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The Habit of Art (April 22, 2010, London, England)
Cast: Richard Griffiths, Alex Jennings, Tom Attwood, Laurence Belcher, Danny Burns, Martin Chamberlain, Philip Childs, John Heffernan, Frances de la Tour
Format: mkv
Notes: Multiple cameras Proshot of the new production at the National Theatre. Broadcast live in cinemas through a satellite feed and this was captured from that feed. Perfect 5.1 sound and HD video. The original 1080p Files are available.
Hair (2007, Amstetten) Pro Shot
Cast: Mark Seibert, Rob Fowler, Sabine Mayer, Kudra Owens, Pehton Quirante, Ruben Heerenveen, Christa Helige, Lucca Züchner, Ramesh Nair
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: This is a great production and some great voices in the cast. A very modern style production of Hair. A+
Hairspray (January 31, 2006, Broadway)
Cast: Michelle Dowdy (Tracy u/s), John Pinette (Edna), Leah Hocking (Velma), Darlene Love (Maybelle), Becky Gulsvig (Amber), Tracy Miller (Penny), Tevin Campbell (Seaweed), Andrew Rannells (Link), Michael Cunio (Corny u/s), Stephan DeRosa (Wilbur), Julie Halston (Prudy), RIP EDNA aka John Pinette)
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Cover up during "it takes two". Good filming of the show. A-
Hairspray (October 16, 2007, London, OLC)
Cast: Michael Ball (Edna Turnblad), Mel Smith (Wilbur Turnblad), Leanne Jones (Tracy Turnblad), Ben James-Ellis (Link Larkin), Tracie Bennett (Velma von Tussle), Elinor Collett (Penny Pingleton), Johnnie Fiori (Motormouth Maybelle), Adrian Hansel (Seaweed), Rachael Wooding (Amber von Tussle)
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Beautifully captured featuring a great cast and matching energy from the audience. A.
Hamilton (July 2015, Broadway) LIMITED TRADE
Cast: Lin-Manuel Miranda, Phillipa Soo, Leslie Odom Jr., Renee Elise Goldsberry, Jonathan Groff, Daveed Diggs, Christopher Jackson, Jasmine Cephas Jones, Anthony Ramos
Format: VOB+smalls
Hamilton (December 29, 2015, Broadway) LIMITED TRADE
Cast: Lin-Manuel Miranda (Alexander Hamilton), Leslie Odom Jr. (Aaron Burr), Renee Elise Goldsberry (Angelica), Phillipa Soo (Eliza), Christopher Jackson (George Washington), Daveed Diggs (Lafayette/Thomas Jefferson), Okieriete Onaodowan (Hercules Mulligan/James Madison), Jonathan Groff (King George), Anthony Ramos (John Laurens/Phillip Hamilton), Jasmine Cephas Jones (Peggy Schuyler/Maria Reynolds)
Format: 2 mkv files
Notes: Amazing Quality!!
Hamlet (December 26, 2009, Royal Shakespeare Company) Pro Shot
Cast: David Tennant & Patrick Stewart
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: David Tennant and Patrick Stewart star in this critically acclaimed production of Shakespeare’s masterpiece from Britain’s renowned Royal Shakespeare Company. No recent stage production in Britain has attracted the excitement and nearly unanimous critical praise as this Hamlet. Tennant's interpretation was recognized as defining the role fora generation, and Stewart’s complex Claudius won the Olivier award, Britain’s highest stage honor. In this specially-shot screen version, filmed on location rather than in the theater, Tennant and Stewart reprise their roles. Dynamic, exciting and contemporary, it breathes new life into Shakespeare's greatest play.
Hamlet (October 15, 2015 London)
Cast: Benedict Cumberbatch, Ciaran Hinds, Siân Brooke, Anastasia Hille, Kobna Holdbrook-Smith, Jim Norton
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Multiple cameras Proshot of the new production at the Barbican Theatre. Broadcast live in cinemas through a satellite feed and this was captured from that feed. Perfect 5.1 sound and HD video. Includes a behind-the-scenes featurette and optional English, Russian and Swedish subtitles throughout the performance.
