Taking on a brand new challenge, Vanessa Hudgens has announced plans to take the stage in the Tony Award-winning musical Rent. Drawn to the role by her "Beastly" co-star Neil Patrick Harris, the "High School Musical" hottie will be playing a character named Mimi - who is described as an HIV-positive dancer. Of picking Vanessa, Harris tells in a statement, "She came in for a work session, and I must say, Vanessa really impressed. She looks amazing, has great vocal chops and seems really committed to honoring the somewhat iconic role of Mimi. I look forward to audiences seeing a dark, edgy and very different side of Vanessa Hudgens this August." According to reports, the Rent production will run August 6, 7 and 8 at the Hollywood Bowl.
Monday, April 12, 2010
Vanessa Hudgens Signs Up for Rent
Taking on a brand new challenge, Vanessa Hudgens has announced plans to take the stage in the Tony Award-winning musical Rent. Drawn to the role by her "Beastly" co-star Neil Patrick Harris, the "High School Musical" hottie will be playing a character named Mimi - who is described as an HIV-positive dancer. Of picking Vanessa, Harris tells in a statement, "She came in for a work session, and I must say, Vanessa really impressed. She looks amazing, has great vocal chops and seems really committed to honoring the somewhat iconic role of Mimi. I look forward to audiences seeing a dark, edgy and very different side of Vanessa Hudgens this August." According to reports, the Rent production will run August 6, 7 and 8 at the Hollywood Bowl.
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