This interview hits different after Sondheim passed. Words can’t even describe the unfathomable hole he leaves behind in the theatre community and the world. He was so gracious to share that talent with us all. May his memory be a blessing.
Wow I didn’t know the voice on the call was actually Stephen Sondheim!! That’s freaking amazing that he offered to take part in the project. Edit: I just learned that Stephen Sondheim passed away suddenly. I’m devastated, but I’m at least grateful that we got this one last moment from him.
Apparently, it's a thing with him and Tick Tick Boom: “Although Whitford portrays Sondheim onscreen, Sondheim voices himself when he leaves a message on Jonathan's voicemail, as he does in the original musical.”
I'm so familiar with Whitford's voice that I immediately knew it wasn't him. I wondered (*hoped*) it was actually Sondheim and this confirmed it. Brilliant. Rest in power, sir.
Ummm, Latin American who speaks Spanish speaks fast. But Puerto Rican speaks a little bit faster than others Latinos and we don't have ADHD. It is part of our culture to speak very fast.
@@wbl227 While true, I'm pretty sure that Lin has ADHD. I actually think he's speaking slower here than normal, I was wondering if he started medication.
oh that's heartbreaking that Larson never got to see his opening night, or how successful he was - (oh & LOVE the Stephen Sondheim bit - at least he knows how much he has contributed and is adored)
From "Hamilton", to "Moana", to "Vivo", to "Encanto"... to this. Lin is definitely one heck of a multitalented artist. And my respects to the late Stephen Sondheim here, too.
“That’s how you do Allegro” the fact that Lin Manuel’s final words on it were so specific, without even trying to have the audience understand it is so subtle and beautiful and such a tribute from one genius to his hero.
not really a fan of musicals or musical dramas, but tick, tick... BOOM! is fucking WOWNESS. Lin-Manuel Miranda is a genius while Andrew Garfield is a magical beast. I bow to you, Lin-Manuel Miranda 🙌
It is SO crazy good and every cameo just bursts your previous threshold of euphoria. How interesting that this is his directorial debut rather than his own musical, ITH.
... That was actually the real Sondheim on the answering machine!? Amazing! But it also speaks highly of Bradley Whitford's performance that there was so little difference between what he did and the real deal!
Jon? Steve Sondheim here. Rosa gave me this number, I hope it's ok to call you. I didn't get a chance to speak with you after the reading, but I just wanted to say it was really good. Congratulations. I'd love to get together and talk to you about it, if you have any interest. No pressure. The main thing though, is that it's first-rate work and has a future. And so do you. I'll call you later with some thoughts, if that's okay. Meanwhile, be proud
I absolutely loved watching the movie "Tick, Tick....Boom". It was amazing and fresh and who better to direct a movie about a Broadway legend than Lin Manuel Miranda. Both playwrights, Johnathan Larson and Lin Manuel Miranda (respectively) have revolutionized musical theater. Johnathan Larson was the first person to show the human side of those infected and affected by the AIDS crisis and portrays them not as sad and regretful and giving up on life, but rather hopeful and lively and vibrant. Lin Manuel Miranda has captured both the sorrow at learning a close friend has been diagnosed with AIDS, the devastation for both the person diagnosed and the friend learning this news, and then how to show up for a friend in need of support. Lin Manuel Miranda continues his career of shedding light on the lives of the disenfranchised and overlooked and bringing them to life in a joyful way that can be celebrated.
i hope lin releases the full version of the Superbia Sextet - that was one of the best songs! i also hope the cast performs the Superbia Sextet at the Oscars - i need that song on loop “Everyone who ever has or ever will be anyone will be there..."
Lin-Manuel is still doing the GREATJOB horn in interviews! I hadn't noticed him doing it in a while. Maybe he suspects Seth's audience crosses over with MBMBaM's.
I think anyone in HS at the time was! Rent became ppl's personalities lol from what I remember of the buzz it got. But I also know that means Lin has been sitting with that show and TTB and Jonathan Larson since forever, these are foundational shows and artists and experiences to him, which is one of the main reason the film is so successful I think, why it's resonating with so many audiences. And he's partnership (mentor/mentee) with Sondheim has been well-documented, something else that parallels Jonathan Larson too. It's crazy to me that we lost Sondheim mere weeks after this debuted and all the attention it's gotten him, that timing seems too surreal, a little cruel. But even more special for Lin probably that he was able to celebrate his other big hero in time.
He’s a great creative talent obviously but I don’t think he’s the most charismatic actor. Mary Poppins returns was kinda foiled for lack of charisma from the main characters.
I think that's why he's taking the reigns behind the camera or writing, he was starring in his projects before because no one would cast him as a lead because of that same reason, but since now he has name recognition he's free to just be in the production and writing aspects of a show or movie.
