A musical based on the life of Bruce Lee (RIP) is coming to Broadway and they're holding an open casting call (today actually in LA...) for the eponymous role.
ADULT BRUCE: Asian. 20's-30's, muscular, handsome, charismatic. Actor must sing well and move spectacularly, training in martial arts is a plus.JUN FAN (YOUNG BRUCE): Asian. Actor 15-20 to play 15. Skinny, gawky, perhaps even a bit nerdy-looking, but able to project fierce intelligence, unbridled energy and boundless self-confidence. Must be able to sing well and move, though dance requirements for this role are less demanding than for Adult Bruce. (Please note if the actor is under 18.)
It sounds strange initially, but this musical concept makes sense. Bruce Lee was a consummate performer in search of acceptance from a whiter wider audience in America. Unfortunately the entertainment industry's racism helped drive him away to Hong Kong. I think if he were still alive today he'd be very excited about this musical as a sign of the fulfillment of his dream.
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