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Rent: Live: Directed by Michael Greif, Alex Rudzinski. With Vanessa Hudgens, Jordan Fisher, Tinashe, Kiersey Clemons. The story of several friends in New York City facing financial poverty, homophobia, AIDS, and, of course, rent.
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- Musical
- Michael Greif, Alex Rudzinski
- 2019-01-27
- Angel Dumott Schunard
- Tom Collins
- Mark Cohen
- Roger Davis
- Mimi Marquez
- Maureen Johnson
- Joanne Jefferson
- Benjamin Coffin III
Described in the official Instagram post as "the heart and soul" of Rent, Angel is a transgender character that gets introduced to the group early on and becomes central to their combined story. Originally played by Wilson Jermaine Heredia, the role is now being taken over by 27-year-old Rupaul's Drag Race star Valentina.
Jesse Lamont Martin played Collins on Broadway in 1996, reprised the role for the 2005 movie, and now passes the torch to Brandon Victor Dixon. According to his website, Dixon is no stranger to performing live: he played Aaron Burr in Hamiltonon Broadway and even received a Tony nomination for his role in Shuffle Along.
Stepping into the role made famous by Broadway heavyweight Anthony Rapp is 25-year-old Jordan Fisher. Fans of Fox's live events might remember Fisher as Doody in Grease, although he also had a stint on Broadway subbing for John Laurens/Philip Schuyler in Hamilton, per Playbill.
According to his own 2016 interview with Playbill, Adam Pascal had barely any theater experience when he was thrust into the spotlight to play Roger. Now he's passing the guitar and leather jacket on to Brennin Hunt. Hunt already knows what it's like to be in the public eye, as he gained a fair bit of exposure while competing on The X-Factor. He al...
Actor Rosario Dawson took over the role of Mimi from Daphne Rubin-Vega, and now pop star Tinashe will play the part in Rent: Live. Arguably one of the biggest names in the show, Tinashe has already accrued a fan base from her career as a performing artist. While she's best known for her music, she's also acted in shows like Empire and Two and a Hal...
Before she was defying gravity as Elphaba in Wicked, Idina Menzel was jumping over the moon as Maureen Johnson in Rent. Now, High School Musical and Grease: Live alum Vanessa Hudgens is stepping up to the plate. Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter, she explained that she might be a little nervous about that one particular tune. "'Over the Moon' is s...
Tracie Thoms had a lot to live up to following Fredi Walker-Browne's Broadway portrayal of Joanne, and Kiersey Clemons is in a similar position now. Clemons has appeared in numerous TV and film roles, including Flatliners, Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising, and New Girl. After Rent: Live, it looks like she's got a lot more work ahead of her with appeara...
Taye Diggs might have made the role of semi-sellout Benny look good back in 1996, but now that responsibility falls squarely on the shoulders of Grammy-nominated singer Mario. Mario, too, has appeared on-screen before in both Step Up and Freedom Writers, although this will be his first time acting in a live stage performance, per Playbill. While it...
- Genevieve Van Voorhis
Jan 27, 2019 · The movie featured a handful of the original cast members, including Broadway darlings Idina Menzel, Anthony Rapp, and Adam Pascal. Take a trip back more than 10 years ago and check out who was...
- Mekishana Pierre
Jan 28, 2019 · Mark, Roger, Mimi, Tom, Angel, Maureen, Joanne, and even Benny have been beloved characters for more than 20 decades. But if you first met them in the 2005 Christopher Columbus...
- Caitlin Gallagher
Meet the talented cast and crew behind 'Rent' on Moviefone. Explore detailed bios, filmographies, and the creative team's insights. Dive into the heart of this movie through its stars and...
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Jan 20, 2019 · Vanessa Hudgens is set to take on Idina Menzel's memorable role as Maureen, while Jordan Fisher will be playing the show's lead Mark, who was originally played by Anthony Rapp. Before Fox's Rent...
