Who will play Miranda in the new musical “The Devil Wears Prada”?

The Broadway musical adaptation of the hit 2006 film “The Devil Wears Prada,” which earned about 358 billion yen worldwide, has been officially announced. Casting for the two central roles made famous by Meryl Streep as Miranda Priestly and Anne Hathaway as Andrea Sachs has already become a major topic among fans. Previously we introduced the news of the musical adaptation. This time, based on research conducted through social media by the Broadway news site Playbill, we highlight leading actresses who are considered perfect candidates to play Miranda Priestly on stage.

About Miranda in the original film

The story follows Andrea, an aspiring journalist who moves to New York and lands a job at a top fashion magazine. There she faces impossible demands from her terrifying boss, Miranda Priestly. Meryl Streep’s portrayal of Miranda in the film went far beyond expectations. She embodied the icy and commanding editor in chief with remarkable precision. According to Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep stayed in character even off camera during filming to fully capture Miranda’s cold and intimidating presence.

Broadway actresses rumored for the coveted role of Miranda

Patti LuPone

Born April 21 1949, American singer and actress
Patti LuPone began her stage career in 1972 and is widely respected for her commanding voice and powerful performances. She is one of America’s most iconic theatre actresses. She has received five Tony Award nominations and has won two Tony Awards for best leading actress in a musical for her roles in “Evita” and “Gypsy.”

Glenn Close

Born March 19 1947, American actress
Glenn Close is known as one of the strongest performers in American theatre and film. She has won the Tony Award for best leading actress in a musical and has won three Tony Awards for best leading actress in a play. She has also received six Academy Award nominations and three Emmy Awards. Her portrayal of Cruella de Vil in Disney’s “101 Dalmatians” became internationally acclaimed.

Victoria Clark

Born October 10 1959, American actress and voice performer
Though younger than the other actresses mentioned, Victoria Clark is highly respected on Broadway. She won the Tony Award for best leading actress in a musical for “The Light in the Piazza” and has been nominated three times for best featured actress in a musical. In addition to her stage career, she has worked as a voice performer in animated films including “Beauty and the Beast: The Enchanted Christmas” and “Anastasia.”

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