Multi-camera HD footage released by the production of the emotional conclusion of Part One of the 2019-2020 Broadway production of "The Inheritance," with Kyle Soller and company.
One of the most wrenching scenes I’ve ever witnessed in a theater. All around me you could hear people sniffling, and then sobbing. Some sobbed as though their hearts had broken, which they probably were.
I was one of those people, and during the second part as well. It wasn't that my heart broke watching the play, it was that my heart had been so injured by so many losses so many years earlier, and the play very lovingly and kindly shone a light on that. I will never forget the afternoon and evening I spent in the theatre experiencing The Inheritance. And I will always be profoundly grateful.
This was one of the most powerful moments I’ve seen in theatre - Ana I see most things on Broadway. I sobbed - the intermission came and people just sat there - the ushers had to make us leave - they did come from all over and it felt endless - just as the deaths fromAIDS felt endless - I will Never forget it
What was brilliant is that this wasn't explained. It was unclear who the men were at first. Then.... pow! Much more powerful to let us "get it" at our pace rather than explain it. One could imagine an earlier draft where the first man explains who he is, "....I came here to die peacefully..." and then the others arrive. But this trusts an audience to understand... and be moved. A great piece of writing and stagecraft.
I saw this at the West End and bawled my eyes out. I knew I had to see it when it went to Broadway. Gosh, did I cry more watching it a second time. I remember passing by and seeing all the "ghosts" lining up ready to go on the stage and I cheered because I knew how important that scene was going to be for the audience. Such a magnificent show.
Saw this in Toronto last night. This was an incredibly emotional and powerful scene. The “ghosts” got out of their seats and walked up on stage … are these actors or audience members? Do the actors sit through the play each night? Are they rotating local actors? They were all sitting in prime seats up front - surprised that the theatre would give up the money to sell these seats. Such a unique experience to witness - just curious about the internal logistics of this amazing scene. Thanks 🙏
Thanks so much for putting this up. Seeing this play was one of the most emotional and magical moments I've experienced in a lifetime of theatre going.
It was an incredible and unforgettable moment in theatre. I cried pretty hard. Hopefully with this clip it means they'll release the production on streaming somewhere after the Tony Awards? It'd be great to see it again.
I just saw the superb and brilliant Toronto production. This was one of the most moving devastating moments I have ever experienced in the theatre. It broke my heart and simultaneously overwhelmed me with its beauty and loving simplicity. The audience around me held its breath and when the lights went out dissolved into tears and sobs. When the lights came back on trevealing the entire cast lined up for the curtain call, as one the audience stood cheering, crying and shouting bravos. Unforgettable coup-de-theatre.
I have never come so close to openly sobbing in a theater. I'm a Forster scholar, and when this scene started I was expecting a ghost (as in the novel). When I realized who the ghosts were, I was devastated.
THIS MOMENT, as so many others have commented, will live in my memory the rest of my life. I was actually in the audience on March 11th, 2020, which was the final day of both parts, and ultimately became the closing performance as Broadway was shut down the next day, ending their final week early by 4 performances. (Both parts were, thankfully, filmed by Lincoln Center at that matinee and evening performance. Thank. God.)
Thanks for this informative comment. I am assuming they taped it with Tony Goldwyn rather than John Benjamin Hickey, who had departed to direct "Plaza Suite" (which was to have begun previews that Friday, March 13).
I see a lot of theater and much of it goes in one ear and out the other. I may recall it when prompted, but very little lives vividly in my memory. But this does. It's why we go to the theater. There is no equivalent on TV or in a movie. The theater was filled with many older gay men who had obviously lived through the AIDS era. So, there was open sobbing. And I teared up, too. That happened again - even as I watched this clip. I guess it's some "muscle memory" that was hit by just seeing a moment. To be honest, I don't remember much of the rest of the play, except that it was good, but too long. But this moment is unforgettable.
I was sobbing. The entire time. People coming from the aisles and all of the people showing up on the balconies. It was so fucking touching. It was like my heart broke open. And that ending scene with Eric sitting at the center and everyone else on the outside reminded me of the last supper
I read this play last week in one sitting - superb. Inspired by Howards End. I can't wait to see a live production of this once theatres reopen. It deserves all its Tony nominations.
Oh.. thank you..SO.MUCH... I CRIED ALL THE TIME, being able to see it onstage was a once in a lifetime joy.. thanks.. Is there a pro shot of the whole show?? other than the Lincoln Center??.
There’s a proshot but only for archive purposes. This video is on their Instagram page and there’s another video on their RUclips page from the London production.
I saw this production and what the clip doesn't show is that the men who come on stage were stationed all over the theatre and came walking down the aisles even from the balcony. It was truly an emotionally moment . There was not a dry eye in the theatre .
Yes. We had gotten used to seeing the relatively small cast. Then, this stream of people just appear out of nowhere. Best use of theater aisles since "Lion King". : )
I haven't seen the play, not sure of the context of this scene(I could guess) but this one scene had me in tears from the start. I hope to get to see a full production some time...thanks for posting
(Copied from other comment)Erik is seeing, for the first time, the summer home that his older lover used to share with the lover's late partner, Walter. In the 1980s, Walter had turned their home into a sanctuary for people living with AIDS- men and boys who ended their days in the security of the house with Walter. Now, in the present day, the memories of those men and boys are greeting Erik. This is the end of Part I, and three hours of emotional storytelling. Part II also ends at this house, after another three hours of laughter and tears.
