The reason I got into musical theatre, depicted in one note change. I originally watched the 25th because I was OBSESSED with Nick Jonas at the time. Alfie’s performance is what got me into musical theatre. He, in MY OPINION, is the most vocally talented man on earth right now. JOJ and Colm are two of my absolute favorites. But, to me, no one will ever touch Alfie in this role. I went to New York for my 21st birthday JUST to see Alfie as Valjean. He did a run for MAYBE 4 weeks. and I got to stage door and meet him and I told him his performance in the 25th is what got me into musical theatre. I will treasure that moment for the rest of my life.
So the first three start the song and you think, wow, what amazing voices they've got....and then Alfie comes in with this incredible key change and blows them and everyone in the audience away...it makes me cry every time, simply out of amazement :) And I love Michael Ball's reaction in the backround, so genuine :)
Musical theatre originated from opera though. Also musical theatre is about self expression which is why you can find so many different versions of musical theatre pieces. Because technically there are many ways to interpret songs. Colm probably interprets it the way most people interpret prayer; a quiet plea. Alfie put an interesting spin on things. Him putting power behind his voice can symbolize anger, desperation or stubbornness. I know when I was little and my dog passed I was very pissed at god. And when he gets quieter at the end it can be seen as perhaps resigned begging. But I definitely see where your coming from, I just wanted to point out a different perspective c: have an amazing day! And sorry if I posted twice I’m in mobile
@Howardsend88 Prayer is basically a conversation with God and there are many times in the Bible where people were crying out to God with a variety of emotions. Prayer can be quiet but it can also be loud and can explode out of someone's heart as they cry out to God and plead with Him in desperation and agony.
@@krystaltardif269 In the actor's Libretto for the show, this is actually just labeled as "the Prayer." Alfie has stated in several interviews that he took the opinion that Valjean was resigned to the fact the Priest "bought" his soul for God, but the character is still struggling with Christian Love - Javert is supposedly a devout man, but has no love for the poor or downtrodden. Alfie interpreted the Prayer as Valjean arguing with God for Marius' life. He's devoted to seeing Cosette happy, because he promised Fantine that her child would "want for nothing." (And there's that whole guilt thing because Fantine's death is his fault.) With the arrival of the letter, Valjean realizes that Cosette wants Marius. So, he goes to the Barricade to save Marius. And in that vein, he yells that God can take and give - as he did with Valjean's life - so, God can keep Marius safe. If Valjean must die, he must die. But let Marius live.
I will never tire of watching that moment when Alfie comes in....incredible, and Michael Ball face at that moment! This is a proper "right hold my beer moment" 😉😂
Umm…. I have no words. It isn't a "hold my beer" moment; it's a "smile and pretend this makes sense" moment. Colm, John and Simon's performances of Jean ValJean have been so pure for decades and Alfie is nothing but a peacock, mimicking the pristine presentation of a character that has already been perfected. Alfie has talent, no doubt but I cannot imagine that there are many people that grew up hearing Colm as ValJean will ever think Alfie quite “gets it”. He certainly is pretty... and loud… peacock.
I have seen the different movie versions, all the concerts, the shows on Broadway and on Tour of Les Miserables and I can honestly say that Alfie Boe's part from :25-:45 is the single most impressive and exhilarating moment that I have ever witnessed period.
Wow, always liked Colm's version it was written for his voice, however Alfie blew the roof off, you hear the huge difference between a classically trained voice and a musical theatre voice. You can see the reaction of the singers behind Alfie when he sings. Just goose pimples every time. Can listen to this all the time.
Boe's got a lovely voice, but is this song about having a lovely voice? Boe sings very well "with feeling" and all the other that they teach you at music school, but at the end all I'm left with is a beautiful voice. This song comes at a point in the play where a powerful voice is redundant. The best rendition I've seen of this song, other than Colm, is Karimloo's. He knew how to dial back his verdi-baritone belt and show something different.
Sam Serrao Boe doesn’t have feeling. He’s quite wooden. Classically trained doesn’t have to equal wooden. Cosette is often played by a classically trained soprano (orignal Cosettes Rebecca Caine and Judy Kuhn are both classically trained) and most aren’t as wooden as Alfie. Opera singers in opera are also not wooden.
Yes Alfie can sing, and he can definitely sing loud, but he is supposed to be praying in this scene. The audience is supposed to feel pain here, so his interpretation just sounds loud. I like opera by the way, so not hating on classically trained singers...
