Rendering on theatre (2)

The article published on the website artsbeat.blogs.nytimes.com on the 19th of March, 2013 is headlined “New ‘Guy,’ New ‘Girl’ Joining ‘Once”. It was written by Patricia Cohen.

 The article reports at length that the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical “Once” is having a cast makeover. Sunday will mark the last scheduled appearance of the show’s Tony-winning star, Steeve Kazze and his colleagues Elizabeth A. Davis and Will Connolly.

There is a lot of comment on casting actors for parts. Ben Hope, Mr. Kazee’s understudy as the Dublin street musican called simply “Guy,” will take over full time. “Girl” (Ms. Milioti’s role) will be played by Laura Dreyfuss, who appeared in the Broadway revival and national tour of “Hair.” Carlos Valdes will succeed Mr. Connolly as Andrej and Claire Wellin will play Reza, Ms. Davis’s part.

As it turns out, Mr. Kazee has been absent from the stage since Feb. 6 when he went on leave for vocal rest. (Mr. Hope has been in the role during that time.) A spokeswoman for the show said on Tuesday that it was still unclear whether Mr. Kazee would be able to appear again before the official turnover on Monday.

Analyzing the situation, it is necessary to emphasize that  “Once” is based on a 2007 film about the relationship between an Irish musician and a Czech immigrant. Moreover, the show, featuring songs by Marketa Irglova and Glen Hansard, won eight Tony awards in 2012.

As for me, I think such projects should be created. It’s not only a wonderful experience for the actors but it’s a good entertainment for public, much better than various reality shows and soap operas.