The Outsiders Perform "Throwing in the Towel" on TODAY

[@norawithanh]

Obsessed with Brody casually throwing insane harmonies while hanging off monkey bars

[@lilly-zy6ni]

DUDE I KNOWWWWWW. when he goes high for “there ain’t no letting go” UGHHHHH KILL ME

[@HaleyDeValliere]

“I can’t lose my big brother too” had me crying in the theater 😢

[@MoaDiarys]

The whole show got me crying in the theater 😭

[@sidneyhansen3240]

Right at this song had me full on tears and my parents were like “why r u crying?”

[@katiekat44]

I started crying with this song and didn’t stop until the end. Absolutely breathtaking acting and vocals

[@Alex-wo5zn]

They should do what they did with Hamilton, record it and put it on a streaming service, I really wanna watch it

[@lylakhuri]

FR

[@ghostking7853]

Please. That'll probably be the only way I could ever see it

[@sidneyhansen3240]

Fr

[@StarryKat]

@@ghostking7853 there's going to be a nation wide tour starting next fall

[@troyfoutch5124]

While a great idea, and I agree, performances like this lose a lot of their power when watched on TV. Just my opinion on it, but I have watched Hamilton, and Phantom of the Opera in the past and, while great, just did not have the same feel to them as seeing them live would have.

[@ethanholmes4321]

There is just something about Jason Schmidt’s voice. Dude’s got depth, tone, dexterity, and command.

[@fadeenatunis]

yes you worded this perfectly i 100% agree

[@marytheresejacksonlutz2533]

Love it

[@PossumGod12]

He was also amazing in the the show Grease:Rise Of The Pink Ladies, he didn't get very many opportunities to sing unfortunately but his solo song in that show is really good

[@ethanholmes4321]

@@PossumGod12 - Yes! I’ve heard the song and seen the accompanying video. He sings some complex melodies in that song. It affirmed my stance that he is an impressive vocalist. I just hope that he lands a leading role, if he wants one. He doesn’t have a traditional theater voice, which I like very much, but I hope it doesn’t hinder his ability to grow his career. He’s certainly got the talent.

[@zoerosey]

🗣🗣🗣"I KNOW YOUR HEAD IS FULL OF DOUBTS, BUT BROTHER THAT'S WHAT LOVE IS ALL ABOUT!!!!!!!" the way he sings this will always be beautiful

[@inkstainsandantiques6265]

Is no one gonna talk about the hug at the end? How Pony flew into Darrel’s arms, and soda joined the hug. Those three are literally the Curtis brothers, you cannot change my mind 😂

[@total.eclipse.of.the.sun.395]

the hug KILLS ME every time 😭❤

[@lilliewright5213]

I love that Ponyboy sings with them, despite not being physically there with them. His words remind me of a prayer--begging his big brother to hold on for him. He can't do this alone.

[@byuuchan6358]

Darry's mid distance stare of utter defeat UGHHH

[@spritezero79]

Yes I was gonna say that, the look on his face just makes me want to hug him and say it's gonna be OK.

[@madisonharrill1935]

The brothers’ relationship is always sticks out to me the most in the story so I’m so happy they have captured it here

[@roxiesbroadwaybreakdown5599]

Brent Comer and Jason Schmidt are perfect as Darrell and Sodapop. Love the song, gorgeous vocals-harmonize beautifully.

[@Sarah-ho1oi]

At this point in the musical, I started crying, everyone around me was crying, and we didn't stop. This show was amazing.

[@emilyk6166]

Gosh I’m DYING to see this show! I’ve obsessively watched every scrap of footage we can get and am pretty sure I’m responsible for at least half these views. The Curtis brothers are such beloved characters and from what I’ve seen Brent, Jason, and Brody really do them justice. Brent really nails this song, I’m so impressed by him (and love that he is a JMU alum!!) He was in his senior year during my twin’s freshman year but pretty sure I’ve seen him in a couple shows during his time there!