Alfie sang the song beautifully and with a lot of feeling as Jean Valjean during the main part of the concert. This is an encore, where they expected him to go full on operatic.
I love the way Alfie Boe comes in and blows them all out of the water. And Michael Ball’s reaction is great too. I was lucky enough to see Alfie on broadway some years ago and it was an incredible experience
He did not blow them out of the water, that is not what proper music appreciation is about. These are talented men standing up here and doing a phenomenal job with the part they are given. Now, Nick Jonas had no business on that stage with these men, Norm Lewis and Ramin Karimloo.
All of them have great voices and play the part of Valjean wonderfully but Alfie's voice is so very near to perfection it is amazing. I cry every time I hear him sing these song and now that I have the DVD I listen to it almost every day.
In saw this on Instagram some time ago, I didn't even know there had been a 25th Anniversary Concert. I only saw this excerpt and fell totally in love with this version 😍. I could watch it over and over again. This right here is one of the best versions of any song I have ever heard. I can't even count how many times I have watched this video and how many times I have shown it to other people completely excited, while they couldn't appreciate the greatness of this beautiful song...
I'm a newbie in musical..I cried so many times just watching the show on my PC...all of them are great...I love how there are a bit theatrical move in this 25th anniversary..love love love...oh my GOD..I have added bucket list, one day I hope I can see the 50th anniversary concert..
Michael Ball on the left when Alfie kicks in: awe, pure amazement. And he has seen things. No wonder they hooked up and toured together. I guess it took no more than this moment to convience Ball :D
Michael and Alfie were friends long before this - they met in 2007 when they were in a production of 'Kismet'. Apparently he was the one who suggested Alfie for the role of JVJ to Cameron Mackintosh.
Lesmiserableslondon, please upload the complete quartet! It was a gem of UA-cam. The variety performance is good but it doesn’t compare to the original.
I saw him in the role on Broadway. I went to New York as my 21st birthday present JUST to see him in the role. His performance in this 25th anniversary was the performance that got me into musical theatre. And I got to meet him when he stage doored. It was the coolest thing...
I love how Michael Ball almost shits himself in his joyful excitement at Alfie's key change which then almost immediately turns into an expression like "is this real life? I can't believe him!" :D No wonder they made a duo and now tour together :)
@LukeyBoy36 In 1985 I was 17 when I saw this in the original production at the Barbican in London....it has made me cry for 25 years! Crying is a great way to know that you're in touch with your emotions....I wish you a great musical life. Nick in Spain.
All the comments are about Alfie coming in with his operatic key change and how powerful a moment it is. It is, but in quartet singing blend is everything. Locking in chords is what makes it beautiful. All four singing at the same dynamic with no one part overpowering the other three. Instead of just blowing everyone out of their chairs they missed an opportunity for something much more beautiful in a song that is a man imploring god to spare a young man’s life.
@@fezzik7619 But they did all sing in the same dynamic, until one particular part, the point being, this was not in the show. This was an extra, which the audience loved. I understand you prefer the older style, it was the original, but music does grow as better singers step up. Alfie Boe didn't sing it like an opera in the show, but put on show the talents he worded very hard to get, with the blessing of the producers , writers endorsement. Which as you can see from the comments - was very welcome indeed. If you had seen the practice session you would have known this. This is Musical Theatre not as an Opera. everyone has an opinion and a preference. No one is saying your opinion doesn't stand. It's not a competition.
@@fezzik7619 Then you knew what was coming, why your song and dance. Alfie never blew anyone out of their seats. You played down his performance because you prefer someone else. That's a cheap shot. They didn't miss a shot, they chose to do it better. When you have a Mercedes in the garage, it's a waste of money not to use it. We don't travel with horses & carriages either now a days. Time moves on. Bye.
Why? He's just gotten done giving this amazing performance of the entire show. I'd belt, too, if I had a voice like that (I don't; I'm an alto). Besides - this really is one of the most wonderful songs ever written and deserves the swell of emotion they all give to it at that point. It's fabulous.
Michael's the reason Alfie got the part. As the original Marius, he and Cameron M are good friends. Michael and Alfie have both shared that they were in a "truly horrible production of Kismet" together, and that's how they knew each other. Cameron was searching for a voice for the 25th and Michael recommended Alfie.
