Raúl Esparza - Come To Your Senses (tick, tick…BOOM!) MISCAST22

don’t sue meeee MCC

[@themeltedchocolate]

How does this man not have 46278 Tonys I'll never understand. Best male performer on broadway.

[@runefaustblack]

He HAS been at least nominated for every single Tony an actor can win.

[@kellibee1008]

When he lost to David Hyde Pierce for Curtains when he was Bobby in Company I lost faith in the Tonys. Only half kidding.

[@00rabbit7]

Seriously

[@00rabbit7]

@@kellibee1008 nah, I’m not. That was the biggest upset in any awards show I’ve ever seen

[@amysteele6540]

BY FAR

[@franklesser5655]

For a District Attorney he sings really well!

[@rubenjerate5848]

First of all, his mannerisms and nervous demeanor was adorable in this. What a finish. I love his raspy and strong vocals on some lines. Also the Instrumental is so crisp in this. Props to everyone there.

[@unnatural6edq]

The fact that he's singing the word "alive" at the end reminds me of his performance in Sondheim's "Company". He *nailed* this!! I will never tire of his voice, he is phenomenal, and he always delivers in everything that he sings. He never half-asses anything, he always puts his entire body and soul into every song he performs!! LOVE THIS!!

[@SandyDelMar42]

Okay this shows us Raul Esparza can do a one man version of Tick Tick Boom and will make me cry every single song

[@tinas9331]

His voice just keeps getting better... a lot of singers lose power as they get older, but he seems immune. He was a gangly kid when he did ttB but surely is a sexy grownup these days!

[@osahju914]

Ttb?

[@tinas9331]

@@osahju914 He was the original Jon in 2001 … tick… tick… BOOM off Broadway. I thought Andrew Garfield was good in the movie, but that role will always belong to this guy. 😉

[@osahju914]

@@tinas9331 ah. Abbreviations confound me sometimes. Thank you. Yes Raul is great! I never heard the original TTB soundtrack but I'll believe you

[@nicolefoster7976]

You gotta check it out!

[@osahju914]

@@nicolefoster7976 where do I find it?

[@perryjones7771]

Is it just me or is he really beautiful

[@AudsVids]

Thank you for keeping his intro, it was very heartfelt.

[@asnalelo.165]

of course:) I wanted to keep the intros for every performance since it’s good to know why they chose the song. you’re not getting the whole sensation if it’s intro-less. this intro was particularly beautiful, though. and I loved that he mentioned that Marin Mazzie originally sung it.

[@susanlynn8321]

Barba??? I'm like...

[@kellyalves756]

@@susanlynn8321 Ooo, you’re just starting this rabbit hole? Get ready for a fantastic journey… 😁

[@juliechildress8905]

@@susanlynn8321 Ikr 🎶

[@BlueYoshi85]

@@asnalelo.165 He's so precious

[@zombiemistress52]

Ok, I only knew him from Law and Order svu? I did not know he could sing so beautifully!! I am in tears!

[@wayvmiracleenjoyer]

Same! Barba brought me here

[@amandalaurie134]

Same!

[@davidsilver4339]

Raul Esparza isn't only a great singer, he is an extraordinary actor. He is the best Bobby of them all. ❤❤❤

[@angelslc2009]

Sing that to Olivia. She’d definitely forgive you 🥰

[@kmetzz1]

I swear this man could sing a McDonald’s jingle and I would weep!!!! He is just SOOOO amazing!

[@madalenacarrozzo6642]

Could also sing the Manhattan phone book and it would be exquisite. That voice...it just gets inside of you.

[@kmetzz1]

@@madalenacarrozzo6642 Totally!!!!!!

[@kellyalves756]

“You deserve a break today So get up and get away…”

[@samcruse9435]

​@@madalenacarrozzo6642you should hear him sing (or even just talk) in Spanish, he is just amazing.

[@joysinner3415]

One of the sexiest men ever

[@MrMarina101000]

Bless the world for giving us Raul Esparza ❤

[@tinabowen7428]

Raul's speech at the beginning gave me chills and then he started singing and now I'm sobbing with joy

[@DeadlyWhispers]

Raul's voice just pierces through you with emotion, I'm just sitting here with full on body chills. Thank you for this! :)

[@natperrell6816]

this was insanely fucking good. the sustained “alive” at the end gave me company flashbacks

[@asnalelo.165]

WOW I didn’t even THINK of that.

