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Summary: Linda Eder Stops the Show!
Review: There is some incredible talent in this show, but the show belongs to Linda Eder and Jennifer Holliday. They are both incredible, and Eder's rendition of "Man of LaMancha" is spine-tingling. Elaine Strich is wonderful as always. . . some may say she can't sing, but they can't deny the EMOTIONS she brings to each song. She is incredible. For those who wish that the great Bernadette Peters was in this show, check out "Hey Mr. Producer!" on DVD. ANOTHER great show!
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Summary: Brought Tears to My Eyes
Review: These women have proven once again that they belong among Broadway's elite. Living in Kansas, I have never had the priviledge of seeing great Broadway performances. I have been resigned to collecting soundtracks of top-notch shows. This DVD provided me with the opportunity to see these performers. Julie Andrews looked exquisite and hosted graciously, despite her inability to sing. Some notable numbers: Bebe Neuwirth and Karen Ziemba; Nowadays/Hot Honey Rag (Chicago), Linda Eder absolutely rocked the audience with her performance of Man of La Mancha, Liza Minnelli had the crowd on their feet, Anna Kendricks and the (too-thin) Kit-Kat girls from Cabaret sweetly perform Life Upon the Wicked Stage and Kendricks is adorable. Karen Ziemba danced with The Rockettes in I Wanna Be A Rockette. And the Amazing Audra McDonald left even the most critical man I know absolutely speechless with her performance of Down With Love.
But far and beyond, and if for no other reason, the one you buy this DVD for, is the Andrew Lloyd Webber Love Trio. Audra McDonald, Marin Mazzie and Judy Kuhn perform 3 different songs from 3 different Webber musicals and come together in one of the most heart-stopping performances I have ever heard. If you are a fan of Broadway, this purchase is well worth it.
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Summary: One of the best Broadway concerts ever
Review: This concert features some absolutely amazing performances. Linda Edder's high notes are chilling and so incredibly clear, the Love Trio is beautiful, and Dorothy Loudon's Fifty Percent is so great, the ending would make anyone cry. I don't see how any of you other reviewers could find flaws in the program. With the easy access chapter select for each song, you can simply skip the songs you don't care for. I understand the dissappointment in Liza Minelli's performance (she has seen better days), but how can you not love Elaine Strich in Ladies Who Lunch? It does not matter that she is not the most gifted vocalist, her voice and style perfectly fit the song and character, while her expressions create this perfect character of an aging woman commenting on her peers. In all, there are some performances I don't care for and tend to skip over (very easy to do with the DVD), but the amazing show the others put on more than makes up for a few lackluster performance. In fact, the only thing I would call a problem was not including Bernadette Peters, but to watch my copies of Into the Woods and Hey, Mr Producer make up for that.
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Summary: Simply Astonishing
Review: This concert is what Broadway is all about. Some of the stand-outs are Deborah Monk's brilliantly funny and sexy "Everybody's Girl", Dee Hoty's beautiful and spiteful "How Could I Leave You?" and basically the entire show. The weakest spot in my eyes would have to be Pricilla Lopez's lacking version of "Nothing"
Wonderfully done.......Audra and Marin are godesses
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Summary: WONDERFUL WONDERFUL!
Review: This DVD is a real keeper for any Broadway lover. Every performance is first-rate (althought Liza Minnelli certainly looked and sounded better in her younger years). The enthusiasm of these first-rate female Broadway stars is infectious, giving this viewer many hours of pure joy. Production values are superb, as is the choice of performers and songs. First rate all the way.
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Summary: A very good collection of some very good singers.
Review: This DVD starts slowly; only the hard core fans will like the first 3 tracks. Things pick up with the numbers from Chicago, which are performed well, but not great. But the gems start showing up with Linda Eder, Jennifer Holliday (the girl brings the house down!), and the medley with Audra McDonald, Marin Mazzie, and Judy Kuhn. Other notable numbers include I Can Cook Too and Life Upon The Wicked Stage. Some will like the Liza number (I hated it - she's an acquired taste), and other will like the numbers from Company and Follies because the Sondheim. Overall a good disk, sure to please an avid theater fan.
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Summary: LINDA EDER, OTHERS SURE TO PLEASE...ELAINE STRITCH! OUCH!
Review: This is a great Broadway dvd. The color and sound are incredible. The performances are super, too. The one that stands out is Linda Eder's version of "Man of La Mancha." What a voice! Incredible performance. Nell Carter and Jennifer Holliday did well, too. Liza was ok, but in need of more emotion. This would have received five stars if not for the horrid performance of Elaine Stritch. What, exactly, was she doing? Her voice needs to retire with the rest of her weary body. Disgraceful!
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Summary: Fabulous!
Review: This is a MUST for any broadway lover. Every great female singer from Broadway under one roof is here! I love the DVD because I can play certain songs over and over again like a CD. It seemed odd though that Linda Eder sang a song and none of her husband's work (recent Broadway hits like The Scarlet Pimpernel and Jekyll and Hyde) appear in the program.
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Summary: Leading Ladies: Lavish, Lovely and Lilting
Review: This is an incredible special. The singing, gowns, and staging is simply incredible. Each performer walks onstage and sings her signature song. Some lesser known, yet highly talented performers are featured here - Marrin Mazzie, who delivers a sweet performance of "Bewitched, Bothered..." and Dee Hoty is revengeful with "Could I Leave You?" from FOLLIES. Karen Ziemba is a wonderful dancer/singer and gets things rolling at the beginning with the talented Bebe Neuwirth in a dance from CHICAGO. But I prefer Ziemba's charming "I Wanna Be A Rockette" near the end of the show. My absolute favorites are Audra McDonald and Andrea McArdle. McDonald is such an incredible performer who deserves a Broadway show! Her version of "Down With Love" is full of such energy and talent that I almost forgot Streisand's version! McDonald sings it with hilarious "My Man", "He Touched Me" and "Music That Makes Me Dance" lyrics. She is really incredible. And Andrea McArdle cleverly reigns herself in and sings a touching, quiet version of "Tomorrow" from ANNIE. She has such a great voice -- her cameo in the ANNIE TV movie was a surprise, and she sounded great! My one qualm with the show is Liza Minnelli's performance. Watch this one -- I could swear they've done some post-performance dubbing on her vocals. The whole "Some People" song seems dubbed. I wish Betty Buckley, Bernadette Peters or Chita Rivera had appeared. But the quality of the performances makes this show a hit! I really enjoyed it. The DVD features chapters for each song. Thanks, Ladies!
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Summary: One question
Review: This show was simply wonderful but I'd like to pose one question,"Where was Bernadette Peters?" I love her voice and I was disappointed that she did not appear in this show.
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