Ryan McCartan "Freeze Your Brain" FNAM 3RD Mondays #3

Ryan McCartan revisits J.D., the role he originated off-Broadway in HEATHERS with "Freeze Your Brain" at the 3rd edition of 3RD MONDAYS on March 19, 2018 at Sterling's Upstairs at the Federal, accompanied by Gerald Sternbach.
3RD MONDAYS is a monthly event produced by the Foundation for New American Musicals, with Michael Donovan and Christopher Sepulveda, featuring songs from Broadway's past, present, and future. For more info, visit www.fnam.us
video by www.mostlymusicalsLA.com

[@jen4202]

4 years later and he's still *killing* it

[@Rio-dz5oo]

freida I applaud you

[@moffy6029]

It’s scary that it’s been 4 years already

[@lesleyluz9011]

spade what happened 4 years ago with him?

[@bumpom432]

I don’t understand why some don’t like his portrayal of JD. vocal wise

[@potato.pancake]

dara You could say this song is the bomb

[@mollypavilonis5718]

I think he plays the likable villain SO WELL

[@not-so-happypappypatton]

He and Slater play the roles so well 😂💙

[@beesare_cool]

I believe the term is *anti-hero* Meaning: A character that yields no “hero” characteristics, yet is still like-able/very fun/love-able

[@ianriep435]

He was a wonderful hans too

[@kinoman7176]

Agreed

[@nomamen12]

Awww, when he introduced himself, that was the cutest thing ever

[@elizzabartolo5113]

Ikr

[@randomspaghettibowl8374]

Him: I’m Ryan- *smiles* Me: “Awww”

[@D1ST0RT10N1ST]

Right!?

[@tingtang_m]

I about screeched from the adorable smile

[@bunnieshinonome]

IKR I DIED HE SAID UWU

[@chiyo2600]

"this is a song about a sociopath who murders ppl-" **smiles innocently** omg i love him

[@terralim6849]

*proceeds to deliver whole song with the most intense psycho-eyes and dangerous body language* "Try it." *smiles innocently*

[@melissaadams9074]

Terra Lim this is why is Ryan is one of the most adorable ppl in the world

[@corakowal]

Don’t we all

[@amorelli2585]

OMG I KNOW

[@winmontgomery5438]

he adorable

[@annafehder5360]

“I’m Ryan. This song is about a sociopath who murders people. He finds comfort from the pain in his mind by giving himself brain freezes with slushees.”

[@lesbiaint]

anna fehder my life story

[@sadskullkid]

While he’s smiling

[@ainsleymarie03]

MEEEEE

[@chaosnoelle]

yesss i'm the 666th like

[@ahobbit1273]

I absolutely love how he described it lol

[@ayal8842]

"I dont learn the names" a minjte later: "...Veronica Sawyer"

[@chillingincedarrapids5892]

Irony at its best lmao

[@chrysaliscrisis8530]

Aya L it’s bc she’s ~special~

[@justexisting184]

XD

[@lovesickrat4567]

In fight for me she introduced herself to him

[@devieditz112]

Aya L this comment was posted a year ago..and no one corrected her. *minute

[@casseya9452]

"this song is about... a sociopath..." *crowd laughs* ...

[@leah-bl9tp]

Casseya xx lol wth

[@faithfunk9589]

WEABOO I've never read something I've internally yelled same at until I read this comment 😂

[@faitherpietem3643]

"...who murders people"

[@b3nt079]

@@faitherpietem3643 *Crowd laughs x2*

[@ashlynngirton292]

"Who murders people" Crowd laughs harder ...

[@lukasparker6561]

Can we please talk about how cute he was at the very beginning. Ryan: *slides in and smiles* I'm Ryan!

