70th Annual Tony Awards The Color Purple 2016 Cynthia Erivo Danielle Brookes Heather Headley

The Color Purple 2016 Tony Awards Cynthia Erivo Danielle Brookes Heather Headley Broadway

[@oliviamarie8484]

Phew I almost forgot to watch this today

[@oliviamarie8484]

almost forgot again

[@Tatytaty711]

Did u forget today

[@oliviamarie8484]

almost forgot!

[@keilahisrael4314]

Never forget to watch this

[@Meganithmaizel]

Honestly I see this comment every time I watch this, and it’s always a BIGG MOOD.

[@IjeomaThePlantMama]

I would be honored to lose a Tony to Cynthia Erivo

[@jaiyahcarr-thompson9813]

pajamagirl123 I’m so weak

[@williammclean5897]

Laura Benanti was

[@AsM0Edeus]

Phillipa Soo was on her feet SO fast to give Cynthia a standing ovation after she lost the Tony to her

[@Starisborne]

@@AsM0Edeus she would have also been well deserving of that Tony as well

[@alexdeidda1025]

Cynthia Erivo

[@yanez10]

Her voice alone could power Monsters Inc city for decades.

[@johncrisebabacol4205]

Aaron Yanez Oh my! This comment is everything! 😱😂😂

[@sharoneniye2550]

Oh my God yes!!! 😂

[@laylaheart984]

I know this comment is like 2 years late. But your comment wins the comment game!!

[@marniemoo8903]

that’s what is sayinggg

[@kaci8203]

hahahhahaha

[@maxgill4193]

When she hits that 'sing' note I question reality😱😱😱

[@MikeFlanaganMusic]

Max Gill omg same!

[@sweetisobz]

Honestly, Same

[@KevinLohmann]

For anyone looking for the quickest route to an existential crisis, 3:21

[@bobkirsch2722]

Max Gill lol...question reality

[@mayadg16]

Wonder how much vocal rest that took??😍😱

[@AJB9806]

I've been on a Cynthia Erivo binge for the past three hours and I'm fully convinced she has never, ever hit a wrong note.

[@therealjq362]

Righttttt!

[@GMAMEC]

Lol, me too!

[@weavesnatched7957]

thats me rn 😭 clicking on every video to find a mistake so i can feel better abt my singing skills a little lmao

[@mkingdoc1]

Agreed 🎉❤❤❤❤

[@dayvaughnmonroe9540]

Listennnnnnnnnn facts

[@KatieT97]

If you don't tear up over how beautiful that last part of the song is then you don't have a soul

[@NeptuneDelight]

Katie Tucker lol does goosebumps count?

[@KatieT97]

Cornelius Neptune yes I will count that

[@makenajackson5765]

Katie Tucker i get huge goose bumps and a lump in my throat, does that count?

[@TheVeganZombie21]

Goosebumps and tears every single time

[@brynahamasaki4504]

Thank God I'm not the only one who cries when Cynthia Erivo sings "I'm Here". Every time I watch this, I always cry.

[@JordanDoww]

i watch this EVERY DAY...

[@whoever_81]

Yep. Me too. Several times per day....

[@ariespecula]

I cant start my day without this... u think im kidding XD

[@ThatGuyKona]

Word. This, personally, lifts me up and gives me vocal and emotional life!

[@macidismuke4326]

Deadass same

[@JazlynnSchwartzman-Crawford]

sameee

[@HoustonKeith72]

The Tony audience is always a very warm audience, but they are used to seeing great live performances. They don’t give standing ovations like other awards shows. Their reaction here tells you all you need to know about just how spectacular this was.

[@manuelorozco7760]

The Tony’s and the Oscars are the only Award shows I watch

[@ryebread9299]

Literally so true came to say this exact thing!

[@milliehillie422]

Wow we’re not ready for the skill this woman is about to unleash on the wicked movie.

[@sorchamccarrey]

i'm just relieved she made the crossover to film bc i would not be able to stomach some nondescript performance by yet another trendy starlet in that role. kinda disappointed in the ariana grande casting just bc i cannot imagine she's really got the comic chops to get away with it but maybe she will surprise. it puts butts in seats i guess and at least one of the leads is like guaranteed to show what happens when you cast according to talent! so excited for erivo's performance.

