Same here. I was in my 20's when I heard this, and instantly knew it was destined for more. Hearing it belted out like this, just brings out so much emotion in me.
Not A Ramen Noodle i kinda understand what you mean i didnt cry and this wasnt the song i listened to as a kid but there were two songs that i listened to as a child and it took me more than 4 years to find it and i did i found both songs and i am older now so i added both to a playlist and it gives me so much happiness
It's amazing how many people are mad about a lack of dress change. I mean, here I was, amazed by how ethereal the "ghosts" looked (although I get that's a relatively easy effect to make) and touched by the emotion in the singing. Amazing performance, and I was really disappointed to not see more Tony nominations for this production.
I love Disney, but Anastasia is a masterpiece. I think it's better than any Disney film I've seen. Edit: I know that Anastasia isn't a Disney film. That's the whole point of this comment, I like Anastasia more than Disney.
It always amazes me how the instrumental part of 'Once Upon A December' sounds nostalgic and it's like it's really taking us back to the year of the Romanovs.
Look, I love the costume change in the movie, but honestly I think the lack of one here works for how the musical was going for a more realistic route than the movie.
i think it's a great touch to differentiate the reality & the vision that anya's experiencing. it left a sorrow sense for the viewers, how her current life was drastically different with how she grew up with before the attack on her family. it leaves room for the viewers to imagine what her life could have been but still remained in tact with the reality of it through her clothes
Whitney Pyant I know more than you think. He became Tsar in 1894, not long after the death of his father, Tsar Alexander III. His wife, Alexandra Feodorovna, wasn't actually fully orthodox until 1896. Together, they had a total of 5 children: Olga, Tatiana, Maria, Anastasia (OTMA), and Alexis. In the midst of WWI, thoughts towards the Tsar and Tsarina were very low. Many thought that Alexandra was a german spy, and that Nicholas was just a puppet of Rasputin. In 1917, he abdicated the throne and he and his family were put under house arrest. A few months later, the family was moved to a home in Tobolsk, where they stayed until they were again transferred in 1918 with the fall of the Provisional Government and the rise of the Bolshevik party (aka Lenin). The Tsar and his family were treated awful, not even being allowed to open a window. On July 16-17, 1918, the family and their four servants were awakened and taken downstairs. There, each one was brutally killed, the Tsar being the first to die. If there's anything else you'd like to know, just let me know
I love everything about this scene- the actors are obviously AMAZING but I'm gonna take a sec to appreciate the lighting designers and costume designers!! Seriously, it looks INCREDIBLE. Also, for the actors, on top of their obvious talent I respect them VERY MUCH for wearing those costumes. Under stage lights, they must be BOILING.
Honestly they're both good, but if I had to pick one, I'd pick this over Aladdin, simply because I favored the movie over Aladdin back in the day> I'll never know why but just theres something magical about it.
Yeah, I also don't think Aladdin will have the energy that I expect or grew to love of the movie. Robin Williams is so seared into my mind, I don't think any translation will wow me.
Christy is my idol. I saw Anastasia a few days ago, and ran into her afterwards. I told her how I literally want to be her when I grow up, and she told me how I need to be my best self first, and gave me a huge peptalk and lots of advice!!! She's so nice and sweet...
I cannot wait to see this show. This clip alone is making me tear up; I have wanted a stage production of the film ever since I was about 8-years-old, and I'm so curious about the story changes (especially the addition of "Gleb," instead of Rasputin). Plus.. the guy playing Dmitry is so cute!! ^///^
literally just got home from seeing this play and holy crap it was beautiful and during this part *spoiler...I guess* they have projections on the walls of the dancing people and sitting right next to them is breathtaking
saw this yesterday, absolutly fantastic show. For those yelling about film loyalty, the production leaned more towards the 1960s Anastasia (more realistic) movie than the cartoon. Only a few of the songs from the movie are kept in. Still a great show and I highly recommend it
@@clownprincessoffear8204 so what? What's wrong with an alto renditition of the song anyway? Also the song can sound good even sung in a lower register, you sound like you hate alto ranges or something ?
@@clownprincessoffear8204 there's enough sopranos. Her doing an alto version doesn't make her worse. It sounds just as good. The "ew God no" was really unessesary
See, Don Bluth, it is possible to do this sequence in a stage version. What's not possible is changing Anya's orphan dress into a ball gown while she's singing and dancing. Too bad; I love that part in the movie.
I stand with WADA Which makes absolutely no sense if it's supposed to be with her Grandmother when it triggers her memories of their relationship *and* where they sing the original lyrics of the song showing us that Anastasia's memory loss has been dispelled.
it is possible to do an on-stage costume change. They did that for Cinderella. I think they wanted to save the makeover for later to maximize the awe effect
Thank you soooooooooooooooooo much for sharing footage from this particular scene! Very greatly appreciated. Amidst the spectacle and majesty of this number. At the core is Chrsity Altomare's heartache as our leading lady. As such she proves what a gem of a performer she is. Despite the sets and costumes which are epic and beautiful. She is really what you want to focus on. It's the moment a star is born. GO CHRISTY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :)
about costume changes, while they could certainly transform her dress it would need to somehow revert back to her "peasant" clothes by the end of the song. two transformations in one song is definitely more difficult to pull off
Help me please. I've been trapped for days now between The Neva Flows, My Pettesburg and Once Upon a December. They're just soo good and work so well together!
