"God Help the Outcasts" from The Hunchback of Notre Dame at The 5th Avenue Theatre
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- Dan'yelle Williamson (Esmeralda) performs "God Help the Outcasts" from The Hunchback of Notre Dame at The 5th Avenue Theatre.
The Hunchback of Notre Dame plays June 1 - 24, 2018 at The 5th Avenue Theatre in Seattle, WA.
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Friendly reminder that Esmeralda is hiding in the chapel because otherwise she would be killed and she doesn’t know how she’ll get out and she still calls herself lucky and this character (and story) is vastly underrated
Abbie C I think she's trying to not be arrested. Phobus didnt arrest her because he claimed she claimed sanctuary. Frollo is banking on her eventually trying to leave because gypsies "don't like stone walls".
Abbie C actually she wasn't hiding. She just left cause the crowd was mad at her for releasing Quasimodo. She talked to Frollo right before this song
This story is so different from the original Hugo novel.
melissa saint Yeah but let's be real the original Hugo novel wouldn't work today, and for good reason. I didn't mind the Disney version, it pulled more from the 1939 film version and made decent changes. It also has one of the best music scores, (my fave being 'Helfire'), and Frollo is arguably one of the best Disney villains of all time, cause let's be real that's one repressed and complex dude. The biggest problem with this movie is it's tonal issues (the gargoyles being an example of this, they should never have been included).
Athina Catton Athina Catton I wasn't complaining, btw, just marveling....even after all these years, it amazes me. Disney basically took the setting and costumes and wrote a different story, which is kind of impressive-- though, yes, they draw from the Laughton version (it surprised me that they kinda went darker than it did) . "Complex" is so right, lol...so complex that Disney had to divide him into two characters! They make him a simple villain, and erase or ascribe all his good deeds elsewhere. I was always shocked Disney decided to attempt this at all, because (despite the fact that I read it as a child) it is not nooot a children's story. I'm curious, in what way do you think the original story wouldn't work now? Or do you mean, interpreted for kids, or as a musical?
People, that "angry and demanding" tone you're hearing is DESPERATION. This is basically her last attempt to get help for her people, praying to a higher authority she's not even sure she believes in but is willing to beg for help to at this point. Remember, theatre and motion picture are not the same medium. Each requires different acting. Theatre needs more movement, more intention, in order to capture the audience's attention. Not saying that gentleness doesn't work, but it's not the same to be at a recording studio singing a song several times until you get it right and having it edited and enhanced than having to sing live and be heard by everyone, michrophone or not. And what better way to give that extra strength than by using a powerful emotion such as desperation.
I love you comment it's so positive thankyou for typeing this
Thank you for this. I like how she acted out "I ask for nothing" since it makes a lot of sense; she looks around thinking "Can you believe these people??" They already have so much and still want more for themselves while she's only asking for the basics.
Makes sense. I guess I’m just used to the Disney version where it’s like watching it through rose-colored glasses.
Never really thought about it like that. I always it was a silent prayer. Thanks for opening my eyes to a new perspective. This is one of my fav songs.
@@AutismThespian1993 I think it kind of is a silent prayer, except it is being expressed as a song created to let you hear and feel what she is putting into said prayer.
Hi everyone!
Thank you for taking the time to watch this vid from our lovely production of Hunchback at the 5th Avenue Theatre. Thank you for your comments. Most of them I am happy to say are positive and I appreciate the support. Others of you have mentioned my enunciation. I may have "over" enunciated but if you have ever been to the 5th Avenue Theatre, you would know that it is a huge venue that stretches quite far and wide away from the stage. Enunciation is paramount in a space that large. Perhaps I over compensated but I'm certain that every person in that theatre could understand me from wherever they were sitting.
The other thing I'd like to address is color-blind casting. Some of you seem to find it "inappropriate" that I, a woman of color, was mis-casted somehow. Some of you mentioned Esmeralda being Romanian. Guess what? Diversity is a movement in theatre that allows people of all backgrounds an opportunity to play roles that are usually played by a person European descent for example. Rosie in the production of Mamma Mia is usually played by an over-sized caucasian woman. I had the opportunity to bring that character to life. Some roles are written strictly for that ethnicity, I personally do not feel like this is one of those roles. Esmeralda to me can look like any ethnicity. She is a Gypsy. An outcast. As a matter of fact, as a woman of color, I can relate to being "left" out and discriminated against. As far as I'm concerned, Esmeralda and I are one in the same in a lot of ways. What does it matter if Esmeralda is "black" so long as the story translates and is being told? I encourage you to think outside of the box and really think about what you say before you say it. Your words matter. Thank you for your feedback and stay tuned for more amazing adventures. I'll be around. ;)
Dan'yelle, you are a true star and always will be. We stand behind you! Much love
We stan
Say it Danyelle! I, and the whole cast really, just loved you and your interpretation.
