I would underestimate Queen Latifah at your peril. She has a track record in films and an Oscar nomination for a movie musical. She also can sing in a variety of formats.
At my peril?! That's rather an exaggeration, don't you think? I am aware of Queen Latifah's resume and her versatility, but again, as far as I know, nothing she has done so far indicates that she could play the kind of comedy or the kind of character required for Adelaide in GUYS AND DOLLS, even if we don't expect the new Adelaide to be much like the traditional ditzy blonde interpretation. Furthermore, though of course I don't know for sure, I can't imagine that she would WANT to play that kind of role.
If anything, I would say Queen Latifah would be far better cast as Sarah. The only way in which she doesn't fit that role is the soprano singing, but obviously, that could be dealt with by lowering the keys. |