Hand to God (April 12, 2015, Broadway)
Cast: Steven Boyer, Geneva Carr, Marc Kudisch, Michael Oberholtzer, Sarah Stiles
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Beautiful HD capture of this hilarious new play. With glowing reviews this will for sure be a Tony contender. The cast is hysterically perfect with lightning fast paced comedy and larger than life characters! A+
The Hard Problem (April 16, 2015) Pro Shot
Cast: Olivia Vinall, Damien Molony, Anthony Calf, Kristin Atherton, Rosie Hilal, Parth Thakerar, Vera Chok, Jonathan Coy
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Multiple cameras Proshot of the new production at the National Theatre. Broadcast live in cinemas through a satellite feed and this was captured from that feed. Perfect 5.1 sound and HD video. The original 1080p Files are available, as well as a DVD VOB version. Includes a behind-the-scenes featurette and optional English subtitles throughout the performance.
Heathers (May 25, 2014 evening, Off-Broadway)
Cast: Barrett Wilbert Weed, Dan Domenech (u/s JD), Charissa Hogeland (u/s Heather Chandler), Alice Lee, Elle McLemore, Jon Eidson, Evan Todd, Katie Ladner, Antony Crivello, Daniel Cooney, Michelle Duffy, Matthew Schatz (u/s Hipster Dork/Officer McCord), Cait Fairbanks, Rachel Flynn, Molly Hager (u/s New Wave Party Girl), AJ Meijer, Dustin Sullivan
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: First minute of act one is blacked out, but otherwise fully intact with no blackouts and only slight washout in a few wide shots. A.
Hedwig and the Angry Inch (May 4, 2014, Broadway)
Cast: Neil Patrick Harris, Lena Hall, Justin Craig, Matt Duncan, Tim Mislock, Peter Yanowitz
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Stunning HD capture of the triple Tony winner with no obstructions. Sparkling, dazzling and moving production that merits all the noise it is making. This was the performance where a lady brought her dog to the show, and Hedwig had fun with that! Also includes Bonus footage from a different performance: Origin of Love, Wig in a Box, Wicked Little Town, Long Grift, Wicked Little Town (Gnosis Version), Midnight Radio. A+
Hedwig and the Angry Inch (August 20, 2014, Broadway)
Cast: Hedwig: Andrew Rannells Yitzhak: Lena Hall Skszp: Justin Craig Jacek: Matt Duncan Krzyzhtoff: Tim Mislock Schlatko: Peter Yanowitz
Format VOB+smalls
Notes: An amazing first performance by Andrew in this incredible show. He easily slips into Hedwig’s platform shoes with phenomenal vocals, tons of hilarious ad-libbing, and lively interaction with the audience and band members. A nice capture overall. There are no major blackouts, but the video occasionally wanders for a few seconds at a time. There are also heads on each side that block the action for a few seconds once in a while. It’s filmed in 16:9 mostly in mediums and close-ups, with a few wide shots. The sound is excellent as usual. The show is 95 minutes on one disc with no intermission. Includes curtain call and playbill scans.
Hedwig and the Angry Inch (August 31 2014, Broadway)
Cast: Andrew Rannells and Lena Hall
Format: VOB
Notes: Beautiful HD capture of Andrew stepping in to the role. He gives a great performance and makes it his own, with his own jokes and characterizations. Great comparison to Neil and follow up. Lena has only gotten stronger in the role and holds out an amazing riff! A+
Hedwig and the Angry Inch (November 5, 2014, Broadway)
Cast: Michael C. Hall (Hedwig), Lena Hall (Yitzhak), Justin Craig (Skszp), Matt Duncan (Jacek), Tim Mislock (Krzyzhtoff), Peter Yanowitz (Schlatko)
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Beautiful HD capture of Michael stepping into Hedwig's heels. He does a wonderful job and a darker performance, which I really enjoyed. Lena also does the BCEFA speech at the end as Cyndi Lauper, which is hilarious! A+
Hedwig and the Angry Inch (December 27, 2014, Broadway)
Cast: Hedwig: Michael C Hall Yitzhak: Lena Hall Skszp: Justin Craig Jacek: Matt Duncan Krzyzhtoff: Tim Mislock Schlatko: Peter Yanowitz
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: A nice capture of Michael’s run. Some great acting choices and improvisations from him makes for a fantastic show. There is one head that obstructs the front/center of the stage, but it’s worked around well and rarely affects the action. There are a couple quick dropouts, but no major blackouts. It’s filmed in 16:9, with a mix of wides, mediums, and close-ups. The sound is excellent. Includes curtain call and playbill scans.
