The Music Man should do the right thing and postpone/cancel the run now — Page 8

I like Jackman okay without grasping the rabid Broadway obsession with him (part of me worries it's because he's the rare really masculine man playing musical theater leads), but he seems as wrong for Harold Hill as anything. One, he's too imposing physically for someone who's really a wordsmith. Now I think he would make a very good (if not vocally completely apt) Billy Bigelow. I think he could probably play any of the roles that John Raitt originated. He might, in his youth, have made a great Tony or Riff, depending on his dance skills (and what sort of choreography might be employed). I wonder if he'd make a good George (as in Sunday in the Park with). Possibly a Sweeney Todd (easily an Anthony in his youth)? I just can't see him as Hill.

How sweet of them to ask if everyone is available for those new dates!

Checked mine and they changed from Dec. 10 to July 8. Same exact seats and day of week, but I generally prefer traveling during cooler months, so I may have to look into switching them. Good sleuthing!

joevitus said: "I like Jackman okay without grasping the rabid Broadway obsession with him (part of me worries it's because he's the rare really masculine man playingmusical theater leads), but he seems as wrong for Harold Hill as anything. One, he's too imposing physically for someone who's really a wordsmith. NowI think hewould makea very good (if not vocally completely apt) Billy Bigelow. I think he could probably play any of the roles that John Raitt originated. He might, in his youth, have made a great Tony or Riff, depending on his dance skills (and what sort of choreography might be employed). I wonder if he'd make a good George (as in Sunday in the Park with). Possibly a Sweeney Todd (easily an Anthony in his youth)?I just can't see him as Hill."

I appreciate your comments. But Hugh has always surprised people even in his film choices. One example is how he moved from Les Miserables to Prisoners ( from a saintly person to a ravaging father)...then from Logan to Greatest Showman ( an aging Wolverine to a showbiz impresario)...now he has stumped people with his topnotch portrayal of a dishonest man under the veneer of a beloved educator in Bad Education. If the Ferrari project happens, he is going to portray a man known for his ambition and temperament but confronted by tragedy ( on track and in his family).

It's called range ...and to add to that, Jackman has charisma either before the camera or on stage.

Re having the impression of manliness -- director James Mangold( Logan/others) has once said that Hugh has this " incredible masculinity" - which could work to a disadvantage when he looks at roles that are not typical of his film persona. But what is interesting is that he takes on many different roles and usually comes out pleasing critics and audiences. Btw, Patrick Stewart once suggested to Hugh that they do a revival of Sweeney Todd together- he will play Judge Turpin and Hugh will be Sweeney. He's actually only an Oscar short ( he did get a nomination for Les Miserables) towards an EGOT.

Updated On: 6/23/20 at 09:25 PM

This show will not play in Spring 2021. Certainly not to full houses. If you can get your money back now, I'd do it. Singing is the best way to spread coronavirus. I don't expect Broadway theaters to be open until Fall 2022. Honestly.

jo said: "Speed said: "This show will not play in Spring 2021. Certainly not to full houses. If you can get your money back now, I'd do it. Singing is the best way to spread coronavirus. I don't expect Broadway theaters to be open until Fall 2022. Honestly."



Makes sense!

Telecharge is supposed to haverebookedseats side by side, as early as April. It is likely that when Phase 4 for NY opens, there may still be physical distancing requirements.

And what about the risks to performers and crew?
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Governor Cuomo had a press conference today and released updated guidelines for Phase 4 reopening. They are allowing "low risk indoor arts & entertainment" to open with certain criteria as well as Media Production outlines as well. I would think that any promotional work such as photo shoots, marketing etc may fall under the Media guidelines as well as the decision of Broadway League and Actor's Equity. The current guidelines for those categories for New York's Phase 4 can be found here: https://forward.ny.gov/phase-four-industries

They changed my date to June 9, 2021. That is way to far in advance for me and I don't even know what's going to happen at that time so I requested a refund. If anyone goes into the link where it says to change the date, you can ask for a refund of your tickets. I hope to get it soon.