Darren Gerrish/Darren Gerrish/WireImage, Netflix, David M. Benett/Dave Benett/Getty Images, Netflix, Mike Marsland/Mike Marsland/WireImage, Netflix, George Bodnar/Comic Relief via Getty Images, Netflix, Ron Galella, Ltd./Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images, Netflix, Ruby Barker instagram, Karwai Tang/WireImage, Netflix. All rights reserved. @Broadway please find a way to get Cipriano on a real-life horse for curtain call. She's also known for appearing in EastEnders, Penny Dreadful, Utopia and Home Fires. is where we first fell in love with her and this role feels like Lady Whistledown wrote it just for her. Before appearing in Bridgerton, Luke made a splash on BBC's The Cut and Disney Channel's The Lodge. After Netflix broke hearts with the revelation that Regé-Jean Page would not return for season two of Bridgerton, Dionne Warwick took to Twitter with a message for Lady Whistledown. We mean, this one just writes itself. He’s an Olivier-Award-winning actor (for Company on the West End) who’s amazing at playing frustrating yet sensitive characters who can sing really really good and quite frankly, it would be rude to all parties involved if he didn’t get the part. High and more. Hate them? — Bridgerton (@bridgerton) April 2, 2021. Portia Featherington may be married to a weak man but she herself is strong and Benanti would be so darn good at playing Portia with sincerity and plenty of sass. Bridgerton fans were left heartbroken after the drama's official Instagram page announced that actor Rege Jean Page, who played the role of Simon Basset, the Duke of Hastings, will not be seen in the Bridgerton season 2 cast. Before starring as Prince Friederich in Bridgerton, Freddie Stroma appeared in a number of fan favorite projects, including three Harry Potter films. Nominated for Outstanding Performance By An Ensemble In A Drama Series at this year's SAG Awards, "Bridgerton" castmembers Polly … While he didn't have much screen time, Ben's performance certainly left a mark. Although this is likely Luke's star-making role, he has some notable credits on his resume, including Misbehaviour, Kiss Me First, Dunkirk and In the Club. Now, if the actor playing Simon seems familiar to you, that's because you've probably seen him in a previous Shonda Rhimes project. Your source for entertainment news, celebrities, celeb news, and ​celebrity gossip. Not only did she have a leading role in ITV's Vanity Fair, but she also led the third series of BBC One's WPC 56. Open your TikTok app for one minute and you’ll be met with duets to this song and more. We're talking orgies, drinking and more. (Those who've finished the series know what we're talking about.). App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc. Google Play and the Google Play logo are trademarks of Google LLC. Kim Kardashian Reacts To The News That Rege-Jean Page Is Leaving ‘Bridgerton’ Kim Kardashian, like us all, is not happy with Rege-Jean Page leaving Bridgerton. What’s not to love about Benedict Bridgerton and Jordan Fisher? More importantly, though, the show's focus on getting the best possible suitors for the innumerable debutantes that throng Regency era London is what makes it a fairy tale, albeit one for adults.. RELATED: Bridgerton: The Main Characters' Best Outfits, Ranked On January 21 st, Netflix officially announced that season two of the show was in the works. The Dear Evan Hansen alum certainly has the chops and moves for a “What Am I Doing With My Life?” song at the top of Act Two. “Bridgerton” Cast: Meet the Characters and Who Plays Them Crystal Bell 12/25/2020 George Floyd: Derek Chauvin's trial begins with 9 minutes and 29 seconds of infamous video Rege-Jean Page played Simon, the Duke of Hastings, in the streamy period drama based on … The Bridgerton boy is a little bit confident, a little bit curious, a little bit confused, and those are all emotions Cipriano nails in the dozens (yes, dozens — you’re welcome) of musical theater vids of him on YouTube. It is a laugh out loud kind of show and Nicola is grand in it! No wonder she becomes a Lady Whistledown suspect! Simon and