Saw him on stage in the original cast. I still remember being blown away by this performance. Sometimes I think I'm a good singer. Then I hear something like this.
Coloring those high notes so softly. I always wanted to do that role but we had another person that did the role in the show I was in. I was cast as Demille. But my gosh what a great show and a great cast. That was what a great role. Hearn was so Fantastic.
Wonderful voice, interpretation, watch how he nearly weeps when he says She is the greatest... And "There was a maharaja"... This performance is so noble, I've watched it a number of times and admire it even more every time. Just compare it with that of his understudy to see the difference "from good to great."
Some years back, I had the privilege of seeing George Hearn live in this role, on Broadway in NY. It was memorable then, and this video reminds that it stays memorable even today. What an amazing performance as Max, and what a range of character and emotion George displays in his voice. From defiance and even a trace of anger to the most sublime tenderness. He captures it all. Kudos!
Bravo! A great American stage-musical baritone who crosses seamlessly into some tenor territory when the score calls for it. As "khannify" said, Younger performers, take note-- (especially youngins classified as baritones) if you can learn how to transition between mid and high registers like George Hearn, you'll be doing well. (I'm a tenor whose lower range has extended well down into baritone, but the message is the same-- work your voice gently beyond its range, and it will reward you)
Hearn was the only member of this cast who managed to bring something of the movie into this unfortunately overblown show - he was the only one who managed to underplay his character, except when he bursts forth in moments like this.
Saw him on stage in the original cast. I still remember being blown away by this performance. Sometimes I think I'm a good singer. Then I hear something like this.
This is my favorite song from Sunset Boulevard.
Seeing him in this show on Broadway was such an honor. He is such an incredible talent.
This melody is magic.
Coloring those high notes so softly. I always wanted to do that role but we had another person that did the role in the show I was in. I was cast as Demille. But my gosh what a great show and a great cast. That was what a great role. Hearn was so Fantastic.
There’s no one better!!❤❤❤❤
He is a living legend!!!
Wonderful voice, interpretation, watch how he nearly weeps when he says She is the greatest... And "There was a maharaja"... This performance is so noble, I've watched it a number of times and admire it even more every time. Just compare it with that of his understudy to see the difference "from good to great."
Haunting, just haunting. And marvelous!
I saw this original production in New York City with George Hearn and Glenn Close.
Incredible, his voice is that strong and he can manage to make it look effortless
He's such a bad-ass! Hearn is awesome.
Some years back, I had the privilege of seeing George Hearn live in this role, on Broadway in NY. It was memorable then, and this video reminds that it stays memorable even today. What an amazing performance as Max, and what a range of character and emotion George displays in his voice. From defiance and even a trace of anger to the most sublime tenderness. He captures it all. Kudos!
Wonderful singing, expressing every word, and what a range of voice!
“It’s a youth which cannot fade” just blows your socks off. Holy smokes.
Bravo! A great American stage-musical baritone who crosses seamlessly into some tenor territory when the score calls for it. As "khannify" said, Younger performers, take note-- (especially youngins classified as baritones) if you can learn how to transition between mid and high registers like George Hearn, you'll be doing well. (I'm a tenor whose lower range has extended well down into baritone, but the message is the same-- work your voice gently beyond its range, and it will reward you)
The best Max!
He looks like Mr. Warbucks! And he played Mr. Warbucks in Annie: A Royal Adventure!
OMG!!! Amazing.
George Hearn is the king! Or the Wizard, if you prefer. :) Younger performers should take notes.
was this on the dvd I sent you stan
Hearn was the only member of this cast who managed to bring something of the movie into this unfortunately overblown show - he was the only one who managed to underplay his character, except when he bursts forth in moments like this.
Sweeney, Sweeney, SWEEney, SWEENEY!
*steam whistle*
💔💔💔💔💔
bravo george!!!!....on stage live performance, much better....
George Hearn vs. Michel Bell singing Old Man River? Could there be a more neck-and-neck competition?!
Who is playing Norma when George Hearn was in the cast?
Probably Glenn Close.
I saw Betty Buckley in this on Broadway in 1996 and luckily, George was still in the cast.
I like his interpretation, but Norbert Lamla´s version of this song is sung more noble..I think that suits the song more..