@@ammaleslie509 not claiming anything more that what I've stated which is that as an actor he very much did LACK CHARISMA in Mary Poppins. He's an amazing SONG WRITER and STORY TELLER which is how he garnered his millions of fans after writing HAMILTON.
This interview hits different after Sondheim passed. Words can’t even describe the unfathomable hole he leaves behind in the theatre community and the world. He was so gracious to share that talent with us all. May his memory be a blessing.
100%
Wow I didn’t know the voice on the call was actually Stephen Sondheim!! That’s freaking amazing that he offered to take part in the project.
Edit: I just learned that Stephen Sondheim passed away suddenly. I’m devastated, but I’m at least grateful that we got this one last moment from him.
Apparently, it's a thing with him and Tick Tick Boom: “Although Whitford portrays Sondheim onscreen, Sondheim voices himself when he leaves a message on Jonathan's voicemail, as he does in the original musical.”
I'm so familiar with Whitford's voice that I immediately knew it wasn't him. I wondered (*hoped*) it was actually Sondheim and this confirmed it. Brilliant. Rest in power, sir.
Lin always seems so genuine in his interviews
Lin is such a typical ADHD speed talker that others are probably like “WOW he talks to fast” but I’m following along like “my people”
Ummm, Latin American who speaks Spanish speaks fast. But Puerto Rican speaks a little bit faster than others Latinos and we don't have ADHD. It is part of our culture to speak very fast.
@@wbl227 While true, I'm pretty sure that Lin has ADHD. I actually think he's speaking slower here than normal, I was wondering if he started medication.
I don't think he is talking particularly fast :s
The last few minutes now hit different after losing Stephen Sondheim… what a legend
Seth should have pitched his musical “Cicada, Cicada” to Lin-Manuel Miranda.
Oh you know he did backstage
Ok but real talk, it would be so good if it was made at some point, even if it was just a one off thing.
literally clicked the video to see if he did and was disappointed.
oh that's heartbreaking that Larson never got to see his opening night, or how successful he was - (oh & LOVE the Stephen Sondheim bit - at least he knows how much he has contributed and is adored)
From "Hamilton", to "Moana", to "Vivo", to "Encanto"... to this. Lin is definitely one heck of a multitalented artist.
And my respects to the late Stephen Sondheim here, too.
Lets not forget "In the Heights" and "21 Chump Street"!
@@jessjones1855 Yeah.
@@ludonymous526 LMM did win a Tony for In the Heights, so it's kind of a big deal
I read that as "mutilated artist" 💀
@@sleepysteev2735 What do you mean?
Hearing that tidbit about sondheim's voice mail cameo is even more special now that he's passed. Thank you Mr sondheim sharing your gift.
Sondheim offering to record his own voice-mail for the sake of the accuracy of the ART is such a great lil bit. Sondheim forevah.
“That’s how you do Allegro” the fact that Lin Manuel’s final words on it were so specific, without even trying to have the audience understand it is so subtle and beautiful and such a tribute from one genius to his hero.
Great reference to both Richard Kind and Co-op. I busted up at that.
not really a fan of musicals or musical dramas, but tick, tick... BOOM! is fucking WOWNESS. Lin-Manuel Miranda is a genius while Andrew Garfield is a magical beast. I bow to you, Lin-Manuel Miranda 🙌
It is SO crazy good and every cameo just bursts your previous threshold of euphoria.
How interesting that this is his directorial debut rather than his own musical, ITH.
Rest In Peace Sondheim. Thank you for everything ❤️
was anyone else INSANELY excited to see phillipa soo and renee elise goldsberry?? i audibly gasped when i saw them
Omg Lin talking about the Sondheim re-write in the movie is SO much sadder since Sondheim died today 😭
... That was actually the real Sondheim on the answering machine!? Amazing! But it also speaks highly of Bradley Whitford's performance that there was so little difference between what he did and the real deal!
Lin Manuel’s energy gives me some idea of how much energy one must need to be in the Broadway world… endless!!
Jon? Steve Sondheim here. Rosa gave me this number, I hope it's ok to call you. I didn't get a chance to speak with you after the reading, but I just wanted to say it was really good. Congratulations. I'd love to get together and talk to you about it, if you have any interest. No pressure. The main thing though, is that it's first-rate work and has a future. And so do you. I'll call you later with some thoughts, if that's okay. Meanwhile, be proud
Rest in peace, Stephen. ❤️
I absolutely loved watching the movie "Tick, Tick....Boom". It was amazing and fresh and who better to direct a movie about a Broadway legend than Lin Manuel Miranda. Both playwrights, Johnathan Larson and Lin Manuel Miranda (respectively) have revolutionized musical theater. Johnathan Larson was the first person to show the human side of those infected and affected by the AIDS crisis and portrays them not as sad and regretful and giving up on life, but rather hopeful and lively and vibrant. Lin Manuel Miranda has captured both the sorrow at learning a close friend has been diagnosed with AIDS, the devastation for both the person diagnosed and the friend learning this news, and then how to show up for a friend in need of support. Lin Manuel Miranda continues his career of shedding light on the lives of the disenfranchised and overlooked and bringing them to life in a joyful way that can be celebrated.