[@natperrell6816]

@@asnalelo.165 it was all i could think about LOL

[@MarcoGitto]

It is always a pleasure to hear Raul singing songs from Tick, Tick ... Boom!. And it never fails to bring me to tears.

[@Periru3]

I could listen to this man belt the word "alive" at the end of totally heartbreaking ballads about love and connection and relationships all day.

[@zachmiller8725]

Never knew a person could say the word "Musicbox" so perfectly

[@jacobmccain8794]

I just went on a rollercoaster of emotions. His voice gives me hints of Adam Pascal. Literally by the first chorus, I had tears in my eyes! He has so much character in his voice and he sings with so much passion! I feel so ashamed that this is the first time I’ve heard his voice! He is a vocal beast. You think with the rasp and huskiness of his voice he’d top out, but those top notes were so full and resonant. He sounded like he could’ve easily went higher. I would’ve definitely stood for that! Complete, hill body chills by the first 15, 20 seconds! He is a true story teller! I’m a fan! Okay, this is bad, I’ve watched this like 10 times and it hasen’t gotten old!

[@jscho8674]

You need to find him doing the emcee in Cabaret. He was mind blowing.

[@StarkidFAN00]

Raul Esparza is incredible. Bi king. He played the role of Johnathan Larson in Tick Tick Boom after Larson's death. You need to watch his performance as Robert in Company from 2006. The full show is on KZbin

[@riffleicious]

His version of being alive is amazing!

[@michellecapobianco4840]

i will actually never recover from this.

[@RobynRay422]

RIP the late great Marin Mazie and Jonathan Larson 💔

[@debmorton3310]

Damn. He’s so beautiful.

[@MrNorcal81]

He should have gotten the Leading Actor Tony Award for Company.

[@kellyalves756]

Totally agreed. He wuz robbed. He’s the Susan Lucci of the Tonys.

[@dynamicraspberry2007]

@@kellyalves756 put him and carolee in a show lol

[@cebailey5920]

A LITTLE scary to sing? Jesus, no one hits this. The stones to even try it .. bless him. I've been judgemental towards others who rearranged the song to suit their needs, and Raul did it here as well, but he didn't shy away the ending which is just stupidly challenging. To this day, I still think Amy Spanger did it best but damn this was good.

[@marcial7742]

I love his voice, and his talent in acting in his character on Law & Order SVU.....hes amazing, awesome and so great of an entertainer ❤

[@makeupboss3568]

He’s so multitalented. I love this guy, he’s just so charismatic .

[@paulc9643]

Raul's the voice I wish I had when I sing in my room.

[@Catra_L]

Me too and I’m a girl lol

[@hospitalgal101]

This angel literally embodies music. You can't convince me he isn't the human embodiment of Orpheus and Dionysus

[@lizmagu3189]

Who knew DA Barba has some pipes!! 😃

[@ronanroswell1879]

I've never cried so hard as over his version of hallelujah. This man is a power house!...

[@chelsaecastanos8444]

Agreed with that . Woooowww

[@davidpasteelnick4711]

Damn, he's still got it.

[@nycartist3421]

This guy never disappoints. Every performance is a gift.

[@barbwarner9528]

I bet Raul gives the best hugs!!

[@krissymconnorsvlog7321]

Rent was my favorite musical . I didn’t know that tick tick boom was Larson first play before rent . . And I’m growing up I watching law and order svu and Raúl played one of the best characters as Ada barba ! He played such a beloved character on svu ❤ he is so talented

[@whirlhoof5117]

How have I never heard him sing? Just another thing I now love him for ❤️😍☺️☺️. I was seriously heartbroken when he left Law & Order: SVU 😔💔 ❤️😍❤️😍❤️

[@natbatlightwood5288]

He sang this so damn well.

[@lindaprantil1004]

Mr. Esparza is the gift that keeps on giving. No matter what song he sings the emotion comes through. I actually got the chills listening to this. What a beautiful gift this man has, and always so pleasant and humble. A truly beautiful performance. It was definitely an evening full of great talent.... Beautiful show...So glad I purchased a ticket :)

[@notcarlie1710]

Days after I first watched the livestream of this, I was still thinking about that bowling pose, and the wiggly fingers. Only he can get away with that, he can do no wrong in my eyes.