Daphne aren't the only members of the Bridgerton cast to get their own songs. Check out the hottest fashion, photos, movies and TV shows! The Bridgerton cast certainly has some impressive credits. And that’s exactly the type of energy Lady Danbury needs to bring when she makes her Broadway debut. Prior to her work on the Netflix period piece, Ruby appeared in Wolfblood and Doctors. She's also appeared in Lady Macbeth, EastEnders, Coronation Street and more. If you're a fan of British television, you'll likely recognize this actress as she's appeared in several shows over the years. Now that sounds like a Duchess. In an audition room of hundreds, she was chosen to be Maria in Steven Spielberg’s West Side Story. Created by Chris Van Dusen. Actor Regé-Jean Page will not be returning to his role as the Duke of Hastings for season 2 of the Netflix hit series Bridgerton… Although Penelope is disinterested in entering society, she does have her heart set on Colin Bridgerton. For those unfamiliar with the sitcom, Derry Girls follows a friend group in Northern Ireland in the 1990s. ; Lorraine Ashbourne as Mrs. Varley, the Featheringtons' housekeeper; Jonathan Bailey as Anthony, Viscount Bridgerton, the eldest Bridgerton son and heir to the family title and estate. Polly Walker's Baroness Featherington is more than ambitious as she is willing to do anything to secure her family's place in society. We're talking a Younger alum, notable names from the British theater scene and a Golden Globe nominated actress. Not only does she have all three daughters debut, but she also uses ward Marina Thompson to attempt a social climb. You just immediately trust and like him when you see him on your screen or stage which makes him the ultimate chosen confidante to Eloise and “friend” to Delacroix. “Bridgerton” fans, the time has come to bid adieu to Simon Basset, the Duke of Hastings. Bridgerton star Nicola Coughlan, who plays Penelope Featherington in the new Netflix series, reacts to critics of the show's diverse cast after record audience. And look, she’s all ready to go in Peneolope’s signature color! The reason we cast Reneé Rapp (Mean Girls) as Siena Rosso is because we imagine Siena getting to sing a song like this and once you’ve heard Rapp sing a song like that you’ll never want to hear anyone else in the world sing it except her. Yes, Phoebe is one of Josh (Nico Tortorella)'s love interests on the TV Land hit. We're, of course, talking about ABC's short-lived legal drama, For the People. We can already picture it: Noblezada in her closed modiste, lit by only the moonlight, singing in French — or at least a French accent (we won’t give away your secret Delacroix), with backup dancers that appear out of no where. She's also had several TV roles, including Doctor Who, Casualty, EastEnders, M.I. Bridgerton, the Regency-era TV smash that sparked a virtual water-cooler moment for period drama fans, is now firing the imaginations of musical theatre devotees on … Jonathan tackles this complex role beautifully, which may have something to do with his extensive theater background. Twitter Facebook Pinterest LinkedIn. It’s only fair that they become one on the Bridgerton stage. While Beanie Feldstein is mostly known for her movie roles in Booksmart and Lady Bird, her Broadway debut in Hello, Dolly! In Bridgerton, Adjoa Andoh plays Lady Danbury, a surrogate mother to Simon and a commanding force in the London society scene. Page also shared the news on Twitter, adding, “Pleasure and a privilege! Of course, as this is a Shondaland project, there is a familiar face from the short-lived show For the People. As gambling addict Baron Featherington, Ben Miller portrays the Featherington family's troubled patriarch. So, watch it when you get a chance. And, following an Internet search, we've learned everything we can about the Bridgerton cast. You may also recognize Adjoa from Clint Eastwood's 2009 film Invictus. Bridgerton the Musical (@bridgertonmusical) on TikTok | 223.4K Likes. The Bridgerton Cast on Making a Hot and Heavy Period Drama for the 21st Century. The result: songs we quite literally