For many years the theater community wondered why Tony Award winning actress Patti LuPone had never been cast as Mama Rose in the various revivals of the legendary musical GYPSY. It seemed like this big-voiced diva was so very right for this part in so many ways: vocally, dramatically and physically. Finally, the part and the actress were brought together at Ravinia's Music Festival and the results surpassed expectations. The three performances that were given at this open air venue will not soon be forgotten by anyone in attendance.
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