This moment in theatre when planted cast got out of their seats in the audience one after the other slowly to great Eric was so powerful I will never forget this moment. May I ask how you have this? I would love to see it all again X
Sorry to hijack this comment section - Aurora (her name is...) Do you have any footage of the original London productions of Children of Eden, Into The Woods or The Bakers Wife??
It's about different generations of gay men and the trauma that gets inherited. Eric, the central character in this scene, befriended an older man (Walter). Walter owned a house that was used as a refuge for men who were dying of AIDS so they could find peace and comfort in their last moments. Walter passed and left the house to Eric. This scene shows Eric visiting the house for the first time and encountering the "spirits" of all the men who died in the house during the AIDS crisis. Some other context: this scene is at the very end of Part One; over three hours and two intermissions have already gone by. None of the men shaking Eric's hand have been seen onstage until this point.
@@idkok3561 Erik is seeing, for the first time, the summer home that his older lover used to share with the lover's late partner, Walter. In the 1980s, Walter had turned their home into a sanctuary for people living with AIDS- men and boys who ended their days in the security of the house with Walter. Now, in the present day, the memories of those men and boys are greeting Erik. This is the end of Part I, and three hours of emotional storytelling. Part II also ends at this house, after another three hours of laughter and tears.
One of the most wrenching scenes I’ve ever witnessed in a theater. All around me you could hear people sniffling, and then sobbing. Some sobbed as though their hearts had broken, which they probably were.
I was one of those people, and during the second part as well. It wasn't that my heart broke watching the play, it was that my heart had been so injured by so many losses so many years earlier, and the play very lovingly and kindly shone a light on that. I will never forget the afternoon and evening I spent in the theatre experiencing The Inheritance. And I will always be profoundly grateful.
This was one of the most powerful moments I’ve seen in theatre - Ana I see most things on Broadway. I sobbed - the intermission came and people just sat there - the ushers had to make us leave - they did come from all over and it felt endless - just as the deaths fromAIDS felt endless - I will
Never forget it
What was brilliant is that this wasn't explained. It was unclear who the men were at first. Then.... pow! Much more powerful to let us "get it" at our pace rather than explain it. One could imagine an earlier draft where the first man explains who he is, "....I came here to die peacefully..." and then the others arrive. But this trusts an audience to understand... and be moved. A great piece of writing and stagecraft.
While gut wrenching on film, this is one of those moments that truly belongs to the collective experience of theatre.
I 100% agree. Seeing the people in the balconies and watching them all walk down the aisle was the part that just made me so emotional
Truly amazing play
I saw this at the West End and bawled my eyes out. I knew I had to see it when it went to Broadway. Gosh, did I cry more watching it a second time. I remember passing by and seeing all the "ghosts" lining up ready to go on the stage and I cheered because I knew how important that scene was going to be for the audience. Such a magnificent show.
Saw this in Toronto last night. This was an incredibly emotional and powerful scene. The “ghosts” got out of their seats and walked up on stage … are these actors or audience members? Do the actors sit through the play each night? Are they rotating local actors? They were all sitting in prime seats up front - surprised that the theatre would give up the money to sell these seats. Such a unique experience to witness - just curious about the internal logistics of this amazing scene. Thanks 🙏
I saw both parts at the Young Vic in London in one day. Best thing I’ve ever seen in a theatre, before or since.
Thanks so much for putting this up. Seeing this play was one of the most emotional and magical moments I've experienced in a lifetime of theatre going.
It was an incredible and unforgettable moment in theatre. I cried pretty hard. Hopefully with this clip it means they'll release the production on streaming somewhere after the Tony Awards? It'd be great to see it again.
I just saw the superb and brilliant Toronto production. This was one of the most moving devastating moments I have ever experienced in the theatre. It broke my heart and simultaneously overwhelmed me with its beauty and loving simplicity. The audience around me held its breath and when the lights went out dissolved into tears and sobs. When the lights came back on trevealing the entire cast lined up for the curtain call, as one the audience stood cheering, crying and shouting bravos. Unforgettable coup-de-theatre.
I have never come so close to openly sobbing in a theater. I'm a Forster scholar, and when this scene started I was expecting a ghost (as in the novel). When I realized who the ghosts were, I was devastated.
THIS MOMENT, as so many others have commented, will live in my memory the rest of my life. I was actually in the audience on March 11th, 2020, which was the final day of both parts, and ultimately became the closing performance as Broadway was shut down the next day, ending their final week early by 4 performances. (Both parts were, thankfully, filmed by Lincoln Center at that matinee and evening performance. Thank. God.)
Thanks for this informative comment. I am assuming they taped it with Tony Goldwyn rather than John Benjamin Hickey, who had departed to direct "Plaza Suite" (which was to have begun previews that Friday, March 13).
@@auroraspiderwoman5886 yes! You got it Madame Spiderwoman. 😘
I was there that day as well. I felt lucky to be there.
