@@thelifeinpink Harmony opened off-Broadway the same time FG opened previews. It ran for 8 weeks. They are doing a workshop because Manilow (who wrote the score) is determined to bring it to Broadway. The woman playing the role Julie is working on took a job with the tour of Pretty Woman. I wish her luck.
Julie Benko was phenomenal in this role. The acting. The singing. She really made this part her own and was so authentic. I hate that the drama surrounding the show stole some of her spotlight, but she was the shining star in my opinion!
This is not only well acted and pitch-perfect (truly, she’s got EXCELLENT pitch), but it’s *original,* which is super rare to find in a song this well-known. I see a real personality underneath all those money notes, and that makes this Fanny feel like a living, breathing individual, not just a vehicle for a great voice. Very, very impressed.
I was intrigued by her different approach but when she sang "here I am.... I'll march my band..." without taking a breathe in between phrasea... I sat up on my chair lol soo exciting when singers have soo much breath control and dont take breaths on spots you expect them to from the original arrangements! And that last note ofcourse!
I love this. The personality of her Fanny shines through in her choices - joyful, charismatic uncompromising - and the power of her voice just seems like a natural fit to the swell of her conviction. This is NOT an easy song to sing, but her character work is so smart that her vocal talent is overshadowed by your focus on Fanny’s story. (And then you can let how awesome her voice is hit you during intermission.) This is such a masterclass in making a character your own. She decided who Fanny was a long time ago, and I think that her version is so well-performed and her decisions so distinct that it doesn’t invite comparison. She’s just a really good Fanny.
Yes, I completely agree. If you have seen old films of Fanny Brice, Julie really portrays her without making it a caricature. She is just the perfect casting for this role.
Her little smile when she says “Hey, Mr. Arnstein” has me weak in the knees. Her voice is incredible, it makes the song sound new again. I can’t get enough
There is no drama outside of the press dumbbell! Neither actress has publicly said a bad word about the other! Benko is very good but not a "shining jewel" dimwit!
I'm inclined to agree!! From what I can tell she's got the best of Beanie's timing and Lea's voice AND something else on top that is entirely hers and so incredibly captivating to watch. I'll definitely be keeping my eye on Julie Benko from here on!
If she had opened the show, total Tony nom! And it would have been that star making time for her. So happy so many got to see her and see how amazing she is. Was really hoping she would be doing the tour, but I’m excited to see her in “Harmony”.
There's something just electrifying about her, an Artist that will serve the piece honestly. She just comes in and brings the house down. It feels like through everything that happened to this show Julie was this unshakable force that has always been there and comes through.
Julie's breath control is absolutely incredible. I'd love to know if they let her get rid of the weird spoken bits now that Beanie isn't the lead. She's more than capable of singing them as written!
Beyond vocal talent, which obviously both Julie and Lea have loads and loads of, I think there's a lot to be said to what is being conveyed and the energy the actor gives. I love that Julie's Fanny feels more extremely passionate and determined, than concieted and somewhat delusional which is also a place where some portrayals might go.
It's nice to see people having fun onstage, like the two actors behind Fanny moving in for an almost "intimate moment" and a giggle at around 30 seconds in ... if they only knew they were on camera! ;)
And that's how it's done folks. When you see talent like this you realize that it takes more than just a great voice to do the job. Her acting in this piece sets her apart from the others.
I'm a huge lea fan, but you can't lie and say she didn't just made some tasteful creative decisions here. She's talented and charming too! Would definitely come see her as well if I could go.
Having watched both performances in the context of the show, I prefer Julie’s version. Both of them are talented, but I feel like I get more of Fanny in Julie’s version, while in Lea’s version I feel like I get more of Lea. To be fair, though, I have been watching Lea perform this song for over a decade, while I’m coming into Julie’s version with fresh eyes and ears.
she is truly the greatest star. I saw her do this, and just truly felt she was true to Fanny Brice while also making the role of her own and not trying to copy you know who.
We found out Saturday that Lea Michele wouldn’t be performing that night. However, I loved every minute of Julie’s performance and I was thrilled by the show! It was my first time seeing a show on Broadway 🎭
Great pipes, awesome voice, slow tempo that made it less that what I believe she is truly capable of. She seemed a little reserved on the acting front so that her vocals would not be hindered during the performance.
