Why Ariana DeBose Will Not Star in ‘Evita’ London Revival

A Disappointing Update on Ariana DeBose’s Role in ‘Evita’

Ariana DeBose will not be leading the revival of Evita as previously rumored!

The 34-year-old Tony-nominated actress was in talks for the role, but Variety has confirmed that she is no longer attached to the project.

Earlier this month, DeBose mentioned that they were close to finalizing details, with her stating they were “70% there.”

Read on to discover the reason behind this unexpected change.

Reason for Ariana DeBose’s Departure from ‘Evita’

According to Variety’s Marc Malkin, scheduling conflicts prevented DeBose from taking on the lead role of Eva Perón in the Evita revival.

The musical, directed by Jamie Lloyd (known for productions like Sunset Boulevard and Romeo and Juliet), is set to run from June 16 to September 6 at the London Palladium in the West End.

Patti LuPone originated the role on Broadway in 1979, while Madonna portrayed Eva Perón in the 1996 movie adaptation.

Ariana DeBose’s Current Projects

At present, Ariana DeBose is busy filming the upcoming Prime Video series Scarpetta, which has received a two-season order. The series also stars Jamie Lee Curtis and Nicole Kidman.

Conclusion

While fans were excited about the prospect of Ariana DeBose starring in the Evita revival, unfortunately, scheduling conflicts have led to her departure from the production. Despite this setback, DeBose continues to showcase her talent in other projects like the Prime Video series Scarpetta.

FAQs

Q: Will Ariana DeBose be replaced in the ‘Evita’ revival?

A: As of now, there has been no announcement regarding a replacement for Ariana DeBose in the ‘Evita’ revival.

Q: When will the ‘Evita’ revival premiere in London?

A: The ‘Evita’ revival is scheduled to run from June 16 to September 6 at the London Palladium in the West End.

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