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  • @kierak5424
    @kierak5424 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4236

    Nico pulling Alex to the side and telling him "you are enough" had me fully in tears. What a sweet person.

    • @JordanRatcliff
      @JordanRatcliff 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +73

      Just weeping openly at work here

    • @preciousonejewel
      @preciousonejewel 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +82

      i hope it spoke to Alex the way it needed to. He deserves to heal

    • @reneblee4797
      @reneblee4797 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +89

      It’s one thing when ppl say “don’t worry you’re doing good” which sounds like bs to an insecure person’s ears, but “you are enough” actually hits right

    • @gingerican_8312
      @gingerican_8312 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

      Omg - I’m crying at work too!! 🥲🥲🥲 Love that moment so much! ❤

    • @fidellerosa
      @fidellerosa 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      Jason Mendoza IRL

  • @karsoncase
    @karsoncase 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2716

    Brian's attitude towards his singing was so admirable. I love that he never wanted to give up and really wanted to prove himself. He did great!

    • @kyliesparks1435
      @kyliesparks1435 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +42

      I know he was nervous about it, but he genuinely has such a nice tone and timbre to his voice!

    • @nicky740
      @nicky740 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +20

      Once they got to him actually singing on stage I was like, “Wow! He sounds great!” And didn’t realize for a minute that it was even the same person

  • @katie2295
    @katie2295 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2362

    I love Hughie’s attitude. He knows that some people will be going to see Keith but isn’t jealous or resentful. He just wants to perform, make music and do it with his friends, knowing that his friend is partly making it possible

    • @HughieStoneFish315
      @HughieStoneFish315 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +173

      Thanks!

    • @yourforbiddenfruit
      @yourforbiddenfruit 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +187

      Based on this video at least, he really comes across as the backbone of the production. Impressed by his comforting presence and quiet confidence.

    • @gingerican_8312
      @gingerican_8312 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +75

      I found Lewberger thanks to Keith and the Try Guys…but now I fully love each of these guys individually and for their own individual talents! How can anyone NOT love them?!? ❤😊

    • @LoveIsAll88
      @LoveIsAll88 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +22

      @@HughieStoneFish315you’re a beautiful human 😊❤

  • @ariabakura
    @ariabakura 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1136

    As a theatre kid, I love that one of Keith’s goals is to provide opportunities for other talented humans. Opportunity really is everything in this business, and being supported and uplifted by another performer is invaluable. Like look at these wonderful ensemble performers who now are connected to Alex Brightman! Amazing!

    • @30leaves99
      @30leaves99 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +35

      This is exactly what I've been thinking... And the try guys are doing it with other people on their videos in general too. And this show seems like another beautiful bonding memory for the whole cast too!

    • @gr33ngirlsea
      @gr33ngirlsea 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +15

      I'm so excited and happy for the performers they hired-they're all so skilled!!

  • @IsabelleJRogers
    @IsabelleJRogers 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +338

    I honestly can’t believe Alex hadn’t previously performed off-broadway. He is so, so good and I hope he takes Nico’s words to heart because he is MORE than enough

  • @lindabodewes7824
    @lindabodewes7824 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +407

    Keith highlighting how expensive it is to run shows like this has made me a lot more active in going to smaller shows in London. Not just the big west end ones. It has paid off. They’re so creative.

    • @tarathapa7647
      @tarathapa7647 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      What are the small shows you recommend ?

    • @seniormcduffie3846
      @seniormcduffie3846 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      I feel like always doing smaller shows makes you a lot more creative for sure. I'm a theatre kid still in highschool so we have not a lot of budget obviously. But some of the things they come up with to save money are so creative it's genuinely impressive.

  • @AlyssaCohle
    @AlyssaCohle 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +166

    Alex, you’re not just IN a successful off broadway show. You imagined it, you wrote it. He should be seriously proud of himself.

  • @monicakriete
    @monicakriete 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1164

    is anybody else crying? i have never met these people but i love all of them so much. it’s been such a joy to watch Keith become his truest self, a Broadway Dad, this year. I’m so proud of Alex. I’m so impressed by Hughie. Congratulations to Brian for singing Keith into submission. I’m so excited to see the show streaming and hopefully touring!

