“Old Friends” - Cast of “Merrily We Roll Along” (Daniel Radcliffe, Jonathan Groff & Lindsay Mende…

[@Multilipstik]

Every time I see Daniel Radcliffe I can’t help but feel so impressed with what he has done with his career. Just the fact that he keeps trying new stuff and new mediums

[@brianeduardo1234]

I think he is hopeless can’t act at all

[@colonyofrats4193]

@@brianeduardo1234he’s literally nominated for a Tony

[@mooniejohnson]

He does *exactly* what I would do if I made it rich as an actor... just _do whatever_ because it's fun. No need to prove yourself.

[@Multilipstik]

@@mooniejohnson Yep. And yet for some reason it’s super rare. Like Rupert Grint didn’t make it as an actor. Emma Watson did, but she’s kinda sticking to “safe” role if that makes sense? And Tom Felton feels like is just stuck in his Draco Malfoy era, that’s pretty much all he talks about

[@philippatill9727]

@@Multilipstik sadly I think it is also what scripts and opportunities come through your door. Tom Felton is currently in a play at the Bristol Old Vic and I think its going well. I just hope they are all happy.

[@vlynnwatson6595]

Less than a minute in and we already get Groff-spit. The juiciest singer on Broadway!

[@josephsf2452]

Groff is hotter than hell 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@luukjoling1]

He gets wet.. 😂

[@barbicel]

Is not his fault. He gets wet

[@HikazePrincess]

I didn't catch it

[@mrbrightside69]

@@HikazePrincess :46 second mark. spit flying

[@CCelesteWhite]

And THAT is why the show has 7 Tony Nominations and all 3 of the leads are nominated. Brilliant!👏 They killed it! ❤

[@aggy5372]

They sounded great, but they looked a little bit like deer trapped in the headlights. My guess is because there's probably some sort of choreography number here and they're not used to doing it without.

[@kbye2321]

@@aggy5372 Yeah, they usually do some choreo in the show...

[@NicholsFan]

@@aggy5372They are moving all around the stage during the song so I’m sure it felt weird standing still.

[@tiananesbitt7156]

When are the Tonys?

[@MyLittleVideoPage]

​@@tiananesbitt7156Sunday, June 16, 2024

[@123liammchugh]

YES YES YES. Daniel Radcliffe is about the craft. He simply loves to act. And he is stood next to 2 musical theatre Giants and holding his own. I would give my kidney to watch this show on Broadway.

[@dijavert1761]

I saw Daniel Radcliffe in How to Succeed in Business years ago and I'm still shell shocked from his performance

[@peterpauze6728]

I was fortunate enough to see it on Broadway a few weeks ago and while I did not have to give up my kidney I suspect it would have been worth it. One of the best theatre experiences of my life. I've been a fan of this musical for 40 years, following it through all its many "cool concept, great songs, but it doesn't quite work" variations, but they finally cracked it, and a huge part of it is this cast. Amazing.

[@janem2684]

It so, so worth it! The experience of a life time. Go, go , go if you can

[@jeffreyyewell6540]

Amen, I've seen it twice. Worth it both times ​@@janem2684

[@TanayaAmar]

I just watched it this past Saturday!!! So good!!!

[@Miranda50709]

A Sondheim score is no easy feat to sing. I hope that baby is gonna let Lindsay have enough breath to sing this show until July. She's phenomenal.

[@nsn5564]

Heaven is Jonathan Groff singing to you.

[@mikayocc]

Sweet, kind, sexy, silly, insanely talented. What CAN'T he do?!! What a gem.

[@radboston]

Always loved his song in Hamilton. The words of British King George have come back to haunt US in the era of Trump and the crooked Supreme Court!

[@nicksenn7701]

I first saw him in Mindhunter and put him on my radar. Now I’m jealous of the fact he can act and sing?!!! 😂😂 I’m looking forward to seeing his career continue!

[@carrielikethemovie13]

@@nicksenn7701same, i was obsessed with mindhunter and when i found out he voiced/sang in frozen (i have a younger kid), it made it much more tolerable 😂 he’s incredible!

[@roberturibe3150]

Ok

[@catherineelmore2004]

We seriously need a proshot of this show- this cast is so good and so many of us aren’t going to be able to see it before they close the run. But seriously- rooting for them for the Tonys!

