This production of Hello, Dolly! is one of the best revivals that we've had in the west end. Just went to see it the other day and I am speechless even now. I really like how this show actually got the chance to do perform this because I remember they tried to do this in 2020 but of course that couldn't happen. Amazing things are worth the wait!!
seeing her as the understudy to Julia McKenzie in 'Guys and Dolls' over 40 years ago, and then her taking over the role of Miss Adelaide, to this point is quite the trajectory. She was a lovely young woman then (I worked in the same theatre), and seems to have not have changed in that regard. A national treasure, deserving the recognition she receives.
Was at the show last night - 16th July -= AMAZING! The whole cast were a class apart - and Imelda! SUBLIME! That lady is true theatre royalty. Never in all my years of going to the theatre have I witnessed, nor been part of, such an ovation at the end of a show! I have no words to describe it - this show is a MUST see! You've only got till 14th Sept to see it!
I still can't get over this production's orchestrations. 21 pieces, yet when I close my eyes - it sounds like a much larger orchestra. Stellar cast, Imelda is brilliant as Dolly, not to mention these stunning visuals (shame I can't see this in person unless I fly across the pond - only two months)
This morning will go down in History for 2 reasons #1 my husband suprised me this morning with a trip to London for 2 weeks and on August 17 he got 2 tickets 3rd row center Orchestra to see my #1❤ Stage actress Imelda Staunton in Hello Dolly!!! #2 I wrote her a fan letter and she answered back the next day!!!!! I am now in Imelda heaven!!!!
Ok, yay for you and your husband! I'm jealous but happy for you! So do say, where did you write her? I want to- I talked to her after Gypsy but would love to write her.
Lucky you! She is FABulous. I am always so impressed that she has done and continues to do musicals in the west end as well as being one of England's greatest dramatic actresses--she was so brilliant in Masterpiece's "Flesh and Blood."
I told my daughter that I would take her on a mother-daughter trip to celebrate her college graduation. She picked London. And I insisted on seeing Hello Dolly, which we saw tonight. Dame Imelda was absolutely fabulous!!! Please come perform in the states.
Watched the show 20th August. Brilliant performance by Imelda and the cast. What an amazing set, with the scrollling background plus the travelator. I honestly thought the train was real! Best musical in the West End this summer.
I want to see Imelda! Hope it will transfer to New York next year-- if I could get there and afford it from Boston! Saw her twice in London in Gypsy! She's the best!
She absolutely nailed the journey from grief to joy, hers is a many layered Dolly. Lovely touch in ‘Before the Parade Passes By’ when the Funeral Directors Guild March past, she greets and shakes the hand of the boss. A nod to the passing of her late husband.
I saw her in Gypsy a number of years ago and thought I she was fantastic then. Nothing here to change my opinion!! As somebody commented, she was excellent as Professor Umbridge in the Harry Potter films. That high pitched giggle was like chalk squeaking down an old.blackboard.
@KajiVocals I saw the Tina Turner musical in Sydney. There was someone taping the production. At interval an usher and a security officer pulled the woman aside and made her delete the recording. They were given a round of applause by the rest of the audience.
To me Imelda Staunton will be forever sinister and corrupt Dolores Umbridge, even when she does the Queen. She's a fabulous actress-like so many of her British colleagues really. How do they get so good?
They don't let their egos get away with them. And they study and work hard for years. They tend to stay humble. Imelda and Judi Dench are prime examples of what dedication can do.
Saw Channing in the role six times. There are videos floating around of her performances. The role is hers. Saw a video of Imelda in Gypsy. Hated it. Can’t touch Lansbury or Merman, and I saw them both.
wow, I didn't know her majesty could sing like that! impressive! two observations though.....1: damn, that's a huge cast. and 2. why is that one chick wearing glasses? is this a diversity thing?
Streisand was wonderful, but 25-30 years too young for the part, and for obvious reasons the character's name was no longer Dolly GALLAGHER Levi -- Thornton Wilder (who added the character to the 19th century Austrian source play) made a subtly subversive statement about Dolly's fiercely independent streak by making her an Irish woman who married a Jewish man.
This production of Hello, Dolly! is one of the best revivals that we've had in the west end. Just went to see it the other day and I am speechless even now. I really like how this show actually got the chance to do perform this because I remember they tried to do this in 2020 but of course that couldn't happen. Amazing things are worth the wait!!
seeing her as the understudy to Julia McKenzie in 'Guys and Dolls' over 40 years ago, and then her taking over the role of Miss Adelaide, to this point is quite the trajectory. She was a lovely young woman then (I worked in the same theatre), and seems to have not have changed in that regard. A national treasure, deserving the recognition she receives.