[@Chibbykins]

​@@sorchamccarrey Cynthia will wipe the floor with Ariana. But tbf, Ariana can be funny. She wasn't bad at all in her Nickelodeon days

[@firewaterintuitive787]

I’m so mad I just now am discovering this amazing, beautiful woman! I was worried at first about casting decisions, but as long as the director and writers do their jobs the Wicked movie is going to break records and maybe just maybe, give James Cameron a run for his money for top spot ❤❤❤

[@sorchamccarrey]

@@Chibbykins yeah maybe...idk, i have youtubed compilations of her acting and i just was not that impressed mostly, and they were pretty much all comedy. she was sometimes funny but like, cute funny. the joke was coming from her persona, not her skills as a comedian. which i'm like, that's halfway there for the first act? i guess? a stronger actor could properly mock the character while i feel like ariana grande will only be able to go so far as she is able to mock herself...which is not nothing but also, , , i have my doubts. maybe she will surprise and i will eat my words

[@Chibbykins]

@@sorchamccarrey i think she's gonna surprise some people. but we'll see

[@SuperMightyChicken]

Everyday I regret not having seen this on broadway.

[@sikimanapper1562]

Datboi123 me too. I kept saying that I was going and never went. Mad at myself for it😔

[@oliviamarie8484]

It was so good I saw it twice. Wish more than anything it would come back!

[@gamegirl85]

I saw it when American idol Fantasia was part of the cast

[@UCCJGUY]

It was the best Christmas gift I've ever received. I saw it in March with my best friend when it was Cynthia and JHud (and others). It was fantastic. Unfortunately, that best friend died from cancer last year. We saw it just before her diagnosis. :-(

[@jaquilmuhammed3862]

Indeed my friend

[@razo5938]

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[@lizzyw130]

raz :O omg I just realised this was uploaded on my birthday after reading your comment. I feel blessed

[@darnellbennett7302]

Thank you!!!!

[@jacobheeren6219]

Najsjfksjskdkdk best comment ever

[@sophianurse9288]

@@darnellbennett7302 ty

[@LeWilsonMusic]

YES!!!!!

[@project_sad]

6 years later and this performance still makes me cry like a baby

[@meganhash7840]

Whenever I feel like having a good cry, this is my go to

[@jordanr7290]

And here we are 2024, who is still watching this!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥☄️☄️☄️☄️☄️

[@ZionJang]

"And I'm thankful for each day that I'm given Both the easy and the hard ones, I'm livin'." I got choked up at that part. These words should ring true for all cultures, all races, all societies. If we all decided to live each day with thanks and love, even the hard ones won't get us so down.

[@KennethWilliams-rr9dw]

I though I was the only one. That note was on point.

[@lucypark1735]

Here here!

[@garylysaght1579]

Zion Jang well said! 😀

[@naijasalesboss]

Beautiful words ❤️

[@SnowyOwl0731]

PREACH.

[@D2J8]

I saw Cynthia Erivo in the Color Purple on Broadway AFTER she’d already won her Tony award for Best Actress. She sang “I’m Here” at the end as if it was going to be her last day on Earth! I kid you not! She did not have to sing it like that, and could’ve just half assed it, but she gave it her absolute everything. I was honestly wondering if that was gonna be her last night at the show, but it wasn’t. She still had more shows to sing that week and I’m sure she sang every single one as if it would be her last. It was completely mind blowing! She has ALL of my respect! 👏🏾 👏🏾 👏🏾

[@austinpearce5442]

I can’t wait to see her in Wicked

[@russp1212]

So proud to be black!

[@kayanclarke5216]

Amen

[@latoyawesson8504lw]

Agreed

[@healthyholemealbread]

Not often you hear that, but yesss right on! So am I!

[@FIJICEE]

✊🏾✊🏾✊🏾

[@rogercook58]

If you say that a MILLION TIMES you couldn't say it enough. Amen Amen and Amen.

[@kirkcohall6114]

I cry every time Cynthia Erivo opens her mouth to sing

[@alyseuknow]

Someone else who understands. It's emotional EVERY SINGLE TIME!

