A recent report shared that Disney Theatricals is working on developing Tangled for the stage. Now, with Disney Theatricals, Broadway is not always their goal. Many times they work to create shows that can be licensed for schools and local theaters across the country. (cough cough where the real money is cough). However, I’m a tried and true theater queen who, when I hear of a possible show coming to the stage, I must put together my dream cast or I’ll self-combust like that bird when Sutton Foster sings to it.
- Rapunzel – Julia Lester has staked her claim on Broadway in a big way. As Red Riding Hood in the most recent Broadway revival of Into the Woods, Lester earned herself a Tony nomination. Along with her work on High School Musical: The Musical – The Series, she’s a Broadway baby. Her ability to bring the role to life with the perfect amount of grit, heart, and physicality? Well, in the words of Mo’Nique, I would like to see it.
- Flynn Rider – As a relative newcomer to the Broadway scene, Colton Ryan led New York, New York as a “non-name” with such strength and skill that he earned himself a Tony Award nomination. He has the right amount of swagger and sass to bring Flynn to life on stage. I can also imagine a newly written solo being sung so beautifully by Ryan as he dons the satchel. Also, he looks stunningly like the character. Hey, it doesn't hurt.
- Mother Gothel – Now, Donna Murphy is an obvious (and wanted) choice. The two-time Tony Award winner would not only kill the part in real life, but it remains a thrill to see true pinnacles of the American theater on stage. Donna Murphy is Broadway. Yet, you know who else is a true cornerstone of modern theater and would absolutely demolish as Mother Gothel? Carolee. Carmello. She is a true theater fan’s icon. She’s a three-time Tony Award nominee with such a distinct belt that is instantly recognizable. I just think about her doing “Mother Knows Best (Reprise)” and I cry at the power.
In typical Disney Theatricals fashion, I cannot wait to see what the new show will bring!
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