Tick tick, boom is love story from Broadway : “you got to remember this guy”
The Luis Miranda impersonation was spot on 😅
i hope lin releases the full version of the Superbia Sextet - that was one of the best songs!
i also hope the cast performs the Superbia Sextet at the Oscars - i need that song on loop
“Everyone who ever has or ever will be anyone will be there..."
The bit about Luis 🤣🤣🤣 “Daddy, hit your cue” 🤣🤣🤣
Watched Tick, Tick...Boom! over the New Year. It was so good. A true work of art, cinematically, musically, story wise. Just a great film.
Consider this:
Jonathan could’ve been a consultant for Lin for In The Heights and Hamilton
Well, what can I say? I love Lin-Manuel
Rest in power, Soundheim. Broadway's light will always be open for you
RIP Stephen Sondheim.
Miranda is so crazy talented and is still humble. I'm so happy he is doing well.
When Seth and Lin-Manuel let their musical nerd freak flags fly, the repressed high school actor in me rejoiced. *sigh*
Lin-Manuel is still doing the GREATJOB horn in interviews! I hadn't noticed him doing it in a while. Maybe he suspects Seth's audience crosses over with MBMBaM's.
That moment when you find out you're the same age as Lin-Manuel Miranda, and that you both were super into RENT. XD
I think anyone in HS at the time was! Rent became ppl's personalities lol from what I remember of the buzz it got. But I also know that means Lin has been sitting with that show and TTB and Jonathan Larson since forever, these are foundational shows and artists and experiences to him, which is one of the main reason the film is so successful I think, why it's resonating with so many audiences. And he's partnership (mentor/mentee) with Sondheim has been well-documented, something else that parallels Jonathan Larson too. It's crazy to me that we lost Sondheim mere weeks after this debuted and all the attention it's gotten him, that timing seems too surreal, a little cruel. But even more special for Lin probably that he was able to celebrate his other big hero in time.
Gosh, Lin - Manuel is so excited and full of life. What an amazing person :-)
Tick Tick Boom, a great movie :-)
"Co-op" on Documentary Now is simply amazing. That is all.
Lin Manuel Miranda is a brilliant Latino who makes us proud ,his genius talent is endless ,a master of his craft !
Love him so much
Can't wait for both.
I wish I was Lins friend
Sondheim, Larson and Miranda in one movie I can die in pace
Now I want to see 'Tick Tick Boom' super bad
Go for it! It's on Netflix
One can only try to understand an equal, judgement occurs from a pedestal🎈
Learning this, that voicemail is gonn be my ringtone.
Wonderful movie!!!
Anybody else notice that the voicemail was actually Sondheim, or am I just a super nerd 😂
The actor playing him was great, but the second I heard his voice, I got chills
@@Mariasantacruz2005 same!
On my list for this weekend.
God, I love this man.
So THAT’s why Bradley Whitford sounded so different on that call!
He's such a cool guy... Oh Lin is OK too
Thank you.
WWJLD
What Would Jonathan Larson Do
It's not a cameo if you can't see the person on screen. #Corrections
Why not a single mention to Andrew's amazing work? I noticed his absence too, is there a beef or something?
no feud at all
Ohh... so it's not a musical about the Unibomber?
He’s a great creative talent obviously but I don’t think he’s the most charismatic actor. Mary Poppins returns was kinda foiled for lack of charisma from the main characters.
I think that's why he's taking the reigns behind the camera or writing, he was starring in his projects before because no one would cast him as a lead because of that same reason, but since now he has name recognition he's free to just be in the production and writing aspects of a show or movie.
I disagree. Watch him in His Dark Materials his dramatic acting in that is fantastic, he’s gotten much better
@@alliecardinal1768 he’s a great actor of course but charisma can’t be learned.
@@alexd1121 are you
actually claiming
that Lin-Manuel Miranda
beloved by millions
has a LACK OF CHARISMA???
@@ammaleslie509 not claiming anything more that what I've stated which is that as an actor he very much did LACK CHARISMA in Mary Poppins. He's an amazing SONG WRITER and STORY TELLER which is how he garnered his millions of fans after writing HAMILTON.
Love that before he passed, Sondheim got to be in this wonderful movie. ❤️❤️❤️