that is unlike what we already know, before we even see it; rather than embrace and explore it once we have seen it. You must fit in perfectly with the Bush regime. Go into politics - you'll be a huge success.
"Winning a Tony this year is like winning Best Attendance in third grade: no one will care but the winner and their mom."
-Kad
"I have also met him in person, and I find him to be quite funny actually. Arrogant and often misinformed, but still funny."
-bjh2114 (on Michael Riedel)
Updated On: 8/12/06 at 06:34 PM
-Kad
"I have also met him in person, and I find him to be quite funny actually. Arrogant and often misinformed, but still funny."
-bjh2114 (on Michael Riedel)
#24re: Scared about Mimi as Fantine?
Posted: 8/12/06 at 6:36pm
"I love Daphne Rubin Vega. I wasn't dissing her. I was just shocked. It just is such a different style."
Do you expect her to sing rock music her whole career? Performers like to do different thigns because a(it gets boring if you just stay in one musical category b) they don't want to get stuck in one category. You wouldn't want someone to say,oh, they only do rock musicals."
Updated On: 8/12/06 at 06:36 PM
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