Amra Faye Wright and Samantha Peo in the South African production of CHICAGO
2006 will see Amra Faye Wright take over as Velma in Chicago for a stint of three months, starting 16 January 2007. Wright, who has performed the role in the South African production of the show, has also starred in Grease and A Chorus Line there as well as in the UK tour of Footloose and this will mark her Broadway debut. Wright will star opposite Robin Givens as Roxie.
As a South African, I am filled with pride to see a South African actress move from a South African production of a show, to the London production and, now, to Broadway. I saw Wright in the SA production twice and she was absolutely fantastic. All the best to to Ms Wright for her stint in Chicago in New York!
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Yay. The Weisslers are on a role. Another blonde Velma – yes!
They may have given her a Montanaro wig for the UK tour, but she’s no Anna. In fact, she’s not even Ute. More like Lisa Leguilo. 😉
WOOT! I’ve always commented on her stunning looks from her early days in Chicago. Someone wanna give me another idea of her performance skills in the role?
Looks like I may have to take another trip back to the Ambassador.
In London, they gave her a new short blonde wig, just like those on her promotions, which is very good! It’s very fierce, and sexy! She’s definitely a Velma to see! So excited for you guys! Amra’s voice is alright, nice belts but quiet at times. And her dancing is wonderful. She’s a fab Velma (even though still not my favourite!) You guys will love this blonde Velma!
The short hair is her own. I think she looks like the late Paula Yates.