The final lyric where she says, “Don’t you come back here”, always gave me such chills. Helen is telling Alison to spread her wings and be happy, and to not live an unfulfilling life like she did.
Cried and chilld when I heard her do this live. She initially deserved to win the Tony for this role. Judy's voice.... GODDESS. Of course growing up with her Pocahontas and Les Miz, FUN HOME was the ultimate Broadway comeback for Ms. Kuhn
Judy Kuhn is a national treasure. It was so rewarding to hear her return to Broadway in such an intense way in this role that was so perfect for her (although this is from the pre-Broadway version). Throughout her life, at all ages, she has achieved such magnificent things as a singing actress. It's heartwarming to see and hear her in new roles and challenges as the years go by.
To start a song without any accompaniment, without any note given, is one of the hardest things to do as a vocalist. And she nails it. Flawlessly. The piano gives the note earlier in the scene, but then there’s more dialogue. She has to hold the start note in her head and be in the scene and deliver dialogue. Just, all the props to Judy Kuhn. One of Broadway’s unsung heroes.
Judy frickin' frackin' Kuhn. What a legend, doesn't even move her hands off the table and she conveys such strong emotion, makes me Feel Things, how about a round of applause for this walking talking bundle of talent right here ^^^
Right?! I’ve seen this number performed a number of times by different actresses. I couldn’t believe her hands never leave the table! The definitive performance. It’s all on her face.
This is so strange...I think I saw your cover of Wait for Me somewhere on insta. Kind of impressed with myself that I recognized you from your profile pic it was really good btw
I am just now getting into Fun Home, and I ADORE this song. Judy Kuhn is my biggest musical theatre idol and I ADORE her in this role. It's so wonderful to see how she has grown from playing the romantic young girl lead (Cosette) into the warm, earthy mother/mother figure.
Sooo happy that I got to see Judy Kuhn perform this on Broadway. Life goal down! Now I just need to see Lea Salonga in Once on This Island and I can die happy.
You have posted many things that have made my heart sing - but this performance is one of the ones that kills me every time. What a nuanced, beautiful performance by a woman that has the voice of an angel. Thank you thank you thank you for posting this - it is my favorite song in the entire score!!!
@@auroraspiderwoman5886 In case I haven't said it before, thank you so much for all of these videos. There are so many I still haven't had time to see--but am amazed that I can.
I wish these full videos can be fully released, I wish the filming didn’t have to be risky enough to the part where it would be a private collection. These are just amazing videos and it preserves Broadway history.
Even though most cannot exactly relate to the situation the Bechdel family experienced, Fun Home is so beautifully crafted & performed to the point where it is still so heart-wrenching!!! Thank you so much for this quality post!
Pocahontas, is that you?! 😜 in all seriousness, I am blown away at how she slayed such an emotionally deep song all while sitting down, never moving her hands!
I like comparing this song with "Every Day A Little Death" from A Little Night Music, and seeing how different composer/lyricists approach a similar theme with their different styles and set in two very different contexts, in terms of plot and character.
The final lyric where she says, “Don’t you come back here”, always gave me such chills. Helen is telling Alison to spread her wings and be happy, and to not live an unfulfilling life like she did.
I simply cannot believe she does all this sitting down, not moving an inch. What a powerhouse.
Should have won her overdue Tony for this role.
She's unbelievable. Phenomenal. Words cannot do justice. The fact that she doesn't have a Tony, nay multiple Tonys, is outrageous.
Judy, Judy, Judy...such exquisite pain...and that line..."Don't you come back here...I didn't raise you to give away your days like me."
Judy Kuhn is such a lovely and underrated performer. Hopefully we'll see her on Broadway again soon!
Cried and chilld when I heard her do this live. She initially deserved to win the Tony for this role. Judy's voice.... GODDESS. Of course growing up with her Pocahontas and Les Miz, FUN HOME was the ultimate Broadway comeback for Ms. Kuhn
Judy Kuhn is a national treasure. It was so rewarding to hear her return to Broadway in such an intense way in this role that was so perfect for her (although this is from the pre-Broadway version). Throughout her life, at all ages, she has achieved such magnificent things as a singing actress. It's heartwarming to see and hear her in new roles and challenges as the years go by.
To start a song without any accompaniment, without any note given, is one of the hardest things to do as a vocalist. And she nails it. Flawlessly.
The piano gives the note earlier in the scene, but then there’s more dialogue. She has to hold the start note in her head and be in the scene and deliver dialogue.
Just, all the props to Judy Kuhn. One of Broadway’s unsung heroes.
Yes. She has perfect pitch.
Judy frickin' frackin' Kuhn. What a legend, doesn't even move her hands off the table and she conveys such strong emotion, makes me Feel Things, how about a round of applause for this walking talking bundle of talent right here ^^^
Right?! I’ve seen this number performed a number of times by different actresses. I couldn’t believe her hands never leave the table! The definitive performance. It’s all on her face.