[@AuthorZaraHoffman]

Exactly!

[@Gillheather]

Second this!!

[@amikireicraftstore]

I'm praying for this

[@hawby7mgh]

Was hoping PBS might step up for a “Great Performances” event. So grateful to have seen this production.

[@jovanolague3161]

A pro-shot was done for the London version in 2014 and was recently released for streaming-so sadly unless for legal reasons unaware to us, a pro- shoot of this is unlikely.

[@sarahfoster2242]

Dan really holds his own next to two of Broadway's Bests! Love this so much!!

[@kevinlohmann3185]

We're getting close to calling Dan one of Broadway's Best on his own!

[@leavingitblank9363]

Meh.

[@sarahfoster2242]

@@leavingitblank9363 meh to you.

[@brianeduardo1234]

Don’t agree

[@sarahfoster2242]

@@brianeduardo1234 glad you took the time to tell me!

[@Fourleggedfreak]

Daniel Radcliffe still killin it. He’s had a fearless career and he just keeps going! 🤓⚡️

[@jungvabegins]

you can see how much they cherish each other in their eyes

[@sunshine6insaratoga]

Lindsay Mendez’s facial expressions and voice are a gift from God!

[@vickylikesthis]

Lindsay is such a powerhouse. omg.

[@ltaylor2799]

I was so lucky to catch this show last year and i’m so impressed Lindsay is now doing it 8x a week while pregnant. love this cast, absolutely perfect.

[@manuellubian5709]

And if that baby of hers that she's carrying doesn't jump out of the room singing I'm going to definitely know something is wrong😅.

[@ChantalA489]

Had NO idea Dan could sing! What a talented person he is!

[@courtneyo.6240]

Look up him singing “coming round the mountain” lol

[@ElleCee62978]

@@courtneyo.6240Or the Tonys where he did The Brotherhood of Man.

[@drewkotchan4081]

@@ElleCee62978 and dance! Holy crap, eh?

[@ElleCee62978]

@@drewkotchan4081 Yes!!!

[@elizabethknight7122]

And he can rap too

[@bsusak09]

Daniel could’ve never worked another day in his life, yet he chooses to completely throw himself into projects because he loves his craft. It’s awesome to see.

[@mooncheesekid]

this cast is so elite

[@JohnDoe-gk7ok]

It took 40 years, but the show is finally a hit. Show is sold out every week.

[@charchar1300]

As a pit nerd I had my eyes on the band too, amazing work by them. Adore that the actors clapped for them too, true theatre ettiquette

[@treesny]

The whole production has an incredibly beautiful "family" feel to it, with everyone involved really caring for and supporting one another. You can really feel it in the theater!

[@hayleyleiberman8491]

I was doing the same! They sounded wonderful and did such a good job

[@hawby7mgh]

Fantastic players.

[@Baribrotzer]

Did you notice how much the woodwind players had to switch off? They're constantly putting down one horn, picking up another for a few bars, going back to the first, going to a third, and so forth. They need to be able to sound like symphony players one second, and like big band jazzers the next. Probably another Sondheim hallmark - as well as arguments set to music, involving difficult headlong vocal lines and song structures full of jump-cuts in tempo and key.

[@treesny]

@@Baribrotzer Or a Jonathan Tunick hallmark! Remember, he had orchestrated the original Broadway production, for a much bigger orchestra, so no doubt he pushed the "pit" musicians' fabled versatility to the limit for this scaled-back instrumentation. Astonishing that his richly-deserved Tony for Merrily was the first he had ever received for orchestrating a Sondheim musical!

[@philipbenjamin4720]

So great to see a large group of acoustic musicians on the telly. Thank you Colbert and CBS.

[@Baribrotzer]

They're the entire pit orchestra from the Broadway production.

[@philipbenjamin4720]

@@Baribrotzer Thank you for explaining that. We need some generous people to ensure that acoustic musicians (in large numbers) and also dancers (in large numbers) are REGULARLY part of shows on Broadway - and touring the US. And also people who will back the creation and production of ORIGINAL musicals (as distinct from musicals which make a narrative from past pop hits) on Broadway and beyond.

