John is one of the best singing Phantoms EVER! Right up there with Stephen Buntrock and Gary Mauer. Hugh Panaro, Ramin Karimloo, Davis Gaines and John Owen Jones are right behind them.
No surprise he is humble. I knew and worked with his father--a wonderful physician. His dad was quiet, calm, competent and humble as well. His dad was very proud of him and used to enjoy it whenever nurses went to see John on B'way--loved hearing their reactions to his performances. John looks a lot like his dad.
I've seen it 6 times so far, and I think Hugh Panaro has the best voice, but John Cudia has the best acting, and is more believable, especially in the Final Lair scene when he's weeping on the floor, omg
You know, it's funny you say that. I think a lot of time because of how powerful John Cudia's voice is, his acting isn't quite given the recognition it deserves. He really went all out with his acting. His final lairs were gut wrenching.
I saw him a few years ago and wow! I've seen a lot shows and a lot of actors, and his stage presence was captivating. I think the entire audience was nearly breathless during MOTN. One of the best actors I've ever seen - and one of the nicest! We met him at the stage door and he could not have been more humble or kind. Love him!
Wow, that has got to be the most powerful 'be' I've ever heard! Even rivals Anthony Warlow's. ;-) And I love that extra touch he put there when Christine fainted, how he looks like he has no idea what to do because he wasn't expecting it. That's really sweet. :-)
Magnificent talent here. I'm fortunate enough to be working with Mark Oswald, who is also currently John's voice teacher (hopefully, I'll get to meet him one of these days!). I always preferred a classical sound for the Phantom, and Cudia knocks it out of the park in that regard.
My second Raoul and third Phantom, him, Trista Moldovan, and whoever played Firmin and Piangi were some of the kindest people I ever met! Also all are extremely talented!
My Phantom. I saw him first as Raoul and then as the Phantom. I will not be as rude as others and say he is the best of all Phantoms, but he is my favorite, other than Michael. I remember it like it was yesterday, the echo of his voice during this song. It was marvelous... =)
@BuzzBuzzerful London is the only place where the Phantoms are still allowed to catch her at the end, pretty much everywhere else they can't because some of the actors have had back problems. Seems like an odd excuse to me, since some of the London Phantoms have had back problems and still catch her.
Ben has a booming majestic voice but it can be too nasal sounding specially with the sustained higher notes. In contrast, the voice of performers like Karimloo, Cudia, and Owen-Jones effortlessly glide as they rise in pitch without sounding nasalized as the result of voice placement techniques to hit the high notes.
Funny you say that as John Cudia was the understudy to Howard on Broadway before going on the touring Phantom seen here. I have no doubt Howard Influenced John (I've seen both and the similarity is uncanny, though John had more of that 'sexiness' to it). But the subtle movements were definitely similar.
Is there a place somewhere online that lists all actors' and actresses' names who've played Phantom, Christine, and Raoul, including when (exclusive dates) and where (NY, London, tour, etc.) they performed in the POTO production?
RIGHT! My Son & I saw The Phantom in March 2010 at Her Majesty's Theater & I think it was John Cudia who played the Phantom during that performance, but there is nowhere I can find on the web that lists every actor who played the Phantom's & their time frame at Her Majesty's Theater. Ugh! Its so frustrating NOT KNOWING! 🤬
Not that I agree with either comment, but there is a difference between disrespect and criticism. By choosing a career in show business, one is basically signing oneself up for criticism, so if John read this I think he could take it. That being said, John Cudia is the best Phantom ever.
Only the London version has the trio version, in which all three characters sing for the full duration of the scene. The stage show does not involve a sword fight, if that's what you meant.
Never heard John Cudia's rendition until now. He has a great voice for the Phantom. I think that I read somewhere that he played Raoul first then moved up to the lead role later.
though i think John is great...i'd still rather see the phantom pick christine up. I did not know there was a wandering child trio. Do the phantom and Raul duke it out like in the 2004 movie?
John is one of the best singing Phantoms EVER! Right up there with Stephen Buntrock and Gary Mauer. Hugh Panaro, Ramin Karimloo, Davis Gaines and John Owen Jones are right behind them.
One of the best. Saw him on the Toronto tour. He was so good I had to see it twice. Got to meet him after. Hes incredibly humble to talk to
No surprise he is humble. I knew and worked with his father--a wonderful physician. His dad was quiet, calm, competent and humble as well. His dad was very proud of him and used to enjoy it whenever nurses went to see John on B'way--loved hearing their reactions to his performances. John looks a lot like his dad.
I saw him in Toronto as well. He just became the Phantom.
I hope he returns to play the phantom again. His voice just suits the role perfectly
Saw John perform the phantom in Toronto on tour. He was very good in the role.
My first phantom ever. Was so proud to have seen him!
I went back and did the math, he was mine too! :)
My god 1:13-1:17 😍😍😍. Just discovered this man yesterday and he is incredible. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ Xxx
he's amazing ;P
I've seen it 6 times so far, and I think Hugh Panaro has the best voice, but John Cudia has the best acting, and is more believable, especially in the Final Lair scene when he's weeping on the floor, omg
You know, it's funny you say that. I think a lot of time because of how powerful John Cudia's voice is, his acting isn't quite given the recognition it deserves. He really went all out with his acting. His final lairs were gut wrenching.
He reminds me of John Owen-Jones with his voice. He shows the same tenderness toward Christine.
Best Phantom I have ever heard
I had the pleasure of seeing him live in the role..And it was certainly an experience I won't soon forget. I certainly hope he returns to the role.
Hands down my favorite Phantom. I saw him live and he was INCREDIBLE!