Dan'yelle Williamson i know this is a year late but I just have to tell you not only how important this song was to me growing up, but how much of a powerful take on this song you’ve given. You brought a desperation and frustration to this piece that lends itself so well to the story, and you did it with grace and talent and an incredible range both on your acting and your voice.
This song is one I listen to probably way too often, and I’ve heard dozens of people sing it. And my top three are the original, yours, and the woman who sang the Québécois version of this song.
This particular song even within the lyrical beauty of THBoND stands out so much, and it takes not only vocal talent, but passion and connection to the song to deliver it the way you have.
Im sorry for being wordy but basically I just want to say thank you for the work and rehearsals and time you put into this, because you brought a moving, fresh, and accessible take on this timeless and emotional classic
Dan'yelle Williamson TELL EM
ik we all noticed how this version is more demanding than others but honestly??? im so down like esmeralda has had ENOUGH w all the shit she and her people and others (like quasi) have to deal with simply by existing why SHOULDN’T she be angry ? this performance is amazing aaaaa
I don't know who is responsible for this show's casting but YOU DID A BRILLIANT JOB
Really???????????
AntonioShopNet84 yep
@@AfroditaBubbles yes
@@AfroditaBubbles affirmative
Hey Peter, didn't expect to see you here! I'm a big fan of yours!!!!
"I thought we all were children of God"
This truly showed the desperation of those rejected in society at the time and showed how angry they were that some got life easier as they were simply born into a good life. Kudos to this beautiful woman for showing the true anger the outcasts and Esmeralda felt
I like the tenderness of the original but think she did a wonderful job. This was a very moving interpretation and brought me to tears.
And the ending sounded like she was about to cry.
So many people in the comments section are pretty adamant about the song being a gentle song. However, I would argue that having someone who is a bit angrier sounding also makes sense. Think about it. Gypsies we're outcasted for being thieves and doing magic and performing for money. However, they were never afforded the opportunity to other than what they've always done. The gypsies were not at fault for their plight, and everyone back then trusted in God to make things right and yet the gypsies we're always struggling. It makes sense for Esmeralda to be pissed at him and desperate for help when it seems like God has turned his back on her people for no reason.
Cecilia Warfield You know your History!!!!
Cecilia Warfield bingo. She is angry because she is apart of a greater society that excludes and disdains her very being. I felt that in this rendition
They're different interpretations, equally valid really and if nothing else, it gives this stage musical its own unique voice from the movie's.
I feel like she is more angry because everyone was asking for themselves while she was making a selfless prayer
I thought her voice was just loud, but not angry.
As a singer, I am absolutely *blown away* by this interpretation
🎵 I ask for *nothing*
If you can't feel that in the 7th row balcony, then you're at *the wrong show*
💐🤩👂🥰👏👏
👏👏👏 Preach!
She gave the song much more meaning and depth omg. Never thought this would be possible. Kudos to you Williamson! :D
Yeah. She didn’t just sing with her voice. She sang with her heart!
I actually like her version more
Me too. She understands Esmeralda as Esmeralda,that's the more important than to sounds good but less meaning
Wow, people really don't like that theater and film are two different mediums and have to be approached differently, huh?
Simplexityjane Exactly!!!
How is a prayer demanding? Prayers are personal. Prayers are our way to express ourselves. Prayers are freeing. And what’s the message here? She’s asking for things for others. This song is for hope and love and equality. She’s praying for the people she loves and understands.
Holy crap. This is excellent. The way she's portraying the desperation she feels for her people to be accepted by God is almost tangible. I'd much prefer an accurate expression of emotion than a technically perfect performance of the song.
When I saw this show live, when it got to God Help the Outcasts, which is one of my favorite Disney songs, one I've probably listened to well over 200 times, I felt like I had never heard it before, and it took all of my self-control not to start loudly sobbing in the theatre. I'm so glad this version is now on UA-cam!
Glad you could join us! Songs can affect us in such profound ways. Thank you for sharing your experience.
jaynaneeya thank you...My baby girl!!!
The first time I watched this, and each time after, my eyes watered at the last 🎵children of God🎵. Live performances are often better than listening to recordings so I’m sure I would’ve needed a lot of tissues.
