VIDEO: “Beauty and the Beast” Audra McDonald talks about cast, crew and being denied a role for the musical on Broadway

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This morning, Audra McDonald (also known as “Garderobe” in the live-action adaptation of “Beauty and the Beast”) appeared on “Good Morning America” to talk a bit about her time with the cast and crew of Disney’s latest release. She also talked about her previous attempts to be a part of the “Beauty and the Beast” franchise, including an audition for the Broadway musical. Hear this six-time Tony Award-Winner’s story about not making the cut and later confronting Alan Menken (songwriter for the film and musical) about how he passed her up.

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“Beauty and the Beast” debuts in theaters today.

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