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So--who will replace Bernadette?
#175So--who will replace Bernadette?
Posted: 12/26/11 at 4:16amIt really is a shame. I wish she could get her voice back to what it once was. In N2N, she had pitch issues every time she tried to hit the "legit notes." Hopefully she can rehabilitate her voice. I'd definitely be interested in her take on Sally.
#176So--who will replace Bernadette?
Posted: 12/26/11 at 5:14am
Debra Byrne should be flown over pronto!
she is the best musical performer Australia has ever had (sorry Nancye Hayes - u are runner up)
I saw her perform the role of Sally in a Production Company production in Melbourne a few years back - she nailed the giddiness, frumpiness and frustration of the role. And she sang like an angel.
She has previously nailed these roles in Oz in the past, so you may get the picture/talent she exudes.
Grizabella - Cats
Fantine - Les Miz
Norma Desmond - Sunset Blvd
Bird Lady - Mary Poppins
The Carol Channing role in Thoroughly Modern Millie
and if you can track down an album she recored many years ago - you should hear here rendition of 'As long as he needs me' from "Oliver" it was heartbreaking and spine chilling.
henrikegerman
Broadway Legend Joined: 4/29/05
#177So--who will replace Bernadette?
Posted: 12/26/11 at 10:52am
Hopefully, Alice didn't permanently damage her voice during her tony acceptance speech.
But what about Alice as Phyllis and Emily as Sally?
Updated On: 12/26/11 at 10:52 AM
#178So--who will replace Bernadette?
Posted: 12/26/11 at 2:30pmDoes this mean Lora Lee Gayer (young Sally) has lost her job?
random person 112
Broadway Star Joined: 6/26/11
#179So--who will replace Bernadette?
Posted: 12/26/11 at 6:06pmDo anyone else think that Elaine Paige could possibly do sally.
#180So--who will replace Bernadette?
Posted: 12/26/11 at 6:27pm^ I've thought about that! If she has the soprano notes and can play vulnerable enough, I'd like to see that.
#181So--who will replace Bernadette?
Posted: 12/26/11 at 6:38pmI don't know. Elaine seems a little too edgy for Sally, in my opinion. But that's great if she can pull it off.
"I'm the swell swab on the poop deck."
#182So--who will replace Bernadette?
Posted: 12/26/11 at 6:46pm
Speaking of former Evitas, I hear Patti called Eric Schaeffer about replacing Bernadette, but he never called back.
But honestly, Paige could be brilliant or awful.
Updated On: 12/26/11 at 06:46 PM
henrikegerman
Broadway Legend Joined: 4/29/05
#183So--who will replace Bernadette?
Posted: 12/27/11 at 3:12pmI would love to see Ann-Margret as Carlotta.
#184So--who will replace Bernadette?
Posted: 12/27/11 at 4:41pmAnn-Margret would be GREAT! She's still sexy as hell and could pass as younger. Haven't hear her sing in a long time, but she'd act the hell out of it.
#185So--who will replace Bernadette?
Posted: 12/27/11 at 4:49pmWhen casting for DC, Ann-Marget was a twitter rumor. If she could sing it, she'd be an excellent choice. Though, I enjoy the more age appropriate Paige.
AngusN
Broadway Star Joined: 3/23/05
#186So--who will replace Bernadette?
Posted: 12/28/11 at 11:55amElaine Paige could NOT sing Sally. Have you heard any of her recent concerts? Eeeek, it's painful.
BroadwayFan12
Broadway Star Joined: 4/17/10
#187So--who will replace Bernadette?
Posted: 12/28/11 at 3:37pm
^Her voice is pretty damn amazing in Follies. I'm not sure if she has the range for Sally, though.
Updated On: 12/29/11 at 03:37 PM
TheHappyPhantom
Featured Actor Joined: 8/25/11
#188So--who will replace Bernadette?
Posted: 12/29/11 at 12:00amAlice Ripley would sound "Out of this world" in every negative way. Her voice was ragged when I saw her in NtN in L.A. and I don't want her butchering Sondheim's work. Her acting wasn't impressive either.