can’t get out of our head. Bridgerton is shattering Netflix records with 82 million viewers worldwide in just 28 days. So, if you're like us and curious about where you've seen the Bridgerton cast before, scroll through the images below. You may also recognize Jonathan from his work in W1A, Broadchurch and Crashing. Bridgerton on Netflix is the talk of the town — and TikTok. It’s a perfect fit. Eva Noblezada (Hadestown, Miss Saigon) hasn’t really gotten the chance to play a sultry, mysterious character on Broadway, and Genevieve Delacroix needs to be portrayed by someone with pipes. He was Hercules in Hercules, and his voice will knock you out and make you want to propose to him at the exact same time. A closer look at the incredibly talented cast of Netflix’s Bridgerton. The plan: Pretend to be courting in order to lure in suitors for Daphne and keep eager matchmakers away from Simon. Although we're still upset that For the People was canceled after two seasons, it allowed Regé-Jean to star in Bridgerton. Shondaland's first Netflix outing has all the elements of a modern romance series, … Has Lady Violet truly prepared her daughter for married life? As unapologetic opera singer Siena Rosso, we were impressed with Sabrina Bartlett's Bridgerton performance. Like Ratatouille, insanely talented creators on the app, like Abigail Barlow, have turned to the hit television show for musical inspiration.. Kim Kardashian hopped on the Bridgerton bandwagon last month — and can’t believe that Rege-Jean Page is exiting the Netflix show. Heady period drama has surpassed records previously set by The Witcher. As Simon Basset, Regé-Jean Page portrays the handsome Duke of Hastings. We have feeling she’d absolutely crush it and get a Tony nomination as a result. For the Duke, you need an actor who leaves the audience speechless the moment he walks onstage. Like Daphne Bridgerton, Rachel Zegler stands out from the crowd. Not only did Ben write and star in Armstrong and Miller, as well as BBC's The Armstrong & Miller Show, he also starred in the crime drama Death in Paradise. Thus, Reneé Rapp as Siena Rosso. Laura Benanti (Gypsy, My Fair Lady, The Sound of Music) is at her best when she’s playing characters that are determined to get to where they want to go, no matter what anyone else thinks. Apple, the Apple logo, iPhone, and iPad are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions. He’s played Kristoff in Frozen so he’s comfortable around royalty. It’s all about elegance with Lady Danbury; Renée Elise Goldsberry exudes glamor; what more could you want? We couldn't love Bridgerton's take on Queen Charlotte (played by Golda Rosheuvel) more. They even started doing livestreams on TikTok and Instagram documenting their songwriting process, allowing “Bridgerton: The Musical” enthusiasts to have even more of an input. Ashley Park (Mean Girls, Emily in Paris) and Ali Stroker (Oklahoma!, Glee) are good at playing complicated characters. Not all is lost after the sensible socialite makes a deal with the purposefully single duke Simon Basset (Regé-Jean Page). Cast and characters Main. (Prior to their overnight success with Bridgerton, the pair were writing a musical adaptation of The Bling Ring.) In many ways, Bridgerton already feels like a live-action Disney story— from its vibrant setting to its almost-playful narrative. Are you supposed to like them? We promise this isn’t cheating and when you hear Jonathan Bailey sing The Last Five Years you’ll understand why. The period drama, which was released Christmas Day on the streaming site, follows Regency-era debutante Daphne Bridgerton (Phoebe Dynevor) as she navigates the London season in the hope of finding a husband. The second oldest Bridgerton son, Benedict (played by Luke Thompson), explores the risqué-side of the London art scene. Like Ratatouille, insanely talented creators on the app, like Abigail Barlow, have turned to the hit television show for musical inspiration. For Ruby Barker, it appears that Bridgerton is her breakout role. Previous theater credits include Porgy and Bess, Macbeth, The Winter's Tale, Romeo and