Saw this live in the cinema, such an incredible experience, even though I wasn't actually at the O2. I could feel myself tearing up, this always gives me shivers and goosebumps XD AMAZING!
I was there as well, breathtaking indeed. So very much looking forward to the DVD, but I will get to relive the experience on November 17 at the movie theater.
Yep. I think it's one of the most thrilling things I've ever heard in any musical number, in any style, ever. Some moments are just perfect and that's one of them. I'd redo my pitiful 20's (and maybe the teens too) if I could figure out a way to go back in time and be there for that twenty seconds :)
I have this on Dvd (25th anniversary at the O2 Arena), and watch it regularly. The thing l love of this quartet singing is not just the fantastic voices, but the cast behind listening in silence. In fact the lady next to Michael Ball gets so emotional that she places her head on his shoulder during this. It's a wonderful sight to behold. Also during 'one day more', a piece of confetti falls quietly unnoticed behind Alfie Boe, and no one blinks. This show is on my bucket list to watch live one day. Hopefully l will achieve this goal.
Everyone has their favorite. He doesn't use the key change in the actual play, it was just for the quartet. Colm made the role his, I prefer him to Hugh : )
I love Alfie ,John and Colm. Alfie is fantastic but nobody can hold a note like Colm! You can tell by the respect they show him by backing off and letting him hold that note for a for a count of 10 wow!
Yeah, noticed his face too - he's like a proud uncle. In fact, ever i saw this, i've been looking for all AB-MB interactions during the encore. On a side note, look at Sam Barks's head shake @0:57 & at the Ramin-Alfie handshake (but that's on another clip, NOT this one) after the Valjean quartet perf. I totally love this cast!
I've been reading the comments regarding Colm Wilkinson and Alfie Boe . For those stating that Alfie Boe blasts Colm Wilkinson out the water are missing the point . This song was written for musical theatre , not for an opera or a classical recital . Alfie Boe sings the song in a classical , yet over the top manner ; not in the correct , more restrained , nuanced manner in which it should be sung : that is why , for me , Colm Wilkinson's performance wins hands down every time .
Musical theatre originated from opera though. Also musical theatre is about self expression which is why you can find so many different versions of musical theatre pieces. Because technically there are many ways to interpret songs. Yes, it is a prayer and Colm probably interprets it the way most people interpret prayer; a calm quiet plea. Alfie puts an interesting spin on things. I know when I was little and my dog passed, I was very pissed at god. So alfie putting power behind his words may symbolize anger or stubbornness. I completely see where your coming from, but I just wanted to bring up a different perspective. C: have an amazing day!
No one will ever compare to Colm Wilkinson in the singing of 'Bring Him Home' If you saw the full version of this clip the reaction that CW gets from the audience when he sings the finale, even Simon Bowman smiles and knows that this man has made this role his own!
It was written for CW, but he does not have the trained vocals that Alfi does. Alfi gave it the twist of the angry father not wanting to lose his son. Colm couldn't hit those notes in on his best days. His long note at the end is his thing and the boys walked away to let him have it. Nice ending to a very enjoyable respectful performance. I just love how all the cast just melt at Alfi voice tho... they had to change it up to cope with his vocal. Stole the show
The reason I got into musical theatre, depicted in one note change. I originally watched the 25th because I was OBSESSED with Nick Jonas at the time. Alfie’s performance is what got me into musical theatre. He, in MY OPINION, is the most vocally talented man on earth right now. JOJ and Colm are two of my absolute favorites. But, to me, no one will ever touch Alfie in this role. I went to New York for my 21st birthday JUST to see Alfie as Valjean. He did a run for MAYBE 4 weeks. and I got to stage door and meet him and I told him his performance in the 25th is what got me into musical theatre. I will treasure that moment for the rest of my life.
best key change in the history of ever.
NO.
We need a javert trio now. Philip , earl and norm all singing stars together
Save some space for Michael Ball
@@oliverdelica2289 and Hadley Fraser
Yes, yes we do.