[@jscho8674]

His performance as the emcee in Cabaret is once of my favorite performances of all time. It's a thrill to see him here!!!! He's still got it. ❤

[@PebbleEnt]

seeing him in tick tick boom remains my favorite live musical experience thus far ive ever experienced. he was breathtaking

[@supremefandom6970]

Esparza what a voice RIP Larson your music means so much to me

[@gh0st.gutz_]

third day in a row 😭 i need this inserted in my veins i cant stop listening to this song

[@robhiro]

Hot damn. his voice is just on another level. I'm fucking dead

[@francotan8140]

He is a beautiful man with a phenomenal voice

[@jrthiker9908]

Amazing. Loved the look and nod at the pianist/music director at 4:52....probably to signal it's ok to go for it for the high ending with the modulation up. This guy is like the Maria Callas of Bway....he gives it all and feels every word, fearlessly and no holds barred each time he performs. And he's singing better than ever.

[@lindaprantil1004]

Yes, I noticed that nod as well ...lol....And that last note....well I don't sing, but I feel like I can't catch my breath! He is so good :)

[@jrthiker9908]

@@lindaprantil1004 Trust me, he knows what he's doing technically and dramatically LOL. He's a very smart singer and actor who knows how to relate to the audience, push everyone's buttons and build the song to that last note. Pavarotti was the same, he had the easy high C's at 4 in the morning, he just made it look hard to get the audience excited.

[@lindaprantil1004]

@@jrthiker9908 Well dramatically, I can see that in every performance he does. His facial expressions say it all. Musically and technically, I have to take your word..lol...Since I don't sing. I do agree with you that he does know how to relate to the audience, without a doubt. He brings them in and yes, then he gives it all he's got to give. I've only just discovered his singing abilities (due to the passing of Mr. Sondheim) and I wonder if he knows just how good he is.

[@hwlrmnkymosier8424]

What a great comment! (And thank you, I was wondering what the nod was.) He is so fully technically competent in all spheres that he becomes sublime. I am quite certain that a few of his esteemed colleagues sitting stage left were probably were thinking, “Damn, I wish I could do that.”

[@lindaprantil1004]

@@jrthiker9908 Hi.... Just saw a video of Raul singing Hallelujah at the Kennedy Center (You Tube) and was interested in hearing your comments....take a listen, thx :)

[@rodeldevera3229]

Raul is perfect , amazing voice flawless and sooo handsome 😍

[@d43imoet]

This song is so beautiful and Raul’s voice is actually perfect for it 🥹🥹❤️❤️

[@_phipalmos]

You're on the air, I'm under ground Signal's fading, can't be found I finally open up For you I would do anything But you've turned off the volume Just when I've begun to sing Come to your senses Defenses are not the way to go And you know, or at least you knew Everything's strange, you've changed And I don't know what to do to get through I don't know what to do I have to laugh You sure put on a show Love is passe in this day and age How can we expect it to grow? You as the knight Me as the queen All I've got tonight Is static on a screen Come to your senses The fences inside are not for real If we feel as we did, and I do Can't you recall when this all began It was only you and me It was only me and you But now the air is Filled with confusion We replace care with illusion It's cool to be cold Nothing lasts anymore Love becomes disposable This is the shape of things We cannot ignore Come to your senses Suspense is fine if your just an Empty image emanating out Of a screen Baby be real, you can feel again You don't need a music box melody To know what I mean Deep in my eyes, what do you see Deep in my sighs, listen to me Let the music commence from inside Not only one sense, but use all five Come to your senses Come to your senses Come to your senses Baby come back Alive

[@cherylmeyers1379]

Raul Esparza has such an amazing voice! I absolutely love him!❤️

[@cuchelo1]

I saw the original Off-B'way production several times. You could get discount tix for like 20 bucks, and the theatre was really intimate, so even the "cheap seats" were great. (I think it may have been the Jane St, where Hedwig also started? But I can't be arsed to look it up at the mo' cuz I'm sobbing after this performance.) It was truly a transcendent live theatrical experience, made even more special by the fact that it was so sparse. There was no real set design, the band was onstage with the 3 performers, and they all just wove this beautiful story right in front of you and carried you along. Raul is definitely channeling that spirit here- he's just absolutely magical. Thank you thank you thank you thank you thank you.

