Sebastian Arcelus to Succeed Daniel Reichard in Jersey Boys — Page 3

I didn't really have any problems with him except that he was pitchy - but in a leading role that sings 90% of the show, that's not something I can ignore. He didn't have much stage presence, but it was his first show and I expect he'll grow more comfortable. I hope the lack of tune was a result of nerves. Acting wise, he kind of reminded me of Jarrod Spector back when he was the alternate, so hopefully he'll grow in the same awesome way.

Jarrod. I want you. Deven and Andrew Rannells (or Erich) and Michael Ingersoll can come for the party too. Then get Joe Siravo and put Michael Longoria back as Joey and the cast would be pretty perfect.

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thanks 'its just showbiz', i didn't think he would skip a show but then again, the person looked awfully similar in the dark!

i wouldn't worry too much about cory (though i think travis was a better frankie, imo), it was his first show and i felt that he was very nervous, especially when he first came out. the average theatergoer, i doubt would even catchy the pitchy notes, or rather, the group i was with didn't. he'll improve, i'm sure.

i understand it doesn't excuse it, but i'm just saying i don't think that it's fair to rip him up over his first performance. i feel he has a lot of potential to improve and i look foward to seeing him again.

She's not "ripping him up", she's telling what she thinks. She doesn't have to say it was fantastic if she doesn't think so.

Wishing Sebastian a great last day with WICKED (hope Steph can join him!) and a great run in JB :)

when i said 'rip' i was using it lightly, okay. but more in regards to your comment when you said, "Cory is inexcusably pitchy," with no back up. i understand it's your opinion and hey, it's true. but it just seemed a bit cold to me. =]

BTW, Daniel's last show is the 9th--asked the man himself yesterday.

and finally some OFFICIAL news about his replacement in WICKED

Derrick until the 6th
David from 8th on...

derrick and david as fiyero

I don't remember where I saw him - either on Broadway or on tour - but he was pretty good. Nothing too spectacular.