[@Baribrotzer]

@@philipbenjamin4720 ".....musicals which make a narrative from past pop hits....." There's a point to those, however: They bring people who aren't part of the usual Broadway audience out to the Great White Way. And maybe, get a few of them interested in musical theater for its own merits. Although even this production - it's excellent, but would it put as many bums in seats if Damian Humbley (from the British cast) played Charley?

[@ThelouwseFD]

Dan applauding the orchestra like the great humble man he is I love him so much !!!

[@robgoudie1540]

I’m so happy for Daniel. So proud.

[@Kasino80]

Radcliffe's sounds like he's straight out of the Original Cast of Company. He has a very 70s Broadway sound.

[@amandastumpff5252]

Spot on.

[@ajlichty7399]

I wonder if he sounds the same when he’s singing with his natural accent.

[@indigomoon6422]

Totally agree with this.

[@lorenzwinterhoff8049]

Well, one of his first big singing roles was in How to Succeed in Business (Without even trying) so he kinda cut his teeth in that style. Yes, he did some singing prior, but it's a very specific style.. And Sondheim is generally that vibe too. In any case, Daniel's managed to impress on the stage and screen for many years, and being with Groff probably elevated his game some too.

[@lorenzwinterhoff8049]

@@ajlichty7399 Funny thing about that, most Broadway style singing cuts the accent out of most words. Listen to Les Miserables and unless it's more of a spoken tone song the accent is hardly there.

[@luciawilliams2504]

I love hearing Daniel Radcliffe sing! 🎶 🥰

[@CorporateQueen]

You're on your own there. 😂

[@mandcbruce]

I saw his mouth open but the voice didn't match what I'm accustomed to hearing. Odd but good.

[@Drebe73]

Clearly not a great singer and especially matched up with Groff.

[@Shweiss4]

@@CorporateQueen Nah, I love a voice that fits the character. It's very Charley.

[@CreativeLib]

@@Shweiss4Thank you! Dan is Definitely Charlie and his voice fits the character!

[@DNTXPCTMCH]

My jaw is on the floor. This is the first time I've heard Daniel sing! Damn I want to be his friend❤

[@jaxindierockflutist]

Crosstalk argument Lindsay, "We are on The Late Show, I can't believe you're doing this! AAAAAHHHHH!"

[@cliffordmwolf]

I didn't catch that...thank you. Hysterical. She's a phenom: great technical vocals, and huge personality in the songs. And acting.

[@missybarbour6885]

Such a good ad lib lolllllll

[@jakikackert2796]

Didn't catch that! Time to re-listen!!!

[@mooniejohnson]

Hah! She's so fantastic.

[@guerillahag]

so happy for dan honestly he was made for the stage

[@TonySpinnelli]

Daniel Radcliffe just blows me away. I never saw any Potter movies, but I saw How to Succeed and Equus and then I saw Victor Frankenstein and now Merrily He is a PHENOMENAL actor!!!!

[@lar9299]

I highly recommend Weird Al biopic and Swiss Army Man. So worth watching

[@ellystripes]

He is so funny as Weird Al. Also very good in ‘the Woman in Black’ and ‘December Boys’.

[@Sickmindedone]

They really have great intonation and blend well together

[@treesny]

I saw the show back in February, and it deserves every award it's nominated for and more! (And that's coming from someone who isn't normally a big Sondheim fan.) And a huge "thank you" to The Late Show and whoever at CBS made the decision to spring for the full band: it adds so much to the number, and is a reminder of Broadway's great orchestral talent!

[@drewkotchan4081]

So jealous. Hate you. LOL.

[@MikeM-ll3ib]

One of the best shows I have seen in years. The chemistry between three of them were amazing. I think that is why this time the show works. All three of them are brilliant.

[@Amanda-ex6em]

the chemistry is fantastic you can tell how much they actually care about eachother and enjoy eachother's company

[@22musickat]

I love that they thanked the musicians at the end too!

[@funtimegames]

That percussionist is amazing too!

[@amikireicraftstore]

I NEED for them to win those Tonys. ALL OF THEM.

[@CreativeLib]

This show is EVERYTHING! This is a more subdued version as on stage they’re dancing and running around about, but every time they sing this, I cry my eyes out! The chumminess, the realness , the fun, the CHEMISTRY onstage is infectious, heartwarming, and so sweet, Dan is now part of another ICONIC TRIO and I’m HERE FOR IT! Here’s to them! Hand all three of them a Tony in June!🥰 #OldFriendsAreTheBESTFriends❤

[@Stephanieb19]

Beautiful! Their chemistry is outstanding.

