Noah Galvin- Waving Through a Window from Dear Evan Hansen

One Night with the Stars: Presented by Wigs and Wishes by Martino Cartier, The Theater at Madison Square Garden, December 4, 2017
Shoutout to Broadway Roulette for the tickets!
(I don't own any part of this song btw)

[@ronnieangelo4555]

I'm here after Ben's announcement. I'M SO HAPPY FOR THEM

[@vivianingram2990]

Hail Hydrangea same! I love both of them!

[@AdolfoCoronadoDYC1980]

Me too

[@elanabarber3362]

To be honest, when I heard that Ben Platt was leaving DEH and he was replacing him I was skeptical. When I saw the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade I was impressed by his voice. Hearing this assures me he is great for this part. He sounds more like an actual High School Senior. Lovely voice and I hope to see you live some day. Edit: thanks for 300 likes!

[@rosemarie4420]

Most of the parade performances were lip synced.

[@oitgvjutddfgh]

Do you maybe know why Ben left?

[@chocolatesouljah]

Ben was at the end of his contract. He's established quite a name for himself in DEH and is ready for new opportunities. Doing 8 shows a week singing this score is challenging. Ben cut down to 6 shows due to vocal strain. He did do all 8 shows for his final week cuz to a degree there was nothing to lose. He could leave the show and stop singing all those challenging songs and get some real rest. He could have easily renewed his contract but after months off Broadway and almost a year on Broadway it was time for him to move on.

[@oitgvjutddfgh]

Chocolate Souljah Aha ok, thanks for the vast answer 😊

[@garrettwilliams870]

Something that I thought about during the DEH transition from Platt to Galvin was that if Ben Platt stayed around for too long, the show would die once he left. I think it was a good choice for them to switch them out right before the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade so people immediately started associating Galvin with DEH.

[@tlh2188]

Ben Platt couldn't stay in this role forever, just as every Broadway star cannot. Noah does a terrific job.

[@tlh2188]

Pitt udostępnia Noah is good at playing shy and meek. Ben played the social awkwardness and hyper anxious very well, he portrayed the pain and chaos of mental illness to perfection. Both are top notch singers.

[@trixcereals]

It's so refreshing to hear a different version of this song. Break legs on your Broadway run, Noah! :)

[@musicgirl3668]

Wouldn't it be appropriate to say 'break an arm'? *wink wink nudge nudge*

[@annaoggier9340]

i see what u did there!!

[@liste84]

Cindy Tran DAMN IT I was going to write that XD

[@meganpayne9332]

He sounds young and vulnerable... I like that

[@1022slyfox]

Just gonna go and ASSUME you mean that in the most innocent and sincere way possible..... I just binge watched a ton of chris hansen NBC dateline videos so my view might be a tad skewed rn...

[@meganpayne9332]

Cyrus Johnson I mean how his voice sounds like someone who is in high school and doesn't understand himself or the world yet. I was comparing it to how Ben platt had more of a mature voice, not that it was bad. I just like how Gavin sounds more unsure. I did not mean it in a perverse way? I can't believe I even have to say that 😂

[@1022slyfox]

psst i know u didnt xd i didnt think youd take it seriously - my bad haha. btw relating to the musical i like his voice too c: its a good fit for a highschooler ~ im gonna miss Ben though :(

[@meganpayne9332]

Cyrus Johnson oh sorry 😂 you can never know it KZbin 🙃😂

[@Victoria-hi6ij]

omggg that's dark😂😂😂😂😂with is literally me😐😐😂😂😂

[@ashareeoo]

I wish we could stop the whole "I like ____ better" thing with musicals. A huge part of musical theatre is that you may fall in love with a soundtrack/production, but chances are you'll never see that exact presentation. It's frustrating, but kind of cool too to see other interpretations 😊

[@ashareeoo]

Sara Moore Absolutely! By letting go of the singular version you've seen of a character, or even a production, it's so much easier to find things that you like about that version! 😊❤️

[@victordunson719]

Ashley N , On the contrary I love the comparisons and different interpretations. It is just part of the experience when you have such an iconic originator of a role like the incredible Ben Platt.

