All due respect to Patti & co, as well as everyone else currently chewing up the scenery this season, but this picture captures the greatest moment in American theatre today. I’m not explaining the context. If you haven’t seen it yet, go and you will know why it comes out on top.
The Weinstein’s and Jean Doumanian are rumored to be teaming up for a film version of August: Osage County. They’ll cast name actors as Violet and Barbara, what else is new? As long Violet isn’t played by Meryl. I think Kathy Bates would do the role justice. But perhaps Laura Linney as Barb? Or perhaps Felicity Huffman? There are probably a great many character actors to fill the male supporting roles.
I know a film would give the piece an accessibility that would transcend the normal theatre-going audience. However, my preference would be to see the current production taped for telecast.
Casting ideas anyone? Particularly for Vi?