It's official! Despite adamant claims that he would never return to the role (or acting) again, John Cameron Mitchell is returning to Hedwig and the Angry Inch! Mitchell co-created the musical with Stephen Trask, and starred in the original Off-Broadway production as well as the film version (for which he received a Golden Globe nomination).
Current Hedwig Michael C. Hall will finish his extended run in the Broadway hit on January 18th. Mitchell will then take the stage beginning January 21st for a limited 8 week run. Tony winner Lena Hall remains with the show as Yitzhak.
Hedwig was without a doubt one of my favorite Broadway experiences ever. I'm of the mind it should be required viewing for all New Yorkers, and really all theatre fans everywhere. I cant wait to make a return trip to see the original star. Cue theatre queens calling for a "best replacement" Tony category again.
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In other news: The latest rumor circulating Broadway is that the Williamstown Theatre Festival cast of Kander & Ebb's The Visit has been privately contacted regarding availability for a spring Broadway bow. Book writer Terrence McNally has been reportedly using the success of his recent It's Only a Play to convince the Shuberts to give The Visit a shot in New York. And star Chita Rivera has been adamant for some time about recreating her role for Broadway.
Theatres being looked at supposedly include the Longacre and Helen Hayes (though Second Stage still has first option on the Hayes after Rock of Ages closes shop in January). The stage at the Longacre is probably a better fit for the massive two-tiered set from Williamstown.
Whatever theatre is chosen, one original cast member will have to sit this one out. Judy Kuhn is currently involved with the Broadway transfer of Fun Home, last season's hit Off-Broadway musical.
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