[@BrynleyAshton]

saw it a month ago and can confirm they are PHENOMENAL I've been a fan of Jasons for a while so I knew he would be but I was so incredibly blown away by Brent, he is such a gem and adds so much life and personality to Darry. Hope you're able to see it!! Wish I could see it over and over ◡̈

[@hannahvance3798]

I have been a fan of Jason since the La Jolla run plus grease rise of the pink ladies

[@spritezero79]

Same, watching everything!!!

[@sidneyhansen3240]

I saw it about a month ago, let me also say PHENOMENAL vocals and energy portrayed, and ever since I’ve been trying to find every scrap of footage to watch and make sure that I can see it again.

[@bluelv]

This is def THE song from this show!

[@leahjennings9181]

Yessss

[@troyfoutch5124]

I agree, but "Stay Gold" is an absolute punch in the gut too.

[@robertr798]

This song snuck up on me when I saw the musical, and these three performances got this jaded theatregoer to BAWL. Beautiful song, passionately delivered.

[@thegmw8285]

I've listened to this at least 20 times. I come back to this song every time I'm bored.

[@Apenguin545]

the way sodapop looks at darry makes me feel so many things 😭

[@leah6820-y9v]

Sometimes you remember that Darry is only 20. This song describes the Curtis brothers perfectly.

[@dietercmichaels5458]

Im a grown ass man, and that just made me cry like a baby and I have no idea why

[@maryann778]

Assuming if you've read this book back in middle school or highschool, understandable. We were all like that, still are.

[@travontereed9119]

this song is stunning! One of the most beautiful songs I've heard so far this year.

[@flipxd]

I read this book when I was 12. I remembered there was something special about it. The performance of this song brings that whole story to a vivid new life to me. These gents, they're not just singing, they're not just acting. They're channeling philadelphia. Bravo and congrats to them on the wins. If this is any measure of the whole production then it was well deserved.

[@troyfoutch5124]

Not bashing your comments, all very well stated, but wouldn't they be channeling Tulsa, not Philadelphia? Unless you meant the movie Philadelphia, then I totally get it. The Outsiders was required reading in high school and the movie did it justice. Cannot wait to get to NYC to see this show live.

[@SmoshedbyIckyrus]

For people asking Sodapop is played by Jason Schmidt and Darry is played by Brent Comer

[@sidneyhansen3240]

This specific song had me in tears during the show.

[@RobertWeinstein-z7b]

Saw this show now 4 times and it is phenomenal! Everyone should see it.

[@julia_covers]

Seeing this live had me sobbing because I have felt like giving up when things got too hard like Darry wanted too, I have run from my problems that had harsh consequences like Ponyboy, and I have comforted people no matter the situation and reassured them that I need them even when they wanted to give up just like Sodapop. I am so glad that this was made into a musical for the next generation to relate to and enjoy. This cast is PHENOMENAL! I am so glad I could see this show and have these songs as a comfort blanket. Makes my little theatre kid heart happy 🥺❤

[@teresajames_]

This is literally my favourite song of the whole show

[@vickysobchik3948]

Amazing show! Just saw it last night. Everything was incredible. The acting, the singing. The choreography!

[@Bwayfan]

Brent, Jason and Brody's harmony at 3:06 on "The time is now or never" almost brought me to tears and gave severe chills. Btw Brent's acting in this is so believable it break my heart no matter how many times I watch it. Does anyone else notice at 2:57 that Jason kinda does a neck roll

[@paulinedejesus8287]

I cried watching this during the show. This show is just superb! I laughed. I cried, and it just had me feeling so full of emotion. This show was so beautifully done ... with all involved.

[@mp3holder94]

Saw this show a few weeks ago and it immediately became my favorite musical !! Have tickets to see it for the second time next month 😍

[@smileitcanhelp]

Jason is killing it!!