[@beefstroganoff1774]

I mean this comment is basically just saying you don't like when people express opinions. However, I'm sure it wasn't meant that way but I enjoy when people have different opinions as long as they don't force it on each other. Different opinions spark conversation and can be interesting to see from someone else's point of view. However, to be hateful in your opinion is very different.

[@ashareeoo]

@@beefstroganoff1774 Absolutely agree! Wrote this years ago, but I believe I was trying to encourage a more open mindedness in how groups online often remain closed minded about who can play a role "best", where it's more of an argument than a statement. As long as there's no spite, hatred, or "I'm right and you're wrong," I think comparing and contrasting varying performances is awesome! It's something I love so much with theatre, especially in regards to the endless casts that have done Phantom worldwide. Glad you're sharing this perspective with those that might struggle with it 😊

[@purplesunflower7778]

I agree. Obviously I love ben, but noah Galvin is awesome as well

[@janella.9997]

wait aROUND

[@kimdale3820]

BDHALVHDSLJBDSKVJDBSKVSDBVLSDLSD SAME

[@trisfairy]

E L L A LMAO DEAD

[@prcs420]

I geniunely love how he does that

[@syaf-fura9385]

y E S

[@smileydweeb3611]

which part was that?

[@rebeccajay2817]

He did a fantastic job with this song. His voice is solid, and it carries emotion well. He sounds believable as a high schooler, and his approach to the higher notes makes him sound young. His voice is a great fit for the role, and based on the songs we've heard him sing so far, he will do, and is doing, an incredible job.

[@rebeccajay2817]

To add, he hasn't been playing the role for very long, and usually as the run goes on, an actor newer to a role will get better and better as they become more comfortable playing it. It would be unfair to judge someone's performance from near the beginning of their run to a performance from the OBC actor who was more comfortable and played the role longer.

[@kassandralara6197]

To everyone saying smack about Noah Galvin be quiet. He is an adorable little bean. I saw him perform in DEH and he was incredible. I met him at the stage door and it was the best. Don’t judge before you see. His words fail was phenomenal.

[@nicoisabutt]

y'know, i was unsure at first. He doesn't look like 'evan hansen' but that's because i think we're all so used to Ben Platt and the fanart of Evan were he's that lil blonde teen with anxiety. but i think his voice works better? (i love ben platt, but noah sounds like he's actually a teen and is vulnerable? I think i need to hear his rendition of 'Words Fail' before I really make any judgement though. Ben's emotion in Words Fail was stunning)

[@buckybarnes3015]

yes agreed, i first saw the show with noah and after listening to ben's version I believe in noah's much more. He actually looks like he's in high school and his emotion and tone is definitely different and i like the way he portrays vulnerability

[@arianna4658]

The fact that this video is 4 minutes and 20 seconds long... Connor would be proud

[@cosmiclove1324]

💀

[@mayealicemusic]

STOP👏COMPARING👏BROADWAY 👏ACTORS👏THEY👏ARE👏THEIR👏OWN👏PEOPLE

[@austinsvidz]

You can compare and still appreciate, just saying 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@odinudin4313]

@@austinsvidz ^^^

[@rosatodd5763]

wait arOuNd

[@syaf-fura9385]

Rosa Todd hNNHDJDJD LMAO

[@natalyzuniga713]

LMAO I READ DIS WHEN HE SANG IT

[@connorlee3761]

I know I hate it, it doesn’t help his case on if he’s any comparison to Ben

[@evajohnson7483]

After listening to The Two Princes, all I can here is Rupert 😅 ugh I love Noah sm

[@otakugirl5512]

Eva Johnson The Two Princes is EXACTLY why I’m watching this.

