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Sunday in the Park at Studio 54 Possibly Arrives in Fall '07

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Sunday in the Park at Studio 54 Possibly Arrives in Fall '07

As per Playbill.com

"“Nothing is signed, sealed and delivered yet, but we are very much in advanced discussions to make that happen,” said Babani, who is the artistic director at Southwark’s Menier Chocolate Factory, where the acclaimed revival of Sondheim and Lapine’s 1984 musical opened in November 2005.

Asked if the New York production would retain Daniel Evans (George) and Jenna Russell (Dot) in the lead roles, Babani said, “That would be great. But there are so many factors involved. It would end up not really being our choice, more one of logistics and finance. But they (Evans and Russell) have certainly been discussed in a very positive way."


http://www.playbill.com/news/article/103395.html
#2

re: Sunday in the Park at Studio 54 Possibly Arrives in Fall '07

I actually think this is a very poor theatre choice. SITPWG requires a real traditional, rectangular proscenium to work best and Studio 54 has a much more square, not well defined, and endlessly tall ceilinged proscenium. If the painting looks taller than it is wide, it can't work effectively. But regardless, Im glad it may be transfering.
#8

re: Sunday in the Park at Studio 54 Possibly Arrives in Fall '07

Ooooh, I've never thought of d'Arcy or Pasquale (someone mentioned him in another thread).

But definitely Brescia as Dot/Marie. Jayne Paterson would also great, but Brescia's due for her big break and, sadly, now she's available.


Pasquale and Brescia. Magnificent.
Andrew, tonight isn't about you! It isn't even about me!!! - [FD]

Updated On: 11/9/06 at 12:56 PM

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re: Sunday in the Park at Studio 54 Possibly Arrives in Fall '07

If they re-cast for the Broadway transfer, I'd love to see Manoel Felciano as George. I know there are many nay-sayers, but I truly think he's perfect for the part. He performed a beautiful rendition of "Finishing the Hat" at his last gig, and it showcased how powerful his George would be. Neil Patrick Harris is also a good choice, though this is improbable, given his sitcom schedule. A big no to Michael Cerveris. He's a great actor, but completely wrong for the part. And I thought Melissa Errico was a fantastic Dot.

Regardless of the cast, though, the time is ripe for Sunday to be revived on Broadway. I'm thrilled!!
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re: Sunday in the Park at Studio 54 Possibly Arrives in Fall '07

Agreed. What Esparza did with George in DC was fantastic, and what he did with the second-act George was the only time I've seen second-act George become a real character that I truly connected with and cared about.

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