@@alec4142 and terrance mann
at the javert club there is a strict ‘no russel allowed’ rule though
So the first three start the song and you think, wow, what amazing voices they've got....and then Alfie comes in with this incredible key change and blows them and everyone in the audience away...it makes me cry every time, simply out of amazement :) And I love Michael Ball's reaction in the backround, so genuine :)
Musical theatre originated from opera though. Also musical theatre is about self expression which is why you can find so many different versions of musical theatre pieces. Because technically there are many ways to interpret songs. Colm probably interprets it the way most people interpret prayer; a quiet plea. Alfie put an interesting spin on things. Him putting power behind his voice can symbolize anger, desperation or stubbornness. I know when I was little and my dog passed I was very pissed at god. And when he gets quieter at the end it can be seen as perhaps resigned begging. But I definitely see where your coming from, I just wanted to point out a different perspective c: have an amazing day! And sorry if I posted twice I’m in mobile
@Howardsend88 Prayer is basically a conversation with God and there are many times in the Bible where people were crying out to God with a variety of emotions. Prayer can be quiet but it can also be loud and can explode out of someone's heart as they cry out to God and plead with Him in desperation and agony.
@@krystaltardif269 In the actor's Libretto for the show, this is actually just labeled as "the Prayer." Alfie has stated in several interviews that he took the opinion that Valjean was resigned to the fact the Priest "bought" his soul for God, but the character is still struggling with Christian Love - Javert is supposedly a devout man, but has no love for the poor or downtrodden. Alfie interpreted the Prayer as Valjean arguing with God for Marius' life. He's devoted to seeing Cosette happy, because he promised Fantine that her child would "want for nothing." (And there's that whole guilt thing because Fantine's death is his fault.) With the arrival of the letter, Valjean realizes that Cosette wants Marius. So, he goes to the Barricade to save Marius. And in that vein, he yells that God can take and give - as he did with Valjean's life - so, God can keep Marius safe. If Valjean must die, he must die. But let Marius live.
Michael has always been so expressive!!
Alfie stunned everyone with that lift and power
I will never tire of watching that moment when Alfie comes in....incredible, and Michael Ball face at that moment! This is a proper "right hold my beer moment" 😉😂
Umm…. I have no words. It isn't a "hold my beer" moment; it's a "smile and pretend this makes sense" moment. Colm, John and Simon's performances of Jean ValJean have been so pure for decades and Alfie is nothing but a peacock, mimicking the pristine presentation of a character that has already been perfected. Alfie has talent, no doubt but I cannot imagine that there are many people that grew up hearing Colm as ValJean will ever think Alfie quite “gets it”. He certainly is pretty... and loud… peacock.
Its beautiful. Just stunning
@@melr.9092 Don't agree - Colm was great...it was written for him. But Alfie takes it to a whole new level.
@@casperwallace9685 OK. With respect, can you extrapolate on that? What is the new level?
@@melr.9092 The key change was planned. Watch the rehearsals. I personally like all of them.
I have seen the different movie versions, all the concerts, the shows on Broadway and on Tour of Les Miserables and I can honestly say that Alfie Boe's part from :25-:45 is the single most impressive and exhilarating moment that I have ever witnessed period.
Yep! Was thinking "okay, they got Alfie Boe, he's pretty dec-*BAM, key change* HOLY HELL MY EARS DIED AND WENT TO HEAVEN! DO NOT RESUSCITATE"
You can barely see the face of Michael Ball during the infamous key change, but you can see he's almost crying. Love Alfie.
The way Alfie comes in... My god that was amazing
Yes!!!😂😂😂❤❤❤❤❤
Alfie Boe - wonderful key change. Takes a song with a high range and makes it even higher. Brilliant!
That’s only because it’s his preferred key and in a head voice he also likes. 😂😀
Oh my goodness! Alfie! Wow!
I was there and I cried...it was simply stunning.
Wow. I am so envious. Alfie Boe simply soared above the rest.
0:25-0:48 is just epic. No deeper analysis is necessary.
right
And 0:52-1:13
Phenomenal vocals from Alfie Boe!!! Colm Wilkinson's still got in him. Absolutely incredible, was so lucky to be there..sixth row!!!!!!!! X
Wow, always liked Colm's version it was written for his voice, however Alfie blew the roof off, you hear the huge difference between a classically trained voice and a musical theatre voice. You can see the reaction of the singers behind Alfie when he sings. Just goose pimples every time. Can listen to this all the time.
Boe's got a lovely voice, but is this song about having a lovely voice? Boe sings very well "with feeling" and all the other that they teach you at music school, but at the end all I'm left with is a beautiful voice. This song comes at a point in the play where a powerful voice is redundant. The best rendition I've seen of this song, other than Colm, is Karimloo's. He knew how to dial back his verdi-baritone belt and show something different.