    • @swankyswede
      @swankyswede 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +19

      So well said! 🥲 many happy overwhelmed tears shed.. soo sooo proud of our boys.. our TEAM ❤

    • @ExpandingHeart
      @ExpandingHeart 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

      I cried so much, even when laughing. It was moving, inspiring, exhilarating, and beautiful.

    • @melindas.8113
      @melindas.8113 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I'm just here weeping to the penis song

    • @ATrace-pn6wx
      @ATrace-pn6wx 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      I am also teary eyed! These boys and their cast deserved every single sold out night!

    • @MilaScarllet
      @MilaScarllet 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      I'm 7 minutes in ans I'm bowling my eyes out, seeing this while on my period was not a good idea

  • @elizacarrie7433
    @elizacarrie7433 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +611

    Brian talking about forgetting the words to “if I only had a brain” then hearing how good he is…just too dang precious for this world. So happy he was able to sing for the show! Listening to him sing triumphantly “IM A PENIS!!” As I type, and I’m so happy to get to hear it

  • @cypriennezed5640
    @cypriennezed5640 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +640

    When Alex says "it broke my heart" and involuntarily smiles... I felt that. Not for nothing: this show is awesome and more than worth the time and hard work. 🎉

  • @Lewberger
    @Lewberger 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +927

    Such an amazing and rewarding endeavor. Thanks for making this, friends!

    • @nikwalters1029
      @nikwalters1029 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

      Your hard work is so apparent and everyone in the cast freaking killed it! Been listening to the album a lot recently and wishing I could've seen it live. Bravo guys.

    • @vanshikathakur
      @vanshikathakur 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ❤❤❤

    • @elizabethdimsdale1771
      @elizabethdimsdale1771 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Congratulations! You all did amazing!

    • @s.mittle
      @s.mittle 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Y'all are great. Hopefully y'all get to come to Charlotte. I would love to come see it

  • @fugithegreat
    @fugithegreat 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +748

    I love Nico's positivity! I think it's so much more motivating to have a supportive and positive coach or teacher that shows that they believe in you, rather than someone yelling at you or cutting you altogether.

  • @kaylamatters
    @kaylamatters 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +167

    As a musical theatre performer and director, Hughie and Keith treating their ensemble as members of the group who they want to allow to shine and helping to enhance their unique talents was so wonderful to see - theatre is always first and foremost a collaborative effort and only comes together through teamwork! I adored this.

  • @My0wnDrum
    @My0wnDrum 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2281

    I am SO personally offended by whoever fired Alex from that show. I've said it before I'll say it again that man is a TREASURE and a DELIGHT but he's also so talented and like Keith said, CLEARLY made for the stage. So glad he was able to have this experience, I hope it was incredibly healing ❤

    • @autumnrosef89
      @autumnrosef89 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      to each their own but personally i find him to be so fucking annoying and he acts like an asshole and says a lot of jerkish things in my opinion but okay, ive thought that for yearsssss and yearsssss but i never wanna leave hate comments but man i wish hed stop appearing on the channel and shit hes so rude to me😭

    • @lavendarblue360
      @lavendarblue360 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +96

      Alex is awesome and I appreciate his honesty and raw feelings so much. Showbiz is so tough, but he never gave up. And the choreographer saying "You are enough." Hit me in the feels.

    • @ExpandingHeart
      @ExpandingHeart 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

      I so agree. He’s clearly so talented.

    • @fauxgothgirlfriend
      @fauxgothgirlfriend 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +50

      I know the show and about choreographer for it. I think it was a HUGE mistake to fire Alex because he would have really been a perfect fit. I hope he'll find his way to more Broadway/Off Broadway productions because he is so talented.

    • @broadwaybaby243
      @broadwaybaby243 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      @@fauxgothgirlfriend I'm so curious what show he was supposed to be in!