[@_Blue__Berry_]

I always loved Jonathan voice and energy. He really shines. But what a beautiful trio ! They are amazing 🤩

[@johnstonpickle2771]

Count myself very lucky to have seen this cast and show on Broadway. Absolutely brilliant.

[@kelleeking5340]

Daniel Was made for the stage brilliant 👏 ❤❤❤❤

[@andremadethis]

It was really classy to have the band up there with them! Love that!

[@SF-fu2gk]

Nothing better than when a song builds and you get that chill down your back at the crescendo: thank you Mr Sondheim and Mr Tunick

[@tommymonroe8706]

I love Daniel’s voice! What a surprise! All three are a revelation! Congratulations! 🍾

[@arianapuzzo7827]

Having seen Dan in How to Succeed and more recently in Merrily is so incredible, because it was so clear how much he's evolved as a vocalist. These three are just a treasure. Wish it could run forever!

[@jeffwatkins352]

Wish Sondheim could have lived to see this. It's a great show and was from the start but now everybody knows it thanks to this wonderful cast and production.

[@jovanolague3161]

Luckily he did live to see the London version of this. Same concept and direction but different cast!

[@treesny]

@@jovanolague3161 And of course over the years he and bookwriter George Furth had made substantial revisions to the piece, which they were able to see onstage.

[@neodownunder3339]

Jeez. Dan really has that magic ei!

[@matchboxmatt]

The best musical I've ever seen on stage. These three are intoxicating to watch together.

[@jayrose2933]

See this production twice and they so deserve to win big at the Tony’s! Seeing it the first performance after the awards! Never been more excited for a show!

[@mickachu6396]

Daniel… he as an amazing career, and it’s not a surprise for me. Very talented man😍❤️

[@lisavandenhoven5672]

Boy, they are adorable.

[@robinbickel4594]

One of the best musicals I've seen in the last decade. The perfect cast.

[@TheFlowMind]

My god Jonathan…perfection!

[@Reeeepicheep]

Feel like Daniel's Tony win was really a belated honor for his fantastic performance in How to Succeed In Business Without Really Trying.

[@1868foxpoint]

That he wasn’t even nominated for-shameful! 😲

[@lightbludger7778]

Daniel Radcliffe is just perfection!

[@greyklopstock7155]

That snare sounds fantastic. Everything about this performance is incredible, down to the recording of the drum kit. What an incredible production this play must be

[@NeuroRift]

Woke up this morning feeling a bit shitty, but this gave me a smile. Great vocals and energy. They deserve the success.

[@tinay9491]

such fun, nothing beats theatre - and Danielle continues w/exciting and clever acting choices.

[@calvinlau6938]

Watched it last week in NYC. They were amazing. Still listening to the soundtrack every day.

[@senicanastasia]

Theater is such a gift

[@larisamats]

Cannot wait to see this show Thursday night with MY old friend!!!! ❤

[@AustenGroupie]

i'm sooo happy to see danrad thriving and getting recognition, it's what he deserves!!!

[@JoseAlfredo727]

Daniel is doing such a beautiful job here! He's why Sondheim loved actors who sing! (**BOTH LINDSAY AND JONATHAN ARE SO FREAKING AMAZING TOO!!!!) I love all of them! But, I'm starting to understanding what it means to act and then sing.

[@justincera1770]

Jonathan Groff’s voice is so charming I feel like being serenaded even in my sleep

[@ferjenem]

I love Daniel Radcliffe so much

[@rileysmith3038]

It's been so cool to see and hear Daniel's singing voice evolve over the years!

[@denisefreitas6727]

Fabulous! I hope they win the Tonys, specially my angel Jonathan! 💖💖💖💖

[@elljay02]

😭 They are so good together

[@jewellllll]

Ok. Yes. I'm in heaven. Absolutely lovely.

[@2002Trish]

Just wouldn't want to be right in fron of Jonathan when he is singing without an umbrella 😂

[@spencergarrison8878]

Right! Is that, like, his thing? I mean very talented and entertaining, but the spit factor-- front rows do get wet

[@debbyd5729]

@@spencergarrison8878Yeah. It’s well known that he is a very saliva heavy singer.