Sam Serrao Boe doesn’t have feeling. He’s quite wooden. Classically trained doesn’t have to equal wooden. Cosette is often played by a classically trained soprano (orignal Cosettes Rebecca Caine and Judy Kuhn are both classically trained) and most aren’t as wooden as Alfie. Opera singers in opera are also not wooden.
Yes Alfie can sing, and he can definitely sing loud, but he is supposed to be praying in this scene. The audience is supposed to feel pain here, so his interpretation just sounds loud. I like opera by the way, so not hating on classically trained singers...
Alfie sang the song beautifully and with a lot of feeling as Jean Valjean during the main part of the concert. This is an encore, where they expected him to go full on operatic.
@@johnjungkook2721 Everyone to their own..........
As amazing as they all are…Alfie just raises the roof. Have listened to this soooo many times but it blows me away every time. X
I love the way Alfie Boe comes in and blows them all out of the water. And Michael Ball’s reaction is great too. I was lucky enough to see Alfie on broadway some years ago and it was an incredible experience
He did not blow them out of the water, that is not what proper music appreciation is about. These are talented men standing up here and doing a phenomenal job with the part they are given. Now, Nick Jonas had no business on that stage with these men, Norm Lewis and Ramin Karimloo.
When Alfie sings, it's like the glorious Concorde taking off... with its sonic boom hitting the cast members behind and the audience in front of him
It’s enough to wake poor Marius up😂
If you watch the rehearsals on UA-cam the key change was written for Alfie Boe.
Imagine sitting just in front of the stage, such vocal power. Stunning, absolutely stunning.
An amazing start and then wam bam enter Alfie and the best key change I’ve ever heard. My go to feel good moment
All of them have great voices and play the part of Valjean wonderfully but Alfie's voice is so very near to perfection it is amazing. I cry every time I hear him sing these song and now that I have the DVD I listen to it almost every day.
In saw this on Instagram some time ago, I didn't even know there had been a 25th Anniversary Concert. I only saw this excerpt and fell totally in love with this version 😍. I could watch it over and over again. This right here is one of the best versions of any song I have ever heard. I can't even count how many times I have watched this video and how many times I have shown it to other people completely excited, while they couldn't appreciate the greatness of this beautiful song...
Superb singing - Alfie Boe at his absolute best !!!!
john owen jones is class
I'm a newbie in musical..I cried so many times just watching the show on my PC...all of them are great...I love how there are a bit theatrical move in this 25th anniversary..love love love...oh my GOD..I have added bucket list, one day I hope I can see the 50th anniversary concert..
Michael Ball on the left when Alfie kicks in: awe, pure amazement. And he has seen things. No wonder they hooked up and toured together. I guess it took no more than this moment to convience Ball :D
Michael and Alfie were friends long before this - they met in 2007 when they were in a production of 'Kismet'. Apparently he was the one who suggested Alfie for the role of JVJ to Cameron
Mackintosh.
@@suzannerae7124 Wow, I didn't know that! Thank you!
Absolutely breathtaking! Those voices, alone, are gorgeous.....together, they're beyond indescribable. I have goosebumps hearing them!
Lesmiserableslondon, please upload the complete quartet! It was a gem of UA-cam. The variety performance is good but it doesn’t compare to the original.
Just over month until we get to see him live as Valjean again....cant wait 😁!!!
I saw him in the role on Broadway. I went to New York as my 21st birthday present JUST to see him in the role. His performance in this 25th anniversary was the performance that got me into musical theatre. And I got to meet him when he stage doored. It was the coolest thing...
the change of expression
in Michael Ball as Alfie begins
so lovely ...twinkly delight & joy
by the way Michael Ball is
extremely attractive
I love how Michael Ball almost shits himself in his joyful excitement at Alfie's key change which then almost immediately turns into an expression like "is this real life? I can't believe him!" :D No wonder they made a duo and now tour together :)
@LukeyBoy36 In 1985 I was 17 when I saw this in the original production at the Barbican in London....it has made me cry for 25 years! Crying is a great way to know that you're in touch with your emotions....I wish you a great musical life.
Nick in Spain.
All the comments are about Alfie coming in with his operatic key change and how powerful a moment it is. It is, but in quartet singing blend is everything. Locking in chords is what makes it beautiful. All four singing at the same dynamic with no one part overpowering the other three. Instead of just blowing everyone out of their chairs they missed an opportunity for something much more beautiful in a song that is a man imploring god to spare a young man’s life.