  • @heyitzjustme
    @heyitzjustme 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +117

    Brian went fucking hard. Incredible voice. Incredible performance. Very encouraging as someone who loves to sing but isn't naturally musically inclined.

  • @adinace
    @adinace 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +270

    I know some people are lukewarm on Lewberger, but you can't say that they didn't bust their collective asses to bring a whole stage show to life. That doesn't seem easy to do.

  • @maddynye
    @maddynye 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +426

    I saw their show and it was SO amazing!!! I had the worst day before I went - was supposed to go with my friend who got way too blasted and ended up going alone (something I never do). But then I had the time of my life jamming out, getting hit with a tortilla - such a fun show to watch with straight bops!! They were also so kind during the meet & greet. You could tell everyone who was a part of the production was genuinely happy to be there ❤ now I have a signed wizards of friendship poster framed in my room! Appreciate this insight into seeing how the sausage was made

    • @chelled.4622
      @chelled.4622 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      So glad you went!

  • @emmyemu33
    @emmyemu33 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +398

    Brian was maybe my favorite part of the show. I was ready to laugh but the emotion in his song was so so so unexpected. I was like 'am I really crying?!'
    I was not prepared to be so emotional during this show.
    Def get tickets for the stream if you haven't seen it. It's so so so so good

    • @fzzypurpleturtle
      @fzzypurpleturtle 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

      Right? I watched his debut 3 x back to back to back because I was so moved. To see where it started, how hard he worked, and to see the end result 😭 crying about a peen, can you believe it haha

  • @jasminj1406
    @jasminj1406 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +268

    "Success isn't really determined by talent. It's determined by opportunities." Wow, I really needed to hear this today, thank you, Keith.
    The whole crew did an amazing job❤

  • @riley5479
    @riley5479 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +384

    I'm not even halfway into the video, and I'm just shocked that all this happened at the same time. And that you all as individual members of Lewberger were able to have some semblance of organization for this show, for your personal lives and your personal creative endeavors outside of the show. Y'all have to be wizards to pull off magic like this.

  • @zetzle
    @zetzle 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +208

    23:50 hughie wearing his star on his shirt broke me, just a bit. i don't keep my star of david visible like that. not ever. it's a safety thing; you don't walk around with sign around your neck asking people to hate you on sight. mine is always under my shirt. except when i want to make a point. when i want to say, i am here and i am jewish, and there is absolutely nothing you can do to scare me into giving that up. nazis can go fuck themselves. and since this is youtube and i know someone will for sure say something, this is not about current events and just for the record, i am proudly an anti-zionist jew.

    • @alexrcastaneda
      @alexrcastaneda 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      No one cares.

    • @Moose1919
      @Moose1919 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +24

      Fellow anti-Zionist Jew, and oof, I feel this comment so hard.

    • @um7239
      @um7239 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +21

      I’m not Jewish but I agree this is such a important thing to say and to fight against it’s so stupid that there’s people who hate on others just because of their religion

    • @amyhermann7527
      @amyhermann7527 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

      It's a shame Hughie isn't an anti-zionist jew

    • @chelseak.9470
      @chelseak.9470 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Glad it resonated and I hope peace and safety for you in all spaces you choose to be 💖 it’s a real disappointment hughie is currently spreading Zionist propaganda :/

  • @gracereinoehl4067
    @gracereinoehl4067 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +79

    I genuinely adore Keith, but I want to talk about literally everyone else haha!
    Hughie’s determination is inspiring. His extensive lineup of work and projects is wild. His enthusiasm for music is showcased perfectly in this show and was really interesting to observe in this video. A true and well-deserved blessing of a display of talent.
    Alex’s story about his experience is heartbreaking. What an incredible mental feat he overcame to jump to success with his grit, passion, and charming personality combined. He deserves everything this world has.
    Brain’s performance was astounding. Just from the little clip shown in the video, I immediately fell in love with the character of Flim Flam. The shear amount of authenticity in his performance was entrancing to see and added so much love into his portrayal.
    The ensemble just absolutely crushed it. It’s clear how much they truly care about the success of the show, and how much they’re fulfilled by getting to be a part of it. I wish all of them long, successful, and bright careers to come.
    Thank you for such a joyful and uplifting video to bring a smile to so many people’s faces who will watch it. I look forward to more content from Lewberger’s passionate and creative minds.