[@peggynewton3904]

WOW. NO WORDS. JUST FEELINGS. ALL OF THEM. 😭❤️

[@gailmooney722]

This man is perfection...

[@cherrydriver1986]

So adorable. You can hear nervousness at first then a strong finish.

[@barrymiller1820]

Fabulous! I remember seeing Raul for the first time in "Tick Tick Boom!" off-Broadway and being blown away by him. Hope he returns to Broadway soon.

[@rosepratiwi6532]

This song has an invincible power to make your heart like squeezed so hard it can make you cry. And Raul has done it through his beautiful voice.

[@DC.AnaelyPB]

Thanks for sharing!! :) Listening to Raúl not only singing but talking about his experiences is always a pleasure.

[@kellyalves756]

He’s a great storyteller.

[@jay54867]

We want this on music streaming service. I could listen this song all day.

[@madalenacarrozzo6642]

I purchased a ticket to the live stream of Miscast22 specifically to see Raúl Esparza's performance (the entire event was spectacular!), and was saying to myself this afternoon how I'd LOVE hearing his version of "Come to Your Senses" on a loop so I could just replay it for an hour (or 2), and here it is!! Thank you SO much for posting this video!!! It is just wonderfully sung and performed by Mr Esparza (no surprise) who gives the song such depth to its emotion (a relationship in trouble) with his interpretation of the original. You can sense the deepness of the soul-searching he's brought to the song as he wrings out every ounce of pain and confusion, lamenting the condition of that relationship going south. ("And I don't know what to do.") Glad for that beautiful intro he gave to the song choice from Tick Tick Boom, when he was in the original cast 2 decades ago as Jon. I had read a brief account by him some time back where he referenced the aftermath of 9/11 in NYC. As always, anything Raúl has to say is well-thought out and heartfelt. Lovely to hear him state how much that show has meant and still means to him through the years. As always, a humble gentleman speaks...when his talent speaks for itself. 💙🎤🎶 This is a beautiful song choice for yet another turn of his in Miscast! Thank you, Raúl, for a sublime performance in an evening filled with them. Think it's time to return to the B'way stage...or at least, consider making an actual album. Your fans would love that!

[@kellyalves756]

As much as I enjoyed the film incarnation of Tick Tick Boom, and as impressed as I was with Andrew “Not- a- Singer”*Garfield’s singing, it couldn’t hold a candle to Esparza’s version of “Why.” He just pours so much joy into it. *His opinion, not mine. I think he’s got nice pipes.

[@vgarcia9724]

Raul is amazing no matter what he sings!!!! You are so lucky to have been able to see this performance live!!!!🎹🎤🎼

[@osahju914]

I wish I'd known about that! Where'd you find the streaming tix. I wonder where they were streaming from... I gotta know for next year lol

[@madalenacarrozzo6642]

@josh miller MCC Theater provided the ability to purchase streaming tix to the performance. Sign up for their newsletter and show alerts. Miscast23 is currently in the works. I recently got an alert for it. Hoping🫰 that Raúl will perform again.

[@agnesbertiz2045]

One of my favorite songs ever sung by such a tremendous voice. Absolutely phenomenal! I hope to have the good fortune to see him perform live one day.

[@aplaceofshadows139]

He said "you're on the air" and I'm already crying... Why?

[@joannorman6039]

No one sings hallelujah like he does,it’s amazing

[@agc4view09]

🗣BRAVO! BRAVO! BRAVO! WHAT A HEART FELT MASCULINE PERFORMANCE. I LOVE HIS VOICE.✌ 😘❣💐🧑‍🎤🌈

[@bnorem09]

I didn’t know this was originally for Marin Mazzie. I knew she and Jonathan were close, but I never knew this was written for her. I need to hear her version.

[@asnalelo.165]

i got you😌 just u wait

[@oliveyim5216]

Is there a love story there?

[@nbarrio]

It is a very beautiful version. She also had an amazing voice.