But this - was not written for that it was specially written for Boe's abilities, its not how he sung it in the show.
@@casperwallace9685 *sang* *it's*...I understand that, but my point still stands.
@@fezzik7619 But they did all sing in the same dynamic, until one particular part, the point being, this was not in the show. This was an extra, which the audience loved.
I understand you prefer the older style, it was the original, but music does grow as better singers step up. Alfie Boe didn't sing it like an opera in the show, but put on show the talents he worded very hard to get, with the blessing of the producers , writers endorsement.
Which as you can see from the comments - was very welcome indeed. If you had seen the practice session you would have known this. This is Musical Theatre not as an Opera. everyone has an opinion and a preference. No one is saying your opinion doesn't stand.
It's not a competition.
@@casperwallace9685 I watched the practice sessions on UA-cam as well. You don’t have any insider information on me. Calm down
@@fezzik7619 Then you knew what was coming, why your song and dance. Alfie never blew anyone out of their seats. You played down his performance because you prefer someone else.
That's a cheap shot.
They didn't miss a shot, they chose to do it better. When you have a Mercedes in the garage, it's a waste of money not to use it. We don't travel with horses & carriages either now a days. Time moves on. Bye.
The royal variety show was the first time I saw this. I had heard the songs but Alfie made me buy it blows me away
damn it Alfie you broke my glass with those amazing voice!
hahaha michaels reaction when alfie starts singing
Samatha shakes her head in the back ground too
Why? He's just gotten done giving this amazing performance of the entire show. I'd belt, too, if I had a voice like that (I don't; I'm an alto). Besides - this really is one of the most wonderful songs ever written and deserves the swell of emotion they all give to it at that point. It's fabulous.
Just got out of the filmed version of the staged Les Mis concert. Naturally I had to come find this and watch it. 💗
Colm gives me chills on the first line, so much emotion.
I have been a fan sice I was a kid.. No one does a better Jean Valjean..And I have seen many :)
Colm was born to be valjean, no matter how good Alfie is, Colm will always be 24601
Quando o Alfie Boe da um passinho pra frente, pensei. "segura aí meus irmãos que vem bomba!!" O cara e uma potência!❤
Alfie Boe - WOW! WOW! Amazing xxxxx
totally will grab a copy of this!!!! holy shit!
Pure bliss for the soul....
it is breath-taking!!!!!
i think this is celestial !
oh my god...this is just gorgeous.
Alfie is amazing what a wonderful voice x
Alfie Boe might be the best signer currently working on Planet Earth. I’ve listened to this moment 100 times and it always makes my heart skip a beat
This always brings a tear...wonderful!
michael ball the big fan girl
fiachraswaz Michael is close friends with Colm, John and Alfie so no surprise that he fan girls for them!
Michael the Javert now lol xxx
Michael's the reason Alfie got the part. As the original Marius, he and Cameron M are good friends. Michael and Alfie have both shared that they were in a "truly horrible production of Kismet" together, and that's how they knew each other. Cameron was searching for a voice for the 25th and Michael recommended Alfie.
Outstanding in every sense!
Alfie ..... like a boss!
I cried when I first heard this.
Soar to the Heavens Alfie !!!!
….and wake up Marius
Today(Feb. 3rd 2023) I went to watch JOJ at Shibuya, Tokyo.
The week after next I will go to watch Alfie Boe at Shibuya, Tokyo.
What a month!
Saw this live in the cinema, such an incredible experience, even though I wasn't actually at the O2. I could feel myself tearing up, this always gives me shivers and goosebumps XD AMAZING!
I was there. Amazing evening.
I watch it all the time, i love it
Alfie boe's voice is incredible
Stunning words fail me
So true :)
Simply amazing.
STUNNING!
Thank you very much
Its like stand back lads this is how its done! Good lad Alfie!!!!
Beautiful harmonies for a great song. Can't wait for the dvd to come out!
I was there as well, breathtaking indeed. So very much looking forward to the DVD, but I will get to relive the experience on November 17 at the movie theater.
Valjean Quartetはフルバージョンではないです。フルバージョン、最高！！
Oh how wonderful
Maravilloso !! Amo la historia de los miserables
Wow...Alfie Boe was just stunning!
