Barrett Wilbert Weed sings an early version of Requiem

The Town Hall, October 8, 2018

[@lillysorkin]

I love that she got to sing this for the event because she was originally Zoe (in the lab)

[@Chebowlier]

Really? Wow, what made them go entirely different way w laura?

[@lillysorkin]

Giselle Chevalier I don’t know

[@kaiyuen7883]

okay i know you mean the readings but the idea of musicals being made in a science lab like in test tubes and stuff is really funny to me

[@meredithjulia162]

that's so weird bc i have always found similarities between laura and barrett's voices!!!

[@taraquinn453]

i feel like their voices are pretty different and I honestly couldn't see barrett in this role but this still makes me emotional

[@javajavo6783]

Somebody should make an animatic where veronica sings this to JD after he died-

[@katpereira]

COMING RIGHT UP! (Cuz I'm a animator...Channel right here: Kathy Animations )...pls..don't watch any of the other animations they are so shit, I can't even.

[@existentialcrisis5710]

Kathy P I’m literally subbing just to see that if you make it

[@jeffreytanglao5021]

OH MY GOSH!!! THAT IS BRILLIANT!!!

[@noel7297]

my heart will break

[@eliza3147]

woah

[@CyanAnn]

Laura & Mallory's interpretation has Zoe breaking down by the end of the song while Barret's Zoe is in the middle of breaking down and becomes a little resolute by the end of it. I love theater,,

[@jadeg7246]

it’s funny because the way barrett sings it is the way the song is written, there’s a comma before the last tonight showing that she is a little resolute by the end

[@elrose3223]

I actually really like the idea of Barrett as Zoe. She does give it her own little spin. She gives it a more angry tone. Barrett's sounds a bit more like she's finally letting go of the pain and sorrow that Connor left her with. Yes the other Zoe's did/do that too. But hers (especially in the second half of the song) sounds more like she's finally letting go and basically saying to Connor "you broke me. You broke them. Why would you hurt them more? How could you?" Or something of that sort. Just my sharing my thoughts i guess.

[@heyitsella117]

the first time I heard Requiem I thought Barrett was the one singing it? Maybe I was tripping but idk

[@joshuaknapp9109]

I absolutely adore Barrett Wilbert Weed's voice, but I think that she is exhausted from Mean Girls, which make her voice sound shakier. That being said She still sounds like a rock-star angel q u e e n

[@TBG1]

I think her voice is also still damaged from heathers. But true, she is a m a z i n g

[@IAmNotNicolex]

I wanted to sing this for an audition, specifically Heathers, and hearing Barrett sing this is such a cool coincidence! I love this song sooo much.

[@roswynn5484]

Break a leg!

[@arkwing_7174]

Which character are you auditioning for?

[@rosebennett5990]

me too bro

[@marianorman8030]

I used this to audition, and got the lead role, so I think its a good choice! Break a leg!

[@IAmNotNicolex]

Roswynn Thank you! 😁

[@maxvanhorn]

BARRET AND DEAR EVAN HANSEN?? Y E S

[@ryanfaure3120]

She was the first Zoe on early readings

[@bee-du5kw]

she is also in Mean Girls

[@sophlove]

@@bee-du5kw and Heathers ;-;

[@mollymagarian9759]

IKR I just sent this to my friend with the caption: MY WORLDS ARE COLLIDING AND I LOVE IT

[@lilithsgardenn]

*someone told me i sounded just like barrett when singing a part for my musical theatre class, i got the part of zoe in requiem and janis in where do you belong and after this i finally have faith in myself :^)*

[@fischybusinesss]

Barrett was cast as Zoe in the original workshop!!!

[@thephandmphamilywithalvefo3307]

Hannah Van Hise I’m so happy for you 😊

[@lilithsgardenn]

the phandøm phamily with a løve for drama thank you!💞

[@lilithsgardenn]

lauren garda that’s so sweet but you see i have parents that are extremely over protective and would never let me post on yt, but maybe in another life...i’ll keep you updated ;)

[@rosebennett5990]

WAIT YOU JUST SING SONGS FROM THEATER WHERE DO YOU GO TO SCHOOL

[@orlirabbani9596]

Barrett is my fucking spirit animal and I love her so much

[@yeetusfeetus1953]

Mood

[@dreamiestmelody]

I'm speechless with her powerful belting...

[@mollymiccee]

I don't necessarily want her to take over the role, but she has a beautiful rendition!

