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It looks like Johnny got the part.

"Here Mr. Sondheim, we've arranged a demonstration of Mr. Depp's vocal skills. For acoustical reasons we'll be doing it over here next to this very large suitcase full of money. Sadly, Mr. Depp pulled a muscle while carrying it in so hopefully you won't mind but he'll be leaving it behind for you to dispose of."

Apropos of nothing, I once performed the role of Pirelli in a production of this brilliant musical.

I'm with those who don't see Depp as a good choice. Maybe Depp will surprise me, but I really can't imagine his often fey speaking voice having the kind of blood and thunder Todd would need. I really hope this movie won't suck, because it's one of the greatest musicals of any era.

Oh, D, we are completely of one mind. Please, god, let this not suck.

Well, at least there's a DVD of the George Hearne / Angela Lansbury version out there. I was initially bummed that it didn't include Len Cariou in the title role, but Hearne was pretty darn good...
If the Burton version sucks, at least we'll have something to watch.

Any word on who will play Mrs Lovett?

I've seen nothing, and just searched and still see nothing.
Tons of rumors, but nothing even near as concrete as Depp.

Who's playing the role on Broadway? Is it still LuPone?

Nope. Not a rumor. Story in the Times today.

http://www.latimes.com/entertainment...,5853643.story

My guess would be Helena Bonham Carter