Musical Theatre Coach Reacts (SIERRA BOGGESS, THINK OF ME), Phantom Of The Opera

Musical Theatre Coach Marc Daniel Patrick Reacts to (SIERRA BOGGESS, THINK OF ME), Phantom Of The Opera.
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In this video Marc discusses the most recognizable song from the hit show, Phantom of the Opera.

[@excaria5949]

Regarding the Raoul overacting thing, honestly I just think that Raoul is endearingly dramatic. This can be seen in the book too. Maybe I'm just biased because I love Hadley Fraser to bits, but oh well.

[@MarcDanielPatrick]

This is a great point. It could very much be within the character.

[@MagdaH97]

He is NOT endearing in the book, he is very fucking toxic in the book, him AND Erik. He is much more endearing in the musical

[@melissam597]

Honestly I found Hadley Fraser to be overreacting throughout the entire thing, I can’t even really watch this concert now because his portrayal of Raoul bothers me so much (you can see why they never hired him for a run after that 🙈). Funnily enough he is excellent in everything else I’ve watched him in.

[@neuralmute]

@@MagdaH97 This isn't exactly a story about healthy relationships... Hadley Fraser plays Raoul as something of a possessive douchebag... which is perfectly within character, and he does it beautifully!

[@excaria5949]

@@melissam597 Yeah Hadley's portryal of Raoul is a little more -- how do I say it -- aggressive than the other ones I've listened to. Personally I do like his take on it and it pairs off well with Ramin's Erik IMO. I get that while I like it others may not, so I understand where you're coming from! Also, I totally agree on your last sentence. Hadley Fraser is fantastic in all the other roles he has played.

[@courtneyolson8028]

I love her facial expressions. She feels the music. Her eye brows are raised and you can tell she’s not just acting to the audience, but to the “audience” in the show as well. So beautiful!

[@MarcDanielPatrick]

Well said.

[@trixieout]

I saw Sierra Boggess in this role twice, and not only was her singing just perfection, her acting was perfect as well.

[@melissam597]

Really? I have seen her live (in School of Rock) but not in this role.

[@meganomahoney5450]

I’m coming back as Christine in phantom of the opera concert at in November

[@candeladiaz3107]

megan o'mahoney you are EVERYWHERE💀💀💀you have already told everyone that you were playing christine, fantine, eponine, ariel...chill girl

[@chaoticfantasycosplays]

This man is me whenever I watch Sierra as Christine. "YEESSSS, LOOK AT THAT ANGEL GO"

[@MarcDanielPatrick]

HAHA. guilty .

[@NOONE-cd4gu]

Same

[@bethhoskin-lloyd3212]

Can you react to past the point of no return from the same production? That would be really interesting to break down

[@jackrenglish]

GREAT SONG..JE

[@audreygraciam4032]

this is one of the most underrated song in phantom. Also, prima donna

[@excaria5949]

Yes! Their version is amazing.

[@ECNECNECN]

yes!

[@lsschwartz]

Yes! One of my favorites!

[@gmccallum2620]

Having read the book I think Raoul is always over acted because that's very much how he is in the book. He's supposed to be fairly young (especially compared to erik) and often comes off childish but endearing. It's really only near the end that he starts to really clue in to how serious everything is

[@windycitydreaming]

I pretty much said this to my tv as I was watching. A lot of the characters are toned way down in the musical but none more than Raoul who is a lot more smooth and calm than he was in the book. I mean, some of his first words are "I AM THE LITTLE BOY WHO WENT INTO THE SEA TO RESCUE YOUR SCARF." Like, chill Raoul.

[@excaria5949]

I totally agree. I also think that since Raoul is way up there during the Think of Me scene that it makes more sense for him to be more dramatic so that he could be seen better.

[@jime_maq3132]

Is the book good? I think I want to read it, but I’m not sure if I would enjoy it. What’s your opinion on it?

[@gmccallum2620]

@@jime_maq3132 I personally adore the book because of the depth is gives to the characters and the world they inhabit. Having read it a number of times I can say this production of Phantom is probably closest to the book character wise, so if you enjoy this version I recommend reading the book!

[@jime_maq3132]

G McCallum Thanks for answering! The book sounds amazing, I will surely check it out!

[@amourpsu]

You should react to her version of Wishing you were somehow here again. It is gut-wrenching.

[@mstie3252]

She's my favorite Christine! So winsome and pretty, and her voice is lovely and always sounds natural, not like she's putting on airs.