[@xJustineLunax6666]

@@otakugirl5512 Same here

[@osiotriziazyriner.453]

+Eva Johnson Same 😆 (I just started listening to that podcast recently 😅 and I love it- ❤)

[@inrzkita]

i was looking for someone to mention two princes cuz i just finished it and now i cant stop watching noah galvin i-

[@sean_lucas_]

YES THIS LMAOOO

[@lnh7199]

This was amazing, I love the way Noah interprets Evan

[@onlyripley]

I came to watch him sing because I listened to him in The Two Princes

[@leleyo7082]

Rupert 🥺🥺

[@sparrowarmstrong4387]

s a m e

[@livc3390]

Anyone else think he would be a good Jeremy in Be More Chill?

[@sylvie1459]

I thought he was Jeremy from be more chill so.........

[@whimky561]

definitely

[@theunboxenbox336]

Definitely

[@чипчилинка-ц5ф]

When he started singing my first thought was "He sounds like Will Connolly omg-"

[@haileedavid7613]

It makes me so happy that Noah Galvin and Ben Platt are friends in real life.

[@mauralavenders]

Hailee Marquis we now know they are more than friends

[@Queenbee-lo5ot]

Oop-

[@autumncorry-south8784]

And they were roommates-

[@purplesunflower7778]

They are dating

[@kv7254]

i gotta say, his voice feels refreshing- ♡

[@j.j.225]

I may be in love with him from just the first like 20 seconds

[@mythomagicked5737]

J. J. I think everyone may be in love with him from the first 20 seconds honestly

[@bluuebye1991]

yesssss I love him as Evan sooo much! I can't wait for more stuff to be released! I was completely struck by his "WAVING" at the end wow. Also really happy because this is the first video where none of the comments have been "Ben is better" or "not the same" cause they are two different people with different styles and I think they are both amazing!!

[@sanneottenhof2675]

He is lovely. I love how he tells the story and his voice is so smooth and nice.

[@katherinelei6688]

noah is a phenomenal evan. saw him on broadway Dec 23. couldn't ask for better. we're so blessed.

[@paigethepigeon9602]

This was awesome! Ben was great, and you’re pretty perfect for the part too!

[@madelynnewsom5780]

some might evan say....almost as pitch perfect as Ben... See what I did there? (btw I meant to say evan instead of even)

[@shannondavidson672]

Oop he has a "cradle me in your arms, my fangirls" kind of voice. Good thing I have two arms. But wait... wHeRE wiLL I fiT CONNor

[@Atlantya]

Shannon Davidson This may be the creepiest comment I've ever read.

[@shannondavidson672]

Atlantya I'm a child 😅 Please don't take this the wrong way.

[@kajsa_42]

Shannon Davidson YOU ARE ME

[@shannondavidson672]

Cliquey McPilot lol

[@mj-sq7ii]

Shannon Davidson this scares me

[@zeynand4039]

So amazing! Love his voice.

[@alexs.3383]

Really want to see Taylor Trensch's version of Waving Through a Window too!!

[@dieselpop363]

Alex S. Its not amazing. I saw him on broadway and he couldnt hit the ending. But he was still fantastic acting wise.

[@victordunson719]

Diesel Pop , I concur. Saw him at end of last month and it just wasn’t good. His boyfriend Ben Levi Ross ( touring Evan Hansen ) is much better.

[@alexmz123]

victor dunson even if they adjusted the pitch? That’s sad.

[@jasmynjohnson4346]

I am SO GLAD that he stopped trying to copy Ben. He was trying to do that a lot in the first few previews i saw with him and you could tell when he would strain his voice and try to replicate it exactly. He seems a lot more comfortable now and free to take the role in the direction HE wants to :D

[@eiiishes3073]

WHAT A NICE BIRTHDAY PRESENT

[@lmaoblvd4954]

Tay Tay HAPPY LATE BIRTHDAY 🎉🎉🎉

[@hollyhorsfall1063]

Ngl I love the way he does ‘wait around’

[@prcs420]

I actually love how he does the wait around bit idk y

[@bonslydapokemon2838]

nu

[@blakeferrante7577]

He sounds very nasally I think

[@zenith.4427]

It’s so great, I don’t care if he sounds nasally or whatever anyone says, Noah’s wait around is amazing

[@sparrowarmstrong4387]

i would like this but it's at 69 comments and would like to keep it that way

[@marypevey9567]

His voice is amazing!! But I worry that his emotional connection isn't as strong as it could be. Ben ugly cried every performance and I really want whoever takes over for him to be able to give that same emotional performance that makes you want to cry too!