[@dghan3446]

Omg… tingling… never expected that singing voice. 🥳🥳🥳👍🏻👍🏻yaaasssss

[@susanademo6405]

I saw him in tick tick boom and he was just as powerful as he is now. You feel every note. ❤️

[@wordswordswords8203]

Hi Raul! I still love you. Waiting. That was great. You are so talented and gorgeous.

[@Dany1233211]

Raúl es un actor y cantante espectacular, su voz es única

[@Lagoonvet]

Gosh, he has such an amazing voice

[@joelicence2725]

I feel like he would make a really good Inspector Javert.

[@evie3978]

i would seriously KILL to see this, like just let me watch it from my prison cell and i'll die happy lmfao

[@Rufus..Calhoun]

he gives me goosebumps. love him.

[@HugeMusicalFreak]

An absolutely GORGEOUS interpretation 💖

[@patriciabuck835]

So happy he shares his Gift with all of who appreciate it so much!

[@JosephJohnson-gu5fw]

This man.....this voice......AHHHHHHH I swear some people just don't understand what good music and a good singer is. We're in a world that praises pop vocalists with bad technique and bad diction and yet so many don't know this man and his power. Ugh. So good. Just so ABSOLUTELY brilliant

[@firewheels90]

This is how you do it. Thank you, Raúl.

[@zazzie8]

Loved his performance since Law & Order SVU 🫶🏻😏

[@gh0st.gutz_]

him belting five gives me chills

[@barbarapatocka4232]

Never ceases to amaze me with his voice and passion!!!

[@luisespinoza8391]

Such a beautiful man.

[@anitamolander7053]

He is so GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOD! I just love listening to him!

[@davidcampbell3907]

God I love this man

[@kellibee1008]

Incredible! He's Incredible.

[@rebeccacunningham3546]

I never new he sang . He's Awesome!

[@joncerda351]

THAT WAS ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE

[@marthasilva7720]

I love everything you do Mr. Esparza,that was beautiful, thank you🙏🎶🎵🌹♥️

[@Heavilybrokn]

I have zero words. Literally speechless 🥰

[@cynthiacopland8634]

My celebrity pass can saaang! ♥️♥️♥️

[@johnr8588]

Since I first heard this song in the movie I have been looking for and hoping for a male cover of this song. I was wishing that would happen when during 'Broadway Backwards ' which was the evening after 'Miscast" Monday, May 23 2022 at the New Amsterdam theater (which was AMAZING this year!! 3 - yes THREE Jason Robert Brown songs! One which Kelli O'Hara and Stephen Pasquale sang in "Bridges..." ) I didn't think about 'MCC Miscast'. Of course Raúl would be there because, as he said, his last play was at MCC theater (and he's done a few other things there like the MCC Christmas sing-along.) Thank you for sharing this because it's like a dream come true. I my hopes for a male cover I couldn't think of who -- and now I think, "Who better than Raúl Esparza?"! So exceeded my expectations. Thankfully the Miscast22 stream is still available until 11:59 PM 5/28/22 = I googled it and I am looking forward to seeing it.

[@johnr8588]

I got to watch Miscast22 today - blown away by everyone! Andrea Martin was so funny! Kelly and Audra together = epic!!

[@alaynaeosze6532]

Can this be performed to the senators in America? Help them feel Something, Anything that touches their human parts concerning gun control?

[@dynamicraspberry2007]

revive comet with him as pierre PLEASE

[@kellyalves756]

Ooo, good idea.

[@chloejacobs828]

The way I would absolutely KEEL OVER

[@hexgirl88]

Reminds me of RENT, both Roger and Mark have similar vocal arrangements/styles. Oh, wait, Tick Tick Boom. Jonathan Larson, duh. No wonder. Raul does a beautiful job.

[@jamiesmom]

this man is so multi talented. I love him sm.

[@andredonnelly8521]

Such a great voice brilliant 👏

[@jlasf]

Whenever I watch Miscast, I wonder what it's like to perform in front of the best in the business - fellow Broadway stars. Must be a lot of pressure to be great.

[@justinlwerner]

*jawdropping* What a performance!

[@chelsaecastanos8444]

He couldn’t get anymore perfect

[@diemperdidi7444]

Thank you so much for sharing!!

[@BenMussell]

5:06 onwards, I could have on repeat and would never get board. HIS VOICE!!!!!

[@gabrielsparda5994]

What a gift to receive this year