Hedwig and the Angry Inch (January 31, 2015, Broadway)
Cast: John Cameron Mitchell and Lena Hall
Format: VOB
Notes: Beautiful HD capture of John's triumphant return to the role of Hedwig. So many changes, lines, ad-libs and jokes. This has been one of the most amazing shows I have ever attended, a masterclass! A+
Hedwig and the Angry Inch (April 11, 2015, Broadway)
Cast: John Cameron Mitchell and Shannon Conley
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Excellent HD capture of JCM with "The Original Cast." This was done during the week Shannon filled in for Yitzhak full time. Great performances and Rolodex of jokes from John, with hilarious Grindr guy on stage! A.
Hedwig and the Angry Inch (May 7, 2015, Broadway)
Cast: Darren Criss and Rebecca Naomi Jones
Format: VOB
Notes: Beautiful HD capture of Darren and Rebecca who recently joined the production. Darren really did a stunning take on Hedwig with the deck stacked against him. Great performance, new vocals and filled his own set of high heels! A very worthy successor to JCM and thoroughly entertaining! A+
Hedwig and the Angry Inch (July 3, 2015, Broadway)
Cast: Darren Criss, Rebecca Naomi Jones
Format: VOB
Notes: Excellent HD capture of Darren toward the end of his run. Some great new jokes and variations on the songs. He has really settled, evolved and grown wonderfully in the role! A.
Hedwig And The Angry Inch (July 22, 2015, Broadway)
Cast: Taye Diggs and Rebecca Naomi Jones
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Excellent HD capture of Taye's first performance as Hedwig. He added a lot of material and even an improv song about hair extentions. He messed up some lines and the show ran almost 20 minutes longer then normal. A.
The Heiress (October 13, 2012, Broadway)
Cast: Jessica Chastain, David Strathairn, Dan Stevens, Virginia Kull, Judith Ivey, Keiran Campion, Molly Camp, Dee Nelson
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Complete show and mostly steady shots with some shakiness between scenes. A-
Henry V (October 21, 2015 London)
Cast: Alex Hassell, Oliver Ford Davies, Joshua Richards , Sean Chapman, Jennifer Kirby, Jane Lapotaire, Jim Hooper, Daniel Abbott, Keith Osborn
Format: mkw/VOB+smalls
Notes: Multiple cameras Proshot of the new production at the RSC. The 1080p Files are available, as well as VOB version.
High Society (April 19, 1998, Broadway)
Cast: OBC, Anna Kendrick, Melissa Errico, Daniel McDonald, Marc Kudish, Randy Graff, Stephen Bogradus
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Great capture of this show with only mild generation loss. 1 DVD, B+
The History Boys (May 6, 2006, Broadway)
Cast: Samuel Anderson, Richard Griffiths, Samuel Barnett, Dominic Cooper, Clive Merrison, James Corden, Frances De LaTour, Sacha Dhawan, Andrew Knott, Clive Merrison, Stephen Capbell Moore, Jamie Parker, Russell Tovey
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Great close ups and sound throughout. Includes interview with Richard Griffiths and Theatre Talk interview with Alan Bennett, from master. A+
Honeymoon in Vegas (December 5, 2014, Broadway)
Cast: Rob McClure, Tony Danza, Brynn O'Malley, David Josefsberg, Nancy Opel, Matthew Saldivar
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Good video with clear picture and sound; a head pops up once in a while but is worked around well; Nancy Opel gets stuck in the rigging at the end of the show and crowd loves it; very nice video! A.
Honk (June 2000, Beverly, MA) Pro Shot
Cast: Gavin Creel, James Hindman, Nancy Opel, Ken Prymus, Natasha Harper, Mary Stout
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: From the North Shore Music Theatre. Pro shot using multiple cameras, performed in the round. Another great production of NSMT- Some Generation loss but not bad at all considering it's age.