[@lilyk.4873]

i saw DEH a couple days after Ben left and Noah's emotional levels were incredible and he cried multiple times!:)

[@marypevey9567]

Lily K. That's awesome! It makes me feel better to know he's doing well with the character!

[@kimc207]

The ugly crying doesn't happen until 'Words Fail' in Act 2. Edit to add: and some in Act 1, I'll admit.

[@wizarddemigod2591]

Words Fail live by Ben Platt really gets me.

[@hannaletzring4517]

You also have to keep in mind that Ben helped make the character who he is. That means that no one will ever reach that level of connectedness or personal understanding. Not that Noah can't do it, just that every character you make has at least a small piece of you. Evan was created in the image of Ben, so it simply can't be the same and we can't judge Noah for it.

[@mikaylasouza6003]

I’ve seen Noah grow as he performed for 8 years at this point because he is a family friend of mine. I saw this show and am obsessed. I personally believe he plays the role much better and more believable than Ben and I’m not saying this because of how well I know his skill. He puts on an amazing performance and so does everyone. Don’t put down other actors because of personal preference. They all made it to broadway, so clearly theyre all amazing in their own ways.

[@chai7218]

NOAH GALVIN IS THE BEST BOY

[@kennedypaige3178]

i love him so much! i've seen some comments saying he wasn't that emotional but you have to remember that no one will ever be as emotional as ben platt. noah actually sounds more like a high schooler and i feel like he sounds a but more vulnerable. i'm super excited to see what his future holds!

[@rednaskela]

*video starts* *few seconds later* Me: Ok, he is really good *minute later* Me: He is REALLY, REALLY GOOD

[@emiliobello2538]

Noah was great in The Good Doctor

[@mari-su8up]

He is amazing like I am speechless... Amazing

[@emmamadison1289]

MY MY GOD I LOVE THIS SO MUCH

[@sophiathiele3121]

we start with stars in our EEYESSSS... *later* wait aROUND i’m in love HIS AROUNDS

[@zoiealger]

I still see Noah Galvin as Kenny O’Neal....

[@mythomagicked5737]

I was really shocked when I heard that Ben Platt was leaving DEH, but hearing Noah Galvin play Evan makes me really glad, because he does it really well! And I think his voice resembles more of a high school senior, plus he really shines a new light on Evan.

[@AlishaOrtiz]

Great voice. Love him. I hope I get to see him live. I saw Colton Ryan and he was great. Love you Noah

[@ChantelMarie]

XO_Alisha_XO see it before the end of January and you’ll get Noah. Taylor Trensch takes over the end of January

[@saschahoupt6177]

Okay but how incredible was Colton, amirite? I saw him too.

[@AnonymousUser-fh5pt]

Sascha Houpt Colton was great!! Amazing

[@abeeluvz]

I LOVE I LOVE, THIS IS MY EVAN I WILL PROTECT THIS VUNRABLE VOICE OMG

[@victordunson719]

Yassssssssssss Noah, you did THAT ❤️

[@Ltrvls]

I hope he still plays the character when they go on tour in Vegas January 2019! cannot wait to see this show. I heard this song and I was immediately hooked.

[@leahthai2040]

420 Connor would’ve wanted this

[@KarolineSvanhild0902]

I love Noah’s version of the song! Really hoping to get into the city and see him before he leaves.

[@Louise-jx6lp]

His high notes are better than ben's but overall doesnt have as much emotion - he tries to add emotion by shouting parts but thats not the right way to go about it. I loved his performance though, he sounds more like a high school senior and i think he'll be great

[@jammyvillaruel]

Louise well this is his broadway debut, so let's give him a chance. 😊

[@leadalaaker]

What are you talking about?? He has so much emotion!!