#189So--who will replace Bernadette?
Posted: 12/29/11 at 12:25am
Ripley was thrilling the night I saw her in NEXT TO NORMAL on Broadway, as others have said, it's a shame that she has damaged her instrument but her acting choices in that show were quite spectacular and made me think she'd make one hell of a Sally.
I can't imagine Elaine Paige as Sally at all, not only do I have zero interest in seeing her play that part, but when I think of her big roles (and obviously British audiences are probably more familiar with her range and roles she's played) I think of Eva Peron, Norma Desmond, Reeno Sweeney, Drowsy Chaperone (maybe not a big role since the show was such a bomb in London but it's a recent role at least), Mrs.Lovett, and now Carlotta...nothing in her resume suggests she could capture the fragility and complexity that makes for a great Sally.
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theeatah
Leading Actor Joined: 1/31/10
#190So--who will replace Bernadette?
Posted: 12/29/11 at 10:04amray-andallthatjazz86, you've left out Piaf.
#191So--who will replace Bernadette?
Posted: 12/29/11 at 10:41am
Perhaps Maria Friedman will go on NPR and announce herself for Sally again, as she did for the D.C. production.
Updated On: 12/29/11 at 10:41 AM
#192So--who will replace Bernadette?
Posted: 12/29/11 at 11:10amWhoever it is won't be as good...
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"THERE'S A SPECIAL KIND OF PEOPLE KNOWN AS SHOW PEOPLE... WE'RE BORN EVERY NIGHT AT HALF HOUR CALL!"--- CURTAINS
#193So--who will replace Bernadette?
Posted: 12/29/11 at 6:45pm
Auggie27, I think you are spot on!
My top pick for Sally is Rebecca Luker. I feel like playing a character like Sally would be good for getting her some good roles again, too. The world needs more Rebecca Luker on Broadway :)
And I really like your idea of Vanessa Williams if Jan Maxwell doesn't go.
Also, to whoever said that Norbert Leo Butz can play Buddy in a few years, I thought it was kind of funny because I checked and he's only 2 and 1/2 yrs younger than Danny Burstein. I think if you're a good enough actor, you can sell it in theatre even if your age isn't quite right. For example, look how well Danny made as believe he's a contemporary of the other leads...
TheHappyPhantom
Featured Actor Joined: 8/25/11
#194So--who will replace Bernadette?
Posted: 12/29/11 at 6:47pmVanessa Williams would be great! I've often thought she'd be a good replacement when the time came.
philcrosby
Broadway Legend Joined: 2/17/04
#195So--who will replace Bernadette?
Posted: 12/30/11 at 5:16pmKelli O'Hara would make a wonderful Sally, but is too young among the current cast. Goldie Hawn could do it for LA. And get Liza to sing I'm Still Here.
random person 112
Broadway Star Joined: 6/26/11
#196So--who will replace Bernadette?
Posted: 12/30/11 at 5:26pmRay in case you forget Paige is also the original grizabella in cats a role that demands fragility and vulnerability, and that Paige performed that role to great acclaim.
#197So--who will replace Bernadette?
Posted: 12/30/11 at 8:45pm
Alrighty....I know this suggestion might seem a little out of left field, but what about Marie Osmond as Sally. She's the right age, still looks great, can hit all the notes, and she's got this vibe about her that screams Sally to me.
Am I completely insane here or could this possibly be somewhat interesting?
#198So--who will replace Bernadette?
Posted: 12/30/11 at 8:55pm
Yes! I've mentioned Osmond a long time ago. Now that's how you cast a Sally. Probably the best suggestion in this thread.
Mazzie, Luker and the majority of the suggestions in this thread just seem so wrong to me.
Updated On: 12/30/11 at 08:55 PM
#199So--who will replace Bernadette?
Posted: 12/30/11 at 9:06pm
Phew! I'm so glad I wasn't met with a half dozen eggs getting thrown at my face!
Are we completely crazy? She does seem to have a certain Sally quality, right? I don't know what it is.
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