  • @JV-ww1hw
    @JV-ww1hw 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +358

    This is a lewberger documentary! And the whole things feels so fresh and it feels almost like those 90s to early 2000s sitcom shows with the format of the editing and shots. I love all of iiit!

  • @Ssammiiess
    @Ssammiiess 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +149

    The tears I shed for every one one of the guys in this is insane. Keith’s journey all leading up to becoming a father, Alex’s redemption, Hewies bravery and pride to push through the worst of people, and Brian… omg. I sobbed. The fear of possibly letting your very best friend down when it comes to something everything their life has built up to… speechless.

  • @sofiaposadas1
    @sofiaposadas1 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +139

    I met Brian when Lewberger came to UVA to do their super-sold-out show. I saw him running the merch table and I said (basically yelled) "Brian??!!" He was so kind to me and my friend, helped us get merch, gave us his business card(!), and just seemed like a genuinely very sweet guy. We loved his set too! I am so happy to see that he was able to sing his big number :') I could cry

  • @rebmichelle
    @rebmichelle 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +99

    Everyone’s singing was on point but the solos from Nya Noemi as the Wizard and Brian Wohl as Flim Flam??? Top tier

  • @DancingInDreamWorld
    @DancingInDreamWorld 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +135

    The "You are enough" from Nico to Alex made me cry so hard

  • @leannesmith6106
    @leannesmith6106 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +15

    Hearing that they sold out all 26 shows made me quite teary. The effort and passion these guys have put into this is so evident and it’s so pleasing to see that hard work pay off 🎉

  • @Sarah04527
    @Sarah04527 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +431

    It’s just really cool to see how much love, care, and passion was put into this. And how everyone involved lead with such empathy! Lewberger and second try to me really represents whatever the opposite of toxic masculinity is

  • @allisondejaekle9610
    @allisondejaekle9610 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +115

    Brian did a wonderful job. Sincerely. Especially since he didn’t have the experience. Cried for the success of these guys. You can tell how much love went into this show.

  • @starwinter6845
    @starwinter6845 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +45

    As a musical theater performer, this brought me to tears multiple times. So happy to see every member of the cast living their dreams and can't wait to see the show for myself via livestream. The opening performance was right in saying "they aren't charging you enough!"

  • @JustACitrus
    @JustACitrus 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +94

    I am so touched by Brian's journey and he did an INCREDIBLE job singing.

  • @sarana_
    @sarana_ 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +88

    I was lucky enough to be invited to the dress rehearsal and it honestly was one of the greatest show experiences of my life !!! What an honour it is to be able to witness such an incredible collective effort for the arts. Much love to the Lewberger boys and to everyone who allowed The Wizard of Friendship to come to life. Thank you thank you thank you for sharing your creativity, talent, and art with the world. 👏🥂

  • @TheShauNanigans
    @TheShauNanigans 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +35

    I want a documentary about the cast. They all seem like some amazing and talented people that have interesting stories to tell about the industry, living and moving to NYC, their background in theatre, etc. I hope they all go forward and do amazing things.

  • @sydxthekid5535
    @sydxthekid5535 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +235

    Honestly is to cool that Keith and the gang were able to do this. It's a HUGE achievement!

  • @owenjames877
    @owenjames877 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +137

    What a privilege to see Keith, Alex and Hughie doing what they love!

  • @paisley2387
    @paisley2387 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    It feels so embarrassing to admit but I burst into actual tears when the opening number started. For every single person on that stage, this show was a fulfillment of - if not part, all - their dreams in life. And even though I’ve never met any of these people personally, I feel so stupidly proud of the work that was put into making this happen. Their satisfaction and happiness is palpable and is tangible proof that you too can make your dreams come true. Amazing.