Was at the show last night - 16th July -= AMAZING! The whole cast were a class apart - and Imelda! SUBLIME! That lady is true theatre royalty. Never in all my years of going to the theatre have I witnessed, nor been part of, such an ovation at the end of a show! I have no words to describe it - this show is a MUST see! You've only got till 14th Sept to see it!
Ditto. Went on the 15th. Great show and great audience.
It looks FABULOUS! Hope it comes to Los Angeles!
Who could top Barbra Streisand ?
@@KeithGeorge-vt4xp onstage …. Imelda Staunton ….!
@@KeithGeorge-vt4xp Imelda !!
I was in bits at the end. What a performance. The whole cast was magnificent.
I still can't get over this production's orchestrations. 21 pieces, yet when I close my eyes - it sounds like a much larger orchestra. Stellar cast, Imelda is brilliant as Dolly, not to mention these stunning visuals (shame I can't see this in person unless I fly across the pond - only two months)
Went to London to see it and I dont regret anyting! 100% recommend😀!
This morning will go down in History for 2 reasons
#1 my husband suprised me this morning with a trip to London for 2 weeks and on August 17 he got 2 tickets 3rd row center Orchestra to see my #1❤ Stage actress Imelda Staunton in Hello Dolly!!!
#2 I wrote her a fan letter and she answered back the next day!!!!!
I am now in Imelda heaven!!!!
Ok, yay for you and your husband! I'm jealous but happy for you! So do say, where did you write her? I want to- I talked to her after Gypsy but would love to write her.
@user-te7uz4vf1b Have a great trip and enjoy "Dolly!"
Well i have just booked my ticket for the evening show on August 17 Row B16 orchestra! We can both say hi to Queen Imelda! 😊
Lucky you! She is FABulous. I am always so impressed that she has done and continues to do musicals in the west end as well as being one of England's greatest dramatic actresses--she was so brilliant in Masterpiece's "Flesh and Blood."
You are the best!!! Thank you from the of my heart for the hours of enjoyment you have given me!!! You truly are the best!!!
Wow! Dame Imelda was brilliant in Gypsy. And she is brilliant in Hello, Dolly! She is an incredible actress and singer.
I told my daughter that I would take her on a mother-daughter trip to celebrate her college graduation. She picked London. And I insisted on seeing Hello Dolly, which we saw tonight. Dame Imelda was absolutely fabulous!!! Please come perform in the states.
Wish this same production and cast would come to Broadway. I would be in Heaven if I saw Imelda in Hello, Dolly. She is simply amazing.
Watched the show 20th August. Brilliant performance by Imelda and the cast. What an amazing set, with the scrollling background plus the travelator. I honestly thought the train was real! Best musical in the West End this summer.
Just from this clip I think she is an incredible Dolly! Love her in all things.
Look at her bring it and open wide and bright. Such a wonderful actress and clearly an intelligent singer as well.
Saw this last night, I was blown away.⭐️
Wow, she really has a “Bette” sound to her voice here, although it’s so little to go by. She is a powerhouse.
She does a bit, doesn't she, especially in the beginning when she sings.
I noticed she even has Bette's demeanor as well. A compliment to Bette and Miss Staunton! Congrats!!!💃🕺@@debra13
I had no idea Imelda Staunton could sing so well, I am really impressed!
She was one of Sondheims favourite leading ladies, he asked her to consider Gypsy, and she won an Olivier Award for Rose. She’s an actress who sings.
@@1pureboy1 I didn't know, thank you!
A great actress can be anyone, someone you love or hate. She is that.
I want to see Imelda! Hope it will transfer to New York next year-- if I could get there and afford it from Boston! Saw her twice in London in Gypsy! She's the best!
That would never happen 1:58
This has been announced as just a summer run, from July 6 to September 14.
@@auroraspiderwoman5886 So no transfer? Sad face.
@@debra13 Doubtful, especially as we last had "Dolly!" in 2018 and that production toured into 2020.
@@auroraspiderwoman5886 true. Wish I could see it though.
We saw this last night - incredible show. A must see ❤
She absolutely nailed the journey from grief to joy, hers is a many layered Dolly. Lovely touch in ‘Before the Parade Passes By’ when the Funeral Directors Guild March past, she greets and shakes the hand of the boss. A nod to the passing of her late husband.
I saw her in Gypsy a number of years ago and thought I she was fantastic then. Nothing here to change my opinion!! As somebody commented, she was excellent as Professor Umbridge in the Harry Potter films. That high pitched giggle was like chalk squeaking down an old.blackboard.
