Andrews tips Diaz for theatre role
Cameron Diaz should play the lead in a theatrical version of The Sound Of Music, says Julie Andrews, who played the part in the original film.
She was asked for her choice of actress to play Maria at a question-and-answer session to mark the musical movie's 40th anniversary.
The BBC has confirmed it is in "early development talks" with composer Andrew Lloyd Webber about a theatre version. Andrew Lloyd Webber plans to use reality TV to find an unknown lead for the production.
The remake announcement followed reports that Scarlett Johansson turned down the part in the stage revival, planned for late 2006.