How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying (1996, US Tour) Pro Shot
Cast: Ralph Macchio, Roger Bart, Shauna Hicks, Richard Thomsen, Pamela Blair, voice of Walter Cronkite
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Recorded through the house camera, so it's a stationary full stage shot with sound patched directly from the sound board into the camera. Tour based on the 95 Broadway revival. B.
How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying (February 28, 2011, Broadway)
Cast: Daniel Radcliffe, John Larroquette, Rose Hemingway, Tammy Blanchard, Christopher J. Hanke, Mary Faber, Rob Bartlett, Ellen Harvey, Michael Park, Cameron Adams, Cleve Asbury, Tanya Birl, Kevin Cobert, Paige Faure, David Hull, Justin Keyes, Marty Lawson, Barrett Martin, Nick Mayo, Sarah O'Gleby, Stephanie Rothenberg, Megan Sikora, Joey Sorge, Ryan Watkinson, Charlie Williams, Samantha Zack, Anderson Cooper
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Great video with no obstructions and great closeups throughout. Disc also includes around 45 minutes of reviews, opening night footage and interviews. A.
How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying (January 11, 2012, Broadway)
Cast: Darren Criss, Beau Bridges, Rose Hemingway, Tammy Blanchard, Christopher J. Hanke, Michael Park, Holly Ann Butler as (u/s) Smitty, Ellen Harvey, Rob Bartlett
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Excellent capture of Darren's three week stint with the show. Tons of excitement from the audience which made the cast sparkle even more. Show is top shape and Darren is charming as one would expect! A.
How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying (February 4 2012, Broadway)
Cast: Nick Jonas (J. Pierrepont Finch), Beau Bridges (J.B. Biggley), Rose Hemingway (Rosemary Pilkington), Tammy Blanchard (Hedy LaRue), Michael Urie (Bud Frump), Mary Faber (Smitty), Ellen Harvey (Miss Jones), Michael Park (Bert Bratt), Rob Bartlett (Twimble/Wally Womper)
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Excellent capture of Nick and Michael who had just joined the cast. Nick and Michael do a great job of stepping into the role and making it their own! A.
The Hunchback of Notre Dame (8 November 2014, Pre-Broadway, La Jolla Playhouse)
Cast: Michael Arden (Quasimodo), Patrick Page (Dom Claude Frollo), Ciara Renée (Esmeralda), Andrew Samonsky (Captain Phoebus de Martin), Erik Liberman (Clopin Trouillefou), Neal Lucas Coleman (Jehan), Samantha Massell (Florika), Ian Patrick Gibb (Lieutenant Frederic Charlus)
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: A great capture of the American premiere at La Jolla Playhouse. The incredibly talented cast delivers the score beautifully. Michael and Ciara both give powerhouse performances. This is a perfect capture with no blackouts, no obstruction, and just slight washout in some wide shots. It’s filmed in 16:9, with a mix of wides, mediums, and close-ups. The sound is excellent. Includes curtain call and playbill scans.
The Hunchback of Notre Dame (April 5, 2015, Millburn, NJ, Final performance)
Cas: Michael Arden, Patrick Page, Ciara Renee, Andrew Samonsky, Erik Liberman, Ian Patrick Gibb, Jeremy Stolle, Samantha Massell, William Michals, Richard Ruiz, Beth Kirkpatrick, Neal Mayer
Format: mp4
Notes: Full show with Beautiful HD capture, slight blackout for thirty seconds early on in video, but otherwise amazing picture!
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I Am My Own Wife (November 19, 2003, Broadway)
Cast: Jefferson Mays
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: A-
Iceman Cometh, The (April 26, 2012, Chicago, IL)
Cast: Nathan Lane, Brian Dennehy, Stephen Ouimette, Marc Grapey, SalvatoreInzerillo, Larry Neumann, Jr., John Judd
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Great capture from the 2012 Goodman Theatre production, in which the full cast would transfer to BAM in 2015 to reprise their roles. Production ran four hours long, not including intermission! A-
If/Then (March 8, 2014, Broadway)
Cast: Idina Menzel, LaChanze, Anthony Rapp, James Snyder, Jerry Dixon, Jenn Colella, Jason Tam, Tamika Lawrence
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Beautiful HD capture with no obstructions. Has some variations from the PreBroadway version, including cut songs, added songs and scenes. This version seems more streamlined and a great piece. A.
