This is known as the Dramatic Irony song in the musical. It is used to establish a sense of triumph before tragedy. The calm before the Storm , if you see it that way.
I nearly cried when I saw this live! It's sad when you know the story of Jekyll and Hyde and how this in the end isn't the moment he thought it would be!
@@enchantroThe best version of This is the moment is from Colm Wilkinson. Listen to his version. ruclips.net/video/T6Ool8BCSAk/видео.htmlsi=EHlKys2vQOLvovLB
I was lucky enough to have known Bob before he ever became famous. When I first saw Bob perform this phenomenal song on broadway I cried. The song epitomized how hard Bob worked to get where he truly belonged. Im happy to say that Bob is still a very down to earth & charming man. May you have continued success my friend!! Love Always, Margaret
Jack Moody I'd probably say the strongest English version that played live is Marti Pellow, while the best version that played live was easily the Japanese version
I think that the Korean production is the best so far (They have had a lot of different actors playing Jekyll and Hyde, and every single one of them is easily better than all of the English and Japanese actors so far). My personal favorite is Hong Kwang Ho, and you can see his version of "This Is The Moment" from a musical award concert here: ruclips.net/video/QLFzaMtxz3A/видео.html
Lucky enough to have seen Robert Cuccioli perform this in "Jekyll & Hyde." First time I ever saw a standing ovation to a performance closing the first act! Well deserved, I might add. Brilliant!
Robert Cuccioli delivers the message of the song with extreme intensity and hearfelt emotions. Magnificent VIBRATO!! He is the best performer of this broadway musical production. I would even consider the talent that fits him, the song, and the music into one. Bravo!!
Best version of the song ever. A great combination of strong and gentle, coupled with tangible emotion, the only true way to tackle this show-stopping powerhouse number.
“This is the moment, this is the time…when the momentum and the moment are in rhyme” is one of the best broadway musical lyrics ever written, imo…perfect, supportive, flowery rhetoric that plays *just enough* with the English language.
Stunning. Such power, rock-solid voice control, impeccable timing and diction. Wow! I especially like the way Cuccioli creates the 'a' sound in 'mo-mant', which allows him to give so much resonance in his voice that would be possible singing 'mo-ment'...great technique!
Abso-friggin-lutely fantastic. He's the only actor I've ever seen that's managed to convey the fact that Jekyll might be a little scared of what he's about to do despite all his excitement. And his understated movements are so appreciated after the circus performance David Hasselhoff put on.
Thank heaven we have this performance on stage on the set and in full costume! Cuccioli makes me shiver! No longer an inspiration number, the song becomes a dramatic justification of his move to the dark side. The REALLY DARK side!
This is the best Version from the Song "This is the Moment" what I hear!! Robert Cuccioli is so awesome and fantsitic with your voice!!! Wow! absoluti brillant! Goosepimples!!!!!!!!!!!!
When I lived in the city I was 6 blocks from this theater and I would buy last minute tickets to shows. 20 bucks for last minute seat. I saw this one night. Easy to get a single seat. I was taken at this song. The entire next year I went every week. Him and Linda Eder were magical. I was in my 20’s. Single and it was just east to grab a ticket at last minute. One night after the show I went to grab a slice of pizza. And he walked in. I told him how amazing he was. He asked if anyone was sitting in my booth. I said no. He sat signed a napkin and playbill. The nicest guy. Humble. Kind. And I will forever remember this show. Was so lucky to see him. None of the others that filled in for him Had his magic.
When at this Broadway Play, Jekyll and Hyde, several years ago, the song, "This is the Moment," was so real, so of the moment of my own Being, that I, upon listening felt an intensity of blessings and gratitude that deeply touched my heart. Ever memorable, ever lovingly appreciative, here shared for the words call anew.
This was one of my brothers favorite songs. We saw this play in CT, Providence, and NYC. Bob was always into the dash. The way he lived. He was one of the most special people on earth, caring for all other people and helped many many people in his life time. So Rest in Peace Brother Bob and David. I will see again someday! Thank you for this beautiful song!
It was the one and only Broadway show I ever saw. It was for my 19th birthday. I still listen to the cast recording quite regularly, but i cant watch that dvd. Glad I got Les Mis soundtrack now!
