Rebecca - The Musical new clips

[philly03]

Posted: 12/30/14 at 12:28pm

The producers of the musical Rebecca have updated their website with new audio clips from the show, with hopes to produce the musical in the Fall of 2015. Earlier this year, Mark Hutton was sentenced to 34 months in prison on wire fraud charges related to the musical, which has been delayed since Fall of 2012. The original cast, pending schedule conflicts, are expected to return. They include Jill Paice, Ryan Silverman, Karen Mason and James Barbour.


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Clips are of Lisa O'Hare, Pia Douwes, Sierra Boggess and Julian Ovenden, who have played the roles in various workshops. Pia Douwes portrayed Mrs. Danvers in the Stuttgart production.


Rebecca - The Musical

[JankiH]

Posted: 12/30/14 at 3:28pm

Does anyone have the full lyrics to "Last Night I Dreamed of Manderlay", btw????

[jacobsnchz14]

Posted: 12/30/14 at 3:51pm

(Shyly looks away.) For those of us unfamiliar with some of the voices, does anyone know who is singing what in these clips?

[philly03]

Posted: 12/30/14 at 4:28pm

O'Hare is singing "Last night..."; she did the first English readings when the show was to debut in London (as "I") (she is or was in Gentleman's Guide); Pia Douwes is singing the Danvers tunes (She's Invincible, Rebecca - both of which are from readings nearly a decade ago and have different lyrics); Julian Ovenden (part of the reading with O'Hare in London) is singing Maxim's song "I'll Never Forget Her Smile."

"Free Now" is the song that was written for Sierra Boggess when the producers/creators were desperately seeking her for the role of "I," which is in no other version of the show in the world. Jill Paice sang it at Broadway in Bryant Park a few seasons ago, when she was picked (a much better actress for this role).

Updated On: 12/30/14 at 04:28 PM

[jonahke]

Posted: 12/30/14 at 5:11pm

Is there any chance Sierra will be back involved in this production? I really think you would be an amazing 'I'

[philly03]

Posted: 12/30/14 at 5:23pm

Maybe. I never got the impression Sierra really wanted to do the role (they were really pushing for her though) -- when she eventually she signed, she managed to bring her then-fiance (Tam Mutu) with her on board. With Jill Paice signed onto "An American in Paris," I'm not sure if she'd want to or be able to leave for a role like this, so I'm sure they'll be trying for Sierra again. As said, the "original cast" is still under contract, if they want to.

I personally think Ryan Silverman and Jill Paice are both terrific vocalist and great actors. Paice looks a lot like Joan Fontaine who played the role in the movie as well. Hopefully would be a break out role for her.

[Robbie2]

Posted: 12/30/14 at 5:37pm

Honestly, Karen Mason is all wrong for Mrs. Danvers...vocally and acting wise she just does not have it for the featured starring role as she is more of a cabaret performer (not to be taken the wrong way).
A Donna Murphy type actress is the vocal power and presence the show needs for this commanding role.
Btw, Pia Douwes is extraordinary as Mrs. Danvers!

Updated On: 12/30/14 at 05:37 PM

[evic]

Posted: 12/30/14 at 5:56pm

Pia Douwes is extraordinary in every role that she plays. She is currently Mrs. Wilkinson in Billy Elliot in Amsterdam. I hope Broadway audiences can experience her unique talents someday in a solid show. I know she was Velma for a short stint a few years ago, but her "Elizabeth" was thrilling. That one will never get to Broadway.

[DancingShadows]

Posted: 12/30/14 at 6:10pm

I don't know who this Maxim is, but it is not Julian Ovenden. His voice is completely different.

[philly03]

Posted: 12/30/14 at 7:14pm

Could it be Brent Barrett? I didn't think demo recordings were made of his sessions.

[DancingShadows]

Posted: 12/31/14 at 2:59am

No, it's definitely not Brent Barrett either!

[AHLiebross]

Posted: 1/1/15 at 4:02am

I met Brent Barrett last year when I heard him in a "Broadway Tenors" concert. His voice blew me away, and he's a VERY nice guy. I think he'd be perfect for Maxim, although I'm not sure they want a Maxim in his late fifties -- even a 45-year-old Maxim would still be an "older man" to the 20-something "I."

[sparepart973]

Posted: 1/1/15 at 5:28am

I'm mixed on Karen Mason. While I think she is very talented and with a great voice, I think she's slightly old to play the role. I think it would have been perfect if she played Danvers around her run in Sunset Boulevard when she was in her 30s.

Maxim could be in his 50s (Barrett looks slightly younger). I think he is meant to be quite older than "I", to be quite honest I think Ryan Silverman is probably too young for the role based on how it was written.

[emilyfaye48]

Posted: 1/1/15 at 12:17pm

Anyone else notice there is still a link on the website that says "Buy Tickets" that takes you to Telecharge? Awww

[Eurotrash]

Posted: 1/2/15 at 3:01am

40 and 25 are about the right ages for Maxim and I. otherwise an ick factor sets in. Hard to see anyone better suited than Julian Ovenden for Maxim. Agree that Mrs D needs a massive poperatic belt.

[Elfuhbuh]

Posted: 1/2/15 at 4:32am

If this ever does come to Broadway, I wish there was a way they could get Pia Douwes to be Mrs. Danvers again.

[Robbie2]

Posted: 1/2/15 at 6:01pm

I agree...PIA DOUWES is Mrs. Danvers!

[Phillypinto]

Posted: 7/2/15 at 1:05pm

Will this show ever come? I hope it does

[broadwayboy223]

Posted: 7/2/15 at 2:05pm

I just want an english cast recording. I think had the show not have such baggage it would've been successful. I believe the producers are aiming to still bring the show but in spite of recent failures (Dr. Zhivago which was not as bad as everyone said it was.) I fear it may follow the same path. It's been a huge success overseas though.

[broadwayboy223]

Posted: 7/2/15 at 2:19pm

https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Exclusive-Interview-REBECCA-Producer-Ben-Sprecher-Responds-to-Marc-Thibodeau-Talks-Musicals-Future-and-Why-He-Wont-Give-Up-20150513#

 

Latest update. It appears they are still aiming for a Broadway run. The sets have been in storage. 

Updated On: 7/2/15 at 02:19 PM

[Phillypinto]

Posted: 7/2/15 at 3:31pm

it seems like they still have things to sort out but I think they are getting close to coming in. 

[AHLiebross]

Posted: 7/2/15 at 11:18pm

"Rebecca" was either an English-language novel, or translated early on. When I studied mystery writing, my teacher kept holding "Rebecca" up as a novel that did a terrific job with atmosphere; she was, of course, referring to the English-language version. While "Rebecca" is very much a "chick flick" show, being female-oriented is NOT a liability for a Broadway musical -- can anyone honestly say that "The Phantom of the Opera," as envisioned by ALW and his book and lyric writers, is a horror story instead of a pure romance?

All the young, and not so young fangirls that attend "Phantom" and "Wicked" more than once are a natural audience for "Rebecca." In fact, the relationship between Maxim de Winter and "I" bears some resemblance to the Phantom's relationship with Christine, in that an older, flawed, highly charismatic man captures the attention of a young, innocent female. So, bring on "Rebecca" -- as one of those overgrown fangirls, I can't wait to see it.

Audrey

[Eurotrash]

Posted: 7/3/15 at 5:18am

This show would come in with a far better pedigree than Doc Z (which I'm not suggesting was bad). 

I'm not convinced that is Julian Ovenden singing Maxim, whoever it is, does a good job though, with 'I'll never forget her smile.' A few clunky lyrics to be ironed out, but great storytelling, probably the heart of the show.