I have been looking for a copy of this play for a YEAR!! Saw this in person and was life changing!!
I see a lot of theater and much of it goes in one ear and out the other. I may recall it when prompted, but very little lives vividly in my memory. But this does. It's why we go to the theater. There is no equivalent on TV or in a movie. The theater was filled with many older gay men who had obviously lived through the AIDS era. So, there was open sobbing. And I teared up, too. That happened again - even as I watched this clip. I guess it's some "muscle memory" that was hit by just seeing a moment. To be honest, I don't remember much of the rest of the play, except that it was good, but too long. But this moment is unforgettable.
Wait I need this whole show! Based on these shots, someone has it!!
I was sobbing. The entire time. People coming from the aisles and all of the people showing up on the balconies. It was so fucking touching. It was like my heart broke open. And that ending scene with Eric sitting at the center and everyone else on the outside reminded me of the last supper
Oh God, I’ve read the play and it is so beautiful, but I never imagined it would be this beautiful!
I am so sad I never got to see this play! I read the book and I was an emotional wreck after reading it!
I read this play last week in one sitting - superb. Inspired by Howards End. I can't wait to see a live production of this once theatres reopen. It deserves all its Tony nominations.
Oh.. thank you..SO.MUCH... I CRIED ALL THE TIME, being able to see it onstage was a once in a lifetime joy.. thanks..
Is there a pro shot of the whole show?? other than the Lincoln Center??.
There’s a proshot but only for archive purposes. This video is on their Instagram page and there’s another video on their RUclips page from the London production.
@@luissantiago2816 thanks.. So much
Why is this play not available to buy!!! It’s the best play ever x
I saw this production and what the clip doesn't show is that the men who come on stage were stationed all over the theatre and came walking down the aisles even from the balcony. It was truly an emotionally moment . There was not a dry eye in the theatre .
Yes. We had gotten used to seeing the relatively small cast. Then, this stream of people just appear out of nowhere. Best use of theater aisles since "Lion King". : )
I’m reading the play now. I seriously would do anything for anymore of this show I could get my hands on for research.
We would have a lot of pro-shots right now legally if Equity hadn't decided to work against all of their members during the pandemic.
does anyone know where I can find the full production?
never cried so much at the theatre...
where can i watch this in full???
Lincoln Center houses all of the Broadway productions that have been recorded.
@RCurtisLambert are they available to watch online?
I haven't seen the play, not sure of the context of this scene(I could guess) but this one scene had me in tears from the start. I hope to get to see a full production some time...thanks for posting
(Copied from other comment)Erik is seeing, for the first time, the summer home that his older lover used to share with the lover's late partner, Walter. In the 1980s, Walter had turned their home into a sanctuary for people living with AIDS- men and boys who ended their days in the security of the house with Walter. Now, in the present day, the memories of those men and boys are greeting Erik. This is the end of Part I, and three hours of emotional storytelling. Part II also ends at this house, after another three hours of laughter and tears.
This moment in theatre when planted cast got out of their seats in the audience one after the other slowly to great Eric was so powerful I will never forget this moment. May I ask how you have this? I would love to see it all again X
This was one of a couple of clips given out by the production for promotional purposes. It's not exclusive to this channel.
@@auroraspiderwoman5886 oh how lucky you were to receive them. Is the other one on here to see also? Thank you for sharing
@@johnnynotty No, but I do believe I came across at least one other pro-shot clip on YT.
Sorry to hijack this comment section - Aurora (her name is...) Do you have any footage of the original London productions of Children of Eden, Into The Woods or The Bakers Wife??
What's the play about?
It's about different generations of gay men and the trauma that gets inherited. Eric, the central character in this scene, befriended an older man (Walter). Walter owned a house that was used as a refuge for men who were dying of AIDS so they could find peace and comfort in their last moments. Walter passed and left the house to Eric. This scene shows Eric visiting the house for the first time and encountering the "spirits" of all the men who died in the house during the AIDS crisis.
Some other context: this scene is at the very end of Part One; over three hours and two intermissions have already gone by. None of the men shaking Eric's hand have been seen onstage until this point.
@@SilverShade1008 Whao! Reading your response brought tears to my eyes. Thanks for your answering.
Where is Tony Goldwyn?
Tony Goldwyn wasn't in the original cast--he replaced John Benjamine Hickey. And that character is not in this scene.
Poor Syril😢
I WAS SUPPOSED TO SEE THIS THEN COVID HIT
What this about
Like what happened
@@idkok3561 Erik is seeing, for the first time, the summer home that his older lover used to share with the lover's late partner, Walter. In the 1980s, Walter had turned their home into a sanctuary for people living with AIDS- men and boys who ended their days in the security of the house with Walter. Now, in the present day, the memories of those men and boys are greeting Erik. This is the end of Part I, and three hours of emotional storytelling. Part II also ends at this house, after another three hours of laughter and tears.
@@dougyobro 😊thank you
@@dougyobro TY
Horrible play. Read the book or watch the movie. 6 of us left after the first part and never returned
What movie?
@@auroraspiderwoman5886 Howard's end.