Oh my goodness this has made my life!! Was such an honour to witness the original cast during my first trip to NYC. You don’t always appreciate how special a cast is whilst you’re watching a show for the first time but I knew I was in the presence of greatness from the opening note! 😍
I just saw this play live on stage. Amazing. This song is beautiful, but yes you know that this 'moment' will bring him down - but this is what the story is about.
I am grateful this original cast previewed the musical in Seattle before heading to Broadway. How I loved seeing these actors and hearing the amazing music: truly they made the story come alive on stage, a major victory.
I was fortunate enough to see Rob do this on Broadway. This was truly a show stopping moment. This song alone and his rendition brought the house to its feet!
The song that I will sing whenever I climb out of this funk I have been in for decades. I don't care when or wherever I am when I accomplish this feat. I will sing this song with all of the energy out of my heart.
Two years has passed since you posted this comment. And so, I want to ask - did you successeed in getting out of the funk? I really hope you did. And I really hope, that you've sang this song as loud as you could have sang it.
@@wickedfan811 Oh I did thankfully. Or at the very least I am slowly reaching new heights from where I was before. I also did sing this song proudly & introduced some people to this musical.
I had no idea this musical existed, but I am certainly happy that this was my exposure to it. This is truly the greatest moment for me learning about this musical.
This is the moment This is the day When I send all my doubts and demons on their way Every endeavor I have made ever Is coming into play, is here and now today. This is the moment, this is the time When the momentum and the moment are in rhyme Give me this moment, this precious chance; I'll gather up my past and make some sense at last. This is the moment, when all I've done When all the dreaming, scheming and screaming become one. This is the day, see it sparkle and shine when all I've live for becomes mine For all these years, I've faced the world alone, and now the time has come to prove to them I've made it on my own This is the moment, My final test, Destiny beckoned, I never reckoned second best I won't look down, I must not fall; This is the moment, the sweetest moment of them all This is the moment damn all the odds This day or never, I'll sit forever with the Gods, When I look back, I will always recall, Moment for moment... This was the moment... The greatest moment... Of them all
To think I found out about this marvelous performance from a youtube channel that focus on shitting all over the downfall of the Game of Thrones series xD
I just attended graduation ceremonies at Orlando's Olympia HS, where Felipe Gomes brought down the house with his rendition. Absolutely perfect as a graduation song.
YES, this IS the moment... intuition, vision, quest, mission, within seven decades of questioning, of searching, of researching, has come as ONE resounding call - YES, This IS the Moment - The APOGEE Acu-Tone™ validation!!!! Thank You for allowing me the glory you sing!!
I actually got here because I fell in love with Daesung's voice when I heard him singing it in Korean on What's Up, and BAM, so many years later, and I'm still listening to it like there's no other song this fantastic.
@@Catglittercrafts The best version of This is the moment is from Colm Wilkinson. Listen to his version. ruclips.net/video/T6Ool8BCSAk/видео.htmlsi=EHlKys2vQOLvovLB
Saw this on Broadway with Cuccioli, Noll and Eder. Ran out and bought the CD. Watching and listening to Cuccioli and then watching and listening to David Hasselhoff you wouldn't know you were watching the same show. When Cuccioli did "Confrontation" the audience wouldn't let the show continue, just standing and applauding. And to think he didn't get the Tony.
About 36 hours to go in 2010- this song was stuck in my head a LOT this year- things have a way of working out the way they were meant to! Happy New Year, everyone!
This should have been on the DVD instead of Hasselhoff, I mean I like Hoff, but even the quality of these 3 minutes and 20 seconds looked better than the entire 2 hours of the Hoff's version.
Hasselhoff has a good voice, but in my opinion over acts and lacks subtleness. Too in your face. Robert[s performance is very believable, subtle and powerful. Wish I had seen it in person. Magnificent!
I listened to Anthony as well "Stary." Wonderful voice but I preferred Robert, both his voice and his stage mannerisms. Music is very subjective. There is no right and wrong. Just opinions and tastes. The score of Jekyll & Hyde is brilliant! Glad you shared your opinion.
This is ever inspirational! Since I first saw this performed on Broadway many moons past, to this very 'moment' I am moved to tears of gratitude!! BRAVO!