  • @3dnygma
    @3dnygma 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +35

    v proud of my dear friend Nat for being in this production as Stage Manager. all professions in theatre deserve SO much respect. you guys rock ❤

  • @christinecummings1751
    @christinecummings1751 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +21

    The dedication of Brian Whol is so inspirational. He is such a genuine person.

  • @samsbiography4224
    @samsbiography4224 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +74

    when Aria mentioned not really being in the demographics of casting it cut through straight to my heart after nearly giving up theatre for the same reason ❤ i’m so proud of y’all for putting this together

  • @shantelleschimpf1386
    @shantelleschimpf1386 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +51

    I love how diverse not only the cast is but everyone behind the scenes too ❤

  • @LizzyDel
    @LizzyDel 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +45

    This made me tear up. There is nothing like the community of a cast coming together. Congratulations on the realization of all of these dreams. Incredible

  • @sommerc2829
    @sommerc2829 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +44

    I’m not crying you’re crying. As someone who has had some not so great bosses in a creative field it is amazing knowing there are leaders like you all who just want the best for whoever works for you. This brings back some faith in the world.

  • @luciabritos3673
    @luciabritos3673 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +75

    Not me sobbing through the entire thing
    It's so beautiful to see talented passionate people realize their dreams ❤

  • @moongod5013
    @moongod5013 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +30

    It’s really cool to see how Keith has developed as a person since his early days. It’s super admirable to see how much work they’ve put into something that clearly means so much to them.

  • @XPrettyYoungThingsX
    @XPrettyYoungThingsX 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +88

    As a theatre kid who never got to go the distance, amd was also told they weren't good enough this makes my heart so full and happy for them. ❤

    •  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I’m so sorry people made you feel this way. You are enough. Period.

  • @thatgirl9532
    @thatgirl9532 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +263

    Becky, Hughie, Alex and especially Keith are all legends!! We love you guys ❤

  • @firefliesnmasonjars7038
    @firefliesnmasonjars7038 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +167

    Keith, you are one of my top 10 favourite humans… so relatable and down to earth and genuine. I appreciate your existence, Mr.Habersberger

  • @katesings1997
    @katesings1997 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +304

    Hot take, also: Brian did just as well if not better than Russell Crowe in Les Mis

    • @HughieStoneFish315
      @HughieStoneFish315 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +26

      Agreed!!!

    • @ExpandingHeart
      @ExpandingHeart 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +21

      Better than Russell I’d say.

    • @TheGong00zler
      @TheGong00zler 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

      BRIAN KILLED IT OMG

    • @egyptiansushi
      @egyptiansushi 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      haha better than famously one of the worst singing performances ever... not quite a compliment 😅

    • @kelseysimpson7098
      @kelseysimpson7098 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      ... and about 15 times better than Pierce Brosnan in Mamma Mia.

  • @AmiiA
    @AmiiA 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +19

    I travelled from the UK to see both the concert and the show ( went during that time to see lewberger but did other things while in nyc of course). I actually saw the concert on my birthday and did meet and greets both days. Never felt more confident in a choice. The guys are all SO nice and I couldn’t have had a better birthday honestly ❤️ they did incredibly

  • @breathofthepizza
    @breathofthepizza 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +81

    wow I'm so proud of all of Lewberger and all the actors! They did so well at making the show come together

  • @kodha63
    @kodha63 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +45

    Brian’s singing was SHOCKING-absolutely spectacular goodness

  • @Namite0001
    @Namite0001 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +58

    Alex's speech at the end is making me tear up 🥹 I'm so glad they got to have this experience, everyone involved truly is so talented. Congrats to Lewberger and cast for such a feat!!

  • @GabyWith1B
    @GabyWith1B 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

    One of my fondest memories of my twenties will always be seeing The Wizard of Friendship with my friends in New York. I felt more pure joy during the show than I had in a very long time. Thank you for this amazing production!

  • @shobe8093
    @shobe8093 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +68

    Hughie I love your music! Of course, i first heard your work through try guys collaborations. But I was so so excited to see your name in the credits for Puppet History! Those songs are always such bangers.

