Ariana DeBose Rumored to Star in ‘Evita’ Revival, and Patti LuPone Is Spilling the Yerba Mate Tea

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Ariana DeBose might just be trading her Oscar for a “Don’t Cry for Me Argentina” moment. Yep, the queen of jazz hands and breathtaking talent is reportedly in talks to star in a London revival of Evita. And guess what? Broadway legend Patti LuPone has entered the chatβ€”and she’s bringing emojis.

Ariana’s Audition for World Domination
If you’ve been living under a rock or (worse) ignoring musical theater, Ariana DeBose is a big deal. Like, β€œEGOT-in-training” big deal. She’s got an Oscar for West Side Story (because, obviously), a Tony nomination for Summer: The Donna Summer Musical, and a rΓ©sumΓ© so packed it might have its own Equity card: Hamilton, Pippin, A Bronx Tale. Basically, Ariana is booked, blessed, and Broadway-bred.

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But here’s the kicker: she hasn’t graced a musical stage since 2018’s Summer. (In theater years, that’s like… a century.) So, when asked about taking on the role of Eva PerΓ³n, Ariana played it cool but cryptic: β€œFingers crossed. We’re 70% there,” she told Deadline. Translation: “Let me finish reviewing the rider in my contractβ€”because this diva needs sparkling water and vegan empanadas backstage.”

The Jamie Lloyd Factor
The revival is reportedly being directed by Jamie Lloyd, who’s basically the David Blaine of theater: he takes classic works and makes them edgy, raw, and Instagram-worthy. The show is set for a snazzy 12-week run in London from June 14 to September 6. So, if you’ve got vacation plans, cancel them now.

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Ariana is also hyped about the production’s β€œnew vision,” saying it’s crucial to find a fresh take for today’s audiences. In musical terms, this means we might be getting an Eva PerΓ³n who moonwalks into the Casa Rosada or, at the very least, rocks Balenciaga. Stay tuned.

Patti LuPone: The OG Evita Spills the Mate
Let’s not forget Patti LuPone, the original Broadway Eva PerΓ³n, who sang β€œDon’t Cry for Me Argentina” like her life depended on itβ€”and probably terrified some chandeliers in the process. Patti’s reaction to the news? Delightfully Patti.

β€œI think Ariana DeBose is going to play Evita,” Patti said on SiriusXM’s Andy Cohen Live. β€œI wrote to her. I said, β€˜Are you doing it? Fabulous.’” (Translation: You better slay, girl.)

Patti then added, β€œI don’t know whether she signed her contract. I don’t know whether we’re talking out of turn.” Which is Broadway-speak for, β€œOops, did I just spill the tea? Oh well.”

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The Bottom Line
If this revival actually happens, prepare yourselves for Ariana DeBose to light up London’s West End like Eva PerΓ³n lit up Argentina’s political scene. And if Patti LuPone shows up in the audience? Ariana better belt out those high notes extra loud because Patti will be listeningβ€”and probably critiquing.

Stay tuned for more updates, and maybe start practicing your standing ovation now. 🎭

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