YES, there comes that moment when a vision is clear, when a purpose is embraced, that time when there is a knowing beyond explanation, when the S E L F is Spirit, Exchange, Love, Freedom, when all oppressors no longer hold claim... when you in blessed exaltation exclaim YES!!
fabulous post; saw J&H in 1997 & met him, Miss Eder and Cristine after the performance.....an unforgettable memory !......Happy Tony Awards TONIGHT !....expecting Book of Mormon to sweep
Listening to this makes me long for the auditions, the agony of waiting, not getting the part you want-but something lesser... The number of times not being cast, then getting a call and discovering that the first, second, or third choice couldn't do it, so you got the part. Then all was said and done, they were happy that you were the one.
My schools show choir is doing this at our concert this Saturday. :D I have a solo in the beginning and I'm really nervous. Hope I can live up to such a powerful (not to mention awesome) song. Thought I'd listen to the original for some insperation. 5/5 outstanding!
How cool is this scene? Jekyll singing this triumphant song, his warm study disappears, and the sinister lab set wraps around him. He thinks he's achieved a goal, but we know he's screwed. Thanks for posting.
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This is known as the Dramatic Irony song in the musical. It is used to establish a sense of triumph before tragedy. The calm before the Storm , if you see it that way.
It's the "song that goes like this".
Not at all
@@OriginalEye2072 entirely
It is the last song that Jekyll is 100 percent Jekyll.
Hardest thing to pull off but I do prefer Cucciolo version.
I nearly cried when I saw this live! It's sad when you know the story of Jekyll and Hyde and how this in the end isn't the moment he thought it would be!
I am so envious of you that you saw this performance live!🥰👍🏻
@@enchantroThe best version of This is the moment is from Colm Wilkinson. Listen to his version.
ruclips.net/video/T6Ool8BCSAk/видео.htmlsi=EHlKys2vQOLvovLB
@@enchantroNot this specific performance. I meant when I saw the show in Cardiff eleven years ago.
I saw the original Broadway cast in 1998. They were magnificent. It still is my favorite Broadway show.
Wish I were there lol
Me too! It was amazing!
Robert Cuccioli is easily the best version of Jekyll/Hyde in the musical’s run! He actually got a Tony nomination for his performance :)
I was lucky enough to have known Bob before he ever became famous. When I first saw Bob perform this phenomenal song on broadway I cried. The song epitomized how hard Bob worked to get where he truly belonged. Im happy to say that Bob is still a very down to earth & charming man. May you have continued success my friend!! Love Always, Margaret
My wife knew him during his days at St. Mary's HS, did you know him then? We saw the show together in 1997 and he was awesome.
@@robertdiepold2242Is StMarys HS in Queens NY.
@@danlivni2097 No. It is in Manhasset LI. (Nassau County)
I won 2nd place in 1999 singing this song in a talent show won $500 bucks and met Robert Cuccioli twice and he congratulated me on my win.
There never has been or will be a better Jekyll and Hyde
+Sophia Todzia Anthony Warlow?
Jack Moody I'd probably say the strongest English version that played live is Marti Pellow, while the best version that played live was easily the Japanese version
@@jackmoody5174 So it's been four years, but he did play the role. It was only a couple nights, but audio and a bit of video exists
Anthony Warlow is the best!
I think that the Korean production is the best so far (They have had a lot of different actors playing Jekyll and Hyde, and every single one of them is easily better than all of the English and Japanese actors so far). My personal favorite is Hong Kwang Ho, and you can see his version of "This Is The Moment" from a musical award concert here: ruclips.net/video/QLFzaMtxz3A/видео.html
Lucky enough to have seen Robert Cuccioli perform this in "Jekyll & Hyde." First time I ever saw a standing ovation to a performance closing the first act! Well deserved, I might add. Brilliant!
Robert Cuccioli delivers the message of the song with extreme intensity and hearfelt emotions. Magnificent VIBRATO!! He is the best performer of this broadway musical production. I would even consider the talent that fits him, the song, and the music into one. Bravo!!
Wow. I can't even say anything, I'm so overwhelmed. He's amazing. Just amazing.
Best version of the song ever. A great combination of strong and gentle, coupled with tangible emotion, the only true way to tackle this show-stopping powerhouse number.