[@Ken-lw5qb]

I love this song so much!! It really gives a good perspective for darry that I feel like the movies didn’t show as much, he is my favorite character 💕 I still love Patrick swayze though

[@kenzgitz9884]

I'm kind of glad that I read The Outsiders when I was older because I can see how I was a lot like Ponyboy in middle/high school and since I'm in my twenties I understand Darry's perspective and how he probably doesn't feel like an adult yet and still has to juggle all of this

[@Purple_Cherries]

god the hug at the end kills me every time

[@rexbitten]

Really happy to see Jason again he was great in Rise of the Pink Ladies.

[@jujub4553]

Whew those armsssss 💪🤤🤤🤤🤤

[@dellamichelle7913]

That hug at the end ❤

[@frankonice]

I can't stop listening to this!!

[@Musical_Theater_fan]

I saw the outsiders last month. It was absolutly amazing!! This is one of my favorite songs!! ❤❤

[@johnwood3385]

Ok y’all I just found this a few weeks ago but I so blessed this song is awesome!! Love you boys just a big fan of your vocals and how you act is awesome. ❤❤🔥🔥Jason, Brent and and Brody you guys are so awesome that’s why I wanna go back into acting!!

[@medranomichael]

Seeing this live on Broadway was life changing

[@dizzydevil547]

Glad you posted this! Im in the UK and we no longer get NBC news channel on virgin media cable ..i used to watch Today every morning ( even though it was allways a day behind) ....i miss watching it ....Virgin have got rid of all the american news channels over the yrs used to get nbc , cnn ect now all we get is cnbc and bloomberg that are more stock market and buissness channels ..they have also just dumped talk tv which was a british news channel too! along with other channels such as TCM ect , they have been replaced with channels (that you dont know whats gonna be on program wise) that stream from the Pluto channel ect!

[@StayGoldBooks315]

Oh my gosh I’m crying 😭 that was so beautiful! I need to see this musical! I hope it comes to my hometown!

[@Pixilatedgirl]

I wish broadway plays weren’t so expensive 😢 would love to see this one day.

[@buggiemara4902]

First time I learned about this musical and now we're gonna watch it because of the muscular guy what a hottie

[@brycem.4062]

Which muscular guy? They both are! Haha, I wonder how they balance working out and performing

[@SmoshedbyIckyrus]

Which one Brent Comer [Darryl] or Jason Schmidt [Sodapop] ?

[@dongelstrof]

I love the people singing along at the beginning! I'm sad that I missed this at La Jolla and this clip definitely makes the case to me to prioritize seeing this the next time I am in NYC!

[@laneasworld9624]

Screaming. Crying. Wishing I was in NY already 😭

[@jamesmcinnis208]

Were

[@HeyItsSarah30]

SAME 😭😭

[@laneasworld9624]

@@jamesmcinnis208 was

[@laneasworld9624]

@@HeyItsSarah30 ngl wanna go together, just found out i’m eligible for discounts 😭

[@jamesmcinnis208]

@@laneasworld9624 Nope

[@neonlights777]

My favorite song in the show!!

[@rainyxdayzz]

the og is always gonna be my fav

[@kj8169]

Love this. They sound great together. I really wish I could see this show.

[@QS107]

Brent Comer ❤❤

[@leahjennings9181]

I’ve been wanting a video/recording of this song since I saw the show

[@jaymesjaymes]

@@leahjennings9181me too! darry is my favorite character and this song kills me in the best way

[@emilyk6166]

He is so talented and his good looks don’t hurt either 😍🤣

[@leahjennings9181]

@@emilyk6166 girl when I stage doored I was so tongue tied lol. I was like “Can I get a… selfie…?”

[@emilyk6166]

@@leahjennings9181 lmaoo I would be too 🤣 I’m so glad you got to experience the show and stage door!! I want to see it so badly but definitely not in the budget so am obsessively watching every piece of footage/ performance I can get my hands on lol. The whole cast is so talented and I love that they brought in mostly Broadway newbies- they are all going to be big stars!

