Jekyll and Hyde- Transformation/Alive (Brent Ramirez)

Brent Ramirez performing in California Lutheran University's production of Jekyll and Hyde
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[@alexsarna5608]

I love how he starts out writing with his left hand, then writes with his right after changing.

[@sharonefee1426]

Alex Sarna Yeah, unlike other versions, it's the opposite, but in Alive he uses his right hand again

[@fan-workentertainment5503]

@@sharonefee1426 the reason it’s the opposite usually is because stage left always was the villain and hell in ancient times but the stage right was usually the hero or the heavens.

[@loxolotl]

Careful Hyde. Your Jekyll is showing.

[@loxolotl]

But in all seriousness, this was absolutely AMAZING. This version is the best one I've seen yet!

[@bigbangmatt]

Well all honesty that's pretty much the point of this cause this version of hide gin of hide is basically a evil version of jekyll But at the same time there are some tactics that hyde has So it would make sense But that is my opinion

[@masonblanco8656]

This actor is amazing; he plays a perfect Jekyll and a perfect Hyde. I love how he so desperate for the formula to work in the beginning and the voice change, and fact that you hardly ever see Hyde's face. All in all bravo. 👏👏👏👏👏

[@brentcramirez]

Mason Blanco 🙏🙏🙏

[@SmarterTebya]

Never thought Harry Potter is suffering from schizophrenia.

[@brentcramirez]

🤓😜

[@convenientcomedy9363]

No kidding man. You read Harry's potter

[@megasauruss]

schizophrenia has nothing to do with multiple personalities

[@tearoses9940]

I mean, this is more Dissociative Identity than anything. Edit: Not that this is what real DID looks like, either. It is commonly misunderstood that people with DID become violent like Hyde when one of their alters (different identities) is fronting (being the one more or less "in control of the body") when it is not the case for most. Schizophrenia, on the other hand, is also commonly misunderstood and quite frankly doesn't really resemble Jekyll's situation at all, unless we're considering his ambitions for his experiment to be a "delusion of grandeur," but it's still a big stretch. It is harmful to use schizophrenia interchangeably with any "crazy" mental disorder symptoms and only adds to negative stereotypes of mental disorders in general.

[@beagatapia9826]

XD he really look like Harry Potter especially for the glasses

[@SoICanComment163]

Wow...that voice change though! Hyde just...wow...

[@superfan2122]

Many years later I always look for this performance when I’m in the mood to listen to this musical

[@theredrighthandproductions]

God, I keep coming back to this version again and again. Absolutely my favorite Jekyll and my favorite Hyde.

[@evelynasquith942]

Holy crap!! This is amazing! Your voice is just.....wow! I cant imagine playing this part, what with the voice changes between Jekyll and Hyde and you nailed it!! Also, really appreciated your details in the characterization, really professional! :)

[@nathanhilditch4438]

Is there a full video of the entire show with this particular performances anywhere? Greatest jekyll and hyde I've seen

[@lasvegaz911]

Love ur voice and the BRITISH ACCENT..BRAVO!!!!

[@lindagrilo10]

How are you so talented at only a college level please go be on broadway your voice is amazing and your acting skills as well are phenomenal!!!

[@everythingfangirl4532]

Agreed!

[@brentcramirez]

Thank you!

[@adamstillwagon83]

I like how they used the drink instead of the shot, talking about taste right after makes more sense

[@theauthor1041]

I really like how you can't see Hyde, making you imagine how scary he looks.

[@Sedraen]

If you're talking about the high A in "Hyde", I've heard it performed professionally with and without it. I think shying away from it is smart for a baritone.

[@yawyeet7250]

Not me getting chills down shimmer down my spin cause they way the voice change

[@cyndikidwell]

No one will ever surpass your version of the transformation...once again you are brilliant and belong on stage...you are a natural!

[@artieskuld6858]

The little high piano notes when he sings "and into the light" is 👌👌 this is subtle and perfect. The orchestra is amazing. A good orchestra makes everything better. A good singer is 👌 but combined with a good orchestra it’s ❤️‍🔥 I love the silence and calm after the transformation. It makes it even chilling ! The props are great too. The mirror behind is a nice aesthetic touch.

[@CrazyCartoonCat12]

That just blew me away...

[@klaudiasroka5299]

This is trully amazing and I love all your Jekyll/Hyde performance! This is the best version of this musical....wow, just wow

[@laurenstallions5585]

Can this please put on iTunes or something, he is such an amazing singer!

[@ojpastore]

Fantastic, really inspiring to younger people involved in theatre. I enjoyed the small details of your characterization :) still have yet to see the full show, but I can't wait to see it!

[@phillipscuz]

Do the world a favor. Try out for the phantom of the opera. I could see you making a *great* Erik.

[@Jessica_Kirk]

3:56 Hyde smacking the desk out of pure evil joy is a sight to see! Well done Brent!

[@AaronRodgerzlover12]

I love this! Favorite version by far! :)

[@georgiagirl55]

So surprised to see its a collage production, it's really great, both the talent and the set.

[@Malu-di1ur]

There is something about his performence that I simply love!

[@georgiagirl55]

@Brent Ramirez not only did it make Jekyll seem a bit awkward, but also, many people think lefties are smarter, so it added a bit there, and in seeing hyde write with a different hand showed how they are entirely different, which was more effective than the former.