[@adrianramsey6932]

Then he goes on to say he's singing about a sociopath who kills people

[@merey2243]

And then the crowd laughs

[@buttercuupjpg]

It was so adorable

[@user-ym5uu7fr9e]

when is he not cute

[@hollylaver846]

Yeah, and then he was cold like that, its amazing! I want to buy a Ryan McCartan please

[@kayleighann3367]

THE EFFORTLESS VIBRATO

[@alexanderhamilton7770]

annie bug It can be a curse or blessing depending on how well you can control it

[@jordangreene8125]

kayleigh ann well yeah there’s a difference between your voice being shaky and a vibrato. But he’s was a vibrato

[@sunfur7832]

1:15

[@skye1029]

i hate my vibrato even though it kinda sounds like his, it just feels weird to me lmao

[@MR-tf8lh]

*hOw Do YoU eVeN dO a ViBrAtO*

[@adeadaccountyay8165]

Wow. His voice is something else.

[@igarcia3856]

Roneila _ his voice is my religion

[@lobstermilk]

his voice is my drug

[@sunfur7832]

His voice is god

[@randomspaghettibowl8374]

I live his voice as much as JD loves slushees

[@jaywhatever9073]

His voice is my holy grail

[@markruffalo69]

I'm sorry but he's literally perfection

[@mackislanddlf]

Why are you sorry?? THIS IS TRUE!!

[@saterthezombie.9574]

Christian Slater was better

[@Apetitegirly]

@@saterthezombie.9574 nah

[@samurlie2461]

@@saterthezombie.9574 I dont remember him singing freeze your brain

[@muna3302]

Samurlie 2 no, Christian Slater was the original JD in the movie version of heathers

[@juliadegraf8685]

He looks like the perfect J.D.

[@chloesmith8959]

He WAS J.D.

[@daphnedaphn3]

I mean he's ok b-but Christian Slater will always be the definition of JD ;-;

[@klopia1]

he was the JD for the heathers lmao

[@Vamrekisses68]

Right. I feel like no one else even considers the movie anymore. LiKe fans of the musical dont even know about it or care. The movie will always be the best version and JD is the epitome of JD-ness

[@devenhull3677]

He was perfect for the musical, but Christian Slater will always be JD

[@kumquat2799]

I love how he gets super into character. he goes from "haha what's up" to "hahA LETS KILL PEOPLE" in like 0.2 seconds and its the most awesome thing in the world XD

[@AJ01_03_]

He gets really into character here and I love it.

[@sophiaschmidt5975]

I think dan made the character more pitiful, whereas Ryan really emphasizes the sociopathic nature of JD. Dan’s version has more emotional expression and Ryan’s version has all these little deadpan moments which are really cool. I love seeing how different actors can take the same role different ways. (For the record, I don’t think one is better than the other, so don’t come for me, but I do like Ryan’s portrayal more)

[@randomrhythm3693]

Also, Ryan is a beaut

[@slol777]

Ye I watched dan’s I am damaged and dead girl walking reprise and I think he takes the role more emotionally

[@insomniacslive]

I prefer Ryan to Dan, but I also prefer Jamie from the west end version to all of them. He’s terrifying, hot, and it’s incredible.

[@youtubeaccountcausewhynot1537]

@@insomniacslive jamie sounds like kermit in our love is god

[@pinkitydrinkityyas]

I'm a Dan stan hehe

[@mirandar7775]

"I'm a high-functioning sociopath, do your research!"

[@beethockmtee8565]

My Sherlockians!!

[@grimaIias]

MERRY CHRISTMAS !

[@ciarasmith867]

👏YES👏

[@jaydamorgan8824]

I’m imagining Sherlock singing this to John now omg 😂

[@annaevans5051]

Exactly like wtf ppl take little info they know or sterotypes and just go with, forgetting it's an actual illness.

[@marisam.]

He sound exactly like the studio version! Ughh hes such a good singer I hope I get see him in more musicales.

[@emmiehutton9107]

Marisa M. he IS the studio version 😂😂

[@boopydoopy1678]

He,,,, he was the original so I mean,,,,

[@emilytalbot1746]

That's because he's the one that sang it

[@Jignjatic]

Marisa M. // yeah! I think you know this now. He is the Broadway J.D

[@marisam.]

I know but studio versions usually gets enhance and he clearly doesn't need it because he sounds exactly the same that is what i meant in my comment.

