Sydney Lucas Tony Buzz- Page 2

[RingOfKeys2]

Posted: 6/1/15 at 4:17am

I'm really pulling for Sydney Lucas. I have never been more impressed with a performance given by a child actor (on stage or film for that matter). While her age is certainly a leading reason of why I am so impressed, I believe she holds her own and even outshines her fellow adult nominees. THAT BEING SAID, I think a large amount of credit for Lucas' compelling performance should be given to Fun Home's creators. The character of Small Allison is much more developed than Helen....which, in my opinion, is why Judy Kuhn is giving a less Tony worthy performance. It's not that Kuhn isn't just as good in the show as Lucas.....because I thought she was fantastic.....it's that Sydney Lucas is the one you (or at least I, speaking for myself) cannot stop thinking about a month after you see the show. Therefore I think she should win. Honestly I think her and Michael Cerveris are the heart of the show. When they do the airplane move in the first scene I lost it. 

Updated On: 6/1/15 at 04:17 AM

[indytallguy]

Posted: 6/1/15 at 6:50am

"I felt nothing for Kuhn's performance at the Public and even less on Broadway, though I will admit she absolutely brings the house down with "Days and Days." However, to me, the song feels unearned. I think Helen is a mostly background character, not given her proper due throughout the show to be given such a big, show-stopping number. For the record, this is a slight against the way the character is presented, not Kuhn, who does well with the material she's given. Do I think it deserves a Tony nom? Nah. But what Sydney Lucas has done with Small Alison, absolutely. But, it's also a more "shine-worthy" role which Lucas has completely crushed and made her own."

 I think this is the point thought that makes Days and Days work so well: how did she end up in this place where she has been pushed into the background of her very own life, having to manage the mess Bruce causes and keep her family afloat? For me, Kuhn very intentionally works her more limited time on stage prior to Days and Days to make this characterization become evident and crushing during that number.

[singtopher]

Posted: 6/1/15 at 7:26am

Whatever happens Sunday, I'd be willing to bet good money Sydney will be playing Mary in the upcoming Secret Garden concert next Winter.  

[South Florida]

Posted: 6/1/15 at 8:53am

I couldn't separate the three of them in FH.  Great job ladies.

[Bilbo3]

Posted: 6/1/15 at 10:03am

I would rather see Judy Kuhn or Ruthie Ann Miles win.

[tazber]

Posted: 6/1/15 at 10:06am

I believe it's between Miles and Lucas.

I'm giving the edge to Lucas.

And while no one is talking about Skeggs, I thought she was the best of the Alisons.

 

[dramamama611]

Posted: 6/1/15 at 10:08am

I had the opposite reaction to Skeggs - but in no way thought she was bad.  I will say, when I saw the show only a few weeks later, she had definitely grown on me.

 

 

 

[NJ_BroadwayGirl]

Posted: 6/1/15 at 10:14am

As far as promotional items, appearances and press, Sydney Lucas is everywhere! I know the "Allisons" are the main force of Fun Home so it makes sense, but I have barely heard Judy Kuhn's name. It feels like there is a real Tony campaign on for Sydney.

From what I saw in the show, every nominee is stellar, but I'd have to go with Sydney.

[Bilbo3]

Posted: 6/1/15 at 10:14am

And while no one is talking about Skeggs, I thought she was the best of the Alisons.

 

To be honest, I think her nomination was more of a bandwagon nomination. 

Updated On: 6/1/15 at 10:14 AM

[neonlightsxo]

Posted: 6/1/15 at 1:00pm

I will very surprised if Sydney does not win the Tony.

[doodlenyc]

Posted: 6/1/15 at 1:06pm

I'm surprised Judy's acting throughout the piece didnt register with everyone. Her seething in the background while putting on a strained happy face was as big a performance as anyone else's...then when she finally let's it all escape, wow.

Lucas, was stunning. The award should go to either of them. I can't choose.

[South Florida]

Posted: 6/1/15 at 7:53pm

My stepdaughter says Emily Skeggs wins for best eyeliner.