If/Then (August 30, 204, Broadway)
Cast: Jackie Burns (Elizabeth s/b), Charles Hagerty (Josh u/s), Curtis Holbrook as (temp) Lucas, LaChanze, Jenn Colella, Jerry Dixon, Jason Tam, Tamika Lawrence
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Stunning HD capture of Jackie and Charles in the lead roles. Jackie gives a flawless and powerful performance, which was beautifully sung. Flawless capture with no obstructions! A+
If/Then (Feb. 22, 2015, Broadway)
Cast: Jackie Burns (s/b), LaChanze, Anthony Rapp, James Snyder, Jerry Dixon, DeeDee Magno Hall (u/s), Jason Tam, Tamika Lawrence
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Excellent HD capture of one of Jackie's final performances. This day promo footage was being filmed and her parents were sitting right behind me. She held the final note in Starting Over for 19 seconds, such a wonderful performance! A.
If/Then (October 13, 2015, 1st National Tour Denver, Colorado)
Cast: Idina Menzel, LaChanze, Anthony Rapp, James Snyder, Janine DiVita, Daren A. Herbert, Marc Delacruz)
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Beautiful HD capture of the very first performance on tour. The cast was full of energy and really ready to perform the show, since the Broadway closing. I have never heard Idina sing the score as she had this night, great new riffs, variations and such power, nailed it!
If/Then (January 24, 2016 Tour, Idina’s Last) LIMITED TRADE
Idina Menzel, Trey Ellett (u/s), LaChanze, James Snyder, Daren A Herbert, Janine DiVita, Marc delaCruz, Kyra Faith, Corey Greenan, Cliffton Hall, Xavier Cano, Alicia Taylor Tomasko, Tyler McGee, English Bernhardt, DeeDee Magno Hall
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: An emotional performance by the whole cast, particularly Idina. Her feelings overcome her during Always Starting Over and the Finale, leading to roaring cheers of support from the crowd. There is also a fantastic blooper during What If: Elizabeth’s phone rings and the phone is not in her pocket. Chaos ensues. A really fantastic capture with no obstruction, no washout, and just two quick dropouts in act one. It’s filmed in 16:9, with a mix of wides, mediums, and close-ups. The sound is excellent. Includes curtain call and playbill scans. A.
If there is, I haven't found it yet (September 13, 2012 ,Off-Broadway)
Cast: Jake Gylenhaal, Annie Funke, Michelle Gomez, Brian F. O'Bryne
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Good video with clear picture and sound, the last 10 minutes of this video are from 9/19/12. A.
The Importance of Being Earnest (February 11, 2011, Broadway)
Cast: Brian Bedford, Dana Ivey, Paxton Whitehead, Amanda Leigh Cobb, Santino Fontana, David Furr, Tim MacDonald, Paul O'Brien, Charlotte Parry, Sara Topham
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Railing at the bottom of the screen present in wide/medium shots. Disc includes 20 minutes of Opening Night footage and Interviews. A-
The Importance of Being Earnest (October 8, 2015 London)
Cast: David Suchet, Emily Barber, Michael Benz, Philip Cumbus, Imogen Doel, Michele Dotrice, Richard O'Callaghan, David Killick, Brendan Hooper
Format: mkv
Notes: Multiple cameras Proshot of the new production at the Vaudeville Theatre. Broadcast live in cinemas through a satellite feed and this was captured from that feed. Perfect 5.1 sound and HD video. The original 1080p Files are available, as well as a DVD VOB version. Includes a behind-the-scenes featurette and optional English, Spanish and German subtitles throughout the performance.
