To make it worse.....last night I saw a rerun of Law & Order where she and her real life husband Danny Burstein play the parents of a trans female who was murdered. Watching her cry was just painful.
I think Rebecca Luker is one of the most underrated Broadway performers of her generation. She's really quite astonishing. That voice, and the emotion it carries, is wonderful.
Underrated? Seriously? If you mean she didn't WIN a Tony Award, at least she was nominated THREE TIMES. That is a nearly impossible achievement. She had many other awards and nominations, and sang literally all over the world with almost every major orchestra in every major city. She was in movies and on television. There was universal acclaim for her voice. I think you need to rethink your statement.
She still sings beautifully after all these years. I was in Camelot with her in college. Of course she played Guenevere. She has been compared to Julie Andrews.'
Gorgeous rendition of this song. Final note is like Phantom's in Music of the Night. Was lucky to see her as Christine, Magnolia, Marion and Maria. My favorite voice of the era. Thoughts of peace to Danny Burstein, their kids, and her parents, and family...and to her devoted fans. So, so sad.
This arrangement and Rebecca's singing really bring out the waltz tempo of this piece! How wonderful, I never really took note of it in any of the productions I've seen!
I last saw Rebecca in a concert rehearsal at the York Theater company for "Sheldon Harnick and Friends". She was in a wheelchair. I was taking photos of the rehearsal, and some staged group photos. Rebecca was in a wheelchair, still very much upright and full of that sunshine we all knew her for. Still, I could sense this unspoken sadness among the company. We all knew what this meant. We all knew time with Rebecca was now in precious short supply. This was in March of 2020, still before any of us knew that the world was about to shut down for god knows how long. I left the theater that day knowing "This may very well be the last I ever saw her." During the pandemic, it broke my heart to see a video she made asking us to please speak out about a new potential treatment for ALS that had been shelved due to COVID. She had that one glimmer of hope, that maybe, JUST MAYBE she was lucky enough to live at a time when humanity had finally figured out how to beat ALS. I remember feeling like "This is on ME now! I know I could rally the troops. I know I could get 10 friends to call 10 friends to call 10 friends....... I know I could rally in the streets, lead a demonstration, block traffic with our bodies to demand they un-pause the search for a cure. I have a warped sense of my own potential sometimes and I really believe I could pour 110% of myself into any singular cause until it ceases to be. But I just felt so helpless. Who can make any sense of death or disease. All I know is she was taken from us too soon. The world was robbed of a bright, bright light.
Goodnight, my someone, Goodnight, my love, Sleep tight, my someone, Sleep tight, my love, Our star is shining it's brightest light For goodnight, my love, for goodnight. Sweet dreams be yours, dear, If dreams there be Sweet dreams to carry you close to me. I wish they may and I wish they might Now goodnight, my someone, goodnight True love can be whispered from heart to heart When lovers are parted they say But I must depend on a wish and a star As long as my heart doesn't know who you are. Sweet dreams be yours dear, If dreams there be Sweet dreams to carry you close to me. I wish they may and I wish they might Now goodnight, my someone, goodnight. Goodnight, Goodnight.
I can't believe you have passed away. I CAN'T BELIEVE IT! I can't believe what I just read. Your voice on Paul Schwartz' Aria recordings - so dewy, sensual, angelic, shimmering and warm like the most soothing blanket - was a most healing companion, and now you are gone forever........
So stunning and pure. Rest In Peace to this lovely woman 🤍
I was so heartbroken when I heard the news. She is one of a kind. RIP
To make it worse.....last night I saw a rerun of Law & Order where she and her real life husband Danny Burstein play the parents of a trans female who was murdered. Watching her cry was just painful.
Rebecca Luker: A brilliant beautiful gift to the American Musical Theatre. Your artistry is untouchable. God bless you always.
I think Rebecca Luker is one of the most underrated Broadway performers of her generation. She's really quite astonishing. That voice, and the emotion it carries, is wonderful.
Underrated by who? She was a multiple Tony nominee and has a resume few can match.
Underrated! How many leading-lady roles and well-deserved awards does it take to count as properly-rated 😹
Is Spielberg an underrated director
Underrated? Seriously? If you mean she didn't WIN a Tony Award, at least she was nominated THREE TIMES. That is a nearly impossible achievement. She had many other awards and nominations, and sang literally all over the world with almost every major orchestra in every major city. She was in movies and on television. There was universal acclaim for her voice. I think you need to rethink your statement.
I'm so sorry that such a lovely, talented artist has departed our world. She was a gift to us all. R.I.P.
Oh how beautiful!!!
One of God’s most beautiful voices. RIP, Ms. Luker. God bless you 😢
RIP, Rebecca. Taken from us so soon. Thanks for sharing your beautiful talent while you were with us. Now, you sing with the angels!!