[@livpopovich1957]

I honestly think this is one of the greatest Tony performances I've ever seen

[@16kirsy]

i’m convinced this will go down as one of the best tony performances of all time

[@jazmingarven1755]

CYNTHIA MADE ME CRY JUST WHEN THE SPOTLIGHT STARTED SHINING ON HER! HER STAGE PRESENCE, HER VOICE, HER MESSAGE IN THE SONG...I just can't...

[@divaslm1]

You can tell the work in England with The Color Purple paid off....

[@Sabaa95]

Cynthia's voice is seriously the purest thing I've ever heard. Just sounds totally unreal!

[@callives5702]

Is anyone gone say how Danielle brooks had the ceiling shaking?My goodness what a voice.

[@alyciaj09]

Caleb Mitchell 🙌🏿🙌🏿🙌🏿

[@andrewavila9594]

I CAME BACK HERE FOR HER!!!!

[@iago07]

She’s gonna be in the film!!!!

[@victordunson719]

@@iago07and she wears you out emotionally 👋🏽👋🏽👋🏽👋🏽👋🏽

[@IronheartvsMiles]

Brooks singing is basic. She's a good actor tho. Cyn amazing singing is why everyone is here.

[@hebertbenjamin5036]

Danielle's growl 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@iamshakuri]

Hebert Benjamin I thought I was the only one touched by that!!!!

[@jazzsingerlady]

Yep. 💟

[@officialmichaelcarrasco]

@@LM-qv7cy She got it from Juilliard! :-P

[@victordunson719]

Hell yeah🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽

[@victordunson719]

Shakuri that growl is EVERYTHING.

[@johnyvanrhedcastro2203]

the last part is that little moment we call theater magic

[@scu5871]

Back here in 2024.

[@seanlance1355]

Cynthia's voice is a perfect blend of power, soul, volume, class, range and sweetness. ❤️❤️❤️

[@dajamsteryo]

This whole cast slayed soo much. Danielle Brooks has a gorgeous voice, I always loved me so Heather Headley and Cynthia Erivo just blows me away

[@Gigi_K]

I was able to see her sing this LIVE. It was incredible. We gave her a standing ovation, absolutely everyone in that theater stood up and meant it. That’s the power of her voice.

[@katieism]

genuinely the most stunning performance ever

[@gregorjude]

An Earth-shattering performance. I just wish it were more easily available because its somehing humans need right now. Saw this show for the first time the other day, felt the twinge of disappointment to learn an understudy was performing, but she went and blew my face off anyway. Wonderful, wonderful show (and book and film, of course). SEE IT BEFORE HEATHER HEADLEY LEAVES!!!

[@darnellbennett7302]

Yes!!! The understudies are amazing I saw the shug understudy. Her name is Rema and she's amazing

[@gregorjude]

Adrianna Hicks was Celie and I was totally blown away by her! Thank you so much for uploading :)

[@ashlynsmith7755]

I was at Rema's first performance as Shug, and she was incredible.

[@HTSchannel]

Gregory Wazowicz

[@gregorjude]

Uh, yes..?

[@pretentiousbees6608]

This musical is the definition of black girl magic

[@JaTaunPratt]

Every Leading Actress for A Musical was terrific that year. But I'm sure they all were like this isn't our year after hearing her live in person.

[@dignature123]

Right. Like if they were losing at least to they were losing to someone who can seriously throw down both vocally and theatrically.

[@blessingsoutlaw]

Time to give all the Tonys to Cynthia forever and ever, amen.

[@TenjouraNoKaijin]

I love how Heather low-key nodded to Cynthia at 4:29, acknowledging her “I'm beautiful” 😢❤

[@ehgabika]

I teared up as soon as Cynthia opened her mouth. Words cannot begin to describe how beautiful her voice is

[@camerondeadmon1312]

Honestly I think every time I hear that song I just cry 😭 something about it just sits and digs deeper into the soul

[@dekiruzooo]

Please God, let this stay up

[@deale3879]

I know everyone’s eyes are on the leading ladies but this entire cast was absolutely amazing. The vocals were on point from everyone. This was perfectly cast. Beautiful

[@lisa-minniezondi3118]

I could watch this performance every day and NEVER get tired.

