Rating:  Summary: Simply fabulous! Review: <p align=center> Wow! I absolutely loved this video! <p align=left> I absolutely loved Sarah Brightman in Requiem! Although her voice is WAAAAAAAAY too mature for the POTO theme song, but I love how she does the opera at the end of the song..She could still hit the high E, which proves that she is the ULTIMATE CHRISTINE! She hits that note with ease...I really like Tina Arena at the beginning too, and loved All I Ask of You... To my dismay, Wishing You Were Somehow Here Again was TAKEN OUT! I love how Sarah does this.. I know everyone says this, but, I'll say it anyway : I wish MC was there! He would've done great! <p align=right> I loved Elaine Paige's MEMORY, and wished they would have had little kittens running around for the Jellicle Ball.. But, I definetly give everyone a high 5!
Rating:  Summary: Good Video Except... Review: ...Antonio Banderas. He was OK for Evita but they should have had Michael Crawford or any other stage Phantoms perform the Phantom numbers. Banderas' rendition of "The Phantom of the Opera" was terrible to say the least. Watch the video, but fast forward through Antonio Banderas and Sarah Brightman singing Phantom. She was even disappointing during that number with her slurred speech and lethargic movements. I recommend either "Michael Crawford In Concert" and/or "Hey Mr. Producer."
Rating:  Summary: A definative collection of Andrew Lloyd Webber's best. Review: A "once in a lifetime" gathering of musical theatre's greatest stars performing show-stopping songs must be seen to be believed. Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber has established his place in history as one of the theatre's best and most successful composers. This video is a fabulous collection of his music that will appeal to audiences of all musical tastes. Highlights include Glenn Close as Norma Desmond from "Sunset Boulivard", Elaine Paige's beautiful rendition of "Memory" from "Cats" and Dame Kiri Te Kanawa performing a new ballad from the upcoming "Phantom of the Opera" sequel. The production is first class, the vocal performances breathtaking and the scale of Lloyd Webber's work is nothing short of incredible. It is rare that so many original stars have been captured performing so many show stopping numbers on one video. A truely historic evening captured for all time. A must see!
Rating:  Summary: ALW's birthday celebration Review: A fantastic video! Antonio Banderas will be an AWESOME phantom! MICHEAL BALL leaves me speechless and the BOYZONE are absolutely wonderful. Donny Osmond gives one of his most darling performances. Whistle Down the Wind is a beautiful song. All the others are fantastic as well! If you love good music this is the video for you.
Rating:  Summary: Almost Perfect Review: A great performance. It is very rare that you see so much talent on stage at any given performance. Michael Crawford's absence however was very conspicuous, especially when Antonio Banderas joined Sarah Brightman in singing The Phantom of the Opera. Antonio may be a great singer, but he definitely is NOT the angel of music. Overall, a great performance
Rating:  Summary: Excellent!!! Review: A must for ALL Lloyd Webber fans!!! Includes songs from almost all of Lloyd Webber's musicals. The best selections are(I think)"Don't Cry For Me Argentina", "Whistle Down The Wind(both of them)", "The Phantom('Phantmot' :) watch Antonio Banderas) of the Opera" and its overture, "Memory", "Close Every Door" and a ton more! Sarah Brightman(she can still hit high A's!) was great, but I thought she was going way too slow for "Phantom". Also some minor rhythm glitches with the Phantom overture. Speaking of which, it was cool with that guy in the Phantom costume really playing the organ. The kids in "Every Dream Will Do" and "Close Every Door" were really cute. Did you see that one kid let go of the balloon? :) "Don't Cry For Me Argentina" is one of the best songs. The thing that is weird though, is that "Oh What A Circus" has the same melody. I loved both of the "Whistle Down The Wind"s, but especially the one where Lloyd Webber provided the accompaniment with the piano. Every song is excellent!!! Must have. Also the conductor is really fun to watch, he gets totally into the songs. :)
Rating:  Summary: Think Cliff Notes for Pop-theater Review: A pretty good review of pretty good pop-theater. Sarah Brightman is wonderful as always, Glenn Close is better than expected. Be sure to watch the credits at the end. Lottie Mayor is the highlight of the show with "Whistle Down the Wind". Outshining Sarah Brightman is a tough assignment, but Ms. Mayor is a show stopper. A good video for people who don't go to the theater, but want to see the hightlights.
Rating:  Summary: Spellbinding Review: A production for everyone. You cannot see it once!Turn up the volumn. Sit back. Transport yourself to the Royal Albert Hall.
Rating:  Summary: Awesome!! Review: A really entertaining and worth getting video!! I think Andrew has been given a special gift from heaven which makes people happy. As a Brazilian mentioned below, I do want this to be released on DVD especially with subtitles(lyrics) very soon.
Rating:  Summary: "Celebration" Gives Webber Fans Reason to Celebrate Review: A star studded cast pays tribute to the greatest composer of our time. His music has not only made him famous, but countless others. They return to pay tribute in a wonderful celebration of his work. A must for Webber fans.
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