All That Chat - Major error in Variety's "A Delicate Balance" Review

HOME ALL THAT CHAT ATC WEST COAST SHOPPIN' RUSH BOARD FAQS

LOGIN REGISTER SEARCH THREADED MODE

not logged in

Threaded Order | Chronological Order

Major error in Variety's "A Delicate Balance" Review

Posted by:	bobby2 04:11 am EST 11/21/14

Wow, don't they check their facts regarding the original production? Marian Seldes originated Claire? Um no.
Link	http://variety.com/2014/legit/reviews/broadway-review-a-delicate-balance-with-glenn-close-and-john-lithgow-1201361571/

reply to this message \|

The Seldes persona

Posted by:	Delvino 06:55 am EST 11/21/14
In reply to:	Major error in Variety's "A Delicate Balance" Review - bobby2 04:11 am EST 11/21/14

It is major, and maybe -- and I'm not defending the error whatsoever -- understandable. It's hard to look at the larger-than-life Seldes we all grew to know in the decades since and picture her as the still unformed, neurotic Julia. Her presence and sophistication suggest anyone else in the play (her take on Agnes might've been glorious). So it's a big mistake, but even now, the casting is fascinating. Seldes seldom played the "Julias" of the world. How wonderful that she was honored for it.

reply to this message \|

All That Chat is intended for the discussion of theatre news and opinion
subject to the terms and conditions of the Terms of Service. (Please take all off-topic discussion to private email.)