[@emihay9915]

What a beautiful male specimen

[@thatangelread]

YASS J.D.'S MA MAN

[@licyyy2917]

Evie Mariposa well...joint enterprise will be fun for you 👍🏼

[@kmart3453]

Ryans: singing My wig: snatched My legs: spread

[@leah-bl9tp]

darling. Oof

[@leah-bl9tp]

Bald and horny lol

[@destinymorales2843]

I find it coincidental that you're profile pic is Maria Reynolds

[@annebolyen1326]

Oml

[@naomymendez1530]

Dammit Maria close them legs you wanna ruin more lives

[@Emma-hj3id]

Killed it! (Along with the Westerburg high school students)

[@supernaturalfangirl7287]

😂

[@riversworld96]

EverythingEmma underrated comment lmaooo

[@sofiaperri3143]

"we, the students of Westerburg high, we died"

[@noahreed78]

underrated comment

[@maisiejohnston129]

I just went 😁😐😑😯😦😧

[@soda4759]

*car drives by a seven eleven* Me: FREEZE YOUR BRAAAAAAIIIIN Edit thanks for the likes guys

[@potato.pancake]

Scarlett And Delilah So I bike by a 7/11 everyday on my way to and from school and every time I pass it I scream “THERES A 7/11 RIGHT THEREEEEE” like out loud in public. Sorry strangers on the sidewalk...

[@soda4759]

Potato Pancake XD

[@isabellad.2490]

Scarlett And Delilah I do that too XD

[@isabellad.2490]

Potato Pancake same I do that too LOl

[@jennileigh28]

Yesterday I went to the pool with my friend, and at the consecion stand, we asked for 2 “freeze your brains” and this girl gave us slushees

[@cerys5108]

THE LITTLE SMILE AT THE END GAH I MISS YOU IN HEATHERS COME BACK

[@fadedstranger9503]

Ryan's voice: perfect Me: fangirling Replay button: broken Hotel: trivago

[@fadedstranger9503]

Did I do that right?

[@thatonepersonyouwontremember]

@@fadedstranger9503 it's Hotel? Trivago, but you got close

[@angellfaithx6913]

Ryan: singing gracefully The pianist: working his ass off

[@ashleycaturano392]

why does it feel like he isn’t playing a character LOL

[@mena8409]

Ashley Caturano He played JD so good, he got lost and is now trapped in his own body that is controlled by JD

[@pw3pi]

I'm gay but facts

[@beekidsart1176]

I'm gay but xD

[@Xx_zealand_xX]

@@pw3pi I thought you were just stating that you were gay for half a second, and was like "cool man"

[@user-ym5uu7fr9e]

@@pw3pi didnt realize that was their username

[@maliyahb9116]

The smile after he says "this song is about a sociopath who kills people" is so beautiful

[@fairylen7385]

He looks so shy 😂😂

[@amykiray]

not at all though :D he looks like he is very much aware of himself

[@rachificent4515]

I don’t understand how people don’t like how he doesn’t show emotion. JD is usually emotionless unless he is with Veronica or bombing schools, so...

[@savannahortega6059]

The one dislike is from Kurt and Ram (Heather Chandler appreciates Ryan's voice😂)

[@annabell_lee]

Everyone should appreciate his voice.

[@princ3zzkay]

Aww Ryan is so adorable!! He was a good JD! Still love the original JD Christian Slater.

[@fleachair]

Same, Christian did such a good job depicting a psychopath

[@jay_kobb8025]

can we appreciate the way he introduces himself and his voice? thanks

[@marjantea9]

this song is about a sociopath that murders people :))))

[@whoopdee-doo6393]

That smiley face looks like it has a triple chin😂

[@rebeccapatch6868]

let me tell you right now... this man is at the top of his game

[@kmart3453]

What a narcissistic piece of abusive shit i love him

[@nsteel5575]

Pahahahahah

[@avairving4582]

Honestly he’s my favourite JD, I love how he sings this song.

[@katiedoolan4354]

The little jazz hands he does when he says "and marry a lawyer “ is just amazing

[@hayleybennett6128]

“Hi I’m Ryan” smiles cutely “ This song is about a sociopath who murders people” smiles cutely “and finds comfort in giving himself brain freezes” Oh My God I love that!