[@gracebrands6339]

God I wanna see the musical live so bad

[@ElfieBrown-i6s]

Beautiful performance, Rhea! ❤

[@karissalago4465]

Thank you for these!!!!

[@crispzapple]

I may be over analyzing this but there is something so similar about Brody, Brent and Jason hugging to Tommy, Patrick and Rob hugging in the movie- Pony (Both Brody and Tommy) runs over to Darry and throws his arm around him, Darry (Both Patrick and Brent) wrap his arms around Pony. Soda, who joins the hug after from the side and puts his arms around them (both Jason and Rob) and then Darry (again, both Brent and Patrick do this) puts an arm around Soda. I don’t know if they did it subconsciously or on purpose- but the fact that the hug is nearly if not identical to how the brothers hug in the movie is making me overthink things-

[@frances7871]

I can’t stop watching this

[@Paul-t3w1y]

Man love the outsiders I would love to see this show Bakersfield CA USA

[@vsp..gr4c3]

i LOVE this.

[@cablucy]

the hug at the end makes me cry

[@Arbnor55]

wow ... just incredible

[@flipian86]

I think this was my favorite song from the musical!

[@Trinity_Honey12]

They did such a good job casting these brothers. I thought the movie was fantastic but this is on a whole new level

[@matheusveigamatveiga1995]

this is such , omg . Feeling very emotional

[@ch3rry.c0k3.13]

IM GONNA CRY I NEED TO SEE THIS LIVE

[@bikeyy2714]

thanks jeyop! you feed us well

[@marytheresejacksonlutz2533]

😢Love this

[@Maine_Course]

Simply the best!!!!!

[@82mabli]

Read the book in school a long time ago, I hope it comes to germany one day

[@alvinmedina7121]

went recently . awesome show

[@laurenroupe2321]

Anyone who’s struggled mentally or simply just had a hard time with life can easily relate to this song. I’m so glad it shows the hardships of life but also provides hope and that there’s something to stick around for. 🩵 If you’re reading this, you matter. I love you.

[@stephenfermoyle4578]

AMAZING

[@Jazzylovea123]

They should put this on Disney+

[@eamonclark4952]

It’s one of the saddest Broadway songs I’ve ever heard

[@Justice22155]

My new Obsession

[@carolinang2]

jason’s a star

[@laneasworld9624]

Would anyone like to go see this musical together?

[@Swirlzberry]

The brothers ever

[@thebrodirectioner]

bro, theyre so hot

[@springsummerwinterorfall]

And they’re all gay

[@Thenameisjim94]

arms.

[@VocalEdgeTV]

Why is the sync so off?

[@sndlp1]

❤❤❤

[@strykertool]

Damn why he is so jacked ?

[@leah6820-y9v]

Because they're performing eight shows a week. And, if you're referring to Darry, he roofs houses.

[@jimhenson8553]

How many parents can identify with the song these days? This song has more heart in three notes than the whole score of Evan Hansen.

[@johannaplockl463]

I didnt know men were able to sing like this WITH THOSE ARMS like they gotta be in the way

[@lauralockman8472]

Saw it on friday and jason wasnt in it no idea who was playing sodapop

[@BrynleyAshton]

you probably saw Dan Berry!! He plays Paul regularly but is the primary understudy for Jason. How do you like him? Heard he's been amazing!!!

[@starpinkston9103]

Yeah, Jason was sick on Friday :(

[@lauralockman8472]

He was great ​@@BrynleyAshton

[@lauralockman8472]

Too bad ​@@starpinkston9103

[@lauralockman8472]

​@@BrynleyAshtonhe was amazing

[@kaitlynrowena5463]

Who’s the guy with the huge biceps

[@leah6820-y9v]

Both of them?

