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And now the Oliviers.
Theres just a lot working against the part.
Its a bit of a tweener.
Musically it is the most traditional of the main parts in the show.
Helpless is infinitely charming, but ultimately gets overshadowed by Satisfied.
Nothing wrong with Burn, but there are just other moments in the show you rank above it.
Elizas songs are also emotionally more simple than her counterparts.
In this song, shes happy.
In this one, shes annoyed.
In this one, shes sad.
In this one, shes sad.
In this one, shes sad.
Also, shes arguably the most grounded of the characters.
Eliza is one of them.
Considering her characters whole thing was not caring about her legacy, it seems fitting.
Eliza is a thankless part, portraying a woman who seemingly wasnt thanked that much.
In that way, theater awards have told her story.
