Season 11 General Discussion

[boom-shaka]

I've seen it reported from several sources now that Carrie Underwood will star as Maria von Trapp in NBC's live broadcast of "The Sound of Music" late next year.  I think this is pretty big deal for her.  What do you all think?

[AIMOD-TMW]

That's a pretty big deal for anyone!  WTG, Carrie!!

[boom-shaka]

That's a pretty big role........and a LIVE broadcast, no less.  Carrie's obviously a seasoned performer, but I don't think her acting experience is that extensive.  It's kind of a coup for her.  

[AIMOD-Maria]

Yay for Carrie!

[Kariann1]

I think this will be a major challenge for Carrie.  There's no doubt she has a lovely voice and the sweet looks, but I do hope she'll be taking acting lessons!  This is a major opportunity to open up a new entertainment venue.  The casting of Mother Superior and the Captain will be important.  Carrie is a great singer, and I wish her much success with this new project!

[amfan1]

Are you sure it is "Live".  This is a long "movie".  How could they pull off a "Live" performance of this?

     Either way, I agree that the "Acting" portion is where we hope Carrie is ready for.  I will be watching for sure!!

P.S.   Is this going to be "Live on Tape" like they do sitcoms?

[boom-shaka]

Yeah, live.  That's what it says.  Check it out:

...........has been cast as Maria von Trapp in NBC’s upcoming live broadcast of “The Sound of Music," the network announced Friday.  

http://www.latimes.com/entertainment/tv/showtracker/la-et-st-carrie-underwood-sound-of-music-2012113...

[AIMOD-TMW]

I guess we'll know how "live" it is when we see how many commercial interruptions there are.   

[boom-shaka]

Egggggggggzzzzzzactly.  If it's truly LIVE that will be a colossal undertaking.  I think she'll do great, though, regardless. 

[edithkeeler]

I think it will probably be "live" during filming, instead of pre-recorded. The new movie "Les Miserables" is one in which the singing is live during filming and not pre-recorded and it is said that singing "live" adds a spontaneous feel.