“This is the moment, this is the time…when the momentum and the moment are in rhyme” is one of the best broadway musical lyrics ever written, imo…perfect, supportive, flowery rhetoric that plays *just enough* with the English language.
i can't find a word to say. excellent. it brings tears to my eyes. what a great performer, what a beautiful song. simply amazing.
Stunning. Such power, rock-solid voice control, impeccable timing and diction. Wow! I especially like the way Cuccioli creates the 'a' sound in 'mo-mant', which allows him to give so much resonance in his voice that would be possible singing 'mo-ment'...great technique!
Abso-friggin-lutely fantastic. He's the only actor I've ever seen that's managed to convey the fact that Jekyll might be a little scared of what he's about to do despite all his excitement. And his understated movements are so appreciated after the circus performance David Hasselhoff put on.
The GREATEST Dr. Jekyll. Hands down.
Shivers - what an absolutely magnificent voice!
Thank heaven we have this performance on stage on the set and in full costume! Cuccioli makes me shiver! No longer an inspiration number, the song becomes a dramatic justification of his move to the dark side. The REALLY DARK side!
This is the best Version from the Song "This is the Moment" what I hear!! Robert Cuccioli is so awesome and fantsitic with your voice!!! Wow! absoluti brillant! Goosepimples!!!!!!!!!!!!
Have you seen Anthony Warlow's version? It'll bring tears.
When I lived in the city I was 6 blocks from this theater and I would buy last minute tickets to shows. 20 bucks for last minute seat. I saw this one night. Easy to get a single seat. I was taken at this song. The entire next year I went every week. Him and Linda Eder were magical. I was in my 20’s. Single and it was just east to grab a ticket at last minute. One night after the show I went to grab a slice of pizza. And he walked in. I told him how amazing he was. He asked if anyone was sitting in my booth. I said no. He sat signed a napkin and playbill. The nicest guy. Humble. Kind. And I will forever remember this show. Was so lucky to see him. None of the others that filled in for him
Had his magic.
Saw 3 times on Broadway. Each time he stopped the show with a standing ovation
He held that last note for 15 seconds!!
This song well reflects the story of Jekyll and Hyde. I have just decided to add this song to my singing lists. What a great music it is.
When at this Broadway Play, Jekyll and Hyde, several years ago, the song, "This is the Moment," was so real, so of the moment of my own Being, that I, upon listening felt an intensity of blessings and gratitude that deeply touched my heart. Ever memorable, ever lovingly appreciative, here shared for the words call anew.
This was one of my brothers favorite songs. We saw this play in CT, Providence, and NYC. Bob was always into the dash. The way he lived. He was one of the most special people on earth, caring for all other people and helped many many people in his life time. So Rest in Peace Brother Bob and David. I will see again someday!
Thank you for this beautiful song!
Robert Cuccioli has it all ! Handsome dramatic delivery and wonderful voice
It was the one and only Broadway show I ever saw. It was for my 19th birthday. I still listen to the cast recording quite regularly, but i cant watch that dvd.
Glad I got Les Mis soundtrack now!
This song reflects how I felt on my graduation!
i'm singing it at my graduation on friday!!! funny you said that.
I sang it at graduation haha
@@clockWorks10 that was exactly my plan too, tell no one about the story behind the song tho
A beautiful song, he sings it brilliantly, but I have to say, he is like a ham
I sang it while I lost my virginity!
This is my favorite version.
This was out “cool” class trip senior year. We went to NYC Broadway to see this play and I will always remember it and him
This Great Performance you have shared to the whole world is absolutely priceless.
And I an count on you as an Instrument of God's Blessing.
Great show, saw it twice. Fantastic score. This scene closes the first act.
In my opinion, the BEST version of this wonderful song!
Fantastic. one of the greatest performances in broadway history. What a shame he didn't win the Tony for this. He deserved it.
Wonderful! Beautiful! Divine! What a voice! What a moment!
When it's time for the test you actually studied for: 1:56
Oh my goodness this has made my life!! Was such an honour to witness the original cast during my first trip to NYC. You don’t always appreciate how special a cast is whilst you’re watching a show for the first time but I knew I was in the presence of greatness from the opening note! 😍
I just saw this play live on stage. Amazing. This song is beautiful, but yes you know that this 'moment' will bring him down - but this is what the story is about.
