Theatre Communications Group

MacBird!

jubilation t cornpone

Yes, they are a dream to work with, I never watch NBC or their news and lo and behold, their on and I'm there, what timing! I would watch more TV if more programs like that where on.

let's bring back MacHomer.
Peace,
Robert

Ideally, yes, one should always cast the appropriate actor for any given part. But how many times has a straight person played a gay person and vice versa? An American played a Brit? An Australian played an American? Are you telling me there weren't actors available from those pools to draw from? Of course not, but the director picked the ... Read Moreperson they thought was right for the part, and who who had the right chemistry with the rest of the cast. Just as the most qualified applicant doesn't always get the job. There are other factors to weigh.

I think the whole point of an argument here is pointless. there are several things to keep in mind here, firstly, does the directorial staff have the knowledge and understanding it would take to make sure said blind/deaf person had all the tools needed in order to efficiently learn their lines and blocking. Secondly, in this economy, can they ... Read Moreafford the extra staff it would take. Thirdly, what are Equities' rules on this, I don't know personally, but with rules that require a chiropractor in the wings of every rehearsal and performance when there is a rake higher than three inches, there's bound to be a knot. When we are talking big show, and shrinking broadway budgets, practicality must be at the forefront of our minds. I agree with Cindy Wagner, why not offer their services and and advice rather than protest? A revival of a show like "Helen Keller" by nature is trying to assist the cause. And one could argue, by having an actress who does not live as Helen did, she is having to learn and grow as a person, and try to find a way to connect, her story may influence and help teach many others who wish to learn more.

shut. up. end of the world or has hell frozen over??