    • @HughieStoneFish315
      @HughieStoneFish315 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +15

      Hey thank you

    • @gracebonifabulous
      @gracebonifabulous 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      omg, they never disappoint. one of the best parts

  • @corinnegalligan9338
    @corinnegalligan9338 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +62

    Thank you so much for sharing so many poignant, vulnerable, empowering, and meaningful moments and insights from the process behind the production! 💜 What an emotional journey!
    Also, Nico’s affirmations in that healing conversation with Alex made me cry. Way to surround yourselves with supportive collaborators! 🥰

  • @KarloStars
    @KarloStars 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +27

    The cast looks like so much fun with such sweet and amazing personalities, I hope we get to see more of them in the future.

  • @fzzypurpleturtle
    @fzzypurpleturtle 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +22

    Alex 💔 the current group at my job has been so supportive of me lately and it’s been opening up some old emotional wounds from a time I didn’t previously feel that support. And to see you feel similarly…acknowledge what you were feeling but then be told you’re enough… 😭 it made me so emotional for you, and for me 💕 happy for and proud of you that you continued to take risks- do it scared!! 🙌🏽

  • @stacyklesen1232
    @stacyklesen1232 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    One of my favorite takeaways from this is that by Lewberger making their dream come true, they helped make a lot of other people's dreams come true as well.
    Congrats on such a successful show!

  • @phantasticgoose
    @phantasticgoose 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    God. As a theatre kid this is such an emotional thing for me on so many levels. It’s just 41 minutes of pure joy and I love it but also I’m gonna cry for the next few hours thanks

  • @sadiesanerd
    @sadiesanerd 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +29

    Oh Alex!!! You’re an absolute fucking superstar. I’ve known it for ages and when I had the immense pleasure and privilege of seeing the show, it was confirmed. I hope you feel so validated by this experience, you deserve it!!

  • @sheenamarkham7028
    @sheenamarkham7028 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +34

    I am so proud of you all! You aren't just living your dreams, you're MAKING your dreams come true. No one is handing it to you. You've earned it. It gives me hope. Thank you for all you do!

  • @dinoduckling2662
    @dinoduckling2662 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    For someone who can't sing Brian was SO GOOD at song 33:31 they sound AMAZING I'm so glad they choose to challenge themselves because 🤩

  • @annabooher6897
    @annabooher6897 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    It means so much to me that Alex shared how the firing affected him. People can be so harsh in this industry, and I’m currently trying to get past something too. I feel like you guys will have my back in my class today.

  • @leafyveins4985
    @leafyveins4985 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +27

    Love this closer look @ Lewberger and the honest dynamic between the three. Happy to see videos like this; I really enjoy what Second Try has and is evolving into. Still trying, now with a wider variety of guests! I miss Eugene in Try Guys videos, but also love seeing him spread his wings. Big love to all y'all

  • @KellyKeeney27
    @KellyKeeney27 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +20

    How is it that you all make silly wonderful art that is sooooo moving. I'll tell you how... You are kind comma emotionally available human beings who choose to behave in away that builds up as many people as you encounter as you possibly can... So very happy for you. SOOO PROUD Of you all! And so very sad that I was unable to come to the Broadway show.... Really glad I got to see the behind the scenes.

  • @yesterdaydream
    @yesterdaydream 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +48

    We love a good behind-the-scenes doc!

  • @lilypad2245
    @lilypad2245 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

    This documentary was so well put together, good on whoever edited and was there to film all of these BTS

    • @chelled.4622
      @chelled.4622 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Keith edited the footage - Excellent story telling, behind the scenes!

  • @melanyxace
    @melanyxace 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    After hearing Alex's story, seeing Hughie being so gracious and open with Brian's singing was so sweet. Thank you for sharing your journey with us! Looks like a killer show and chock full of gracious hearts and talent.

  • @aHappyTrashCan
    @aHappyTrashCan 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

    OMG YOU AND BECKY BEING PARENTS IS SO WHOLESOME! What amazing news, congrats you two!!!