[@grace-bp9zv]

i remember watching this on the tonys and crying because i was completely blown away

[@tinybitofstardust]

Cynthia Erivo’s voice never fails to make me smile. What a beautiful gift that she’s able to share with the world 💜

[@jennafleming7962]

been watching this every day for five years now!

[@Theblissfulbrioutlook]

Her voice is so beautiful I’m in tears right now

[@jennifer5512]

Can't wait for Cynthia to sing Defying Gravity!!!

[@amayas570]

I have no choice but to watch this everyday, do you hear that voice 😭🙌🏽

[@barinelson]

Hello to my fellow "daily watcher"!

[@rmluspe1756]

I just love her hand gesture in the line "and look you straight in the eye"...

[@rubyblue444]

YESSSS!!! One of the several of my favorite parts!!

[@925GERSON]

I can't describe how i feel listening to it. Cynthia Erivo is now my favorite singer, her power,her ton, agility, rustiness, ohhhh my god, is out of this world. IM IN LOVE WITH THIS PERFORMANCE. THANK YOU.... FROM AFRICA MOZAMBIQUE

[@robphone8622]

Cynthias singing legit makes me cry. In a good way.

[@limitless4375]

Her voice is something else. It’s so crystal clear

[@kato3000]

Cynthia Erivo is just unmatched!!!

[@brooke3202]

When she sung "reaaalllly aaam" I almost had a seizure from how wonderful it sounded.

[@megandelaney159]

This is a "Jennifer Holliday singing 'and I am telling you' at the tony's" moment

[@KennethWilliams-rr9dw]

That's exactly what I was thinking watching this.

[@iago07]

SO TRUE... like witnessing the birth of a LEGEND.

[@dancefloorman]

I’m trying to get this woman an Oscar nomination for Elphaba!!

[@kalebrocha3906]

Uppp

[@kenn4939]

cynthia ervio has a voice that can make you burst into tears

[@MusicAndPopcorn]

literally the most control in a persons voice i've ever heard

[@mariamarie862]

Glad i got to see this cast on Broadway. Just phenomenal

[@cathathofficial]

I just....I've never heard someone sing so completely perfectly as Cynthia Erivo does

[@autumgarner5240]

2021 and never left

[@cristianhoward64]

That theater was filled, full and all. The energy she shared 😮

[@HaunaMyKiki]

Cynthia's voice moves me to tears. Every damn time. Also, lest we not sleep on my QUEEN and Broadway royalty, Heather Headley. She's the cherry on top of an already flawless performance!

[@coolbutcrazy101]

Honestly the best casting in the world

[@xianweber121080]

basing on the audience's reaction it was a spine tingling performance.. how lucky are they..

[@eviemayvlog342]

I can’t cope with the amount of talent on that stage 😢😢😢😢 oh my goodness

[@NotYetBaroqueN]

My soul is never truly ready for how fire this performance is, every time I watch it

[@dawnyt1]

I watch this over and over year by year and its still some of the greatest live singing I've ever seen

[@darienjenkins3467]

I Thought that I was the only one it’s just unexplainably talented!

[@brittanyrossow8124]

Aaron Tviet knew. You STAND for that performance. Love Love Cynthia!

[@dasom5395]

God the 'and IM HERE' pierces my soul everytime I watch this

[@tevionna]

6 years later an i still come to this exact video.

[@mcsinger7719]

there have been so many wonderful performances at the tonys.. and no one ever gives a standing ovation.. this deserved it! I saw the original COLOR PURPLE and was BLOWN AWAY.

[@jasminethompson2118]

They need to bring this back to Broadway, with the SAME EXACT CAST! I would totally pay money to see this again.

[@rosaulnier9902]

Imagine not coming back to watch this every month

[@BlueWind47]

This was easily my favorite performance of the 2016 Tonys by far

[@victoriabell9546]

Came for Heather Headley (who is still a queen in my opinion), but stayed for the wonderful voice of Cynthia Erivo!!! She absolutely killed it!!!