[@carysjones2313]

I loved this video! One thing worth mentioning is that at the end of the cadenza she actually sings a C6! In earlier versions of phantom it’s a Bb (I’m not actually sure why or when they changed it) Sierra is one of my favourite Christines ever, the power behind her voice and the subtle details she adds to the role just blow me away every time

[@TinyTorah]

Sierra gave believability and humanity and depth to a role that is otherwise deservedly met with criticism when done without, which is sadly all too often.

[@TheHermione22]

Awesome choice! Do her duet with Ramin next!

[@lindseysquire8417]

Or Wishing You Were Somehow Hear Again. Or even All I Ask of You. She sounds perfect with everyone, and Ramin and Hadley have two of the best men's voices ever. But duet with Ramin is #1.

[@melissam597]

Lindsey Squire I’ve always wondered how Hadley would sound as the Phantom? I think he has the right voice for it, and his aggressive overacting as Raoul would actually work for the title character. Funnily enough, Ramin is one of my favourite Raouls. With him you can actually understand why Christine would be so keen to become Madame de Chagny!

[@lindseysquire8417]

@@melissam597 Now I think we all deserve to see a production of Phantom with Ramin and Hadley's parts reversed.

[@tillydee933]

@@melissam597, I dont believe Hadley has the range.... I could be wrong but he is more Baritone... All I Ask of You Reprise would be painful, IMO... Not that Baritones cannot play The Phantom... Norm Lewis shows it can be done, but he also shows why its normally done by a Tenor. He was great, but his tone will never be quite right on the high notes,, especially when he isnt singing in his head voice, because of his natural range... No hate to Norm. He is legit! Just that this role is demanding AF on a Tenor. Most Baritones don't even want it. ;) Ramin was a fabulous Raoul though. ;)

[@CareyWaye]

One of the only musical theatre bright spots from this COVID business is that so many amazing broadway stars have been accessible teaching master classes via Zoom. My daughter had the opportunity to sing for Sierra Boggess during a zoom session and get feedback. My daughter had just found out two of her shows had been canceled. Ms. Boggess was extremely kind and gave her incredible feedback. She’s a true class act and so extremely talented. Since she’s a redhead, Ariel is my daughter’s favorite role and she’s been a Sierra Boggess fan for quite some time. It was nice to give my daughter a little bit of musical theatre happiness during these times when shows aren’t happening. Thank you for addressing diction! I’ve seen shows-especially when music is written for sopranos-where this isn’t addressed and it’s nearly impossible to understand what is being sung. As these were community or high school productions, the “fault” lies with the director and/or the music director. Beginners in theatre don’t know about the importance unless they’re taught (or they see your videos!).

[@MarcDanielPatrick]

What an amazing experience for your daughter. Thank you much for sharing as usual Carey!

[@naly202]

It's no wonder the song is so important for the success of the musical. It is through this song that Christine proves to everyone that she's a talented singer that could replace the theatre's primadonna. It also proves the phantom is an excellent coach, AND helps Raoul instantly recognize his childhood sweetheart. I guess the pressure on the actress must be enormous

[@yriverspelle]

Sierra is my absolute favorite Christine... but in response to your Raul observation. Right or wrong I think hes always directed as a foppish aristocrat who we are not suppose to really favor over the Phantom. I have never held it against the actors as I feel they are all directed to play this way as the foil to the Phantom. I loved this entire cast so much!

[@Bbsgirl1023]

This is exactly what I was going to say. I remember years ago when my father saw Phantom for the first time he made a comment about how he didn't really like Raul over the Phanton, even though he knew that technically Phantom is the bad guy. I definitely think this is intentional.

[@TheLordsCanary]

I kind of disagree, I’ve definitely seen at least two actors play Raoul in a likable way (one being in the 2004 film, Patrick Wilson was by far my favorite part of that). I feel like the story of LND has affected the way the character tends to be played.

[@MarcDanielPatrick]

Could very much be a character choice. I was genuinely asking since thats always how the role seems to be played.

[@melissam597]

That’s not true, of course we are supposed to favour Raoul. He is kind, supports Christine (I know there’s that time when he didn’t believe her about the Phantom but...wouldn’t you be the same?! Plus once he finds out he is really there he does everything in his power to protect Christine), is emotionally and financially stable, is in his prime, is handsome... Meanwhile the Phantom is literally a serial killer, old enough to be Christine’s father, is a gaslighter/abuser who sees her as a “thing” (not a a person) and has a huge catalogue of mental problems. Now I know he’s been treated like shit his whole life and I do feel compassion for that, but he’s still not remotely relationship material. Also his actions in LND basically get Christine killed so there’s that.

