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Post by christya on May 24, 2022 11:39:10 GMT
Oh, fantastic, I might go and see it now!
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Post by cezbear on May 24, 2022 11:55:52 GMT
Are they likely to dig out a new name/stunt cast to try and pacify those who had booked for GC, do we think? I'd have thought they would if they're sensible, but if they were sensible they wouldn't have cast her in the first place...!
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Post by Being Alive on May 24, 2022 12:06:25 GMT
100% will be a stunt cast. Maybe Sinitta will extend
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Post by stuart on May 24, 2022 12:07:00 GMT
I love how they cite her “travelling across the country” as being an issue for her knee when she completed her own solo UK Tour a few weeks ago (which probably would’ve been a more gruelling schedule than 1 travelling day each week).
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Post by richey on May 24, 2022 12:09:05 GMT
Are they likely to dig out a new name/stunt cast to try and pacify those who had booked for GC, do we think? I'd have thought they would if they're sensible, but if they were sensible they wouldn't have cast her in the first place...! Not much notice given she was due to start next week! |
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Post by cezbear on May 24, 2022 12:09:09 GMT
100% will be a stunt cast. Maybe Sinitta will extend Genuine question, but do people book on the strength of Sinitta's name? I wouldn't have thought so but what do I know. I book on the promise of no stunt casts... |
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Post by xanady on May 24, 2022 12:10:12 GMT
Scarlett Moffat?
Somebody from Gogglebox or Love Island?
Katie Price?
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Post by anthony40 on May 24, 2022 12:26:31 GMT
Gemma Collins has pulled out of Chicago due to an injury ... (Call me cynical, but) I hate to say it....... |
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Post by Seriously on May 24, 2022 12:33:51 GMT
I'd be happy with Kim Woodburn.
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Post by princeton on May 24, 2022 12:35:09 GMT
Though not in so much pain that she couldn't walk around the Chelsea Flower Show or go the launch of her new clothing line yesterday.
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Post by cezbear on May 24, 2022 12:36:05 GMT
I'd be happy with Kim Woodburn. Please, Gods, let it be so. |
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Post by BurlyBeaR on May 24, 2022 12:46:16 GMT
Maybe the whole thing was a massive PR stunt and she was never really going to be in it.
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Post by ladidah on May 24, 2022 13:11:37 GMT
Though not in so much pain that she couldn't walk around the Chelsea Flower Show or go the launch of her new clothing line yesterday. No! Really!? |
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Post by sph on May 24, 2022 13:13:51 GMT
Ah yes. Her knee injury.
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Post by Phantom of London on May 24, 2022 13:57:08 GMT
Silly me and I always thought "Tap Dance" was a song from the show. |
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Post by Deleted on May 24, 2022 14:09:15 GMT
I'd be happy with Kim Woodburn. Please, Gods, let it be so. Kim has done panto and doesn't take hersekf as seriously as GC does but at 80 would be a bit old for the role but the idea is fun. I'd guess they try to get Sinitta back or extend Sheila Ferguson or just give the U/S a run. The show has several other names in it so no need for stunt casting. |
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Post by anthony40 on May 24, 2022 14:20:56 GMT
If they Celebrity stunt cast Kerry Katona in, well.... anything- especially live theatre, I'd have to seriously question some of my life decisions.
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Post by hannechalk on May 24, 2022 14:27:59 GMT
If they Celebrity stunt cast Kerry Katona in, well.... anything- especially live theatre, I'd have to seriously question some of my life decisions. I don't think any producer would take a punt on her - in recent weeks she's been filming herself going in and out of hospital, diagnosing herself. |
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Post by alece10 on May 24, 2022 15:07:38 GMT
Though not in so much pain that she couldn't walk around the Chelsea Flower Show or go the launch of her new clothing line yesterday. What was she doing at Chelsea yesterday? I thought the first day was for royalty, VIP's and bona fide celebrities. Which category does she fall into? |
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Post by sph on May 24, 2022 18:00:34 GMT
I mean I honestly can't say I'm entirely surprised, but I thought she'd at least make it to opening night.
To give her the benefit of the doubt, ok maybe it's her knee. But there is a precedent that has been set by actors who have dropped out of shows beyond their ability with the excuse of an injury.
I honestly just can't see her adapting in any way to theatre discipline or the lifestyle it entails.
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Post by BurlyBeaR on May 24, 2022 18:25:27 GMT
Posts removed. Nobody needs to hear your opinions on the appearance, weight or health of anyone. Please read our rules. Criticism of performers and performances is ok but stay away from the personal stuff. Thank you.
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Post by FJ on May 24, 2022 19:05:52 GMT
I guess one way to look at it is at least Gemma is bowing out with her knee injury and not getting fans hopes up of seeing her in the show when she ends up having to miss a majority of performances. She can at least admit she isn’t up to the job at the moment.
I’d be more upset if it turned into a cabaret situation where you turn up to the theatre excited to see a particular performer that’s been widely advertised, only to find out she’s called in sick again, and never being able to predict her appearances, especially if they’re few and far between.
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Post by Deleted on May 24, 2022 19:26:07 GMT
I guess one way to look at it is at least Gemma is bowing out with her knee injury and not getting fans hopes up of seeing her in the show when she ends up having to miss a majority of performances. She can at least admit she isn’t up to the job at the moment. I’d be more upset if it turned into a cabaret situation where you turn up to the theatre excited to see a particular performer that’s been widely advertised, only to find out she’s called in sick again, and never being able to predict her appearances, especially if they’re few and far between. But does anyone believe the knee-injury excuse? I certainly don't. Sounds like she missed a lot of rehearsals (and I don't think it was because she knew the role well already), and was most likely let go for her attitude/ability. |
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Post by LaLuPone on May 24, 2022 19:39:16 GMT
What I don’t like is the fact that neither Gemma nor the Chicago social media accounts have actually posted anything about her departure from the role. Yes it’s not the best publicity but just ignoring it and letting people find out via things like the Daily Mail and twitter seems worse to be honest, it would be courteous to audiences to issue a statement across all their social media accounts. They’ve managed to quietly change the website! Not surprising from Gemma though, I guess she’ll probably just never mention it again! She’s actively posting about other stuff today, including some insta-stories of her having treatment for her knee…
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Post by richey on May 24, 2022 19:49:12 GMT
Meanwhile, Russell is off again...
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