This is so beautiful! It's everything I dreamed of the Anastasia musical to look! And this woman who plays Anastasia is SOO TALENTED and dedicated to her role with such a beautiful strong voice!!!
SAME, I went to Disneyland in February 2017. I was in that ride, were in the ballroom part as the ride stops, my brother next to me tell me to sing Once Upon a December and I singing at the dancing ghosts.
It's way more realistic. The history nerd in me loved the way the story drifts almost entirely from the Disney-esque feel of the movie (many critics didn't like the change, but I'm all in for it). Also, I personally prefer the new songs over most of the old songs they kept. They are still amazing, but the pale in comparison to tunes such as Stay, I Pray You and My Petersburg.
Will need to listen once the recording comes out and agree about the history since I doubt Bolsheviks would let the Palace be open anyone on the streets and still keep the items inside intact
tomgallowitz I actually feel they could have been more loyal to the film while also being more realistic and historically accurate. I'm also kinda sad that they cut into the dark of the night, kinda goofy by the way its animated but one of the most KICKASS villain songs EVER. And I also find it really disrespectful that they NEVER mention Don bluth on interviews or anything, don bluth is legendary and the animation was the best thing in the original, if it werent for don bluth and his team anastasia would be nothing. but I'm still pretty excited for the show and I can't wait for the cast album
This is awesome, but I always found it very moving when the tsar danced with Anastasia and kissed her forehead at the end of the song. I would have loved to see that moment on the stage version,too!
Yes! This was exactly the first thought that came to mind, it's such a powerful scene in the film as in the beginning we see her dance with her father as a child. This show has beauty in its own right but I found myself disappointed more than once with this production.
This is my new favorite broadway play. I was shivering throughout this entire scene because I had so many chills. Absolutely breathtaking and beautiful
Saw this for my birthday and I have to say, it was fantastic! It went for a more realistic tone than the movie, with the "Reds" being the antagonists instead of Rasputin. It definitely had me on edge toward the end, but overall, it was very well done.
If this doesn't go on tour, will there at least be a DVD release of the play? Seriously, I desperately want to see this but I can't afford to fly across country to New York :,(
When I go see this show, I'm gonna be crying through pretty much the whole thing, they'll have to carry me away on a stretcher. This song and Journey to the Past are enough to instill tons of childhood memories in me!! I hope I get to see this show soon!!
as much as I love it... as much as I'm disappointed. I don't know what exactly I expected and I know that not everything from the movie could be made on stage... but I hoped for the yellow dress.... and why did she have the music box?
This show is amazing! I was lucky enough to see it in Hartford, CT before it moved to Broadway and I am dying to see it again. Every element of the production is outstanding, the music, the set, the tech, the costumes, the talent, the story...truly enchanting! Run...don't walk, to see it!! Seriously!
Somewhat upset that she has the music box open towards the beginning of show. The point was that when she finally realizes who she is, she opens the box with the key necklace she had. By unlocking her past she then unlocks the music box. This scene completely defeats the purpose of that. Fantastic vocals though.
Wow she is seriously the perfect woman for this role. Face, voice everything the little girl in me would have wanted my hero to be like in real life. I love this movie. Can't wait to see this!!
So when this film first came out I was like "this is a musical play already." In my mind they had the people in the frames, the frames would lower and the couples walk out and dance. Then her family would come out of the frame behind her. Her mom would touch her face and then she dances with her dad. They should have kept that whole scene cause it made me cry in the film.
Uh, why are there four dancing girls at the back? Since they represent Anastasia's deceased sisters, there should be only three. Olga, Tatiana and Maria. Is one of them supposed to be Anastasia? I don't get it. ALSO, WHERE THE FUCK IS ALEXEI? Was he just like, oh, I'm gonna steal old Tati's court dress and sit on a dancing boys shoulder? Smh.
She gave the song justice,..... //:) but Liz Callaway's interpretation will always be the top version and interpretation of the song including journey to the past. There is just something in Liz's version that cannot be replicated in terms of over-all interpretatiom. Don't get me wrong, I still like the lead actress' version but second to Liz' of course
I wish I had even the chance to audition for this, political borders, It's my dream to play Anastasia, but there isn't a way for me to get my self to America and show the casting director what I can do.
Honestly this song is beautiful but when she gets loud its abit much i enjoy her when shes just singing not showing off to the crowd. Performance over bravado.
So I've a queston to anyone, who's seen the play. Is Rasputin in it? And is he just like in the movie? Like having magic powers and all that or is the play more realistic?
I cant wait too see this when they tour, the only thing I missed from this song was when she dances with her dad, that bit always gets me in the film 😢
If you look at 0:40 you can see that one of the dancers is wearing a blue bow but the other three have pink ones? It's really hard to tell because of the lighting. Is that supposed to be a young Anastasia?