You deserved to be acknowledged by all,making your performance to a maximum level of excellency.
One of my favorite Broadway play
Still the best version of this song....nobody sings it better than Robert Cuccioli
I think I'm in love..Keep watching over and over again....
I am grateful this original cast previewed the musical in Seattle before heading to Broadway. How I loved seeing these actors and hearing the amazing music: truly they made the story come alive on stage, a major victory.
When you're running a marathon today, this song is what you need.
I was fortunate enough to see Rob do this on Broadway. This was truly a show stopping moment. This song alone and his rendition brought the house to its feet!
The best rendition I could find on RUclips.
Good job Robert Cuccioli!
I saw the play in 2001 in Rochester the music was magical
This is a favourite song of mine and this version ranks amongst the best. I really like this rendition.
The song that I will sing whenever I climb out of this funk I have been in for decades. I don't care when or wherever I am when I accomplish this feat. I will sing this song with all of the energy out of my heart.
Two years has passed since you posted this comment. And so, I want to ask - did you successeed in getting out of the funk? I really hope you did. And I really hope, that you've sang this song as loud as you could have sang it.
@@wickedfan811 Oh I did thankfully. Or at the very least I am slowly reaching new heights from where I was before. I also did sing this song proudly & introduced some people to this musical.
@@ajshim well, that's some wonderful news. Shine bright like the Sun!
I had no idea this musical existed, but I am certainly happy that this was my exposure to it. This is truly the greatest moment for me learning about this musical.
Wow! So beautifully sung!
Great song and performance. How he did not win the Tony that year is a freaking shame.
This is the perfect song for today.... Nov. 3rd 2020.
This is the moment
This is the day
When I send all my doubts and demons on their way
Every endeavor I have made ever
Is coming into play, is here and now today.
This is the moment, this is the time
When the momentum and the moment are in rhyme
Give me this moment, this precious chance;
I'll gather up my past and make some sense at last.
This is the moment, when all I've done
When all the dreaming, scheming and screaming become one.
This is the day, see it sparkle and shine
when all I've live for becomes mine
For all these years,
I've faced the world alone,
and now the time has come
to prove to them I've made it on my own
This is the moment, My final test,
Destiny beckoned, I never reckoned second best
I won't look down, I must not fall;
This is the moment, the sweetest moment of them all
This is the moment damn all the odds
This day or never,
I'll sit forever with the Gods,
When I look back, I will always recall,
Moment for moment...
This was the moment...
The greatest moment...
Of them all
Brilliant! Thanks for sharing. It's great to see him do this song as well as hearing him.
I love this song!!!!! I am thinking of doing it for an audition.
What key?
To think I found out about this marvelous performance from a youtube channel that focus on shitting all over the downfall of the Game of Thrones series xD
I understood that reference 😆
@@generic_sauce haha culture! 😂
Makes me cry every time
How do you say it there... Goosebumps ? Amazing performance.
What a beautiful song and a powerful voice. I hope to sing this song one day in that once in a lifetime moment.
This version is the best so far..
I heard Robert singing this at the Ocean City Music Pier a couple of years ago. It was amazing. He is so talented.
I never had the pleasure of seeing Cuccioli but I have seen it Confrontation is an amazing song and performanance..
I just attended graduation ceremonies at Orlando's Olympia HS, where Felipe Gomes brought down the house with his rendition. Absolutely perfect as a graduation song.
YES, this IS the moment... intuition, vision, quest, mission, within seven decades of questioning, of searching, of researching, has come as ONE resounding call - YES, This IS the Moment - The APOGEE Acu-Tone™ validation!!!! Thank You for allowing me the glory you sing!!
This guy is THE most amazing singer ever! He just knocks this song out of the ball park1! Fabulous!
The definitive interpretation of this song.
Robert Cuccioli just perfection 💯
one of if not the best version of this i have ever heard such passion behind the lyrics it had never interested me b4 i heard him sing it :D
I actually got here because I fell in love with Daesung's voice when I heard him singing it in Korean on What's Up, and BAM, so many years later, and I'm still listening to it like there's no other song this fantastic.
