The Tale begins!
Happy Belated 4th of July everyone!
It's only fitting I celebrate the birth of our nation in 1776 by with the birth of rehearsals for my new Broadway show A Tale of Two Cities, which takes place at that time in history (I even get to mention George Washington in the show :).
Rehearsals are going well. It's a massive show with a massive cast of characters and a massive cast of actors (I think we're close to 40!). And we have such a short rehearsal process--only 4 weeks and then tech in the Hirschfeld!!!
Jill Santoriello has written a wonderful adaptation of Dickens' novel, balancing an epic story with a gorgeous score. Warren Carlysle, our director choreographer, is simply amazing, and Kevin Stites our MD is ever an inspiration and master of music. (It's my third Broadway show with Kevin--I consider myself a lucky man.)
And ladies beware! I can't think of stronger cast of male voices I've ever worked with: Gregg Edeleman, James Barbour, Kevin Earley, Nick Wyman...and those are only the fellas I've heard sing so far!
Stay tuned...I'll keep you guys posted on all the fun stuff. Like Oh! The costume fitting I had yesterday--thrilling!! David Zinn has designed some magnificent clothes . I can't wait to see them (and wear them) finished!
posted by Aaron Lazar @ 5:09 PM
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Aaron, I can't wait to hear this! Though I won't get to see it since I live on the West Coast but I'm excited for you!
Have a great rest of rehearsals!
Ooh, good, I'm glad you blogged about it-- I was so excited to hear you're originating a role (it's about time!), and I was getting itchy waiting to hear from you about it!!
It's such a wonderful story, and the production got rave reviews in Sarasota, right? I'm glad and relieved to hear how pleased you are with the score, too-- I'd heard mixed reviews on it, but I trust your taste!
Gosh, now I'll just have to find time (and money!) to come see you. SO excited, it will be my first time seeing you live, and I've been such a huge fan of yours! Please, keep us updated!!
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