[@CastratedBeaver]

I totally agree, its great but Ben had LOTS of emotion in his singing.

[@jammyvillaruel]

Jessica Bernardo wdym it's not?

[@Platinum400]

Yeah but that’s because Noah’s Voice is smaller and lighter, but I think they’re both really good singers.

[@ziamabanag7068]

NOAH AND BEN ARE JUST THE BEST EVAN HANSEN EVER

[@grannsquares]

Hi my name's jasmine masters and i've got something to say: Alright y'alls i'm giving the benefit of the doubt to whomever talks about how person a is better than person b just because we have our own pace of processing things. However, i hope you please get over it soon because nothing's ever permanent sweetie, this boy has been chosen to play a role that's been established with success by the actors who previously played it and that should be more than enough to be saying something abt his talent. Xx

[@akikoko]

I love Noah Galvin but I can’t help thinking that Prince Rupert the First is singing and it makes my heart burst!! (If you get it you get it, and if you don’t: GO WATCH THE TWO PRINCES PODCAST 💕)

[@xJustineLunax6666]

OMG SAME HERE!!!!

[@kaelynswartz2902]

I think he’s an amazing Evan with a voice for the part. He portrays the vulnerable 17 year old with anxiety better than Ben imo, however Bens voice seemed fuller and had more depth. I still think for the part of Evan someone like Noah is better.

[@samuelhayden1887]

At first I thought I wouldn’t like him but now I’ve heard his voice and wish I could buy tickets

[@robertregalbuto542]

glad he bounced back after they cancelled his show. i loved it

[@RobertSchmitt]

Noah has a great voice. He does a fantastic job as Evan.

[@jessieellen6336]

I’m so pleased by all the positivity in the comments! Ben was good but that doesn’t mean he can’t be go for the part too

[@remuslupin4071]

Am I the only person who is here after listening to the two princes podcast? btw Noah version of this song is coool

[@kathrynrose549]

Wow. Prince Rupert is a good singer.

[@pickle8636]

Ikr

[@boomaha325]

Noble effort. His first window-I is not all there and he's uncomfortable with "wait around" at every point. And his last chorus just doesn't pack enough punch. But he still managed to do diligent work at the very end. A worthy effort.

[@rinb4599]

I love both Evans

[@Generationrhino]

This so much better than the original guy

[@tiffanycourtney1028]

I saw him in the show recently. He did pretty well. I had some minor problems with his performance but he still did a great job overall.

[@jamani1086]

love me some noah

[@newcastlewriter9228]

I don’t like him as a person, but I’m sure he’ll do great as Evan. The people behind Dear Evan Hansen have reason for choosing Noah. I trust that they made the right decision.

[@sk-pd1ur]

This is exactly my thoughts

[@ChantelMarie]

Cannot stand him as a person and really don’t think he fits the bill. Laura looks like a cradle robber next to this kid. He’s too Young when considering the other cast members. I’m excited for Taylor Trensch though.

[@swagflag7168]

Why not?

[@swagflag7168]

what's wrong with him ? just curious

[@YiningDai]

I think it has something to do with his previous tv show 'real o'neals', which has some biphobic moments

[@iamalex2886]

I LOVE THIS VERSION SO MUCH AH I LOVE HIM

[@naranciasgf3102]

protect him.

[@sleepysal7410]

I love him so much ❤️ if I ever see him I just wanna scream at him "HUG ME!"

[@karmen181]

Damn I need to see him as a full Evan !! He’s doing great on the good doc right now

[@emiliobello2538]

He would be too old soon. Hopefully fast, he looks more like a teenager than Ben

[@karmen181]

@@emiliobello2538 He was the second Evan that's how him and Ben originally met . I loved him for a long time . He's super talented.

[@emiliobello2538]

@@karmen181 this was the only time two people who played the same character would have dated

[@karmen181]

@@emiliobello2538 is it? I don't pay attention that my h

[@emiliobello2538]

@@karmen181 yes

[@Victoria-hi6ij]

he reminds me of the show be more chill

[@abbigailbulluck4075]

Nothing compared to the main, the myth, the legend himself.....Ben platt.