[@marydidyouknow5826]

@@melissam597 We should blame the Phantom for somebody else's actions?

[@karelferil1436]

*Finally!!!!* I've watched this production of Phanton of the Opera 5× and still get excited with every passing scene. The characters are very well chosen and the chemistry with Rierra are just *perfection* ... beautiful beautiful. Your reactions to my idols are also on point and never too much. Love your video.

[@MarcDanielPatrick]

thank you so much 💕

[@RileyKmusic]

The lyrics were actually changed decades ago! I’ve seen footage of Sarah Brightman singing them and they also used them for the movie, but you can go back to the 90’s and the Christines on Broadway and West End are using these lyrics. They also raised the key which makes the high note a C6. For some reason voice teachers still use the original lyrics and key. Raoul being dramatic is intentional, they mention it in the documentary and you can see the other characters telling him to quiet down. He’s supposed to be a rich arrogant snob, Hadley Fraser even tweeted about them putting eyeliner on him for this. You should definitely react to Steve Barton, the original Raoul, singing All I Ask of You with Sarah Brightman. He sadly passed away, but he was the most amazing baritone and he played Raoul with subtlety. Not saying Hadley isn’t fantastic, but if you want a romantic Raoul who’s not an overdramatic diva, Steve Barton’s your guy. Andrew Lloyd Webber heavily favors Ramin Karimloo so the audience is going to be leaned towards The Phantom here, they even changed the ending. In the original production it was more evenly balanced.

[@MarcDanielPatrick]

Thank you for all of this insight. So helpful.

[@RileyKmusic]

Marc Daniel Patrick No problem!! I should clarify I meant the original lyrics were used in the movie, not these. Here are the videos of Steve if you’re interested! I’ve never seen a Raoul match his performance. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nnOcgaeig8x8mNU kzbin.info/www/bejne/f4HbfnuChsynY8k

[@melissam597]

Actually ALW apparently wanted John Owen Jones (also a legendary Phantom and one of the post-show Phantom quintet) for the concert, but for some reason he turned it down. I’m sure he’s fond of Ramin but never got the impression he’s his “favourite”, if anything he tends to speak more highly of Sierra.

[@RileyKmusic]

Melissa McDonald I know he originally wanted JOJ, but the dynamic and ending was changed because Sierra and Ramin did Love Never Dies together. Andrew speaks highly of Ramin in the rehearsals of the filming for the DVD, they also specifically chose and wrote the LND songs for Ramin, asked him to be in the Australian DVD which he declined , and they used his photo as Christine’s father in the Phantom film. Andrew also let Ramin change the melody of a line in the Phantom score. From what I know Cameron Mackintosh really got Ramin into a lot, but he’s definitely a favorite. I couldn’t say who Andrew’s personal favorite is, just that of the videos I’ve seen he praises Ramin the most.

[@JG-bs5xy]

I loved the original lyrics, why fix whats not broken?

[@dcmike]

these videos are so interesting, but my favorite part is watching marc's face as he's listening

[@MarcDanielPatrick]

🙈

[@gamerchrisnorwood]

6:25 At first, I thought you said, "the shape of her bowels..." Which led me to two lines of thought: 1) how do you know what shape her bowels are in at that moment?, and 2) that's the most in-depth vocal coaching I've ever heard of!

[@armyoftinymoas]

Sierra is such a GODDESS I love her so freaking much 😍

[@windycitydreaming]

I'm curious, might her 'rushing' the cadenza not be reflective of the fact that Christine *isn't* a pro yet? She's still learning, her voice and her habits are not perfect. Plus this is her first time as lead and it's opening night. Nerves would come into play too, right? On a completely different note, jaw tension is my singing nemesis. I clench like crazy (and have TMJ to boot). It is most frustrating.

[@MarcDanielPatrick]

It absolutely could be. Endless ways to play the ending for sure. Great point.

[@rheograham1870]

@@MarcDanielPatrick To me it seems like the choice might have been to 'discover her voice' in the cadenza and then have fun getting caught up in the moment and the joy, like how she tossed the scarf down playfully after. As for Raul's overacting... lol, I've seen worse >_

[@taylorsmith7375]

Do Ramin Karimloo next!!!!!

[@excaria5949]

And Hadley too!

[@saclorena]

IMO Sierra as Christine, Ramin as Phantom 😍 and Hadley as Raoul takes The Phantom of The Opera to a level that is not of this world❣️

[@excaria5949]

@@saclorena ikr

[@MarcDanielPatrick]

I will look at all of these for sure.