Such a pure and moving interpretation. RIP, Rebecca
I will always cherish the time I got to spend with Rebecca in the wings in Mason City, Iowa. Goodnight, my Marian, goodnight.
She still sings beautifully after all these years. I was in Camelot with her in college. Of course she played Guenevere. She has been compared to Julie Andrews.'
So jealous. She must have been marvelous.
Gorgeous rendition of this song. Final note is like Phantom's in Music of the Night. Was lucky to see her as Christine, Magnolia, Marion and Maria. My favorite voice of the era. Thoughts of peace to Danny Burstein, their kids, and her parents, and family...and to her devoted fans. So, so sad.
Goodnight Rebecca. Thank you for a lifetime of wonderful singing.
Beautiful! Gone too soon. RIP.
This arrangement and Rebecca's singing really bring out the waltz tempo of this piece! How wonderful, I never really took note of it in any of the productions I've seen!
I could listen to her sing all day. She is an amazing soprano.
RIP ANGEL OF MUSIC
The song and her singing are great, as usual, but Rebecca looks exquisite in red!
Magnificent. Could listen to her endlessly.
"You are the angel glow that lights a star." Rest in peace.
Such a classic, beautiful voice.
beautiful voice
Good night dear angel. You have left us too soon but you have also given us treasures forever. RIP.
Utter radiance, rest in peace!
Beautiful voice...….!
Rest in peace, Rebecca. I know we never met, but I miss you way too much to put in words 😭😭😭
I last saw Rebecca in a concert rehearsal at the York Theater company for "Sheldon Harnick and Friends". She was in a wheelchair. I was taking photos of the rehearsal, and some staged group photos. Rebecca was in a wheelchair, still very much upright and full of that sunshine we all knew her for. Still, I could sense this unspoken sadness among the company. We all knew what this meant. We all knew time with Rebecca was now in precious short supply. This was in March of 2020, still before any of us knew that the world was about to shut down for god knows how long. I left the theater that day knowing "This may very well be the last I ever saw her." During the pandemic, it broke my heart to see a video she made asking us to please speak out about a new potential treatment for ALS that had been shelved due to COVID. She had that one glimmer of hope, that maybe, JUST MAYBE she was lucky enough to live at a time when humanity had finally figured out how to beat ALS. I remember feeling like "This is on ME now! I know I could rally the troops. I know I could get 10 friends to call 10 friends to call 10 friends....... I know I could rally in the streets, lead a demonstration, block traffic with our bodies to demand they un-pause the search for a cure. I have a warped sense of my own potential sometimes and I really believe I could pour 110% of myself into any singular cause until it ceases to be. But I just felt so helpless. Who can make any sense of death or disease. All I know is she was taken from us too soon. The world was robbed of a bright, bright light.
I love the Music Man, and this song from the movie, sung by Shirley Jones was great....but this version from Rebecca Luker is simply gorgeous! :))
The best rendition I've heard of this since Barbara Cook on the OBC album. Divine.
She is terrific. I love her and I loved her on the Secret Garden Musical
Just saw her at 54below. What presence and astonishingly beautiful voice. s
The emotion and expression she conveys through her voice is astounding!
Suuuuuch a great talent
Was lucky enough to see her in Secret Garden
😊😊😊
Goodnight, my someone,
Goodnight, my love,
Sleep tight, my someone,
Sleep tight, my love,
Our star is shining it's brightest light
For goodnight, my love, for goodnight.
Sweet dreams be yours, dear,
If dreams there be
Sweet dreams to carry you close to me.
I wish they may and I wish they might
Now goodnight, my someone, goodnight
True love can be whispered from heart to heart
When lovers are parted they say
But I must depend on a wish and a star
As long as my heart doesn't know who you are.
Sweet dreams be yours dear,
If dreams there be
Sweet dreams to carry you close to me.
I wish they may and I wish they might
Now goodnight, my someone, goodnight.
Goodnight,
Goodnight.
RIP Rebecca 12.23.2020
I LOVE HER!!! Loved her in the Secret Garden and this is perfection... *sigh*
I can't believe you have passed away. I CAN'T BELIEVE IT! I can't believe what I just read. Your voice on Paul Schwartz' Aria recordings - so dewy, sensual, angelic, shimmering and warm like the most soothing blanket - was a most healing companion, and now you are gone forever........
Goodnight sweet Barbara Cook
& originally from the 1957 Broadway musical "The Music Man" starring Robert Preston and Barbara Cook by Meredith Wilson
Good night Ms Luker- Rest In Peace
Lovely
Love you Rebecca
Right back at you....R I P
"Goodnight My Someone" from the 1962 musical film "The Music Man" starring Robert Preston and Shirley Jones The Music is by Meredith Wilson.
THE BARBARA COOK.
This number is from a PBS program. Is the rest of the program available and what is its name? Thanks.
lol i paused it at a weird moment..
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Another fast-vibrato warbler. Not my thing at all.