[@jenelle3033]

Ryan's introduction was something i didn't know i needed in my life

[@faithpierson8304]

He's literally effortless perfection - his voice just AGH. Jason Dean: the most lovable villain ever.

[@DarkStar-ox4sm]

The way he goes from sweet and friendly to sociopath in 0.2 seconds is freakin' talent. Lol

[@bellesmellz4133]

OH MY GOD...HIS SMILE AT THE END-

[@skinkscat]

It was so good seeing him sing this again!! I love the way he prefaced it hahaha

[@aquamarinealibi3161]

1:57 though. So sarcastic 😂

[@artsyfarfalle8539]

Aquamarine Alibi XD

[@Chloe-hr4eh]

*mARrY a LaWyEr*

[@thierriclarke683]

so beautiful. His voice has really grown since Heathers x

[@Mekaza_]

THE SMILE WHEN HE SAYS “I’m Ryan” 😫😫 I CANT ITS SO CUTE

[@Nightengale90]

This is the best I've ever seen Ryan sing this song!

[@kobecharles]

RYAN IS SO CUTE OMG

[@melissarector5000]

“I’m ryan ☺️ This song is about a sociopath 😌 who murders people 😁and he finds comfort in the pain in his mind 🤗 by giving himself brain freezes with slushies 😊”

[@ciwte]

we love a psychotic sister :))

[@elliepescod9091]

jay pfftt I just spat out my slushie beetch

[@josephinemabano4940]

Shistar*

[@leah-bl9tp]

A REAL ShIsTeR

[@katiekostner654]

When I shishtar saw this I shishtar spit out my drink laughing

[@faithfunk9589]

Favorite comment on all of KZbin, right here

[@k4tsuk1__]

"try it" I DEAD OMG, HIS VOICE, HIS SMILE

[@cianaboland2066]

HES SO CUTE

[@sofiaorozco7985]

1:13. I cannot. That "ooh" was all to precious.

[@michelleferrone7799]

Him: I’m Ryan. Me: I’m single.

[@starcovideos]

wth he looks like price eric lookin like a SNAC

[@cerys5108]

RYAN BBY MY GOD YOU’RE WONDERFUL I LOVE YOU

[@cleargreyskies]

This is incredible! His flawless sharp singing, the way he gestures and establishes himself as bitter and full of underlying hate while still not having gone over the edge completely leaves me in awe. And his introduction was great - that's as fucked up as JD is.

[@carleysplace8596]

Ryan's dead gaze has me dying

[@elsa-pt7gz]

wow when I thought Ryan couldn’t get better, this video showed up and hit me in the face

[@alinemaues9842]

I MISSED MY BOY SO MUCH

[@semralale1142]

yo is nobody talking about the way he says "try it" in the end?????? THAT GAVE ME CHILLS

[@sophiehorgan662]

i love how as soon as he starts singing this song again he flips straight back into his character of JD as if its nothing!

[@francisaron555]

Now please do Meant to be Yours please

[@katelynmensah188]

still killing it 4 years later🙌🏽

[@slol777]

Katelyn Mensah pUn iNtEnDeD

[@hannahsymansky9729]

He’s literally perfect

[@randomspaghettibowl8374]

Aw but like they way he said “try it” was adorable

[@em745]

He is literally the cutest

[@shiyameowo]

"When the voice in your head says you're better off dead" my favorite musical quote of all time

[@huneyrain]

i dIDNT KNOW IT WAS HIM THAT PLAYED JD AND I LOVE IT

[@leah-bl9tp]

When Ryan said "a sociopath who murders pepole he smiled lol"

[@perpetualMess.]

I love that deadpan 'try it' at the end

[@manglelover5116]

¿Is it funny for me that when Barrett sang Dead Girl Walking again she needed to be guided by lyrics and Ryan here still knows them?; pardon me if I'm misunderstanding something here.

