Theatre-speak for an actor being the victim of the producer's breach of contract promising that the actor would play the same part (usually a leading role) in a foreign production of the same show.
Derives from Andrew Lloyd Webber's famous firing of Broadway star Patti LuPone in 1994 from his musical 'Sunset Boulevard'. Lloyd Webber had promised LuPone that she would originate her leading role in London and on Broadway, but subsequently reneged on the contract and fired her from the show in London, meaning that Glenn Close took her place in Broadway production. The scandal hit the headlines and LuPone was paid a substantial financial settlement for Lloyd Webber's breach of contract.
Derives from Andrew Lloyd Webber's famous firing of Broadway star Patti LuPone in 1994 from his musical 'Sunset Boulevard'. Lloyd Webber had promised LuPone that she would originate her leading role in London and on Broadway, but subsequently reneged on the contract and fired her from the show in London, meaning that Glenn Close took her place in Broadway production. The scandal hit the headlines and LuPone was paid a substantial financial settlement for Lloyd Webber's breach of contract.
'It seems that Ramin Karimloo has been Pattied' - i.e. Ramin Karimloo, originally told that he would play the leading role in the troubled Phantom of the Opera sequel 'Love Never Dies' in London and on Broadway, will no longer play the part on Broadway as had been previously indicated.
by Lootcontrasweet February 02, 2011
by faacts December 04, 2020
A wonderful person who is wicked strong and will stand up for what she believes in no matter how illogical it may be. They are usually rather small but their booming voices and personalities make up for this. They are willing to try almost anything and are wicked loyal to their friends. They are thebomb.com. They love music, movies, and cooking.
by Ju-Fro September 04, 2013
Patti is someone who can appear to be quiet at first meet, but later if you get to know her she will turn out to be one of the greatest friends you'll ever have. She is funny and kind and really helpful! Sometimes too helpful...she loves to read and is very smart and most likely well-spoken. She is a pro at math and english and is a great tutor! Take some time to get to know her and you won't regret it! She is beautiful in a modely way, with a long body and pretty hair. When she REALLY laughs you can't help but laugh too.
-Who's the new girl?
-Oh, that's Patti.
-She looks so awkward...
-Yeah but wait til you get to know her! She's the best!
-Oh, that's Patti.
-She looks so awkward...
-Yeah but wait til you get to know her! She's the best!
by gioa November 15, 2011
A kind, honest, generous person who loves to be happy. She is very personable and passionate about whatever she is interested in! She may not be supermodel pretty but she has a natural beauty that makes others question how she does it. She is always glowing and she has a cute smile that is half laughing and half slyness. She is funny and immature but a good listener and advice giver. She believes in dreaming and what-ifs. If you ever meet a Patti, you are a very fortunate person. Keep her close, she'll make a great friend or girlfriend!
by Jamie218 September 16, 2011
I wish I could be a patti.
by Eve D'Plourp December 30, 2008
a patti is a beautiful, smart, girl that doesn't always believe In herself, she has been hurt many times before and therefore doesn't know what love is or how to have confidence in herself. She tries to grow up to fast to fit In the others but it doesn't work. She's just different from the others and therefore is not very well liked by people. She has 1-2 close friends that she hopes will never leave here though she is scared that one day something might happen. She is hard to find and easy to lose if she thinks you're wasting her time. She will give you many chances, but take advantage of her and she will drop you. Never leave a Patti.
by ThePianoKeeper December 27, 2017