OMG that was impressive. I definitely prefer this performance/voice over Beanie, but I think I like it better than Lea Michelle version as well! I saw this live on Broadway a year ago and i'm going back to see Lea Michelle perform in Funny Girl... but now I kinda wish I could be going to see Julie Benko
My only complaint is the tempo. Benko does a great job but I think the pit does her a disservice by toddling along. Another 5-10 BPM per minute and it would have been magical.
This was the arrangement for Beanie, who couldn’t keep up with the original tempo. This video was taken at the time when Beanie was still full time Fanny
Everyone has an opinion. Remeber, she had the role in the workshops. The only reason she didn't bring it to Broadway was she wasn't a known Broadway performer. Like her voice better than Idina's, but that's my opinion.
Outside of Barbra, this is the best. Julie has the face, attitude, and above all, the voice to nail this in an exciting way. The odds are against her considering how tacky the sets, costumes, direction and musical staging are. Even when Julie goes loud and big she always has control of her breath and sustained notes. She doesn't scream it all out without any consideration to how to make a pleasing sound for the audience. She's far above anyone else doing the part mainly due to TV name recognition (yes, there is a youthful Broadway background, but mainly known to a wide audience due to TV).
Saying Lea's got the part mainly due to TV name recognition is kinda hilarious. Hadn't been on TV for like 3 years other than to do like one interview and be called out for being a bitch.
@@toomuchtv5768 these got the part because she’s got the talent and let’s be real. Julie is good but when she was covering for Benny, she didn’t make what they needed her to make. All she did was take a little bit above what they needed.
Okay ... my OPINION. I just watched Beanie, Lea and now Julie. I prefer Julie's portrayal and I think it could have been SO much better with a better director. I don't know who he or she is and I don't want to know. It's there, I can see it and a good director could have pulled so much more out of Ms. Benko.
The current tempo is already a shade faster than the original cast Broadway tempo. Of course, the composer was present when the original was recorded . Your insults to these professionals is unwarranted, th-cam.com/video/2QNP-eefa4I/w-d-xo.html
Now I may be wrong with this thought process but if this was during the time that Beanie was Fanny I wonder if Julie decided to play up the parts that Beanie did. So to focus more on the acting as well has shifting her pitch to be slightly more nasally. She sounds like Beanie if she could sing in some ways. To be clear I do not mean this a slight against Julie I think she is a great singer I am just curious.
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Her “Hey Mr. Arnstein” gives me chills. That slight New York delivery gives it so much character and power.
she's absolutely killing it even though the staging is atrocious. so excited to see where she goes after this!
She is in rehearsals for a show with Chip Zien and Sierra Boggess based on the music of Barry Manilow!
i knew something seemed off, it was the staging
@@thelifeinpink Harmony opened off-Broadway the same time FG opened previews. It ran for 8 weeks. They are doing a workshop because Manilow (who wrote the score) is determined to bring it to Broadway. The woman playing the role Julie is working on took a job with the tour of Pretty Woman. I wish her luck.
@@Makeji yes i saw Harmony twice at the theater in the Jewish heritage museum and it was very good. Very excited to see Julie do that show
I cannot with the staging!!! What was their budget for this? A sock?
Julie Benko was phenomenal in this role. The acting. The singing. She really made this part her own and was so authentic. I hate that the drama surrounding the show stole some of her spotlight, but she was the shining star in my opinion!
This is not only well acted and pitch-perfect (truly, she’s got EXCELLENT pitch), but it’s *original,* which is super rare to find in a song this well-known. I see a real personality underneath all those money notes, and that makes this Fanny feel like a living, breathing individual, not just a vehicle for a great voice. Very, very impressed.
Yessss! I love that she took the time to research and pay homage to the real Ms. Brice in her preparation for the role.
Ehhhh not impressed. I’d be wildly disappointed seeing anyone but Lea
@@ryanb4940 It's okay to be on the Lea bandwagon but Julie is a star.
@@MisterMagikarp I agree with this comment, very well said.