  • @angeb1177
    @angeb1177 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    This documentary and the actual cuts from their show did in fact convince me to buy a ticket for the stream that I didn’t know about until now. Literally such beautiful vocals and fun bits with character growth in the actors/ensemble/production crew and their characters/roles

  • @dani-wg1rf
    @dani-wg1rf 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    this is how i found out becky and keith are having a baby, congratulations!!!!

    • @agarvin1687
      @agarvin1687 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      They actually had the baby - Becky and Keith broke the news on Instagram a few weeks ago and a couple of the recent YCSWU podcast episodes have Becky and Keith talking about the experience!

  • @michellechu6836
    @michellechu6836 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +21

    Hughie with the hard carry of the music direction. Love it. Reminds me of my favorite music teachers

    • @HughieStoneFish315
      @HughieStoneFish315 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      Thanks!

    • @smome7773
      @smome7773 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      ​@@HughieStoneFish315You did soooooo amazing

  • @whatever9097
    @whatever9097 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

    I saw the small packets in Keith’s luggage and kinda assumed they were condoms- like the joke of “oh look what fell out of my bag, I have so much sex and now you know” But the realization they were all tea was so fucking funny to me

  • @MJheartly
    @MJheartly 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Nico's moment with Alex, telling him he's enough to be there, was such a touching moment and nearly had me in tears. Nico - you are an angel!

  • @clarisseguevarra4010
    @clarisseguevarra4010 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    When my friend and I met you guys at the meet & greet we said, "Gueeeess where we came from??? BURBANK!" And you all joked like why the hell would you come all this way when we're almost literally neigbors. Well, this is why guys. Cuz you worked your asses off to make something off the fuckin charts, and the minute we found out it was happening there was absolutely no question about going or not. WORTH IT.

  • @arianadilorenzo9434
    @arianadilorenzo9434 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

    I was so bummed that I had to miss seeing it live! (Life got in the way.) I'm so glad I got to experience even a part of it through this documentary. I was introduced to Lewberger because of Keith but have become a fan of each member of the trio! Congrats on the off-Broadway debut! We know that this is just the beginning.

  • @elizabethsommerer2164
    @elizabethsommerer2164 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    Thankful that there are folks out there like Alex, Hughie, and Keith, that want to work with their friends on projects like this and help each other thrive and improve their skills in a nurturing creative environment. The song might say it's a stupid idea, but its actually a wonderful one.❤❤❤

  • @libbymorehouse4466
    @libbymorehouse4466 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I didn't expect to get so emotional watching this. I wish I could have made it to New York to see the show, but as a former theatre professional, who left during the pandemic, this brought so many emotions up. Thank you for sharing

  • @hashbrownsdragonspoetry
    @hashbrownsdragonspoetry 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    To Emily, the person who was emotional talking about not being in a show since before the world shut down is so relatable, the first time I SAW a show after it all I cried during the overture and this has happened every time I’ve seen one since. When I got to be back on stage though, back to performing and doing the thing that raised me, it was so much more emotional and bittersweet and comforting and felt so so right. Thank you for being open about that because I think it really applies to so many of us creatives.

    •  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You are so so seen and heard💖💖

  • @justbrendap590
    @justbrendap590 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    It just goes to show that when you do what you love and help other people do what they love, magic can happen. The way they’re all lifting each other up and supporting everything and pushing them to be their best but also they are absolutely enough already? Amazing.

  • @Josiennnx
    @Josiennnx 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    'Feeling emotionally rich' is such an inspiring phrase and i'm here for it

  • @trishblakely3476
    @trishblakely3476 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

    I’m not crying, you’re crying. 😂😭 So proud of everyone for persevering and putting on an amazing show!

  • @larashanegaspar5576
    @larashanegaspar5576 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    I shed so many tears throughout this video. They are precious. They are awesome. They are enough and beyond. I love the Try Guys, and I love Lewberger

  • @paintingintherain9263
    @paintingintherain9263 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +24

    I’m not crying…..YOU’RE CRYING.
    The talent in all of you is amazing and chilling. ❤

  • @amelianagle1030
    @amelianagle1030 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    Well I’m crying because I’m so happy for you and the genuine reactions of the ensemble to the questions. This show had so much heart in every aspect. Congrats Lewberger!