[@manuelorozco7760]

Victoria Bell Same here

[@charlotted1321]

At the end up was just screaming STAND UP AUDIENCE then they cut to Aaron tveit and I was like bless.

[@keilahisrael4314]

Right! They took too long to get to their feet for me! But Aaron was on his feet before her note ended

[@joshuabaccus]

I knew she was going to be a legend at 3:21 BRILLIANT

[@flusel4949]

I only had a vague idea what "the color purple" was about, when I clicked on this video. I've never heard any of those people sing before. But when I saw the cast performing I was already mesmerized and began to love this musical immediately. The video hadn't hit the 2 minute mark yet and I've already hit the like-button. Then Cynthia stepped into the spotlight and started to sing. After just a few notes I had goosebumps and began to cry. Words can't describe how beautiful the whole performance was. I think I've found a new musical obsession...

[@errolynalexander542]

Still speechless #2022

[@rocknroll20024]

Can’t wait to see her in wicked

[@tyraedmonson9677]

How many times have you watched Cynthia’s part? Me: Yes

[@aminamijia]

Still watching in 2020

[@dragonlordx25]

That one note.....I know you all know what I’m talking about.....it’s Literally changed my life

[@ohlooocha]

i literally felt lightheaded

[@HowSwayGeeA]

3:22 😭🙏🏾👌🏾

[@lutoph]

I mean, there are several...

[@noahparker689]

I got immediate goosebumps when Cynthia entered- she has such a presence and this was an incredible performance altogether

[@samwalters9712]

I wish there were words that could come close to expressing the indescribable experience of seeing this on Broadway. It was transformative. I don't think I've ever had such an emotional response to anything in my life. Every square inch of air was filled with the power and conviction of the voices of this cast. Unforgettable.

[@asher3416]

THEY GOT GOT A STANDING O AT THE TONYS AND THEY DESERVED IT

[@kennethoeth3327]

She says "take a deep breath" and every single hair on my body stands on end with anticipation for the greatness that is getting ready to happen. This is one of the best ensembles every and that singing is from a place not of this world!

[@leeoreilly8505]

good man aaron tveit hoping straight out of his seat

[@manuelorozco7760]

I loved him as Danny in Grease Live last year

[@nickyfinn7909]

Lee O'Reilly Aaron tveit is NOT PLAYING with his standing o moment

[@teea9078]

For YEARS, I wondered who he was. Thank you.

[@DovesEyes623]

He looked like he’s already been standing for a minute. Game recognize game! He probably stood when she hit the note on “sing out” and remained standing as I would have

[@MIMH32]

And he won last night!!!!

[@kaykay2225]

Here after everyone is blasting ms. Erivo for playing Aretha, saying she can't sing, she's ugly, etc. Nah man, she's the queen, this is music without screaming

[@yedis1750]

It's only pro haters who attack cynthia erivo. And saying she cant sing, exposes them for the idiots they are who prefer to spend their lives focussing on hate rather than beauty. I really pity them

[@OsheyBaddest]

Ppl say that???

[@156xtina6]

After all this time, this is still breathtaking.

[@Lio032980]

That guttural sound when she belts out "and...I'm....here" wooooooh hits you like a punch in the chest! Love it!

[@Fandomonium456]

I cried..I’ve never cried at someone singing bc it was so beautiful and moving in my life 😭😭

[@meghangilson3096]

Cynthia Erivo is a GODDESS!!!

[@deejay22able]

I feel the inspiration every time I Listen to “I’m here” because we need to cherish everyday. Our time is precious and I am here!!!

[@yuleimabeltran5565]

I can’t wait to see her performance of Elphaba 🥺💚

[@kellnaka23]

Cynthia Erivo brings such a magnetic magic to her performance! What a talent!

[@spamandkimchi]

Year 6 of rewatching this 🥲

[@oliviamcomer]

One thing about me is I'll watch this every month until I die and I'll cry every time

[@Baduza1]

Been here since 2016.

[@MegansCloudyMorning]

this is one of those videos i occasionally find myself re-watching. it NEVER gets old and I can't imagine it ever will.

[@flavaflav19]

It’s been 7 years and I’m still watching this performance religiously

[@optimisms]

That last note always gives me chills