Daesung is the best
@@Catglittercrafts The best version of This is the moment is from Colm Wilkinson. Listen to his version.
ruclips.net/video/T6Ool8BCSAk/видео.htmlsi=EHlKys2vQOLvovLB
Saw this on Broadway with Cuccioli, Noll and Eder. Ran out and bought the CD. Watching and listening to Cuccioli and then watching and listening to David Hasselhoff you wouldn't know you were watching the same show. When Cuccioli did "Confrontation" the audience wouldn't let the show continue, just standing and applauding. And to think he didn't get the Tony.
I saw him perform this on Broadway and LOVED IT!
My favorite Broadway play
About 36 hours to go in 2010- this song was stuck in my head a LOT this year- things have a way of working out the way they were meant to! Happy New Year, everyone!
How has the last decade been, James?
Who's here from gildus video on the S8E6 of GoT ?
I had to hear it all lol
My Lords and Ladies ........
Pisstake is likely responsible for at least 100 extra views on this video
it brings me so much joy that at least 30 of us made it here lmao
yes
We saw his understudy the day we went to the show. He was FANTASTIC
This is a song that I will play at an upcoming graduation. I love the words to this song are powerful.
This should have been on the DVD instead of Hasselhoff, I mean I like Hoff, but even the quality of these 3 minutes and 20 seconds looked better than the entire 2 hours of the Hoff's version.
Hasselhoff has a good voice, but in my opinion over acts and lacks subtleness. Too in your face. Robert[s performance is very believable, subtle and powerful. Wish I had seen it in person. Magnificent!
Gary C. Silber In my opinion though, Anthony Warlow is like 100x more than Robert
I listened to Anthony as well "Stary." Wonderful voice but I preferred Robert, both his voice and his stage mannerisms.
Music is very subjective. There is no right and wrong. Just opinions and tastes. The score of Jekyll & Hyde is brilliant! Glad you shared your opinion.
Gary C. Silber Thank you sir
Dumbest decision ever.....
Simply Wonderful!
This is ever inspirational! Since I first saw this performed on Broadway many moons past, to this very 'moment' I am moved to tears of gratitude!! BRAVO!
This is the best!
You are absolutely blessed greatly!
Strikingly impressive! You're the one.Excellent! With all due Respect.
beautiful, beautiful, beautiful LOVE him
Fantastic! There will be no other like Wilkimson but this guy is talented and owns a magnificent voice.
YES, there comes that moment when a vision is clear, when a purpose is embraced, that time when there is a knowing beyond explanation, when the S E L F is Spirit, Exchange, Love, Freedom, when all oppressors no longer hold claim... when you in blessed exaltation exclaim YES!!
fabulous post; saw J&H in 1997 & met him, Miss Eder and Cristine after the performance.....an unforgettable memory !......Happy Tony Awards TONIGHT !....expecting Book of Mormon to sweep
It's a amazing song, I keep listening over times!
he and this is the reason I entered theatre!!!! He is one of the best
seen him 3x and he's one of the best if not the best Javert the play has ever seen. unbelievable. Goose bumps when he sings. #sick
Listening to this makes me long for the auditions, the agony of waiting, not getting the part you want-but something lesser...
The number of times not being cast, then getting a call and discovering that the first, second, or third choice couldn't do it, so you got the part. Then all was said and done, they were happy that you were the one.
No words are enough to say how excellent you are!
Right...I have to study this song for a workshop at my musical theatre school 😅😅😅
Amazing ❤❤❤
I highly appreciate you for sharing your Great Performance I have never seen.
Making this Performance Memorable & Meaningful.
My schools show choir is doing this at our concert this Saturday. :D I have a solo in the beginning and I'm really nervous. Hope I can live up to such a powerful (not to mention awesome) song.
Thought I'd listen to the original for some insperation. 5/5 outstanding!
So how was it?
This is what you call...claim it. Claim what you want with full conviction. No room for doubt. Give the best of the best. Claim it.
You made this piece memorable to many which turned out to be treasurable moment.
I come back to this video even now yeas after I first viewed it for me this man sings it the best I have ever heard.....
How cool is this scene? Jekyll singing this triumphant song, his warm study disappears, and the sinister lab set wraps around him. He thinks he's achieved a goal, but we know he's screwed.
Thanks for posting.
Perfection !