  • @travelgramer_c
    @travelgramer_c 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    How that video doesn’t have more likes or views?! As someone who is enjoying theater & broadway, this video has been wholesome to see! I don’t have any background in music or dance, and yet I always dance imagining what it would feel like to be on stage, to have a nice voice, to perform (Broadway is not even a thing in my country; I am just the weird kid on the block). I know that it will never happen for me (also, life, and other directions), but this video was so inspiring! Very happy for everyone that participated and made their dreams come true even for a little bit! There is no greatest achievement in life! You rock and you are totally awesome 🤩

  • @nyalastaggger2793
    @nyalastaggger2793 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    As someone that gave up their theater dreams in 7th grade and has been secretly pining for it ever since, this was a tremendous watch. Thanks for the incredible inspiration, and congratulations on a job well done!

  • @ShebRaee
    @ShebRaee 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    I love watching people be so passionate about what they love. To see people light up as they explain how much something means to them and why it's so important is just such a beautiful thing and so incredible!

  • @fugithegreat
    @fugithegreat 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    Brian actually has a really nice voice and killed it in this performance! I think with a little more training, he could be honestly considered a true vocalist in Keith's sense of the word.

  • @Cryptomyboy
    @Cryptomyboy 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    This was great editing and a great episode! It had a true doc feel. By the end I felt like I knew everyone featured in the video and had a much deeper appreciation for each and every role. Excited for October 26th!

  • @Raevynwing
    @Raevynwing 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Alex did such an amazing job. He's so damn talented. They all are. I wish I'd been able to see that performance. Brian also did so well.

  • @laurabroers8164
    @laurabroers8164 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    can we talk about how good Alex doing his dances in the actual show, like, he had to come some way but the way he ABSOLUTELY ATE is amazing!

  • @VirgoLunaKnight
    @VirgoLunaKnight 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +22

    Hughie Alex and Keith ... congratulations...its a true lewberger show ❤❤❤❤
    Alex being nervous broke my heart ....i wish i could get you a 🍪 cookie

  • @amymae5744
    @amymae5744 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +15

    THE HEY BABY POST MAKES SO MUCH MORE SENSE CONGRATULATIONS YOU TWO!! i hope the cats are the best siblings

  • @angie0718
    @angie0718 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    This documentary had me fully in tear by the end. Seeing people's dreams and ideas come to fruition is always amazing, especially when it is people you admire. I hope to be able to see The Wizard of Friendship in person some day

  • @kat917
    @kat917 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I am a lifelong theater fan but I've never been on the other side of that curtain so I love that this video gave us a glimpse of just how much hard work goes into something like this. I've listened to the podcasts about it and everything but they really can't express just how much this all must have been. It is so clear how much love and work and passion every single person put in to making this show happen. I really, really hope everyone feels good about this show and is proud of themselves for what they pulled off. And even though I'm sure it was even more magical live, I'm excited to get the chance to watch it via streaming! HEAPS of praise to everyone involved in this!!!

  • @AvoryFaucette
    @AvoryFaucette 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Oof. This really hit me as someone who loves musical theatre and always wanted to be in a musical but was sort of "medium talented." Got kicked out of my college dance minor because I wasn't flexible enough, and I have a decent singing voice but it's never been "solo quality," which took a long time to admit and accept. Seeing these folks stories was weirdly cathartic for me. ❤

  • @I_am_Lauren
    @I_am_Lauren 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

    I wish I could have seen this live. I can feel all the love and effort Lewberger and all the cast and crew poured into this show. It is so incredibly fulfilling to create and have other people enjoy what you create. This is a life experience you guys will take with you forever!

  • @laurenpaige8493
    @laurenpaige8493 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    I spontaneously bought a Lewberger ticket for myself bc I didn't have anyone to go with... it was the best decision I have ever made. Phenonmeal cast, story, songs - I had a blast! So happy I got to experience it all.