Saw the show last night fantastic
I saw this fabulous imelda great....plus it looks part animation bcos of moving scenery loved it❤
Carol Channing would be proud! Well done, Imelda!
Seeing her tomorrow night. Very excited!
THANK YOU KAJI
@@cliffordroberts5783 Not video. I'd never do that. AUDIO!! And I also don't post these things online only share with people I know.
@KajiVocals I saw the Tina Turner musical in Sydney. There was someone taping the production. At interval an usher and a security officer pulled the woman aside and made her delete the recording. They were given a round of applause by the rest of the audience.
@@cliffordroberts5783 Video?? Why would anyone do that? Very distracting.
Check out the movie PETERS FRIENDS...she sang around the piano with the likes of Emma Thompson. Both ladies can sing. This Dolly im sure is wonderful!
I love Imelda 👏👏👏
Oh this production looks FANTASTIC!!!!!
Imelda is just everywhere...
I must not tell lies…she was actually great!
I paid $600+ to see Bette Midler play Dolly Levy and I'd pay it again to see this production!
So did I! Best $600 I ever spent!
I would certainly pay it to see Imelda.
Just brilliant 🙌🏻👏🏻 thank you for sharing ❤
Going to see this next Friday. Can't wait!
Bette Midler appeared in a critically acclaimed Broadway production of "Hello Dolly."
Who cares -- Imelda is the best ever.
Imelda Staunton was at Londons' Central School of Speech and Drama in the early 80s ...
I would love to see Imelda act with her husband Jim Carter more often - he could play a great Vandergelder.
Iconic. 😊
Love this channel with all my heart
Professor Umbridge can SAAAAANNNNNGGGG!
Absolutely she can. She's incredible.
If you have clips of “Just Leave Everything to Me” and “Love, Look in My Window,” would you please share them? I really want to see them. Thanks! 🙏🏻
I would love to see those with Imelda.
Wow, I had no idea Dolores Umbridge could sing like that!
Look at her work on Sweeney Todd (her version was SUPER dark), Gypsy or Follies. She is AMAZING
I didnt know she could sing AT ALL 😅
@@amazingstarzza quick search on UA-cam is all that’s needed.
Dolores can't, but Imelda can and has always been able to. She's amazing.
Will they record it?
Wow
Shortest cast I have ever seen.
We know u have a full recording of heathers OOBC don’t be shy share it 😉
To me Imelda Staunton will be forever sinister and corrupt Dolores Umbridge, even when she does the Queen. She's a fabulous actress-like so many of her British colleagues really. How do they get so good?
They don't let their egos get away with them. And they study and work hard for years. They tend to stay humble. Imelda and Judi Dench are prime examples of what dedication can do.
Joseph and today
What !???!?
Saw Channing in the role six times. There are videos floating around of her performances. The role is hers. Saw a video of Imelda in Gypsy. Hated it. Can’t touch Lansbury or Merman, and I saw them both.
You are wrong on all counts.
wow, I didn't know her majesty could sing like that! impressive! two observations though.....1: damn, that's a huge cast. and 2. why is that one chick wearing glasses? is this a diversity thing?
It’s called “playing a character”. Minney Fey - and the choice was she wears glasses. Diversity?
Or as the kid from Hogwarts screamed from an upper balcony, "Boooooo!"
Nobody wants to see the goddamn curtain call, show me a musical number
Wow, rude.
entitled much? many thanks to aurora for all the musical gems
So glad you shined a light on Aurora!!! I have never seen so many videos I downloaded thanks to Aurora!!! Really keeps us in the Theatre loop!!
i thought it was a very interesting clip.
Abysmal post!
Carol Channing was the Greatest Dolly.
Bette had a better voice and is a Star.
This woman is Old Hat.
WRONG. She's amazing. Carol's voice irritated the devil out of me - I hated it.
Who could top Barbra Streisand .
Streisand was wonderful, but 25-30 years too young for the part, and for obvious reasons the character's name was no longer Dolly GALLAGHER Levi -- Thornton Wilder (who added the character to the 19th century Austrian source play) made a subtly subversive statement about Dolly's fiercely independent streak by making her an Irish woman who married a Jewish man.
@@treesny - Streisand's Dolly was based on Mae West . Danny La Rue played Dolly too .
Streisand played lot of iconic roles. But as dolly she was a total miscast.
@@ulfk5667 - her singing alone was flawless ...
Imelda Staunton tops Barbara.
Sorry, just Dolores Umbridge attempting a brand makeover. Not fooled!
Made my ears bleed!
How rude and crass you are.