[@th3stripeddoll404]

She was Zoe for the early readings. So you could say she was the first one

[@gerbilastic8526]

She's too old

[@keeganhillier6899]

@@gerbilastic8526 she already plays high school kids normally there's no way she's too old

[@gerbilastic8526]

@@keeganhillier6899 she said this is gonna be her last high school role, in a more naturalistic show like Deh it wouldn't work, she's almost 30

[@Sgtoreos]

If she wants to play more adult characters that's on her to do that but to say she is too old is just plain wrong. Age isn't really important in Broadway. It's not the age it's how old you look because if someone who is 18 somehow looks like they are in their late 20s unless they have the most brilliant voice for the character they are gonna cast someone who looks or can look much younger for younger roles.

[@diu4ever7]

This is the version Mallory sang on the Dear Evan Hansen page. Also I love her take on it.

[@KennyBye]

i think barrett has grown out of her high schooler roles, i could never see her as zoë especially with the realistic portrayal that mallory offers now. but i totally see how they saw her as a good option for zoë back when they were still doing workshops and table reads because she looked a LOT younger. fantastic rendition though!

[@TiaanaLee]

A lot of people say that they don’t see Barrett as Zoe, but I have to disagree. She portrays all aspects of the character perfectly, building from her soft feelings to her strong opinions. Love the original Zoe, but Barrett is great as her too💙

[@snailsoren]

“wE ARE THE FLOOD THAT SWALLOWED US WHOLE” that bit took me by surprise

[@patakoyaki]

sounds like something veronica would sing about jd

[@turtle10141]

Dont do me like this, its been 2 years, dont dO THIS TO ME 😂

[@Flotta3]

Patricia Torralba FIC COMIN RIGHT UP😂

[@vi.vi.vi.vi.vi.d]

Honestly If you actually wrote a fic for this I'd 100% read it and love it

[@DeyaBlossom]

OK I'LL TAKE THAT ON MY MIND THANKS

[@avocadoess834]

more like about h. chandler ?

[@smabrielle]

I think Barrett's rock sound is really effective at communicating the angst Zoe feels in this song (something Barrett plays well in general). Neither Laura nor Mallory have that sound, and I thought it was great to really hear that expressed at a new level in this version. BUT as satisfying as it is to see Zoe full emo, I think I like the character a little sweeter. Mallory is my favourite Zoe! Her version of this song is SO damn good.

[@felize2735]

is it just me or she started a little off key? but the rest was divine im crying 😭

[@mylord9395]

I also think she did.

[@gerbilastic8526]

It's easily done

[@kalliopewhite4457]

she’s scooping a lot, that’s why it sounds off key. Look up what vocal scooping is if you don’t know

[@aliciaphoebe3550]

no, some parts are off key. she is scooping a lot, but sometimes she doesn't get to the right place in the note

[@gigik_]

I like Laura better as Zoe, tbh. I love Barrett, but this is just not the right casting type for her

[@spaceiscooltbh8854]

I always imagined Veronica singing this after JD died.

[@maryhollifield8257]

We need an Animatic of that

[@jackl.gansner6102]

As much as I love Barrett, it’s not one of her best performances. I still love her and think that she could do great things with this song

[@danielahelfer9933]

IMAGINE VERONICA SINGING THIS ABOUT HEATHER CHANDLER OR JD

[@fxvcify]

Daniela Helfer OMG

[@michaelmell8729]

w-w-w-w-w-what? heathers and dear evan hansen cross-fic comin' right up

[@yayshowvids6427]

Michael Mell NEED THIS

[@stubbersyt]

Don’t forget mean girls too. She plays Janice

[@uns0ciable4ever]

Michael Mell she isn't heathersssss, this isn't heathers smh

[@thewildrobb]

I wrote that already lmao no joke

[@sophlove]

@@stubbersyt Janis* sorry XD.

[@maybematt3796]

Barrett has a beautiful voice but Laura's Zoe will always be my favourite.

[@duckjr.6846]

Jay Lol its Hank

[@jessstories4528]

i like dogs

[@guppyglub]

Jay *_wake up lieutenant_*

[@annikabenson6437]

Her curtsy at the end gives me life

[@partlycloudy_skye]

And, once again, Barrett KILLED IT!!!

[@steviemay3502]

stunning. i have chills. i love her and this song so much

[@mcclainleong6557]

Laura Dreyfuss is fantastic and I love her but also I could see Barrett as kind of Zoe's angrier, inner voice that says what she really thinks and I love it.

[@kendall4790]

*HOLY SHOOT HOLY SHOOT HOLY SHOOT*

[@roswynn5484]

Why when you see boys fight Does it look so horrible Yet... feel so right?

[@dreamiestmelody]

Damn~

[@roswynn5484]

I shouldn't watch this crap That’s not who I am But with this kid…

[@glittergal1015]

Roswynn DAYYYYYYYYYYYYMMMM

[@roswynn5484]

Glittergal101: Hey, mister no-name kid - So who might you be?

