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Kelli O'Hara Departs King and I on April 17th - Marin Mazzie to step in!

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#25Kelli Ohara Departs King and I on APRIL 17th
Posted: 2/16/16 at 12:31pm

Wow, such exciting news. Good for Marin.

billyelliotfan123
#26Kelli Ohara Departs King and I on APRIL 17th
Posted: 2/16/16 at 12:31pm

Will this be filmed for Live from Lincoln Center with her and Ken before their run ends or will they just film it with Marin?

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#27Kelli Ohara Departs King and I on APRIL 17th
Posted: 2/16/16 at 12:32pm

I can't wait to go back! Great casting!


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#28Kelli Ohara Departs King and I on APRIL 17th
Posted: 2/16/16 at 12:32pm

I remember reading from someone on here who said there was another actress who was offered the role and it was "inspired casting" but it fell through. Can someone tell me who was the actress being considered?


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#29Kelli Ohara Departs King and I on APRIL 17th
Posted: 2/16/16 at 12:34pm

billyelliotfan123 said: "Will this be filmed for Live from Lincoln Center with her and Ken before their run ends or will they just film it with Marin?"

I would assume IF they're filming it, that they'd choose Kelli over Marin just because she originated the role in this production. I'd hope they would announce this soon though!

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#30Kelli Ohara Departs King and I on APRIL 17th
Posted: 2/16/16 at 12:37pm

tazber said: "Just pointing out an off-putting habit you have.

 

Well I am sorry you feel I was chastising the original poster. I guess sometimes we as individuals tend to interpret the intention(s) of the writer when reading something that is written. That happens a lot with texting.

 

I honestly did not mean to come off as chastising anyone. It was a suggestion as I am in no position to tell anyone what to do.

 

I will be more mindful on how I word my posts in the future.

 

I can surely put myself in your shoes and read my post  and see how it could be misconstrued as coming off as chastising.

 

But I assure you that was not my intention. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


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Updated On: 2/16/16 at 12:37 PM

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#31Kelli Ohara Departs King and I on APRIL 17th
Posted: 2/16/16 at 1:02pm

it is my understanding they will be filming live from lincoln center with both ken and kelli

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#32Kelli Ohara Departs King and I on APRIL 17th
Posted: 2/16/16 at 1:15pm

My question is who is going to play the role of Anna between Kelli leaving and Marin taking over the role?

neonlightsxo
#33Kelli Ohara Departs King and I on APRIL 17th
Posted: 2/16/16 at 1:18pm

Analisa Leaming.

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#34Kelli Ohara Departs King and I on APRIL 17th
Posted: 2/16/16 at 1:21pm

I doubt she will be doing a full 8 a week especially after recovering from cancer. My guess is she will not do matinees.


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neonlightsxo
#35Kelli Ohara Departs King and I on APRIL 17th
Posted: 2/16/16 at 1:22pm

Roxy, don't make assumptions about anyone's health, jesus Christ.

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#36Kelli Ohara Departs King and I on APRIL 17th
Posted: 2/16/16 at 1:25pm

Awwww....bummer: I'll miss her by just a week or two.  What wonderful news!


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#37Kelli O'Hara to depart King and I April 17, Marin Mazzie joins cast May 3
Posted: 2/16/16 at 1:25pm

This is exciting news. I was considering seeing this in June and while a little sad I wouldn't be able to see Kelli, I love Marin so I'll still be considering it.


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#38Kelli Ohara Departs King and I on APRIL 17th
Posted: 2/16/16 at 1:27pm

No you are a bundle of energy after undergoing chemo. For the records, I had 8 weeks of radiation years ago for early stage prostate cancer. Until you have done this, I would suggest you refrain from playing doctor. I was just making a guess & not a statement of fact. You therefore felt it necessary to jump all over me. Time will tell. I hope she is strong enough to do it

 

Lighten up pal.


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#39Kelli Ohara Departs King and I on APRIL 17th
Posted: 2/16/16 at 1:36pm

When they filmed South Pacific, I seem to remember that Kelli had already left (due to pregnancy) but came back for the recording...

With all due respects to the fabulous Marin, Kelli won the Tony for the role and it should be her.

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#40Kelli Ohara Departs King and I on APRIL 17th
Posted: 2/16/16 at 1:36pm

Mr. Roxy with all due respects none of us know what arrangements are being made for Marin Mazzie, if any. To that end we should not make assumptions regarding her schedule and what she is able/not able to do. 

 

 


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#41Kelli Ohara Departs King and I on APRIL 17th
Posted: 2/16/16 at 1:38pm

Over the moon for her. What a treasure she is—I'm so happy to be witness to her recovery. Kelli will always be Kelli, but Mazzie will be extraordinary.

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#42Kelli Ohara Departs King and I on APRIL 17th
Posted: 2/16/16 at 1:40pm

I will have to pay this show another visit once Marin Mazzie has settled in. I am sure she will be nothing short of amazing in this role. 

 

 


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#43Kelli Ohara Departs King and I on APRIL 17th
Posted: 2/16/16 at 1:45pm

Don't you guys think she is a bit old for the role?

The 'I' is meant to be a school teacher, not a governess!?!?!?

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#44Kelli Ohara Departs King and I on APRIL 17th
Posted: 2/16/16 at 1:46pm

It was a guess nothing more or less. I hope she is able to do 8. Even healthy performers now opt not to do matinees if a role is taxing such as this is

 

What I should have expected was neo shooting from the hip. Next time he is proved wrong about something, I will be sure to point it out. Let us let this aspect of the discussion be ended until word is out.


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#45Kelli O'Hara to depart King and I April 17, Marin Mazzie joins cast May 3
Posted: 2/16/16 at 1:52pm

Phantom of London said: "Don't you guys think she is a bit old for the role? The 'I' is meant to be a school teacher, not a governess!?!?!?"

 

In my mind Anna Leonowens should be around middle-aged, I thought Kelli seemed kind of young to me. Gertrude Lawrence was 53 when she played the character.


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#46Kelli O'Hara to depart King and I April 17, Marin Mazzie joins cast May 3
Posted: 2/16/16 at 2:00pm

Wonderful news!!! Kelli was fabulous and I'm sure Marin will be too.

Updated On: 2/16/16 at 02:00 PM

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#47Kelli O'Hara to depart King and I April 17, Marin Mazzie joins cast May 3
Posted: 2/16/16 at 2:04pm

Marin is not too old for the role, as was already pointed out Gertrude Lawrence was 55 when she played the role. Irene Dunne was 48 when she played the role in the non-musical "Anna and the King of Siam".

 

Deborah Kerr was 34 when she played the role in the film version. 

 

Mazzie looks great for her age and she will be just fine in the role.

 


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#48Kelli O'Hara to depart King and I April 17, Marin Mazzie joins cast May 3
Posted: 2/16/16 at 2:21pm

This is really an INSPIRED choice, I'm so extremely happy to see Marin back on Broadway in such a terrific role and production.

jenn3258
#49Kelli O'Hara to depart King and I April 17, Marin Mazzie joins cast May 3
Posted: 2/16/16 at 3:12pm

I am pleased that Marin Mazzie will be joining the cast, but I really hope that PBS will film Kelli and Ken's final performance on Broadway.


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