Oh my god. All I can hear is Pocahontas. ❤️❤️❤️ Gorgeous performance! She and her voice has aged so beautifully!
Jonathan Fleites She’s still sounds as f-in glorious as ever...❤️❤️❤️
This is so strange...I think I saw your cover of Wait for Me somewhere on insta. Kind of impressed with myself that I recognized you from your profile pic
it was really good btw
Yo I was about to comment the same thing!
Cosette for me.
It is now my goal to see this woman perform live.
I am just now getting into Fun Home, and I ADORE this song. Judy Kuhn is my biggest musical theatre idol and I ADORE her in this role. It's so wonderful to see how she has grown from playing the romantic young girl lead (Cosette) into the warm, earthy mother/mother figure.
Sooo happy that I got to see Judy Kuhn perform this on Broadway. Life goal down! Now I just need to see Lea Salonga in Once on This Island and I can die happy.
You have posted many things that have made my heart sing - but this performance is one of the ones that kills me every time. What a nuanced, beautiful performance by a woman that has the voice of an angel. Thank you thank you thank you for posting this - it is my favorite song in the entire score!!!
Very glad to hear you like this.
Agreed. It is a masterpiece.
I was lucky to see her in this on Broadway--it really is different when done in a more traditional staging, like here. Great stuff.
Good to hear from you. Yes, it is nice to see her face throughout this number. Not so easy on Broadway.
@@auroraspiderwoman5886 In case I haven't said it before, thank you so much for all of these videos. There are so many I still haven't had time to see--but am amazed that I can.
@@EricMontreal22 That is very, very nice to hear. I hope you will continue to enjoy whenever you get a chance.
Oh I will Miss Spiderwoman ;) (Seriously, thanks for all that you do.)@@auroraspiderwoman5886
That’s how I feel.
An underrated, phenomenal legend.
This quality makes me cry omg
masterful artistry....THIS is how it's done. Thanks Judy.
I wish these full videos can be fully released, I wish the filming didn’t have to be risky enough to the part where it would be a private collection. These are just amazing videos and it preserves Broadway history.
First became aware of Judy Kuhn when she and Dick LaTessa performed a song from RAGS on the Tony Awards... she is such a find actor and singer.
Even though most cannot exactly relate to the situation the Bechdel family experienced, Fun Home is so beautifully crafted & performed to the point where it is still so heart-wrenching!!! Thank you so much for this quality post!
Beautifully sung......wonderful pathos.....love this show and love Judy Kuhn! Makes me cry every time I hear it....
I saw this 7x on Broadway. OBC.
Pocahontas, is that you?! 😜 in all seriousness, I am blown away at how she slayed such an emotionally deep song all while sitting down, never moving her hands!
Amazing quality!!!
Love Judy since the 90s. ❤️❤️❤️
Thank you for this gift!
Oh.. my.. god.. thank you.
Amazing, amazing, amazing! Such a great song and performer.
I like comparing this song with "Every Day A Little Death" from A Little Night Music, and seeing how different composer/lyricists approach a similar theme with their different styles and set in two very different contexts, in terms of plot and character.
Thank you very much for posting this!
My pleasure!
Ah! Thank you so much for sharing! The Public version is my favorite.
Wow Aurora! This quality forget me want a proshot from fun home!!
Beautiful quality. Thank you for this!
Not mad, just confused. Why did someone give this a thumbs down? Was it a mistake?
JC Barry Deeeefinitely a mistake honey
a master class
Great performance! Saw it in London with Jenna Russell in this role.
Fantastic!
This looks like a movie my goodness.
Thank you. This is the result of transferring Hi-Def camera material to Blu-ray disc.
Can we agknowlege that she was sitting for all that? It's hard to sing that high when you're sitting down!
Awesome....
Upload this full musical.
Oh...my..god
omg can you please!!! post ring of keys and al for short from this production!!!
Abigail W please Aurora be wonderful see this
do you happen to have the whole public theatre recording?? i would do anything to be able to watch it!
Are there any more pro shot songs from this show?
Thanks for uploading this! By some chance, do you have a recorded performance of Edges of the World too?
THE QUALITY HELLO??? 😭
Oh my god. Please tell me you have a full recording of the show?
I’d love to hear Queen Audra McDonald sing this song....
omg do you have the whole show?? i would do absolutely anything to see the public theatre production of it
There used to be the whole show online. It was when they were still performing on Broadway.
Is there a full recording of the off broadway production?
I have it. It’s the one that’s the Public Theater recording.
There’s water in my face
Your channel is absolutely awesome can’t wait to see more from you ! Big like darling !!! Hope you like my music check me out
Judy Kuhn robbed of another tony :(