[@elizaplaku968]

Can you please do Ramin singing Til I Hear You Sing or Music Of The Night?? Since Ramin is self taught and cant read music it would be amazing to see how he does all that amazing singing and the technique

[@amandastumpff5252]

I’ve been watching the live stream Stars in the House ever since quarantine, and Sierra Boggess is on frequently, both as a guest and as a guest host, and she has talked quite a lot about her Phantom days, and she is always absolutely impeccable. I can’t believe her voice is real.

[@MarcDanielPatrick]

So true. You couldn't dream up such a perfect voice.

[@cielindaq9190]

Also, I think that Raul needed an elaborate body movement to direct the audience’s attention to the upper box where they were at. Although It’d be nice to see julien O. side by side with Sierra in The Phantom. They had a presentation together on a BBC singing Tonight.

[@lindseysquire8417]

Marc nodding and smiling after Sierra sang one word is exactly as things should be.

[@MarcDanielPatrick]

Haha did I? 🙈

[@Danocaster214]

I love how you adore these singers. Your passion for musical theater is obvious!

[@MarcDanielPatrick]

I'm glad it comes across.

[@christinewells-leddon9287]

Ms. Boggess *is* an Angel of Music. Her voice is glorious, her acting skills are impressive; she should go down in history as one of the legendary performers..

[@AbiiLouiseDavey]

Get someone that looks at you the way Marc watches Sierra in this video

[@mmarieritter216]

Ugh this show was unreal. Sierra Boggess is enchanting. Thanks for sharing your insights and adding layers onto to our enjoyment of this!

[@MarcDanielPatrick]

Beyond classic. Thank you so much :)

[@12cowwoman]

oh, the memories this brings back! this was one of the firat CDs I bought back then andI remember singing to it over and over, trying to get as close to it as I could possibly get at 17 🤣 good times and she sings it so beautifully, with such innocence, fear in the begining and so much pride and excitement towards the end 😍

[@duphus9423]

I would absolutely love to see you talk about Patrick Page's performance as Hades in, well, HadesTown. Both in terms of reacting to that man's gorgeous voice and breaking down singing that low.

[@MarcDanielPatrick]

I'll take a look at it for sure.

[@deiamartiny1]

Hi, can you react to Ramin Karimloo singing Til I Hear you Sing from Love Never Dies?

[@lisap7496]

Phantom of the Opera is one of my favorites and Sierra is, without a doubt, my very favorite Christine! 💗 I really am enjoying your passion for musical theater...I sing along to all these songs and your singing tips are great as well! 🎵😊

[@MarcDanielPatrick]

Aw, thank you. Means a lot.

[@cielindaq9190]

Thank you so much for this review. I love Sierra and her strong vibrato with the good acting she’s shown in this concert. I tried this song (years ago) and practiced it for 2wks thinking that my vocal chords would be stronger. Interestingly enough, I hit the notes after physical work outs and running. I think that breathing has a lot to do with it and a good amount of water therapy (for me). I’m not sure how, but the breathing techniques that I get from physical work outs gave me the perfect rhythm and the different responses of my body on how to catch air. Again, that’s just me.

[@pmculley4]

Why criticise the great Hadley Fraser? Raoul has to attract attention away from her for that moment.

[@MarcDanielPatrick]

Fair enough, you're not wrong.

[@melissam597]

I don’t like him either. His acting was awful and his Raoul felt OoC. You got the impression he didn’t even really understand the character. People are entitled to have opinions (there are - shock horror - people who in the Phandom don’t even like RK and/or SB, not everybody will admire every actor) y’know. He was excellent in Les Mis and Coriolanus though. I actually think he’d be a really good Phantom.

[@colonyofrats4193]

Melissa McDonald to be fair it was his first time playing Roul he had literally never been in a phantom production before

[@cielo_ciel_]

@@melissam597 let's face it Sierra's Christine and Ramin's Erik are also so much more fierce and passionate than others. Some may find their climax scenes quite daunting and even sounds like arguing by singing. But i personally LOVE and prefer their version to soft, weak, over pleading or whining. So yeah, it's entirely up to individual preference.

[@willow8783]

I wish that, right after the managers gave their snide remarks, we would hear a slight, distant organ playing the famous notes to the Phantom's theme. Maybe only Christine hears it, or perhaps the entire stage reacts slightly, cowering, but it gives Christine strength and she shows her true talent. A way of showing that the Phantom is always there and listening and wishes for her career to progress, reminding her that he's there for- and believes in her.

