Emilia Clarke dreams of singing on Broadway
Translated from Icelandic, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- British actress Emilia Clarke dreams of returning to Broadway, specifically in a musical.
- Clarke, known for "Game of Thrones," showcases her singing talent in the new film "Next Life."
- She previously found her Broadway debut in "Breakfast at Tiffany's" to be a difficult experience.
Emilia Clarke, the acclaimed British actress celebrated for her role in "Game of Thrones," harbors a strong desire to grace the Broadway stage once more, this time with a focus on musical theater. Her aspirations have been amplified by her recent venture into singing for the film "Next Life," which premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival.
When asked about the possibility of performing in a musical on Broadway, Clarke expressed enthusiastic affirmation. "I have long dreamed of performing in 'Sweet Charity.' That is basically the dream. Or just in any Fosse musical," she told People magazine, revealing a long-held ambition.
Clarke's previous experience on Broadway was in the 2013 production of "Breakfast at Tiffany's," where she played Holly Golightly. Reflecting on that debut, she has since described it as a challenging period, admitting she felt unprepared for the role at that time.
In her latest film, "Next Life," Clarke portrays Ivy, a character navigating parallel realities. The movie also features Edgar Ramรญrez and Jack Farthing. Clarke described the filming process as an unforgettable experience, likening the on-set atmosphere to that of a summer camp. The release date for "Next Life" has not yet been announced to the public.
I have long dreamed of performing in 'Sweet Charity.' That is basically the dream. Or just in any Fosse musical.
Originally published by Morgunblaรฐiรฐ in Icelandic. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.