[@olib2314]

I needed this a lot more than I thought I did

[@bee8141]

I love Barrett so much!! She can sing so beautifully!! It just really bothers me how many people are saying that her voice wasn’t on point or that she isn’t as good as Laura. It’s just because y’all are used to Laura as Zoe. I personally would love to see Barrett as Zoe on Broadway. I think she would do wonderfully

[@lucagonzalez7098]

The Zoe of my dreams

[@hazuki_music]

Rough start and slightly pitchy in areas but overall beautiful. It'd be nice to see Barrett tackle some more innocent, sweeter roles, perhaps some less vocally demanding parts too - she needs a break! :)

[@gigirios3808]

I loved how she sang so raw. not polished like how other people critiqued her on not doing. never once did she show any signs of embarrassment out into the crowd and that's what motivates me to become a more confident performer. Love you, Barrett!!!🤩

[@mappydog7684]

I'm gonna cry I love Barrett so much help

[@riocolino1483]

the talent is immaculate

[@isabellad.2490]

Barret voice is amazing I love it

[@helenaa7907]

i think i watched this 7000 times now it’s so beautiful

[@hannah6327]

I actually love Barrett's Zoe. I think that she brings something really fresh to the character. I would love to see her do Good for You.

[@Chebowlier]

Always love to watch justin play piano!

[@amanday3103]

Giselle Chevalier whoa, I just noticed him! That’s so cool!

[@erimcferrysings4110]

I can't really see Barrett as Zoe. She's not really one for soft, innocent roles. I feel like she would be good but Zoe wouldn't be the first part I'd think of casting her as.

[@JRipley15]

Yeah, Laura as Zoe was really good as soft but I feel like I'd love a louder Zoe as well. lol

[@marz9865]

yeah for me i think a louder more aggressive zoe can be really powerful

[@josiemac7807]

Ems Life ACK YES

[@skylargunning4800]

I can’t really see her as Zoe either, but since this seems to be the one song in the show where Zoe gets a little more agressive in, I think Barrett did this pretty good

[@Danisnotonfore]

“She’s not really one for soft, innocent roles” Just because you’ve not seen her play one of those up until now, doesn’t mean she’s not suited to it! Actors are almost always more versatile than you’d think. That’s, kinda the whole point of being an actor. x

[@carlosalejandroalvarenga4913]

Idk if this was just a bad day, but I think mean girls is taking a toll on Barrets voice. That high E wasn't that good, but the rest was very good. It is weird to think about because Heather's was more taxing.

[@ploopy2782]

Carlos Alejandro Alvarenga Barret has always been too heavy. Since Heathers (the earliest I’ve known her long ago.) She PUSHES TOO MUCH

[@carlosalejandroalvarenga4913]

@@ploopy2782 yeah, but this performance seemed more tired than usual. At least in Heather's she could actually hit the notes with stunning accuracy, here it seemed like the strain held her down a bit

[@emilyhuff5888]

Yeah, there was that thing recently where she sang songs from her dream roles, and you could definately tell her voice was starting to wear, which is a shame because she's so unbelievably talented, she just needs a break. I'm worried that if she doesn't give herself a break she's going to end up same as Idina (no shade though, they're both amazing, just pushing themselves too hard)

[@ploopy2782]

Emily Huff She is definitely going to end up as Idina. Have you HEARD show she sings Janis’s solo? It’s so hard to listen to.

[@carlosalejandroalvarenga4913]

@@ploopy2782 not live, but on the album she sounds good.

[@hamiltonlover-uu1vd]

i really wish zoe got to sing this as a solo in deh

[@Selenelaszlobjj]

You’re an angel for posting this.

[@haennie8197]

Ok but the pianist is amazing

[@melaniegarcia3158]

wtf why are they so many hate comments on here like y’all are acting like you could ever be as amazing as barrett is lmao

[@mayaisabelle3709]

I was undeserving of hearing this❤️😭 She is my idol and I will do anything for her💖 Like really she could step on my and say go get me a coffee and I’d be like yes thank you💖💫🙃🙈

[@MonsterHigh4243]

her voice is so powerful, i could never grow tired of it

[@julia_iman]

my queen she's so beautiful!!!

[@stephenreznikoff3558]

MY QUEEN

[@LumosVeil]

We stan a belting queen.

[@billiedavocado]

Omg i love how barrett sing i will do everything to heard her in real life maybe with that happend i will be crying like now i love her voice she is special she always be for me Veronica and Janis and the best singer i ever meet

[@lauramoon7915]

Barrett 😍😍

[@cloucarlet8889]

Yesss Barrett as Zoe

[@Melody_Ninjago_Lover]

2:05 she slayed this 💅

[@shoshasgaming2669]

She’s such a good singer anytime I listen to her singing songs like this I get goosebumps

[@taygarner8500]

All characterization and opinions of barrett as zoe aside, this was a BEAUTIFUL performance of the song itself

[@roswynn5484]

I see Barry and I click Like.