[@MarcDanielPatrick]

Hmmm. not a bad direction.

[@sufyb6432]

I adore your facial expressions as you watch her performance. You obviously enjoy music very much, and I appreciate that.

[@lisabelle1960]

I love that you make the same faces I do while watching Sierra slay it as Christine. She is amazing.

[@stephaniewayman6850]

I imagine Raul would have to overact to be like "ok, my turn now!". Its hard to compete with such strong characters like the phantom and Christine. His character is just there for tension. Just saying, he has to overact so he can be noticed on a stage filled with far better characters. Let the hate comments come!

[@MarcDanielPatrick]

Haha. No hate. I think thats a good point.

[@amandamuniz8231]

I also recognized that they changed the lyrics! I was a little thrown off lol. But Sierra Boggess delivers this song really well! Love her voice.

[@malialaguisa4797]

She performed this beautifully. Perfect enunciation and control. And she is acting with her face and eyes beautifully. I always pictures Christine like a delicate little bird and that is exactly how she embodies her here

[@debra333]

I love to watch you watching such musical performances. You feel music so ... honestly. Thank you, Marc.🤗

[@NOONE-cd4gu]

She has the voice of a literal angel😍. Her voice is so warm and gentle but also powerful. She sounds like a songbird

[@potato-rn4eh]

as an audience member, if raoul didn’t react the way he did here during think of me, i might have trouble finding him in the opera box. especially in that venue.

[@daniellebrozovic7178]

Can’t wait to watch my favourite KZbinr!!!!!

[@MarcDanielPatrick]

😘😘😘

[@AtMyHappyPlace]

Can I tell you, I enjoy watching the endearing way you look at her as much as I enjoy listening to her. So sweet!

[@corvus1374]

Could you react to Philip Quast, "Stars"? My favorite song from my favorite musical, sung by my favorite performer.

[@jlsebold137]

Left turn - I never ever ever thought that ANYONE could replace Philip Quast as *my* Javert. And then Michael Ball happened. Watch his Stars from the 2019 stages version - that absolutely brought me to GIANT ugly sobs.

[@francisk6390]

“It’s not that high” Laughs thinking it’s a joke Wait he was serious? Cries in bass

[@Schoolgirl325]

For sopranos, it goes to about a Bb5 or a C6, depending on the key. The highest note most trained coloratura sopranos can get up to is about an F6 or F#6. The highest note Christine sings in Phantom is about an E6. She’s supposed to be a coloratura soprano. Even still, I’ve read that a lot of the Christines record that E6.

[@susanboyd6592]

It is rare for even a coloratura to hit that high.

[@MissMaggiemouse13]

“It’s not insanely high” ...laughing over here as a contralto.

[@cricket778]

I do love Phantom. From the “Gentlemen!”, I was chills throughout. Another excellent breakdown of a stellar performance.

[@excaria5949]

YES thank you for delivering that POTO content! I would love to see more POTO reactions, perhaps including Hadley or Ramin as well. Maybe All I Ask of You or any of the big Phantom moments?

[@MarcDanielPatrick]

More Phantom to come for sure.

[@dianeshepherdlyricsoprano1394]

We watched the Phantom show on TV a while ago (and kept it on our list). It was the first time I had heard the song performed in the way that Sierra does and I was transfixed. I deleted my previous rendition from my YT channel and took direction from her. I recorded it again and uploaded it. I feel I can improve more and will keep working on it. Thank you for this - I love listening to your reactions to these wonderful songs, but this is my favourite by far.

[@kulolo808]

That last note is how I sound like every time I see my quarantine weight lol

[@mavanslembrouck5508]

Hahahaha. That was epic!

[@courtbrisan23]

Personally, this is my favorite filmed version of the Phantom of the Opera. You should react to the Final Lair scene in this production. Ramin, Sierra and Hadley's performances are phenomenal and there are so many subtle moments during that scene.

[@elisabethandersson7483]

I saw this at Cinema Roy in Gothenburg, Sweden, directly from The Royal Albert Hall 2011 and it was absolutely wonderful!

[@davidbangtson3109]

You can probably tell that I am slowly trying to catch up with all of your reacts. I just love that there is a knowledgeable reactor out there for show music, a niche which is sorely underrepresented. Thank you for helping to fill that niche!

[@ShalomDove]

“Find me a Raul who doesn’t overact... this isn’t about him I guess.” This makes me very curious to hear your thoughts on Hadley Fraser’s performance here. Would you please make that video, as well?