First time I've heard him, he's got an incredible voice
I saw him a few years ago and wow! I've seen a lot shows and a lot of actors, and his stage presence was captivating. I think the entire audience was nearly breathless during MOTN. One of the best actors I've ever seen - and one of the nicest! We met him at the stage door and he could not have been more humble or kind. Love him!
Wow, he can hit such beautiful notes. Beautiful and amazing phantom.
he's absolutely wonderful.
Wow, that has got to be the most powerful 'be' I've ever heard! Even rivals Anthony Warlow's. ;-) And I love that extra touch he put there when Christine fainted, how he looks like he has no idea what to do because he wasn't expecting it. That's really sweet. :-)
I saw him in Broadway with Jennifer Hope Wills and they both were amazing!
Love how he using mix voice here, but with more chest support.
Magnificent talent here. I'm fortunate enough to be working with Mark Oswald, who is also currently John's voice teacher (hopefully, I'll get to meet him one of these days!). I always preferred a classical sound for the Phantom, and Cudia knocks it out of the park in that regard.
My ovaries exploded at 3:17
I love this song the melody
I just met him! He is so good and a very nice person.
His voice makes me melt!
My first and favorite Phantom, such a powerful voice. Saw him with Jennifer Hope Wills last summer
He was one of the guest artists at my orchestra concert last Friday. I still can’t believe I got to perform with him.
My second Raoul and third Phantom, him, Trista Moldovan, and whoever played Firmin and Piangi were some of the kindest people I ever met! Also all are extremely talented!
At "garish light of day," my pants mysteriously disappeared! Hurrrr John Cudia.
I'm glad there was clapping at the end, or I might have stayed in a trance.
My Phantom. I saw him first as Raoul and then as the Phantom. I will not be as rude as others and say he is the best of all Phantoms, but he is my favorite, other than Michael. I remember it like it was yesterday, the echo of his voice during this song. It was marvelous... =)
My first Phantom! ^.^
THE ONLY PHANTOM!
Thank you so much for uploading this.
Wow, just awesome,, sexy, sad, all in one!
That VOICE 😍
@BuzzBuzzerful London is the only place where the Phantoms are still allowed to catch her at the end, pretty much everywhere else they can't because some of the actors have had back problems. Seems like an odd excuse to me, since some of the London Phantoms have had back problems and still catch her.
Ben has a booming majestic voice but it can be too nasal sounding specially with the sustained higher notes. In contrast, the voice of performers like Karimloo, Cudia, and Owen-Jones effortlessly glide as they rise in pitch without sounding nasalized as the result of voice placement techniques to hit the high notes.
He has a sharp voice, not nasal. Compare it to Chris Mann the true American Phantom 😉.
Please do not be disrespectful to the actors, if you don't like the video no one is forcing you to watch it.
4:37 when ever I watch it I always think that he would be saying "What did I do?" lol
@maggiebutler Broadway Phantoms aren't allowed to catch her because they're worried about the actors getting back problems.
sissies. New York is just so silly
@@emilymixay6923 It adds so much to the scene when he does it too. Like he's really protecting her, it's great.
3:17 HOLY CHIT! Thats Howard Mcgillin caliber right there.
Funny you say that as John Cudia was the understudy to Howard on Broadway before going on the touring Phantom seen here. I have no doubt Howard Influenced John (I've seen both and the similarity is uncanny, though John had more of that 'sexiness' to it). But the subtle movements were definitely similar.
Is there a place somewhere online that lists all actors' and actresses' names who've played Phantom, Christine, and Raoul, including when (exclusive dates) and where (NY, London, tour, etc.) they performed in the POTO production?
RIGHT! My Son & I saw The Phantom in March 2010 at Her Majesty's Theater & I think it was John Cudia who played the Phantom during that performance, but there is nowhere I can find on the web that lists every actor who played the Phantom's & their time frame at Her Majesty's Theater. Ugh! Its so frustrating NOT KNOWING! 🤬
www.playbill.com/article/a-look-at-all-the-masked-men-and-christines-in-phantom-on-broadway
This is Broadway but struggling to find London West end
Not that I agree with either comment, but there is a difference between disrespect and criticism. By choosing a career in show business, one is basically signing oneself up for criticism, so if John read this I think he could take it. That being said, John Cudia is the best Phantom ever.
Only the London version has the trio version, in which all three characters sing for the full duration of the scene. The stage show does not involve a sword fight, if that's what you meant.
Oh okay, I went to the 25th anniversary and I seen the trio
Again, please no disrespect towards any of the actors. Thanks.
@eliask93 London's has a flaw too - no John Cudia!
I rank John Cudia up there with Michael Crawford and Peter Hoffman
Where's Ramin Karimloo? 😜
TheMsiaddict I like him, but he's to poppy for me. I like more of an operatic, classical feel
Andros Pahlavan
He's too heavy here.
TheMsiaddict One reason why I love it.......the Phantom's feeling love for the first time, gotta have that heaviness :)
Andros Pahlavan
I mean the vibrato.
Is he the origional phantom
no Michael Crawford originated the role in the West End and on Broadway
Never heard John Cudia's rendition until now. He has a great voice for the Phantom. I think that I read somewhere that he played Raoul first then moved up to the lead role later.
How so?? 0.o
@sirspamsalot2 Hahaha oh dear XD That would make for a rather, erm, interesting show...
he makes her sleep on the floor in vegas too. it made me sad.
@BuzzBuzzerful No it really isn't...and yes I'm sure that was definitely the REAL reason why XD
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though i think John is great...i'd still rather see the phantom pick christine up. I did not know there was a wandering child trio. Do the phantom and Raul duke it out like in the 2004 movie?
Powerful portrayal by Cudia, but he does not have the singing expressiveness of Owen-Jones.
I am sorry but this awful.
Why is this awful?
How?????