If this was a brand new show and she was the lead she would have been catapulted to the high test of Broadway. What a star she is.
I was intrigued by her different approach but when she sang "here I am.... I'll march my band..." without taking a breathe in between phrasea... I sat up on my chair lol soo exciting when singers have soo much breath control and dont take breaths on spots you expect them to from the original arrangements! And that last note ofcourse!
I love this. The personality of her Fanny shines through in her choices - joyful, charismatic uncompromising - and the power of her voice just seems like a natural fit to the swell of her conviction. This is NOT an easy song to sing, but her character work is so smart that her vocal talent is overshadowed by your focus on Fanny’s story.
(And then you can let how awesome her voice is hit you during intermission.)
This is such a masterclass in making a character your own. She decided who Fanny was a long time ago, and I think that her version is so well-performed and her decisions so distinct that it doesn’t invite comparison. She’s just a really good Fanny.
Yes, I completely agree. If you have seen old films of Fanny Brice, Julie really portrays her without making it a caricature. She is just the perfect casting for this role.
Her little smile when she says “Hey, Mr. Arnstein” has me weak in the knees. Her voice is incredible, it makes the song sound new again. I can’t get enough
She is copying no one, and it is marvelous! The song serves the character, as it should. Amidst the Beanie/Lea soap opera, Julie is the shining jewel.
There is no drama outside of the press dumbbell! Neither actress has publicly said a bad word about the other! Benko is very good but not a "shining jewel" dimwit!
Are you trying to say that since Lea is singing it CORRECTLY it's imitation? That sound like a moronic claim!
@@m.j.c.6969 there were no references to Lea in their comment. They’re just saying Julie Benko is original. Of course Lea isn’t copying anyone.
I'm inclined to agree!! From what I can tell she's got the best of Beanie's timing and Lea's voice AND something else on top that is entirely hers and so incredibly captivating to watch. I'll definitely be keeping my eye on Julie Benko from here on!
She's not supposed to copy.
Her little smile between "bam" and "hey Mr Arnstein" lives rent free in my head 🤩
If she had opened the show, total Tony nom! And it would have been that star making time for her. So happy so many got to see her and see how amazing she is. Was really hoping she would be doing the tour, but I’m excited to see her in “Harmony”.
There's something just electrifying about her, an Artist that will serve the piece honestly. She just comes in and brings the house down. It feels like through everything that happened to this show Julie was this unshakable force that has always been there and comes through.
She is fabulous. Not just the vocals, but the way she acted this scene. Really well done!
I can't stop watching this.... "Hey Mister Arnstein Here I AMMMMMMMMMM I'll March my band out!!!" All in one breath. Practically superhuman!!!
Julie's breath control is absolutely incredible. I'd love to know if they let her get rid of the weird spoken bits now that Beanie isn't the lead. She's more than capable of singing them as written!
Barbara did the singing parts too right?
I saw Julie in "Funny Girl" in May. She is fabulous!
She was born to be on stage, she truly has a talent. 🎉
Beyond vocal talent, which obviously both Julie and Lea have loads and loads of, I think there's a lot to be said to what is being conveyed and the energy the actor gives. I love that Julie's Fanny feels more extremely passionate and determined, than concieted and somewhat delusional which is also a place where some portrayals might go.
Wow. And I could hear every word. Well deserved reaction by the audience.
She’s such a grounded Fanny. Obsessed with her and this performance.
It's nice to see people having fun onstage, like the two actors behind Fanny moving in for an almost "intimate moment" and a giggle at around 30 seconds in ... if they only knew they were on camera! ;)
Wow! Just wow! Vocal perfection! And as others have said, she clearly makes the song hers! No imitations here!
Her facial and vocal expressions at "Hey Mr Arnstein" are fabulous!
And that's how it's done folks. When you see talent like this you realize that it takes more than just a great voice to do the job. Her acting in this piece sets her apart from the others.