I promised myself I wouldn't cry and yet, here we are.
*passes the tissues*
the part where she sings " I ask for nothing"...oh boy .... i got goosebumps all over my body ..... so intense!!! beautiful work guys!! Also i read in the comments a lot of people complaining about the existance of enunciation with words. Honestly i believe that "esmeralda" had every reason to be angry and frustrated about her situation at this point. The song i believe is not just a pray to God but more like a desperate cry for help torwards him, making her performace right on spot.
Why is so many people being all singer coaches in here. This is just amazing.
Who else got the shivers?!
Me!
Her singing literally gave me goosebumps
The woman has a really strong, convincing voice. Loved this rendition.
I CRIED AND I NEVER CRY
Dan'yelle Williamson, the actress who plays Esmeralda, did a very good job at singing this song.
God bless this woman and her killer pipes 🙏
How beautiful. Just beautiful. 💛
The power in her voice, her expressions, and the overall performance...has me in tears. A fantastic interpretation of the character.
OMG, literally with the first fucking notes I burst into tears. This performance is somehow so emotional and desperate. I am speechless. This never happened to me before. Bravo!
I don't normally comment on videos but this is my favourite rendition of this song ever. The acting is exactly how I always imagined it and I love that you can feel every emotion not only through her acting but her voice as well.
She’s so pretty and talented and I’m sobbing
Am I going to just keep commenting on all the videos from this production? Probably. Because as a Hard of Hearing person who has also been performing in musical theatre for thirteen years, this show is SO important to me. (Not to mention the fact that I’ve been obsessed with Hunchback of Notre Dame since I was about five years old) But this song is one of the ones in the show that affects me the most, for a whole bunch of reasons that I’m not going to get into in the comment section of a UA-cam video. But this performance is so hauntingly beautiful I’m sure that I’m going to be listening to it on repeat for a long time. Dan’yelle, like the rest of this cast, is perfect for this show. Also, as someone who lives on the other side of the country who wont get the chance to see it live, thank you for uploading clips for us to enjoy.
Happy to share and glad you're enjoying the clips we can publish!
I am also a hard of hearing person, appreciate this show and your comment! I seldom leave comment at UA-cam as well.
Yeah I love the movie too it’s so underrated lot of the kids today have never heard of it their so obsessed with Frozen and Elsa let’s hope the live action gives it the attention it deserves and Joshua who plays Quasimodo in this and is deaf I’d love to see him in the role not a hearing person
*breaks down crying immediately*
This song works both ways - tender and gentle, or with desperation. Both ways are beautiful. Her voice and performance is amazing. Damn.
Wow. The desperation and urgency in this is so different than the meek pleading I'm used to seeing in versions of this. I dig it!
No doubt she has a nice voice, but is it me, or is there too much enunciation with the words as she's singing? Anyone else hear it?
Naenesa I believe that that is the point. The ASL interpreters on the side are for the deaf and hard hearing, but annuncuation helps too I guess?
YES! and her vibrato is a little too much :)
I know if I were deaf or hard of hearing, I wouldn't want to have to choose between watching the interpreters and watching the performance
lou mertens makes sense.
Naenesa and something that I just noticed, it might also help lipreading.
Esmeralda is one of my favorite characters. You did her justice 💕💕
the absolute emotion and passion filled in her body, face and voice amazes me. absolutely AMAZING i cried
I love the anger and the desperation in her performance...bring tears to my eye
one of the better Esmeralda's voices I ever heard. Bravo!
Brought tears to my eyes
Her voice is so beautiful
This gives me chill
chills
I'm in tears 😭 that was so heartfelt and beautiful 🥰
Thank you Dan'yelle Williamson and 5thAvenue theater! What a wonderful, powerful rendition! This is one of my favorite movie songs, but you have made it so beautiful and compelling! Thanks for sharing your gifts.
This performance is truly the most beautiful thing I have ever heard
This show was AMAZING!!! The Choir!!! Oh My!!!! Just Spellbinding!!!
This is a beautiful version
I love how she incorporated the emotion to the song! ❤️❤️❤️ I actually cried while listening.
I’ve been watching a lot of versions of this song for my audition and she is one of my favorites. And we have the same first name! ❤️
I got to see the show opening night and god it was so good couldnt help but cry
Beautifully sung truly wonderful👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
Magnificent!!!!!!!