[@nobodytoworryaboutokay]

Wow I'm blown away 🤯

[@maryhollifield8257]

This just gave me life❤️❤️ Love Barret soo much!!

[@sienamarina16]

God this Woman is queen I would love Barrett as Zoe. She has a power house of a voice but this would be a great role for her after Heathers and Mean Girls so she can rest her voice. I love her so much

[@camerasapprentice3657]

I get it, her voice isn't exactly like what it was in Heathers, but you don't need to keep pointing it out, just enjoy the music.

[@anthonydecicco6546]

this is why I’m obsessed w her

[@Cierapz]

THIS NEEDS MORE RECOGNITION

[@samanthafalcon2313]

im not crying, you are

[@meredithjulia162]

i love this woman so much

[@kahun7197]

This was toooooooo good 👏👏

[@estherrosi-kessel5192]

Omg she’s amazing

[@paolamiranda9215]

G

[@musicprincess9747]

Barrett is amazing at playing this role, her voice is perfect for this song

[@David-ee3wx]

Lol I’m 3 months behind 😂 I prefer Barret 100% . Granted , I’m so biased 😂. And I know she has slips but I love how raw her performances are and I like that they’re not perfect , they don’t have to be . I felt a more intense and more angry version of Zoe in her performance and adored it ☺️

[@Aedi_H._Dee]

This but with the lyrics changed up a bit and mixed with Mallory Bechtel’s Zoe’s Requiem so you have an AU of a little sister who was and felt tortured by Connor, and an older sister who felt guilty about not being able to save her little brother.

[@evitaproblemas07]

Thank you for give me life again

[@OrevilleIsaac]

I don't think this is an early version I'm pretty sure this is the solo version BC that's what it's labeled as on the sheet music.

[@chickenlittle6876]

Ana A it’s both. The song was originally a solo. It’s still the early version though

[@OrevilleIsaac]

@@chickenlittle6876 weird it wasn't a solo at arena stage so I didn't know

[@xxri]

it was originally suppsoed to be zoe but pasek and paul decided to get the whole family grieving instead

[@iluvonedirection2216]

Requiem changed multiple times throughout the arena stage run alone! In one of the arena stage audios, this is the version Laura performed!

[@notactivemovedchannelsd4039]

ugh queen 👑

[@BulmaBunny]

💙💙💙💙💙💙💙

[@valerieregina444]

this song is perfect for her voice oh my god

[@mollymagarian9759]

omg i sang this song for a talent show and i love barrett even more after seeing this...

[@jessie_flower_5669]

Love this ☺️ so cool getting to see an earlier version of the song and Barrett putting so much into her performances as usual, she seemed to be really getting into it ☺️

[@fqirysx5361]

am i the only one that thinks she sounded amazing?

[@fran5237]

She really shows Zoe’s anger!

[@user-zm1ts7io4q]

i love this song and i love her and both combined is just amazing i've been blessed

[@ratwithahat2]

2:29-3:15 is just amazing

[@kel2219]

respectfully im in love

[@Michelle-fz7wm]

This is my new favorite thing

[@georgiameade2048]

i didnt know how much i needed this

[@rhysstarfighter1124]

Barrett is the ultimate Queen!! Taking over every musical by storm

[@eternalmiasma5586]

Barrett is a musical Chad and I love her

[@robzen2713]

It's Christmas Day in 2019 and I was taking some stuff out of the oven and putting some other stuff in while this was playing in the living room and I heard it and I just had to come out of the kitchen and see it because holy shit. Merry Christmas!

[@yayshowvids6427]

Glad you did - Merry Christmas!

[@biancagacha1015]

I love this. Especially since she was originally supposed to play Zoe

[@cassiecope99]

God, I remember this version!! This was the very first iteration of the song they used at Arena Stage!

[@thingswillbeokay8098]

THE FEELS AAAAHHHHH

[@laurazorzini]

I'm in love with her voice!!

[@rielletambaoan_]

I love B's voice in this though she sounds slightly tired but still gorgeous.. also the second verse was used in the version of Requiem from Connor’s perspective

[@maddie5329]

This is beautiful 💕

[@ellien.8712]

I LOVE this!!!!!!

[@persephonebby]

update: im crying

[@mia6705]

I HAVENT HEARD HER SING IN A WHILE YES QUEEN

[@avaainsworth-kr5zg]

The first time I heard the song, I thought it fit her voice so well😭

[@emmastevens3274]

i’m not okay

[@mysongforgotwhatudidinthed16]

YEESSSS!!!!

[@fellippewelch9558]

DEAR HEATHER HANSEN... NO, WAIT!

[@hamiltonlover-uu1vd]

or dear veronica sawyer or dear janis sarkisian