Romeo & Juliette The Musical
355021
This CD is absolutely incredible. The music of this French adaptation of Shakespear's love story Romeo & Juliet is so moving and powerful. It really doesn't even matter if you don't speak French. The musical has just arrived in London now and is playing at the Piccadili theatre. It has, of course, been translated into English. I saw it last night and it is just as emotional as the French version. A must buy and a must see!
3733044
This is a great music disc with all the music that i expected from Romeo. This was a gift for my husband and he love it.
I really recommend this product to everyone
1345900
This one of the best stage productions to come along in a long time. It is everything a musical should be. It's funny and romantic, the music is wonderful, the lyrics are beautiful and the book is just fantastic. The music is just glorious.  Sutton Foster has a voice to die for and she is an unbelievable dancing talent. Harriet Harris really came into her own, not like she needed a role such as this to show us her talents. Her performance on Frasier is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to her ability. Sheryl Lee Ralph truly shines and I expect big, if not bigger things, from her in the near future. All in all, this is a phenomenal casting job, Foster is the spitting image of the film star Mary Tyler Moore, topped of with wondeful performances of truly outstanding music. If you can't see it, take my word for it and BUY THIS CD, then go see it... like me. The only thing I find disappointing is the absense of the Entr'acte.  It's no big deal, it doesn't detract from the show at all, but I like to see those on recording.  Broadway at it's best!!! This receives my highest recommendation.
3496453
This is one of the best musicals ever done.  The DVD was excellent quality.
2852801
I saw this show when it was originally performed on Broadway. The music is upbeat and the lyrics are clever. I hope they revive the show someday
1752449
I happened upon this work through a 20-second bite on one of the cable television channels one evening.  It caught my eyes and ears, as I've been really excited by the various musical themes and performances of Quebec's Cirque du Soleil for now close to ten years.  It took me awhile to track it down, as there were no leads to its origin within the body of this news report, but I finally found it here on Amazon.com.
This work based on Victor Hugo's story of the Hunchback of Notre Dame, as we might know it in the United States, has been produced as a truly modern opera with great drama and exacting performance in a serious work of music.  I found the music to be very exciting with its combination of contemporary vocals, orchestral sound, and storyline.
The efforts of Luc Plamondon in writing the lyrics and Richard Cocciante in creating and scoring the music are tremendous.  The empassioned performances by its artistes, Helene Segara, Daniel Lavoie, Bruno Pelletier, Garou, Patrick Fiori, Luck Mervil, and Julie Zenatti are spectacular.  I would love to see this in DVD format as it would add greatly to all of our experiences of the production.
2937045
This is a fantastic musical. It has a rather traditional structure, and is based on an original novel. It has huge popular appeal, and is at turns heartbreaking and bitingly witty, with knowing references and social critique. It is also refreshing to see Elphaba portrayed not so much as out and out wicked, as misunderstood.

It's such a pity we will probably never see a production in this country.
3528645
Fantastic performance, and a wonderful play. It was very well put together and my fianc&eacute; also loved it. Always a good watch.
128928
A very nice complement to a very spectacular and memorable show.  Love the music!  Makes me want to see the show again but I heard that it's about to end soon.
2352203
I am a huge fan of Broadway musicals, and the genre of darker musicals which deal with serious subjects are verry poignant and heartwrenching. "Sweeney Todd" is truly a superb example of a dark musical with excellent music and a good story line.

This musical tells the story of Benjamin Barker, (Sweney Todd,) a barber in London who is wrongfully accused of a crime and put in prison by a lecherous judge who wants Todd's wife for himself. The musical focuses on Sweeney Todd's return to London, and his obsessive quest for revenge, no matter who must pay the ultimate price as a result of this quest. Todd meets Mrs. Lovett, a pie seller, and they collaborate by Mrs. Lovett baking the bodies that Todd kills in to meat pies in order for business to pick up. Other subplots are woven it to the main plot, including a love story between Joanna, Todd's lon-lost daughter, who is kept virtually as a prisoner by the corrupt judge, and Anthony, a sailor. The story is chilling, humorous, and heartwrenching all at the same time.

The actors/actresses are superb on this particular recording. Lin Carriou does a perfect portrayal of the demented barber, and though his voice is not perfect, it nevertheless conveys emotions in an affective manner. Carriou portrays Todd, not as a raving lunatic, but a sympathetic character who deserves to be pitied. Angela Lansbury is outstanding as Mrs. Lovett, certainly nothing like her role of Jessica Fletcher in "Murder She Wrote." Lansbury and Carriou's duet, "Have a Little Priest," is hilarious and chilling.

Other songs are particularly wonderful in enhancing the plot. "Pretty Women," and "Not While I'm Around," are two of my favorites. Stephen Sontene is a superb composer and lyricist. His lyrics have the capability of making me cry, laugh, and feel frightened. "Epiphany," is another stirring number which forces you to look in to the mind of Todd.

Everyone should listen to this musical for a superb story, and outstand music. Happy listening.
248961
I love the music from this Broadway play.  The lyrics speak to my life and the voices are wonderful!
4810233
I am a huge fan of the online musical. I loved the cast and the sense of humor. However, the thing that impressed me the most was the music. I would watch the songs over and over again at Hulu! So, buying the CD was naturally the next step. Though I love the whole video, it's really nice to be able to just listen to the music...over and over again! If you love the music, then you will love to have this CD. Definitely worth it!
842436
Sting got a Tony nomination today for Best Original Score for this play!  At least he got that. It's a magnificent piece of work and I highly recommend it to anyone who likes musicals.  The story comes right out of Sting's life, is semi-autobiographical. Beautiful musical with soulful lyrics, and some really great melodies...  I was lucky to see the play in New York before it closed, but at least there is a recording of it.
3126869
I saw the musical on Broadway  6 times and was thrilledto see they made into a movie.  Now I'll be able to seeit 365 if I want to. It's about life and dealing with what life throws yourway. It's great music with lots of feelings wrapped upinside. It's about love and sharing.  It's fantasticand a must have DVD!!!!
568621
Love it!  I recommend watching it along with listening to it.  The music is fantastic.  You won't regret buy this if you love the play.
4436306
This show quickly became my second favorite musical of all time. (Phantom of the Opera is number one.) I listened to this CD three times and was then able to sing along with all of the songs. This show is all about dating and mating which makes it appropriate for all young and older adults. I highly recommend this CD to everybody!
2248948
Thanks for a fast a speedy service.  I love the play and it is the complete work of Romeo and Juliet.  It tells the whole story and nothing is left out.