Juliet, Angels in America, Bad Girls: The Musical and Jesus Christ Superstar. And we couldn't be more invested in the journey! When the Netflix series “Bridgerton” debuted on Dec. 25, 22-year-old singer-songwriter Abigail Barlow and 19-year-old pianist and composer Emily Bear binge-watched the entire show in a … Bridgerton cast reacts to news that the series is Netflix’s most popular show ever. So, everything happens for a reason. Bridgerton superfan Kim Kardashian reacts to Regé-Jean Page leaving the show... after binge-watching amid her divorce: 'Wait!!! Polly also starred in HBO's Rome, a role that earned her a Golden Globe nomination. Aside from her singing and acting, DeBose’s triple-threat dance moves are what dream sequences are made of, and we feel like Marina’s isolation and independence could be captured best via choreography. Entertainment Television, LLC A Division of NBCUniversal. That’s why we think they’re the perfect Prudence and Philipa. Here's how the Bridgerton cast reacted to their show being named the most watched on Netflix. But just for fun we decided to dream cast the not-a-show-kind-of-a-show with names and voices from your fave stage moments. Eloise Bridgerton is the coolest human in the town, Lauren Patten (Jagged Little Pill, Fun Home) is the coolest human in the city. Speaking of Crashing, this comedy-drama is one of Phoebe Waller-Bridge's lesser-known shows, but it is just as funny as Fleabag. Fierce, formidable and frank, Lady Danbury has no qualms inserting herself into Simon's personal life. As for us, we know her best as Clare from Younger. If Gossip Girl, a Jane Austen novel and a Shonda Rhimes show had a baby, it'd be Netflix's new series Bridgerton. Directed by (4) Writing credits (12) Cast (131) Produced by (19) Music by (1) Cinematography by (2) Film Editing by (4) Casting By (1) Production Design by (1) Art Direction by (3) Set Decoration by (2) Costume Design by (3) Our only request: can Patten’s mid-show standing ovation when she plays Eloise be You Oughta Know? Playing the Featheringtons' cousin Marina Thompson, who finds herself in a complicated situation, Ruby gave an impressive performance. Page is currently the odds-on favourite to be cast as the next James Bond. We hope the Queen approves. British viewers may recognize Phoebe from her roles in Waterloo Road, Prisoners' Wives, Dickensian and the Rupert Grint-led crime comedy Snatch. In the series, Nicola Coughlan portrays bookish and kind-hearted Penelope Featherington. This is in part due to Luke's performance. Regé-Jean, who is a British-Zimbabwean actor, is also known for his work in Waterloo Road, 2016's Roots and 2020's Sylvie's Love. Confident, sexy and stylish, Siena's captures the heart of Anthony. You need a leading lady like Stephanie J Block (The Cher Show, Falsettos, Wicked) to lead a family like the Bridgertons. They also have received acknowledgment from Bridgerton cast member Jonathan Bailey (who plays Anthony Bridgerton), who has his own ties to … As for the actress playing the real-life queen, Golda is a British actress known for her many stage roles. We immediately recognized the actress playing Penelope as we're huge fans of Derry Girls. Other acting credits include Defending the Guilty, Doctor Who, Lovesick, Call the Midwife and more. (Hey, that rhymed!) "When this opportunity arose, I knew she … 38.5K Fans. In Bridgerton, Phoebe Dynevor plays Regency-era debutante Daphne Bridgerton, who is the favorite of the London season after high praise from Queen Charlotte. We just know Antonio Cipriano (Jagged Little Pill) would nail Colin’s energy. And eagled-eyed fans on social media also spotted the star's cameo appearance in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 alongside Emma Watson. Second Season Renewal . It's safe to say Sabrina knows a thing or two about period pieces. A new TikTok musical Credited to @abigailbarlowww & @mlebear #BridgertonMusical Now if that doesn't intrigue you, Bridgerton is based off Julia Quinn's bestselling romance novels. The marriage-averse duke first partners with Miss Bridgerton in order to keep matchmakers at bay.