[@SmoshedbyIckyrus]

Jason Schmidt and Brent Comer

[@kamryntale]

im half of these views i think

[@Spacecorgi]

arms

[@Pixilatedgirl]

I don’t know anything about their sexuality but they seem to have chemistry ☺️

[@hannahotten4907]

They're... playing brothers. 😱

[@Pixilatedgirl]

@@hannahotten4907 I know haha but I’ve seen them in interviews and I think they are cute 😂

[@hannahotten4907]

@@Pixilatedgirl ohhhh, ok. It's just that this fandom can be pretty weird sometimes, so that's just where my brain went. (As for me, I think it seems more like a bromance, but whatever.)

[@Purple_Cherries]

WHATS THE CONTEXT HELP

[@brittanykeith2381]

Pony’s gone at the moment and it’s just Soda and Darry.

[@robertr798]

Their little brother, Pony, is in legal trouble and on the run. Darrel has been supporting the family since their parents died, the pressure is getting to him, and Soda is encouraging him to keep hope.

[@dwightk.schrute3055]

I met them mm

[@ryanshaw2223]

Are you sure those were mics on the head? It looked poorly lip synched and I thought the "mics" were hair plugs?

[@starpinkston9103]

Yes, that is actually what their mics look like. They were singing live, the audio is just a little out of sync.

[@leah6820-y9v]

Mics are almost always on the forehead now. They're singing live.

[@BrynleyAshton]

Brent (plays darry on the chair) is in the comments and said that they were singing to an instrumental track, also you can see the physical exertion when Jason (soda) is singing. Its live television so the audio isn't synced up all the way but YES they are singing!!

[@MissPerriwinkle]

they used to sing live on this show....

[@emilyk6166]

They are live, the video is just lagging a bit!

[@eibod]

Is this lip synced?

[@jujub4553]

No, they’re singing live. You can see their mics where their widows peaks are/would be

[@frankonice]

nope! all live!

[@claddagh1826]

when the guys who were not nominated for a tony are much better singers than the guy who was. i wonder how secretly pissed off they are.

[@BrynleyAshton]

oh so actually brody, sky, and joshua are incredibly talented as well. No need to bring that kind of negativity I'm sure they're thrilled for their friends! ◡̈

[@leah6820-y9v]

Wow. That’s unnecessary.

[@springsummerwinterorfall]

Good lip-synching

[@starpinkston9103]

They actually are performing live, it's just that the audio is slightly out of sync with the video.

[@franklesser5655]

Unfortunate lip syncing.

[@multi3ditz]

They’re actually signingt, the audio in the playback just didn’t sync

[@troyfoutch5124]

All you have to do to know they're not lip syncing is watch their Adam's Apple. If it's not moving they're lip syncing, theirs are moving, they're singing live.

[@Cloudetower]

Oh this is gross

[@leah6820-y9v]

You? I agree.

[@mrcblaser]

Lip synching.

[@toddcrosby2783]

Some of the worst lip syncing since Millie Vanillie!

[@starpinkston9103]

They actually are singing live, they video is just slightly out of sync with the audio. You can see their microphones close to the hairline on their foreheads.

[@joshuaodaugherty8117]

The lip syncing on this is horrendous. Why were they not actually performing?

[@opinionatedindividual8146]

They were preforming live….. the video has a slight delay

[@irisbjones]

No, they are lip syncing. There is not enough breath to sing... And they aren't wearing mics.

[@irisbjones]

Also, where is the full orchestra?

[@couldntthinkofanythn]

lol nope. We were singing. Mics are under our hair. We sang to an instrumental track

[@AveryRetzer]

@@couldntthinkofanythnlol, hi brent! INCREDIBLE performance, my gosh🥲❤️

[@JohnSmith-xg9wx]

I almost cried. Please come to Jacksonville, Florida. Please.

[@JohnSmith-xg9wx]

@@leah6820-y9v Someday.

[@janehopper5650]

they’re going on tour in 2025?