The Fantasticks Act One

West Valley Playhouse
Canoga Park, CA
Filmed on 8-27-17

[@williamkerr8369]

The epitome of wonderful simplicity along with enchanting piano and harp music. That is the essence of this very well directed piece. It drags in some places, but most all videos of live productions seem to do that. The entire cast is having fun, and that's what Community Theater is all about. The protagonist, Louisa, is portrayed by an actress who is clearly of professional caliber. Overall the piece holds it's age pretty well. However I would imagine some modern day teenage girls might be bewildered, possibly even offended by the gushing behavior of a mid 20th century Louisa; but I'd say all is forgiven by her great singing and acting. A most enjoyable experience.

[@ercienne]

Kudos to the pianist and harpist!!!

[@joanmontez7871]

Siena Avila has the voice of an angel. Bravo!!

[@broadwaybaby1246]

Try to Remember: 2:16
Much More: 9:07
Metaphor: 13:39
Never Say No: 27:17
It Depends On What You Pay: 32:50
Soon It's Gonna Rain: 49:48
Happy Ending: 1:01:04

[@PieInTheSky9]

Thank you!

[@JoeKeller116]

How’d you know I only came to see the songs😂

[@satansunderboob2143]

Compared to many performances of this on UA-cam, this one is my favorite.

[@janiceboyd3763]

This makes me so happy. I love the changes made to the words of the abduction song- gives me hope the production will live on . I’ve been listening to the original soundtrack for days and just happened on this video. Very polished performances all around. Amazing accompaniment on piano and harp. Of course Luisa is superlative!❤️😁👌

[@luckibeast844]

She is prefect, he is so-so.

[@paules3437]

Harvey Schmidt was an inimitable genius.

[@voice2024]

Luisa is wonderful!❤

[@nancyfoote2647]

I'd love to see the credits to this. This Louisa has a bit more earthiness with her alto belt! Yeah!!!

[@warwagon]

Bottom Right, J.J Abrams

[@publicfart]

September 2:27

[@emilienunya4877]

23:55

[@drsunshine1959]

Tell El Gallo to remove the clothespin from his nose.

[@kensellers4082]

Now, that’s cruel.

[@sir-ln4qf]

LMFAO