Absolutely effortless! She is the star we were waiting for! I'm so excited to see where she'll go after this!
in love with this performance and her omg also the breath control at the climax is absolutely insane
2:22 when she starts singing parade it light me up
So glad I saw her in this! Her voice is so well controlled!!!! Nothing forced or off pitch! Come through Miss Benko!!!!
i saw her on broadway this past thursday since lea was sick and talented is an understatement. she is an absolute powerhouse
I’m a big Lea fan, but I am very impressed with Julie! She’s got an amazing voice and a certain charm :-)
I'm a huge lea fan, but you can't lie and say she didn't just made some tasteful creative decisions here. She's talented and charming too! Would definitely come see her as well if I could go.
Prefer Lea but Julie is very talented.
Julie is so good! I love both!! Seriously amazing interpretations! Both of them. ❤
Having watched both performances in the context of the show, I prefer Julie’s version. Both of them are talented, but I feel like I get more of Fanny in Julie’s version, while in Lea’s version I feel like I get more of Lea. To be fair, though, I have been watching Lea perform this song for over a decade, while I’m coming into Julie’s version with fresh eyes and ears.
every performance i’ve seen her do is just so effortless. she IS fanny!
Incredible. She's not impersonating Barbra, she is playing Fanny and I appreciate it. Wow great job standing ovation 👌🏻👌🏻
she is truly the greatest star. I saw her do this, and just truly felt she was true to Fanny Brice while also making the role of her own and not trying to copy you know who.
Oh she ate!! She made this hers like go girl go!!!
love her choices! she is amazing! her support is amazing
AMAZING! This girl CAN SING!
I feel the need to point out that she's singing this UP A SEMITONE FROM THE ORIGINAL!
Nice ear. Good point!
Her voice is different from Barbra streisand, so that makes perfect sense that they would adjust it accordingly.
@@ThatsJustMyBabyDaddy I don't think the original comment is questioning if it makes sense but more of a 'fun fact,' IMO.
Okay wait that “I gotta have my bite sir” was just SO GOOD 😩
She’s fricking amazing.
We found out Saturday that Lea Michele wouldn’t be performing that night. However, I loved every minute of Julie’s performance and I was thrilled by the show! It was my first time seeing a show on Broadway 🎭
saw her last thursday and she’s literally insane 😭😭
So glad i found this 💕💗
I hope she headlines her own new musical one day!
She makes it sound so effortless
Great pipes, awesome voice, slow tempo that made it less that what I believe she is truly capable of. She seemed a little reserved on the acting front so that her vocals would not be hindered during the performance.
I'm just in love with Julie's voice! I don't care what anyone says, she will always be my favorite Fanny.
She’s magnificent! Really make it her own!
She’s giving funny and likable energy the same way Emma Stone does.
I got chills!!!!!!!!!
It looks effortless, amazing
I hope she plays the role in the National tour. She's earned the right to be the full lead.
she is the talent we need in life ✨
I need the full West End cabaret PLEASE!
OMG that was impressive. I definitely prefer this performance/voice over Beanie, but I think I like it better than Lea Michelle version as well! I saw this live on Broadway a year ago and i'm going back to see Lea Michelle perform in Funny Girl... but now I kinda wish I could be going to see Julie Benko
She's so good. Thanks for sharing this!
This song is difficult to perform. However, this actress make it look simple. I wish her continued success.
My only complaint is the tempo. Benko does a great job but I think the pit does her a disservice by toddling along. Another 5-10 BPM per minute and it would have been magical.
This was the arrangement for Beanie, who couldn’t keep up with the original tempo. This video was taken at the time when Beanie was still full time Fanny
Her voice is amazing . If they ever do a musical about Edith Piaf, they should totally cast her.
Brilliant. Strong powerful voice which the song needs. Not the shrill emotionless rendition served up by Beanie
Everyone has an opinion. Remeber, she had the role in the workshops. The only reason she didn't bring it to Broadway was she wasn't a known Broadway performer. Like her voice better than Idina's, but that's my opinion.
She is amazing. That’s all I have to say.
Honestly, we didn't need Lea Michelle at all, she's great. In fact she's original.
