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Gary Coleman gone from London Avenue Q
By Amy Somensky Jan 17, 2006, 2:41 GMT
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Jeff Whitty, Tony winning book writer of Avenue Q, spoke to Variety about the possibility that Gary Coleman would not translate well to British audiences. He said, "We're not moving the setting. That wouldn't make sense. We've all come to an agreement that it will be a character who exists more in the world of the show, who has the same arc as our famous Gary Coleman. And it's going to be played by a man this time."
Avenue Q is the story of Princeton, a bright-eyed college grad who comes to New York City with big dreams and a tiny bank account. He soon discovers that the only neighborhood in his price range is Avenue Q; still, the neighbors seem nice. Together, Princeton and his newfound friends struggle to find jobs, dates, and their ever-elusive purpose in life.
Avenue Q won the 2004 Tony Awards for Best Score, Best Book, and Best Musical.
You can buy tickets for the Broadway version through www.ticketsnow.com and at www.wynnlasvegas.com for the Vegas production.
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Avenue Q TestAug 29th, 2006 - 14:27:56
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