How did Jemma Rix compare to Tina Arena in Evita?

Let's put it this way, one was like New York, the other like London. 🙂

I only saw Jemma Rix. Not having the budget to see the show more than once, I made a guess, whether fairly or not, that Rix's performance would be better because I assumed pop star Arena had been cast primarily as the 'big name' to get bums on seats, while Rix would have been cast on talent alone. No idea if I was right though.

Previously I posted of Rix's performance: she generally did well. I would have liked her to be a bit nastier. For example, in the 'Buenos Aires' number she was all about the bright lights, big city, whereas I wanted more "someday I will rule this city" steeliness.

I have not seen the show. Was just wondering. I know Jemma is very good actress. I do find in the clip she is not nasty enough. I was shocked this did not announce broadway cast transfer. Since two of them have been on broadway.
I do wonder if Jemma did most of the shows if it would of not sold however. She did wicked for many years. 
I hate when singers take place of actress. Tina is very famous, she is as famous in France as she is in Australia. I am amazed she is not knighted. She is very world famous. How was Paulo who I saw in South Pacific. I do think Jemma is much better in Frozen. I also wish Sam in the uk best of luck.


Sorry for the odd structure of this post