Can't wait to get the DVD! :)
ALFIE ALFIE ALFIE
Yep. I think it's one of the most thrilling things I've ever heard in any musical number, in any style, ever. Some moments are just perfect and that's one of them. I'd redo my pitiful 20's (and maybe the teens too) if I could figure out a way to go back in time and be there for that twenty seconds :)
The DVD was the best thing I've bought this year :)
LOVE Jean Valjean! I don't care if Javert or Eponine are awesome.... Jean Valjean is definitely my favorite! Incredible!!!
I have this on Dvd (25th anniversary at the O2 Arena), and watch it regularly. The thing l love of this quartet singing is not just the fantastic voices, but the cast behind listening in silence. In fact the lady next to Michael Ball gets so emotional that she places her head on his shoulder during this. It's a wonderful sight to behold.
Also during 'one day more', a piece of confetti falls quietly unnoticed behind Alfie Boe, and no one blinks.
This show is on my bucket list to watch live one day. Hopefully l will achieve this goal.
Alfie boe, amazing!
I am sure I have already left a comment, but I return to this recording because it is so out standing, so forgive me /// wonderfulX
Angels
I will say that the 4 dudes are the top 4 best mens who have played the Main Character of Jean Valjean!
GOOSEBUMPS.
Alfie Boe after that night : okay, I can die in peace, now.
Oh This is amazing!
Gave me chills!
Simon Bowman is incredible!
Can't wait for this DVD! :D
Just saw it tonight as well. It was amazing! Can't wait to get the DVD.
Epic!!
the Angels are smiling too !!!
Everyone has their favorite. He doesn't use the key change in the actual play, it was just for the quartet. Colm made the role his, I prefer him to Hugh : )
Not a big Opera fan ( no disrespect ) but this makes the hairs on my neck stand .
Colm Wilkinson may be my favorite out of all of them, He'll always be Jean Val Jean to me.
this is really amazing!!!
i want the dvd now now now!!!!
I love Alfie ,John and Colm. Alfie is fantastic but nobody can hold a note like Colm! You can tell by the respect they show him by backing off and letting him hold that note for a for a count of 10 wow!
Quelle voix, quelle puissance, que celle de Alfie Boe. Tout à fait merveilleux !! Par contre, seulement 1 minute, dommage .
Alfie Boe: Everybody calm the fuck down. I got this.
COLM ! ❤❤❤❤❤
Thank you (;
Alfie's very powerful but I still prefer the range of the more restrained, sensual, supple, voice of John Owen-Jones.
Yeah, noticed his face too - he's like a proud uncle. In fact, ever i saw this, i've been looking for all AB-MB interactions during the encore. On a side note, look at Sam Barks's head shake @0:57 & at the Ramin-Alfie handshake (but that's on another clip, NOT this one) after the Valjean quartet perf. I totally love this cast!
I've been reading the comments regarding Colm Wilkinson and Alfie Boe . For those stating that Alfie Boe blasts Colm Wilkinson out the water are missing the point . This song was written for musical theatre , not for an opera or a classical recital . Alfie Boe sings the song in a classical , yet over the top manner ; not in the correct , more restrained , nuanced manner in which it should be sung : that is why , for me , Colm Wilkinson's performance wins hands down every time .
Musical theatre originated from opera though. Also musical theatre is about self expression which is why you can find so many different versions of musical theatre pieces. Because technically there are many ways to interpret songs. Yes, it is a prayer and Colm probably interprets it the way most people interpret prayer; a calm quiet plea. Alfie puts an interesting spin on things. I know when I was little and my dog passed, I was very pissed at god. So alfie putting power behind his words may symbolize anger or stubbornness. I completely see where your coming from, but I just wanted to bring up a different perspective. C: have an amazing day!
No one will ever compare to Colm Wilkinson in the singing of 'Bring Him Home' If you saw the full version of this clip the reaction that CW gets from the audience when he sings the finale, even Simon Bowman smiles and knows that this man has made this role his own!
It was written for CW, but he does not have the trained vocals that Alfi does. Alfi gave it the twist of the angry father not wanting to lose his son. Colm couldn't hit those notes in on his best days. His long note at the end is his thing and the boys walked away to let him have it. Nice ending to a very enjoyable respectful performance. I just love how all the cast just melt at Alfi voice tho... they had to change it up to cope with his vocal. Stole the show
Exactly! Colm is and always will be THE Jean Valjean! ❤️
I love how they get progressively better, then Alfie Boe comes in and owns the lot of them.