[@holdingoutforahero5250]

Mangle Lover he likely had time to prepare. if you're referring to the video where she sings at another school, it looked like a spur of the moment thing

[@Bella-xd5ke]

Yeah I believe that this is for an event so he knew he had to prepare before enabling to perform it so well. Whilst she was doing it I think as just a time-passer/ after a vocal warm up in between shows. Either way they both still sing it amazingly

[@nickay_tpwk]

Barrett didn’t have the time to prepare, she was doing DEH for 2 years before that video was taken so it’s understandable that she had to look at the lyrics again (She was Zoe when the cast was doing the workshops and stuff off broadway)

[@manglelover5116]

I think so, not sure again.

[@kylie4501]

she is also doing Janis on Mean Girls Broadway so she memorized those more bc its more recent so maybe she needed help with the lyrics

[@BizarreEntrapmentOfTheGalaxy]

"This song is about a sociopath who murders people and drinks slushies to cope with the pain in his head by brain freezes" Ryan: *smiles innocently like the semi pure bean he is*

[@Fav-ie]

Yes daddy McCartan! Your voice has impregnated me with life.

[@northy5870]

I love how dead his face looks at the start, then by the end goes fully insane. Love him

[@appletree5368]

Can we take a second to apreeciate the guy that is playing the piano? He's amazing!

[@SophiaYabs]

oh my god on my god oh my god oh my god

[@heatherrockwell9012]

Gaaah I love this song! They nailed the casting on this. There may be better singers (maybe), but no one played the character like Ryan. Also I love how as the song goes on he progressively slips into the role and makes more expressions and hand movements

[@carlyscovers28]

I find it so cool how different he preforms the song when he gets to put some of his ideas into it and doesn’t have to be completely in character

[@oliver297]

Yep, this is the only thing I'm going to be watching for a long while

[@f4d4]

That one dislike is chandler

[@f4d4]

Looks like she made 5 other accounts to dislike this

[@maggie5783]

Something Original And Funny 9

[@f4d4]

Ten accounts now, she must be very angry against her murderer👏👏

[@cinnamera]

The only thing I see is Diggie 😂

[@terroglacier981]

M L ME TOO

[@gabbybarnes9552]

SAME LMAO

[@anyam9330]

Me lol

[@ryry8445]

Diggie gone rogue xD

[@regular_noe]

???

[@randomchickrobin]

Hell yes Ryan

[@unicornpug7380]

The "I'm Ryan" is so adorable

[@ForestHag]

I am having a lot of feelings about this particular performance. Also lowkey need that shirt he's wearing

[@vaidilesurvilaite2770]

The ‘I’m Ryan’ was so adorable. Just me?

[@autumn5295]

whoever he was eyeing in the audience may or may not die tomorrow

[@erindalbey]

1:56 BAHAHA His little hand movement during “marry a lawyer.” I want to cry

[@pw3pi]

Me: *So happy that there is amazing musical JD* Also me: *Realises I’ll never see the musical live* ; - ;

[@natalia-hg1js]

Let's just please compare 0:01 to 2:26 , like *shit* he's so talented

[@pumpkinseed8515]

idk what to type but Ryan AAAAAAAAAHHHHH

[@estherrosi-kessel5192]

Omg I saw him in Wicked. HE WAS AMAZING and I just got into Heathers and I REALIZED I GOT TO SEE HIM i love him wtf

[@tsukishimakei9019]

Ryan: " I'm Ryan." 😁. Ryan (again): " this song is about a sociopath" 😄. Ryan (yet again): " who murders people" 😁 the way that he just smiles after every sentace is gold

[@heatherchandler4573]

His lil smile at the start 😭😭😭😭😭🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺

[@Copperflash]

WHO DECIDED THIS MAN WAS ALLOWED SO MUCH TALENT

[@mayas.3455]

"I'm Ryan" Me: WHY DOES THAT SMILE MAKE ME WANNA HUG YOU?!?!?! Like, seriously, it's so cute!

[@marinao4412]

jeez that's intense

[@foodqueen5403]

I loved the start "I'm Ryan" he looked like a kid who has been given a sweet

[@ah_yean]

I love him so much 🥰

[@OneDetAtThisTime]

Ryan’s smiles in the beginning are so freaking cute 😂💗💗