#the point is that ben platt is a good singer and actor in roles that he deserves

[roseworth]

it’s so hard being a theatre kid and trying to explain that ben platt is genuinely so talented and he was great in dear evan hansen on broadway but he was nepo babied into the role in the movie when he did not deserve it and now that’s how people know his name

[malspinningyarns]

Ok, I can’t believe I’m getting excited about Wicked after 10 years, but I’ve been hit with casting inspiration for the movie.

First off: David Alan Grier as the Wizard.

I think this this is one of my more inspired ideas. Can you imagine? It’s not the most immediate choice (like Original Joel Gray or Martin Short) but he’d be wonderful (pun totally intended). He can act, he can sing, he can dance. He’s the right age. He’s funny. Having a black man play the Wizard can add an extra layer of depth. It’s an all-around good choice.

Fiyero: a couple of options

There are many ways Fiyero can go. I don’t know why one of my first thoughts was of Harry Styles. He definitely has the charisma of a Fiyero. Voice? Probably if pop-y. Acting? I don’t know. It’s a very Hollywood choice though. I don’t know if Henry Golding can sing, but acting and appearance wise not a bad choice. Aaron Tveit played the role on Broadway and would be very good though he is pushing 40. Then I was struck by inspiration: what about Taron Egerton? He’s around the same age as Cynthia and Ari. Very strong singer. Has the looks and the charisma. And is a good actor.

Boq

I think there is a high chance Ben Platt will get the role. His dad is one of the producers. I thought he had played the roll before, apparently he hasn’t? It’s possible they’d pick an unknown for the role or a little-known actor. I think Harvey Guillén from What We Do In the Shadows would be a good choice though.

Nessarose: there is only one choice here

Ali Stroker! An actual wheelchair user for Nessarose! But doesn’t she stand up at some point you may be asking yourself? It’s a movie! It’s a lot more possible to do this on film through movie magic than it is on stage.

Madame Morrible: a million choices

Pick an older character actress. Any older character actress. They’d all do great. Carol Kane? She’s played the role many times. Miriam Margolyes? Same. Andrea Martin? Fantastic. Catherine O’Hara? Great. Chita Rivera? Why not!

Doctor Dillamond: Just don’t pick James Corden

I used to like James Corden, but he’s been in too many movie musicals. “Something Bad” is the worst song in the show. They’re filming it in London. Just give it to like Rob Brydon or something.

If any of these end up right, I deserve a cookie. If most of them are right, I deserve a casting credit.

[enthusiasticmusicalquotes]

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thanks!

27. Matilda or Groundhog Day? I can’t scream loud enough by how underwhelmed I was by Matilda and how much I fucking adored Groundhog Day so I pick ghd

28. Historical event that should be made into a musical? i spent awhile thinking about this question, I think a cool musical could be about jewish people who created iconic comic book characters like Superman, Captain America, Spiderman, etc. and paralleling it with the characters in their reincarnations today (sorry this got a lil specific)

29. What non-Broadway singer/actor would you love to see in a Broadway show, and which role would you like them to play? literally all my faves have been on broadway or in theatre at one point or another so i don’t know how to answer this question sorrrryyy

30. If you read fanfic, what’s your favorite fanfic about characters from musical theatre? i don’t really read too much theatre fic but i remember this one on ao3 i read a little of that i liked. it was about the Groundhog Day after the one from the show, and how Phil’s scared about waking up the next day etc. it was this one 

(i’ve found most theatre fic can be iffy after seeing a Natalie/Gabe incest fic and fics that ship founding fathers and other Hamilton characters together and that’s just…not for me. 

31. Dream cast your favorite musical. ok - i don’t know vocal ranges and stuff like that, so I don’t know if these actors could actually play these characters. if this was a perfect world where anyone could play anything: i don’t know if she has the voice to play the role full time but i would kill to hear Idina sing “I Miss the Mountains” and maybe even play the role (otherwise, maybe Audra or Jenn Colella? i’d be happy with any…), Ben Platt would probably make a good Henry (but it would be interesting to see him as Gabe…), if they aren’t too old maybe Eva Noblezada or Denee Benton as Natalie…Andy Karl or Leslie Odom Jr. for Dan…Andrew Rannells for Dr. Madden/Fine…and either keep Aaron Tveit as Gabe or Chris McCarrell (which he’s already played before I believe)

basically any combination of those plus any other actors tbh i would l o v  e (i spent too much time on this question ahhh)

32. Set design or lighting design? both are crucial but set design

33. Favorite empowerment-themed Broadway song? maybe “Seize the Day” or “Defying Gravity”

[waffleshausrx]

HOW did I just come across the musical amazingness that is Dear Evan Hansen. Ughhh, Ben Platt is an amazing actor/singer. I can’t believe he was being cast as a goofy sidekick and had to go through such crap roles like in Pitch Perfect. Thank goodness he finally found his spotlight because holy crap is he talented!

Also, the soundtrack is amazing. Definitely a broadway show I want to see at some point!