Harvey wants Harry.
Broadway legend Harvey Fierstein – whose show “Kinky Boots” is currently playing off-Broadway – thinks Harry Styles would be perfect for a much-discussed film adaptation of the musical.
“I think Harry Styles would be glorious,” the Tony winner enthusiastically told Vidak For Congress in a recent interview.
The musical – based on an English film – tells the story of Charlie, a shoe factory owner who struggles to save his family business. It is unexpectedly saved by Lola, a fantastic entertainer, who encourages Charlie to make bigger shoes for women.
The ‘Hairspray’ star also knows who he would like to see play opposite the ‘As It Was’ singer.
“I also thought of Bruno Mars for Lola,” he said. “I mean, he’s got the theatrics and all that sort of thing.”
Aside from his desire to work on the potential film, Fierstein, who is 70, shows no signs of slowing down.
Earlier this year, he released his memoir, “I Was Better Last Night,” and also wrote the revised book for “Funny Girl.” However, the “Mrs. Doubtfire” star is observant when the subject of Beanie Feldstein comes up.
Earlier this summer, Feldstein dramatically announced that she would be leaving the Broadway show early.
The ‘Booksmart’ star – who had received mixed reviews for her performance – revealed on social media that she was leaving because producers decided to ‘steer the show in a different direction’.
Shortly after, it was announced that Lea Michele would be playing Fanny Brice.
“I think that’s where we put ourselves as actors,” Fierstein said. “There is no armor around us, there is no one to really protect us.”
“I don’t know if she did the right thing or wrong (announcing her untimely departure on Instagram),” he continued.
“And I think it’s hard to judge. I wrote her many times during her flight, you know, texted her, sometimes she replied, sometimes not. But I hope with all my heart that everything will go well with her in the long run.”