[@indigomoon6422]

💀

[@barbaraperry5023]

☔😂

[@nerdthatknits]

I have seen interviews about his spitting. He requires a lot of water.

[@mshalo1822]

Saw this last October. Absolutely the best show on Broadway right now.

[@NicholsFan]

This show is one you don’t want to miss!!! They are all so good!!!❤

[@DanniWilde]

Tis simple I see a video with these three and I click. They’re so incredible and it’s not hard to see why they’re having the awards season of their lives! Have also been absolutely adoring seeing their friendship blossom & them having fun with whatever they’re doing. Who’s like them? - Damn Few!

[@moyaoconnell6629]

I ABSOLUTELY LOVE LINDSAY MENDEZ

[@susancoffey9632]

This is wonderful! Having lived through the Harry Potter craze and watching all the movies, I never thought I would see Daniel Radcliffe in a Broadway Musical.

[@loonylaura85]

It's not the first one he's done. He did How to Succeed... a while back.

[@JP-lu9ed]

I was prepared for him to be iffy but he’s great in the show. Lots of physical comedy in addition to the singing. They are a great cast.

[@kirstenlerom2349]

Saw the show in February and absolutely fell in love with this trio! They all killed it. Rooting for them for the Tony's

[@JackieWarner13]

I want a pro shot of this cast especially when I can make it to America 😩 Such a good cast & performance. Guessing they'll do this for Tony's too.

[@amandastumpff5252]

They’re just perfect.

[@AngelusHale]

I love them sooooooooooooo much together.

[@GroovyShelly]

Well, this made me cry happy tears

[@MarieRossiter]

The love and fun these three share on the stage (based on what I've seen on video) and in interviews is like an oasis in a desert. So refreshing and life giving!

[@markdavies9117]

I'm glad for the millions who got to see this between the broadcast and the streaming videos. It's an electric performance with so much love among the leads.

[@dannysimion]

A classic Sondheim musical and I know Tony awards were given for this play. I love this performance - charming it is! Daniel Radcliffe sure has come a long way! Yay for him and for Jonathan Groff!

[@michellefu4002]

I love seeing JG happy and smiling, but would give up a kidney for another season of Mindhunter!!!!!!!

[@deepalmer3960]

I need to see more of these three!!!! I’m so in love with this throuple! Can’t wait to see this show live!

[@AsianMuscleFans]

Feels like a victory lap and I love it!

[@zanifriz489]

That last note ❤❤❤❤

[@kriskay6]

This show was magnificent, they are incredible

[@Jenny28999]

They killed it!!! Love them so much!! ❤❤❤

[@accioloki1151]

they all deserve tonys !!

[@mrod21mvp]

What a great performance! Especially at the end when they embraced each other. 😊

[@erinmaree1987]

What this cast all have in common is that you can't NOT root for them 🤩

[@srishti1322]

Lindsay ❤ daniel ❤Jonathan ❤

[@wickedwitchie]

the perfect trio!

[@KandeShack]

I love Jonathan’s voice!

[@patriciaerickson7092]

Had to opportunity to see this show, last week, and it was incredible. Dan, Jonathan, and Lindsey are amazing, as are the other cast members who make this show sing - they are an amazing ensemble. Multiple numbers stop the show and, even though it is not a happy show, the reverse timeline helps take away the pain leaving you with sweetness and optimism of youth. If we’d had time, we’d have seen it again. Hope, hope, hope they film it before they finish the run.

[@heinercortes9361]

I love all three but Jonathan is amaizing 😊

[@ShannonHenderson79]

Groff will get his Tony this year

[@JuansseAchach]

And he did…!!!!!! ❤❤❤

[@scifisamurai7794]

And it’s about damn time! Such a long time coming! He’s WONDROUS

[@lindseyshindler6594]

Jonathan blew a kiss to the audience when I was there, I blew one right back. Talent!!! 😍

[@christinedunning8463]

I saw this back in October - one of my best days EVER! Same day I ran into Lin-Manuel Miranda…❤️❤️❤️

[@mushroomnerd9772]

oh god i love these three

[@arielgrushka]

Gosh, this song is so addicting 😭 almost a month since I watched it on Broadway and I've been replaying it in my mind ever since

[@arielgrushka]

Omg Lindsay is AMAZING!