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Stroman/Kander's BEAST IN THE JUNGLE to become a film, with Frank Langella

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Stroman/Kander's BEAST IN THE JUNGLE to become a film, with Frank Langella

https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Frank-Langella-Will-Lead-THE-BEAST-IN-THE-JUNGLE-Film-Directed-by-Susan-Stroman-20210221

For those who don't know: this was a "dance play" that had its premier at Vineyard a few years back. It was essentially a play (no singing) that made heavy use of dance as a storytelling device, along with an incidental score by John Kander.

It was one of my absolute favorite shows of that season. But it was horribly underrated IMO. I really thought it was a great candidate for a a Broadway transfer, but apparently I was the only one. Reception was pretty tepid, and it was quickly forgotten.

On one hand, I’m delighted that the material is getting a future life. But I also have a hard time imagining this translating to film. Especially since Susan Stroman’s last cinematic effort has been widely criticized for being too stagey.

Also, I understand that Frank Langella is a much more famous actor than Peter Friedman, but Friedman was extraordinary in this role, and I wish he could've reprised it. I also think Friedman is just a superior actor to Langella in general.

Updated On: 2/21/21 at 06:50 PM

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Stroman/Kander's BEAST IN THE JUNGLE to become a film, with Frank Langella

God, I loved this show. Being the front row and being able to absorb the most gorgeous music and dance I have seen in years was such an incredible gift. As the narrator spoke, I thought to myself "Frank Langella would be incredible in this." Wow. I cannot wait!

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Stroman/Kander's BEAST IN THE JUNGLE to become a film, with Frank Langella

Sutton Ross said: "God, I loved this show. Being the front row and being able to absorb the most gorgeous music and dance I have seen in years was such an incredible gift. As the narrator spoke, I thought to myself "Frank Langellawould be incredible in this." Wow. I cannot wait!"



I was in the front row as well! So magical!

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