Outside of Barbra, this is the best. Julie has the face, attitude, and above all, the voice to nail this in an exciting way. The odds are against her considering how tacky the sets, costumes, direction and musical staging are. Even when Julie goes loud and big she always has control of her breath and sustained notes. She doesn't scream it all out without any consideration to how to make a pleasing sound for the audience. She's far above anyone else doing the part mainly due to TV name recognition (yes, there is a youthful Broadway background, but mainly known to a wide audience due to TV).
She’s my favorite too! And she makes it look all so easy! AND she is a great actress. ❤
Saying Lea's got the part mainly due to TV name recognition is kinda hilarious. Hadn't been on TV for like 3 years other than to do like one interview and be called out for being a bitch.
@@toomuchtv5768 these got the part because she’s got the talent and let’s be real. Julie is good but when she was covering for Benny, she didn’t make what they needed her to make. All she did was take a little bit above what they needed.
No, it is not "best"! That is simply not true! This doesn't even come close to Lea Michele's rendition.
She is NOT ANYWHERE as good as Lea Michele! Stop with the make-believe!
Absolutely exciting to to hear!
Julie is actually channeling Fanny.
something seems odd with the orchestrations but shes amazing!
Itty bitty orchestra. Only 14, and two are keyboards.
Really? How you find that out?
@@kaitlynrowena5463 It’s on the production website and in the Playbill.
The song is being sung full alto. The arrangement is off from what we are used to hearing from Streisand! However...this woman did amazing!
Excellent...!!!
Utter brilliance!!
She is sooooo good 😊
EXCELLENCE AT ITS BEST!
Good set of pipes! 😀👍🏼
Julie hits the sweet spot ❤ I was excited for Lea … but Julie taking over before Lea joined the cast 😮 💙
Is there a complete sentence there somewhere?
Wow! 💕
Absolutely delightful.
Shout out the girl in the light green outfit who was laughing while facing upstage then gathered herself! xD LOVE HER.
Timestamp?
@@whereyoubean 0:28
i’m in tears
thank you for posting this!
Obsessed 🤩
This is so so good
Amazing
I need to hear her Music That Makes Me Dance
It’s brilliant. There might be something on TH-cam
The real star of this show.
Dynamite!!! No Barbra impersonation! It's all her! And what a great face!!!
SHE IS SO GOOD!! I can’t wait to see her in other roles!
👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 BRAVO!
I honestly wish Julie Benko took over full time as Fanny Brice, instead of Lea Michele taking over, Julie is wonderful
This is most certainly definitely not pointed, but she is unmatched and should’ve gotten the spot
ABSOLUTELY!!!
Are you fucking kidding? Why would they do that? You obviously don't know what you're babbling about, do you?
She is a phenom!
Okay ... my OPINION. I just watched Beanie, Lea and now Julie. I prefer Julie's portrayal and I think it could have been SO much better with a better director. I don't know who he or she is and I don't want to know. It's there, I can see it and a good director could have pulled so much more out of Ms. Benko.
Nothing but respect for MY Fanny
Absolute chills. If anyone has a slime tutorial of her as Fanny, please let me know!
i might be a little late but i got you th-cam.com/video/E82PLJeRrng/w-d-xo.htmlsi=tF7jKTNDDEjIHtb5
she's great 😍
she's brilliant
it should’ve been her after beanie
She's the real deal!
WOW!
She is FABULOUS! Not much more to say.
Lovely ❤
👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼💙💜💙
She’s a really good singer this tempo is just really slow and boring
The music and the tempo go as she sings i think
The current tempo is already a shade faster than the original cast Broadway tempo. Of course, the composer was present when the original was recorded . Your insults to these professionals is unwarranted, th-cam.com/video/2QNP-eefa4I/w-d-xo.html
It was to match Beanie's tempo, I wonder if they've made it faster now that Lea is there
Possibly - I remember reading how the show is several minutes shorter now because they can go faster with Lea.
Also DROMP was originally at a slower tempo in the stage version than movie.
Now I may be wrong with this thought process but if this was during the time that Beanie was Fanny I wonder if Julie decided to play up the parts that Beanie did. So to focus more on the acting as well has shifting her pitch to be slightly more nasally. She sounds like Beanie if she could sing in some ways. To be clear I do not mean this a slight against Julie I think she is a great singer I am just curious.