I was at this show 50 years ago tonight, the night before this film was made. It was to be a TV special, but was only telecast on Ed Sullivan in this great segment. I was 16 years old. It was a memorable night. For $15, you got Barbra and a lobster dinner. I still have the program/menu. Her singing and star power were consummate perfection. I feel lucky to have been there and remember the show vividly. That same afternoon Ted Kennedy had gone on TV to try to explain Chappaquidick. To think, Barbra was just singing in Hyde Park a week or so ago. Like the song says, "She's still going strong."
I’m trying to think of any singer today who could just open her mouth and sing like this - without autotune or fireworks or backup dancers or skimpy costumes. Streisand knew how to put her cards on the table.
Barbra was too young for the film version of "Dolly" but wisely, instead of acting old, she just went with it... a young Dolly. Carol Channing's book would later crow about Barbra's film failing, but I thoroughly enjoyed it.
Wow, how amazing. Her voice is so strong, ringing and resonant. Her voice is very powerful but not in a "Shirley Bassey" kind of way. Shirley Bassey always sing at full volume, that's her default setting. Barbra can be loud, soft and everything in between. She is devoid of any habits, she just adjust to what the lyrics or her inspiration demands. She can be breathy one minute and growl like a tigress the next. She never strain her voice, it looks so easy. And since she's a natural (she never took a lesson), her singing doesn't sound manufactured. It's always fresh, spontaneous, free with a certain kind of purity, innocence, vulnerability. There is a certain detachment also in her delivery, like she doesn't care if she isn't liked, contrary to someone like Lea Michele who wants you desparately to love her (even if I love Lea).
It's shocking that this film - originally intended for a TV special - has never been properly restored and officially released. The leaked excerpts show it was top class, so why not let us have it in full, and with pristine quality?
I've been a huge fan for 50 years since seeing the movie Funny Girl. Never heard a voice so beautiful, with perfect interpretation. Her story is amazing considering the fact that people said "she would never make it". She's the absolute best talent and the last of the truly great legends.
Barbra at her very best. She later started singing more softly but that trombone growl she had at the time in contrast with her crystal clear high notes just went straight to your heart. Even the nasal quality of her tone was pretty and brought perfect emotional depth to the material. Her fashion sense and presentation were absolutely beautiful here as well. She was a rebel up until the 80’s where she became a much more polished version of herself. Cannot wait for her book.
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I was at this show 50 years ago tonight, the night before this film was made. It was to be a TV special, but was only telecast on Ed Sullivan in this great segment. I was 16 years old. It was a memorable night. For $15, you got Barbra and a lobster dinner. I still have the program/menu. Her singing and star power were consummate perfection. I feel lucky to have been there and remember the show vividly. That same afternoon Ted Kennedy had gone on TV to try to explain Chappaquidick. To think, Barbra was just singing in Hyde Park a week or so ago. Like the song says, "She's still going strong."
I’m trying to think of any singer today who could just open her mouth and sing like this - without autotune or fireworks or backup dancers or skimpy costumes. Streisand knew how to put her cards on the table.
Some say she was too young to play Dolly, but I think she was perfectly charming and captivating...and her singing!
Barbra was too young for the film version of "Dolly" but wisely, instead of acting old, she just went with it... a young Dolly. Carol Channing's book would later crow about Barbra's film failing, but I thoroughly enjoyed it.
Her stage presence is on the level of shirley bassey’s. No need to dance or background singers. Just her. Those women were incredible
Wow, how amazing. Her voice is so strong, ringing and resonant. Her voice is very powerful but not in a "Shirley Bassey" kind of way. Shirley Bassey always sing at full volume, that's her default setting. Barbra can be loud, soft and everything in between. She is devoid of any habits, she just adjust to what the lyrics or her inspiration demands. She can be breathy one minute and growl like a tigress the next. She never strain her voice, it looks so easy. And since she's a natural (she never took a lesson), her singing doesn't sound manufactured. It's always fresh, spontaneous, free with a certain kind of purity, innocence, vulnerability. There is a certain detachment also in her delivery, like she doesn't care if she isn't liked, contrary to someone like Lea Michele who wants you desparately to love her (even if I love Lea).
barbra telling the history of hello dolly at the beginning! she may not have been the first but she will always be my fav ❤️
It's shocking that this film - originally intended for a TV special - has never been properly restored and officially released. The leaked excerpts show it was top class, so why not let us have it in full, and with pristine quality?
I've been a huge fan for 50 years since seeing the movie Funny Girl. Never heard a voice so beautiful, with perfect interpretation. Her story is amazing considering the fact that people said "she would never make it". She's the absolute best talent and the last of the truly great legends.
"It's a little lumpy but it rings"😂😂 Her comedic choices are masterful.
Before Barbra, no one sang like her. No one has since, and no one ever will.
This is the best live performance of any singer ever!!!!!!!!!!
she is incredible. what talent, funny and full of personality. she does act her singing, wonderful!
The best voice...ever...
The woman is truly touched by the Divine and thank God for that simple fact!
An original. There has never been anyone like her and most likely, never will be.
Her Voice...
Barbra at her very best. She later started singing more softly but that trombone growl she had at the time in contrast with her crystal clear high notes just went straight to your heart. Even the nasal quality of her tone was pretty and brought perfect emotional depth to the material. Her fashion sense and presentation were absolutely beautiful here as well. She was a rebel up until the 80’s where she became a much more polished version of herself. Cannot wait for her book.
She's a very rare talent. Once in a lifetime voice and a great actress.
incredible, fantabulous, one one of the best; love you Barbra