[@fatuusdottore]

Not that so much as some people think left-handedness is evil.

[@fannylisahevesi7281]

You have the most amazing singing voice... I got goose bumps, it was that amazing

[@scarletsohc4229]

So this my favorite version of Jekyll and Hyde by far! Good work!

[@brentcramirez]

Thanks so much!

[@annan9216]

It reminds me the movie, an outstandingly awesome job!!!!!

[@josepholoughlin5138]

This dude is just simply very talented. Period!

[@lilqtlexi92]

Yeah, still got chills from this. AWESOME AWESOME JOB!!!

[@izkaizowska7180]

It's just amazing! I haven't got words to describe this!

[@dirkbogarde44]

This is a University production? Wow. So much talent in every area.

[@Alto-Viola]

Really nice. You guys put in a lot of effort and it shows!

[@Lykouralis]

7:48 "Tonight" - brutal and absolutely lovely ! H&J my 2nd favorite musical next to Sunset Blvd. I love your version of the characters. Bravo friend.

[@ralfiasz]

Beautiful singing Sir.

[@johnqsample5119]

he's...........so hopeful about his experiment at the beginning of the song. and guess what buddy. he's stabbing himself at the end of the play. This Kills The Man

[@convenientcomedy9363]

why u spoil ending

[@megasauruss]

spoilers ;----;

[@pojot]

the book is 100 years old

[@fatuusdottore]

He's just like me fr

[@strawberrygoldfish]

I like this version. Sometimes they don't aways hit it with me but this does.

[@janeimatsuda4979]

Wow you truly are an amazing actor this is my favorite version of Jekyll and Hyde and I wish someday you can give me tips to being a better actress

[@kh2866]

I love how they share one brain but still Jekyll is doctor and Hyde is mister

[@fatuusdottore]

Hyde didn't work for that degree.

[@Disneylover2023]

love your evil laugh lol

[@christahyslope28]

Awesome!

[@Harleylover14]

Will you be posting more? I'd LOVE to see the whole thing!!

[@klaudimarzambrano]

perfect 💕💖

[@GayLoveKicksAss]

Oh my gosh you are so amazingly talented! Your voice is incredible, it gave me chills! And that evil laugh, beautiful! One of the best I've ever heard hahaha :)

[@angelarojas1529]

Ahhhh this is amazing !!!

[@assafchelouche3850]

Huge voice

[@GenesisUnkn0wn]

I've been searching for a video other than Hasselhoff's version. A little disappointing that you didn't go for that last higher note, but I can't blame you.

[@kmetzz1]

Really really good!!!!

[@JekyllHydeLover17]

It's strange that Dr. Jekyll writes with his left hand and Mr. Hyde writes with his right hand. All I know is that Hyde writes with his left hand.

[@sharonefee1426]

Savanna Woodson I guess it is an affirmative action.

[@Vegofladdermusen]

Impressive performance!

[@jackmoody5174]

Great job with this! I have to say that, with the exception of the great Anthony Warlow, this ties for my favorite performance of this role (tied with another non-professional, coincidentally). The only criticism id give is that Hyde could use a little bit more energy, but it sounds like your tempo was a little slower than usual, so I can see how that'd be difficult. But overall, awesome job! That evil laugh gave me CHILLS

[@convenientcomedy9363]

Amazing Love it!!!😄

[@convenientcomedy9363]

I laughed at this Not in a mean way don't take offense 😳

[@adambomb1553]

His Hyde laugh is just uuuuuuuuuuuuuugggggggggggghhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh

[@onespookyboi9066]

so i wanted to see the "transformation" so i skiped and heard "oh god" it made me laugh so hard.

[@emimita8984]

Very talented, very skillful, very entertaining. I hope I can see you on broadway;). Btw, where's the bishop lol

[@user-ub8fh9ck9m]

Вау, какая прекрасная игра! И голос! Это восхитительно

[@megaphant2813]

The piccolos in the instrumentals ahahaha

[@mathut3782]

That's pretty clever.

[@billyjones7606]

What scene is this

[@fatuusdottore]

Okay who is this Jekyll tho? He is HOT AS FUCK. ❤ I love Anthony Warlow's singing best but this guy looks like how I always imagined him. ;-;

[@coolclaytony]

I enjoyed your Jekyll well enough, found your transformation a little sloppy, and frankly you could've put more energy and fun into the Hyde scene. But considering you were presumably pressed for time (What with you cutting through the sweet miss verse), it's all still very impressive for what it is.

[@brentcramirez]

Thanks for your feedback. Glad you enjoyed my Jekyll! Had fun all around with this.

[@coolclaytony]

Brent Ramirez and fun is the most important part of your role. *Bumping of the fist*

[@gaunterodimmmastermirrors72]

Tbh, his performance is great, but the singing voice lacks tbh. Hasselhoff was extravagant. And the original of the 1990s has the great song voice

[@faithcastillo9597]

I'm disappointed that there was so little appreciable difference in the appearance between Dr. Jeckyl and Mr. Hyde. While Stevenson gave no definitive description of Hyde, characters in the story agree that he is a small man, that there is some kind of deformity and he appears to exude an air of evil. All this guy did was effect an evil laugh. A really good one, at that.

[@sharonefee1426]

Faith Castillo Well, in the original, we were meant to think they are two different people, but in fact they have the same body.