According to the New York Post's Michael Riedel, disgraced beauty queen Tara Conner is in preparations to play Roxie Hart in the smash Broadway revival of Chicago.
Conner, who was recently in danger of losing her Miss USA crown after the disclosure of substance abuse problems, is currently rehearsing to play the merry murderess - although she will not officially cast as Roxie until she has proven she's up to the task. "Fran and Barry Weissler, the producers of the long-running revival, are not about to take a chance on her until they're confident she can handle the demands of a Broadway show, production sources said," states the article. Conner's singing is reportedly strong, although her dancing and acting are said to need improvement.
"Assuming both sides are comfortable, then this will be a win-win for all parties. We look forward to making a positive announcement about her joining the Chicago family," stated Barry Weissler.
If cast, Miss USA pageant owner Donald Trump - whose pardon of Conner's excesses was a hot topic late last year - will join Conner at a press conference to announce the casting. If accepted in the role, she will most likely join Chicago in the spring.
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