[@grantaireaghast2351]

Abbigail Bulluck true, although Noah does well, Ben will still be the best

[@saschahoupt6177]

Okay but like nobody but Ben Platt can be Ben Platt. And Ben couldn't stay with the show forever. He had to be replaced eventually, and I'm glad Noah was the one to do it!

[@swirlwing7369]

Ben Platt will always be the one true Evan Hansen, For Forever.

[@legoindiecomments1344]

SwirlWing That's ridiculous. There's no true person for any role, and that's just how the show industry works. It boils down to opinion in the end. Yes, I prefer Ben Platt as well but I've heard people replace the original cast for shows that I definitely prefer. There's a reason they're fictional characters in a script, because every director's idea of how a character should be portrayed differently.

[@annaoggier9340]

Noah is pure and a gem..... WOW! he is great and amazing!!!

[@sparxso9122]

Oh god this makes me ugly cry and I’m not sure why

[@carlyjohnson7069]

He has a nice voice but I feel like he plays it too safe

[@matenain3101]

Carly Johnson he'll find himself. Ben had workshops and Washington to find himself, Noah will too!

[@mayealicemusic]

LET HIM GROW

[@guacyslush]

I absolutely love his voice!!

[@rina_zira]

YES

[@alyssabuback529]

great voice just some parts he breathed where it was unnecessary and separated phrases that in my opinion should not have been separated. I think he will be great in DEH but it will be hard to make up for ben

[@beverleykatherine]

I love his voice, though he lacks the vocal passion and desperation needed for this song!

[@purplesunflower7778]

No he doesnt he sounds great

[@sophiedamore4391]

Obviously he’ll never compare to Ben, but he’s pretty great. The only thing that bothered me a little was how hard he pronounced his ‘r’ sounds. As a theatre kid, the hard ‘r’ has always been a pet peeve of mine, ahah.

[@annastasiaonstage]

I would love to see Noah's interpretation of Jeremy in Be More Chill

[@pauline9970]

Noah is amazing!

[@grantaireaghast2351]

His young voice suits his role 💗

[@allisongorman1199]

I may have only found this because I was wondering if he voiced Rupert or Amir on The Two Princes.

[@xJustineLunax6666]

OMG same

[@canvisart1251]

YES NOAH IM SO PROUD OF YOU

[@rosagutierrez5129]

HES SO GOOD I LOVE HIM

[@weronika4320]

Good job!

[@charliecharlez]

Eunice I'm dead

[@weronika4320]

Charles Figueroa what do you mean? :)

[@charliecharlez]

Wrong reply mahhh bad. But I agreed they did a great job to the recording and the performance 😂

[@danromero]

He sounds great. But can we discuss the ridiculous number of lighting changes? So distracting.

[@christalcavanaugh]

Does anyone have the clip of him singing words fail? Either it’s been deleted or I just can’t find it anymore :(

[@notactuallywill3620]

I do!

[@miapena4280]

They found a good replacement for Ben 😆

[@grantaireaghast2351]

A COMPLETELY DIFFERENT BUT STILL AS AWESOME AS BEN PLATT EVAN HANSEN

[@madelynnewsom5780]

Ben is gone... I'LL BE OKAY.....SOMEHOW

[@RegularOddball]

a tinier evan omgg

[@popaea_sabina]

Ohhhhh mmmyyyy goddddd Mmmaaannn I meannnn WHAT did i hear RIGHT NOW (⁠｡⁠☬⁠﹏⁠☬⁠｡⁠)

[@jamani1086]

love noah!

[@drkashner]

Love this, thanks

[@trb7153]

Nicely done. I wish Noah were the "permanent" replacement for BP. 'Nuff said.

[@paul28177]

it's a shame he's only doing it for 2 months :-(

[@sadiecakes3895]

Paul D is he really?

[@ivyneas8709]

i love him

[@lucilemcgregor]

It’s 2024. Noah and Ben are engaged

[@nina-mp5tt]

Damn his technique!