[@willwalker24601]

It's a high Bb in most productions... but in the one they actually raised the key and it's actually a high C

[@NOONE-cd4gu]

Chills. Literal chills. The cadenza was perfection

[@Eggsther]

New subscriber here I really appreciate how you analyze each technique and overall performance of an actor/actress You also mentioned that we can even send you videos of us singing but i dont want to make your ears bleed lol Just wanted to say that keep up the content and thank you for giving us this during quarantine

[@MarcDanielPatrick]

Haha. You wouldnt i've heard it all. And its not about where you're at now, its where you can end up. Thank you so much for the support.

[@Makeji]

I agree about the transition from the frightened Christine hearing what they said and saying I'll show you with her eyes or a look. One of the few beats she missed from an acting standpoint.

[@joannepann-kydd9697]

The look on your face when you're watching her. 😍

[@thomasbradley4505]

I’m not sure if there is any video, but Lisa Vroman played Christine for the entire 5 year run of Phantom of the Opera in San Francisco. I saw her 4 times and she was amazing

[@thomasbradley4505]

Would love to see a reaction to Love Never Dies performed by either Sierra Bogess (not sure of the video quality of her performance) or Anna O’Byrne from the Australian filmed production

[@inesdeerausquin5658]

@@thomasbradley4505 Anna O' Byrne for sure. Sierra is a perfect younger Christine, but Anna owns the older role -- the richness and power of her voice are exactly what the music needs.

[@brookiieleetylahh]

Phantom of the Opera is without a doubt my most favourite musicals of all time, and Sierra Boggess is one of my favourite Christines (other than Sarah Brightman, of course!). Can you react to “Love Never Dies” by Anna O’Byrne :)

[@Hakausu]

I love your reviews/reactions! They are honest, intelligent and so instructive!

[@MarcDanielPatrick]

Thank you so much.

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[@KayDubs77]

This took me back to my singing days and my 4ft 10in - 95 lb vocal coach absolutely nailing this song despite looking like a stiff breeze would knock her over. She always told me to look down on those high notes, don't reach up for them. Sadly, I don't sing as much as I used to, and my lazy behind wants to insist I'm an alto now (instead of actually putting in the work to be the soprano I am), but I deeply enjoy your reaction videos and your insights on musical theatre.

[@CarissaBreanne]

Phantom is definitely one of my favs, I've seen it 3 times and Christine has always been a dream role of mine! I would be very interested to her your opinion on Emmy Rossum's portrayal of her. :)

[@malloryfallon6394]

me too!!! Christine Daae is one of my dream roles

[@eristineforever6934]

Christine is a dream role of mine too.

[@williamrowley2019]

Brilliant video! Would love you to do one of No Good Deed from Wicked!! I just love that song and would love to have someone analyse it like this!!

[@ray-wp2ux]

love sierra so much!! she’s my favorite christine! please react to music of the night sung by ramin ft sierra! i think he’s the most fantastic phantom and has a gorgeous voice and makes amazing acting choices, and sierra’s acting while he sings is absolutely incredible as well

[@tacom1]

Happy to have found your channel, very interesting, the way you look at Sierra is the way I look at her too. She is astonishing beautiful and my god what a voice!

[@melp.1942]

I love her performance. As for the comment about her reacting to the theater owners' reactions in the beginning, I don't totally disagree with your comment about maybe having the character react to their comments but for me, this is when the change comes over her and she is overtaken with the music and isn't singing for anyone else but herself and her teacher (Phantom) at this point and is just lost in the performance. :-) This is my all-time favorite play. There are some close seconds. I was blessed to see Yul Brynner in the King and I, Donald O'Connor in Showboat, etc. back in the 80s. I saw Phantom with Michael Crawford in LA but never Sarah Brightman. I have seen it probably 10 times over the years, lol, and Sierra is amazing.

[@paulthompson5940]

Wow, I've listened to and watched MANY "coach reactions". None like yours... none with such insite, explanation, and thorough detailing of what makes a note, a word, or phrasing work so well. Truly impressive. Going to watch all of your videos. Thank you. Would love to hear you react to Linda Eder !!!!