In fact, it would be a privilege to see you, a beautiful woman of color with a gorgeous voice and riveting stage presence perform this fine song. I hope your career is
beginning anew after the pandemic put all of you actors on the sidelines. All the best Dan'yelle!
My favorite song from the show! Brilliant job!
A wonderful rendition of one of my favorite songs. I feel lucky to found this video. 😊
This is a beautiful version of the song. danyelle , you are a amazing actress and you brought something amazing to Esmeralda
I still like the politeness and gentleness of the film version. This version sounds angry and demanding.
I love both interpretations even tho I prefer the original off-Broadway version
Juan Navarro YES!!!
The character projects strength, thus the passion presented through exacerbation of a valiant, yet humble request.
Please be careful about calling black women "angry and demanding," as often these perceptions are rooted in racist stereotypes. Try to give her more benefit of the doubt. This character is in a desperate situation and begging for mercy on behalf of her people, which is something I'm sure many black people can identify with. Personally, I really enjoyed hearing a fiercer take on it. What's the point of singing a song someone else has already sung if you don't bring your own special something to the table?
feralnerd5 it's a good thing that there's variety in how actors interpret characters, but there's nothing wrong with not liking a particular actor's interpretation.
Such a beautiful voice 💕
Powerful performance - Thank you for putting your whole heart and soul into your performance of the wonderful song!
I am Crying because of her voice 😭😭😭!! This song is so beautiful!! I wish I was in WA just to see her
I got chills listening to this, it's so good
I have watched this video three or four times since I discovered it this morning. I am blown away by Dan'yelle's performance. The choice of direction and acting in this scene really is what drives it home for me. The emotional build up shows the depth of the character. From what I have seen of this production, it has blown me away. The struggles of each character are really brought out by the actor's that portray them. I hate I was not able to see the entire production, it is one I think would resonate here, in 2020.
Oh my ghost she is mesmerizing!
Love love love
Amo tu Esmeralda y tú interpretación, saludos desde México 🇲🇽 Danny 💖🔥
This is such a deep, amazing song. She did a great job. It made me tear up
Wow I'm really crying
Absolutely stunning!
Such incredible passion and energy!
She made me cry 😭
Very powerful. That was amazing her diction was on point! And her voice is gorgeous!
Wow, what a voice 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻
She sings beautifully 💕
This was an absolutely BEAUTIFUL performance in person. It made me cry. It was perfect! I didn’t notice anything wrong with it because I was “in the moment”. Then again I’m not a harsh critic, she can certainly sing better than about 99% of people I’ve ever heard in real life.
Exactly. I am genuinely crying ..
Gave me the chills I swear
Sie hat eine kraftvolle Stimme, die die Verwirrung, Wut, Stärke und Leidenschaft dieser Rolle einfängt :)
Wow she's one of the best singers I've ever heard (giving it the extra oomph it needs, considering how much Esmerelda, her people, and Quasimodo are suffering). God definitely gave her a gift for voice!🙏😄
Very passionate
I love this song, and this version has got to be my favorite.
👐👐👐👐👐👐👐beautiful
Hi, I'm Esmeralda, thanks for coming to my TED talk.
I don’t know why I do this to myself.....I cry everytime I watch/listen to this song/video......freaked my cat out, now he won’t leave me alone 😑😅
Amazing performance!
Her voice 👌🏼
The 5th avenue theater does wonderful musicals
The original version was really good and full of meaning and emotion, but this version, while different, was still so full of palpable emotion and meaning albeit different front the origin
So amazing and touching. I almost cried.
I love this song. This performance is especially moving.❤️
How I wish I could see this
OMG -- she's GOOD!!! I am thinking of singing this song in church this summer, and I hope I can do it with that much feeling!
Wow, she's a good singer
This is one of my favorite songs from one of my favorite movies ever, and i think your voice is absolutely wonderful
I saw this in person. The entire cast was fantastic...except the person who played Frollo. He wasn't 'bad' but i didn't feel his gravitas in Hellfire, his one TRUE song.
Ues Frollo is different in the musical and if you grew up watching the film it can be a bit weird to see this change
so gorgeous 💚💚💚 does anyone else see denee benton (natasha from natasha,pierre, and the great comet of 1812) as an esmeralda???
One of the best Esmerelda performances ever. Was absolutely riveted seeing this live.
Gave me shivers. What an amazing performance
Amazing!
So beautiful and emotional! I have chills! Fantastic job!
I have chills!!
I cried man, the most expressive preformance i've seen of this song
Thank you! I appreciate the support.
This is just beautiful. Great performance! ❤️
I love this rendition of this song