[@sugarbaby1974]

You're correct, the lyrics have been changed. The lyrics have gone through multiple incarnations, even tiny ones, since it's original run in London. Richard Stilgoe, wrote most of the original lyrics for the production. Charles Hart later rewrote many of the lyrics, along with original lyrics for Think of Me and he has confessed to futzing with the lyrics to most of the "big" songs nearly every time it's been revamped (i.e., new production, new direction, restaging, etc.) to achieve the perfection that matches the music (his words, not mine). I saw PotO over 30 years ago on a school trip in Toronto (with original Canadian Phantom, Colm Wilkinson, and yes, he was entrancing) where I bought the libretto with making-of information, still have it, and many of the lyrics have been changed over the years. Same with the title song, Wishing You Were Here Again (it used to end like the original London cast recording, with the single, quiet "let me say goodbye" and not the bombastic second "let me say goodBYYYYEEEEEE" that it is now; I personally prefer the quiet, sad ending), Music of the Night, Past the Point of No Return. I think the only one that hasn't been changed is Masquerade, at least not in any versions I've seen so far.

[@vl3709]

I’d love to see you react too/ analyze Raul Esparza singing Being Alive from Company. Thanks for the awesome videos!

[@annacairns]

I have the dvd of the 25th and some of these camera angles aren't on the dvd. I was watching earlier. I wonder if they recorded a matinee and evening. And used the best one? Anyone else notice this? Her voice is lovely. And it suits the character perfectly.

[@halwaffles]

they had three performances and used the best footage from each in the 25th anniversary

[@annacairns]

@@halwaffles Thank you for letting me know. I did wonder. So I wasn't to far off. Thanks for replying 🙂

[@halwaffles]

@@annacairns no problem!

[@parkerpossessed]

I just found your channel today, and I'm thrilled to bits to see a vocal coach who's as into musicals (as I am) as you are! I hit 'subscribe' once I saw you tear up in reaction to Michael Ball & Lea Salonga's duet. I'd be keen to see your reaction to Hadley Fraser's performance of Again, by Scott Alan; that would be the opposite end of the spectrum compared to his portrayal of Raoul, in terms of subtlety, and it is IMHO a masterclass in acting and getting into character in just one song.

[@MarcDanielPatrick]

I'll take a look at it for sure. Thanks for the support! Appreciate it.

[@marymarynska8410]

hi Marc! I'm awfully curious what do you think about Josh Young's performance of "Bring on the men" from Broadway Backwards (it's available here on KZbin) - I like his subdued take on it a LOT, wonder what you'd say!

[@MarcDanielPatrick]

I dont think I have seen it before, I'll happily go take a look.

[@andrejnawoj8471]

Any choreography before the transition tells me she's either watched and learned Carlotta's choreo (with all of that free time that Christine has between dance rehearsals, Phantom coachings, and presumably meals at some point) or that she's real ballsy and just going for it

[@yenee94]

Watching this, I'd also love you reacting to another ALW musical, Jesus Christ Superstar. Specifically Steve Balsamo's performance of Gethsemane. He's SO GOOD!!!

[@MarcDanielPatrick]

Good choice.

[@JenniPowers]

Just binged watch all your videos and no regrets! I love your POV and I really enjoying watching them! GREAT VIDS❤️❤️

[@MarcDanielPatrick]

Ah wow. Thank you so much.

[@chanteuse-ro3kf]

I love this. Thank you so much for the tips. Can you give tips with the phantom title song as well?

[@desireeochoa1354]

LOVE The Phantom of the Opera. Never understood why Christine didn't choose the Phantom . Yes, he murders and lies and is crazy...but he's crazy in love, sensual, better voice, brilliant, knows how to make an entrance. F Raoul, Erik is #1.

[@broduel]

PLEAAAASSSEE react to till i hear you sing from LND, the range is crazy for a baritone role

[@elizaplaku968]

Yeah but Ramin was and is a tenor so

[@broduel]

Eliza Plaku ramin wasn’t the only erik in lnd nor is he a tenor 😌

[@NOONE-cd4gu]

@@broduel i know but the role was created for him and the score was written for to fit his voice ( thats what Andrew Lloyd Webber has said) . So the score was originally written for a tenor , if a baritone has played it they probably have lowered it to one or two notes its my guess. Like they did with Emmy in the 2004 movie. She couldnt hit the high E in the title song so they lowered it. My guess tho. Have a nice day

[@elizaplaku968]

@@broduel oh shit sorry i accidentally replied with my other account🤦‍♀️😂

[@melissam597]

Justin C I’d have definitely said Ramin was a tenor. Ben has a deeper voice.

[@madih4586]

PLEASE react to her and Ramin's Past the Point of No Return. ♥️

[@Hegder]

I'm glad you mentioned Sierra's vowel sounds. I really like her voice but I think sometimes the way she changes the vowel sounds to get the notes is slightly too exaggerated and it affects her diction.

[@meganomahoney5450]

I have played Christine in phantom of the opera at my house on Thursday 27th of July 2021 for my granddad die on Sunday 6th of June

[@richardk.4503]

A great reaction as always. I would love to see you do one with an opera aria. Something like Diana Damrau's Der hölle Rache or Jessey Norman's When i am laid in earth.

[@ilsaruthen5478]

O.k., I'm gonna give this one last shot, Any fan of Phantom has to check out the Phantom 30th Anniversary encore performance video posted on Ben Forster Base (the 44min. version). There are brilliant performances by Sierra and others, and a performance of "All I Ask of You" (at 25:42) with Hadley and Michael Ball that is unforgettable and makes you wonder if the end of LND wasn't what ALW had in mind all along. Marc, if you don't check this out you're missing a real treat!

[@FranciscanGypsy]

Can you do a video on the song Six from the musical Six... maybe the video from the 2019 Olivier Awards? I’m interested on your take. God Bless, Tahlia

[@jacintahallman24]

Yeeeeeessss!!! 🥰 Love her so much, thank you!!!

[@tpward]

Hi! I just recently came across your channel and enjoy your videos. I'll apologize in advance, I think my comment is going to be somewhat of a ramble. First, Sierra Boggess, doesn't get any better. I have a feeling she is Andrew Lloyd Weber's favorite Christine, well maybe 2nd favorite after his ex wife. He hand picked Sierra for the performance you showed which is from the 25th anniversary gala in London, and Weber and Bogess have done several KZbin videos together. Bogess with Ramin Karimloo together in Phanton is pure perfection - plus Karimloo is very easy on the eyes :) When Boggess did Phantom on Broadway she did a vlog for Broadway.com where her personality is on full display. What I find interesting after hearing her talk so much in the vlogs, is that her singing voice was a surprise to me, her speaking voice seems much lower and often a bit raspy and yet her singing voice is brilliant - I just find that interesting. I would love to see Boggess play Eliza in Hamilton. I agree with your "over acting" comment about Raul. I watched an interesting documentary on the making of Phantom (original London and Broadway productions) - the legendary Hal Prince directed and he was such a controlling person, I have to imagine he directed Raul in that over acting style, but it always strikes me as overdone. Another great performance of "Think of me" is from the film, Emmy Rossum was only 16 when it was filmed, I thought she was brilliant, but studio work is studio work and can't really be compared to live theater.

[@MarcDanielPatrick]

Thank you so much for sharing all of your insight Timothy, appreciate it.

[@melissam597]

Timothy Ward I do wish Sierra had been in more shows, her resume is very much dominated by Phantom/Disney but she has such versatility. I did hear she auditioned for My Fair Lady on Broadway but didn’t get it ☹️ She is really good at Rodgers & Hammerstein so I hope she is cast in Sound of Music or South Pacific at some point in the not too distant future. Unfortunately I don’t see her being cast as Eliza as Hamilton seems to favour casting non-white actors. And yeah, Andrew has more or less called her one of his top favourite Christines. He also said he would marry her if given the chance ( 😒😣😓)

[@lisaposadas4557]

I mean, it’s not a show, but when Patrick Wilson plays Raul in the movie, he doesn’t over react haha he’s probably my favorite.

[@christianbrunig9485]

Thank you very much. I am from Germany and I didn`t understand very much. My Englisch isn`t good. But the Song is one oft the best songs oaf Phantom or Andrew Llyod Webber. And Christinie have to touch the hearts oft the people and have to take them with her.

[@asdffaslddfhnlasf]

Love this channel! I don't sub to many youtube channels, but you made my list.

[@MarcDanielPatrick]

Such an honour. Thank you Dan.

[@pauc.f.8146]

I love Patrick Wilson´s Raoul. Maybe it has to do with the movie format, but I would say his isn´t overly dramatic. I do adore him.

[@hollyludvigsen6763]

Ramin Karimloo’s Til I hear you sing please!!!!

[@kingofmeereen]

It’s a C6, not a Bb5.

[@willwalker24601]

Thank you, I was looking for a comment that was going to mention it... the reason he said Bb5 is the original song had it at a Bb5... but they raised the key in this one 😆

[@kingofmeereen]

@@willwalker24601 no the original still had it at a C6, as in Sarah Brightman’s original. Emmy Rossum’s key in the movie was lowered so it was a Bb5.

[@kadysykora]

Seriously my new favorite KZbin Channel.

[@MarcDanielPatrick]

Aww. thank you so much. 🙏

[@dawnvaughan6938]

Please do the movie version of All I Ask of You! That Raul is wonderful. Please forgive my spelling.