In The Heights (February 14 2008, Broadway)
Cast: Lin-Manuel Miranda, Karen Olivo, Mandy Gonzalez, Christopher Jackson, Olga Merediz, Robin De Jesus, Carlos Gomez, Priscilla Lopez, Andrea Burns, Janet Dacal, Eliseo Roman, Seth Stewart
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: A good capture of the first performance and audience energy to match. Full stage shot for most of the ensemble numbers, cast had great energy. A-
In The Heights (May 18 2008, Broadway)
Cast: Lin-Manuel Miranda, Krysta Rodriguez (u/s Vanessa), Andrea Burns, Stephanie Klemons (u/s Carla), Robin De Jesus, Carlos Gomez, Mandy Gonzales, Christopher Jackson, Priscilla Lopez, Olga Merediz, Seth Stewart
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Brief coverup for latecomers but no heads in the way. Clear picture with closeups and good sound, from the master. A-
Into the Woods (July 29, 2012, Central Park, NY)
Cast: Donna Murphy, Amy Adams, Chip Zien, Denis O'Hare, Gideon Glick, Jessie Mueller, Sarah Stiles, Ellen Harvey, Ivan Hernandez, Josh Lamon, Laura Shoop, Tess Soltau, Kristine Zbornik, Jack Broderick, Eric Williams (u/s Rapunzel's Prince), Glenn Close
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Great HD capture of the much hyped Shakespeare in the Park Production. Beautifully thought out and executed production with a few flubs and bloopers that are hilarious. Donna and Amy were just sensational! A-
Into the Woods Reunion Concert (November 9, 2014, Costa Mesa, CA)
Cast: Stephen Sondheim,James Lapine,Bernadette Peters,Joanna Gleason,Chip Zien,Robert Westenberg,Kim Crosby,Danielle Ferland,Ben Wright, moderated by Mo Rocca
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: A great capture of this historic reunion in Costa Mesa. The cast and creative team sits down to talk about their experiences and what they’re doing now, as well as perform songs from the show. The reminiscing includes discussions of the Wolf’s pendulous anatomy, cut scenes/songs, backstage secrets, and a potential sequel. This is perfectly captured from start to finish with no blackouts, no obstruction, and no washout. It’s filmed in 16:9, with a mix of wides, mediums, and close-ups. The sound is excellent. Includes curtain call and playbill scans.
Into the Woods (July 27, 2015, St. Louis, MO) LIMITED TRADE
Cast: Heather Headley, Rob McClure, Erin Dilly, Ken Page, Elena Shaddow, Ryan Silverman, Andrew Samonsky, Jason Gotay, Sara Kapner, Ellen Harvey
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Beautiful HD capture of Heather's return to the theater as The Witch. Heather brought her signature voice and acting chops to the stage. Great performances from everyone at the famous outdoor venue! A.
It Shoulda Been You (April 11, 2015, Broadway)
Cast: Sierra Boggess, Tyne Daly, Harriet Harris, Lisa Howard, David Burtka, Montego Glover, Josh Grisetti, Adam Heller, Edward Hibbert, Michael X. Martin, Anne L. Nathan, Nick Spangler, Chip Zien
Format: VOB
Notes: Excellent HD video filmed from center mezzanine with very clear picture, nice close-ups and great sound. A.
It Shoulda Been You (July 21 2015, Broadway) LIMITED TRADE
Cast: Sierra Boggess, Tyne Daly, Harriet Harris, Chip Zien, Edward Hibbert, Lisa Howard, Montego Glover, Brian Howard, Josh Grisetti, Adam Heller, Michael X. Martin, Nick Spangler, Anne L. Nathan
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Very nice HD video with clear picture and excellent sound, with updated cast. A
It's Only a Play (December 29, 2014, Broadway)
Cast: Nathan Lane (James Wicker), Matthew Broderick (Peter Austin), Megan Mullally (Julie Budder), Stockard Channing (Virginia Noyes), Rupert Grint (Frank Finger), F. Murray Abraham (Ira Drew), Micah Stock (Gus P Head)
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: A good capture of the play’s original cast. The play is absolutely hysterical — Nathan, Megan, and Micah being particularly fantastic. This capture has no washout and only minor obstruction, but most of the first 26 minutes of Act One are blacked out. After that, the show is very nicely captured with just one head that can occasionally be seen at the bottom of the screen and does not affect the action. It’s filmed in 16:9, with a mix of wides, mediums, and close-ups. The sound is very good overall, but there is more shuffling and static than usual; all of the dialogue is listenable. Includes playbill scans.
It's Only a Play (January 31, 2015, Broadway)
Cast: Matthew Broderick, Martin Short, Stockard Channing, Katie Finneran, F. Murray Abraham, Maulik Pancholy, Micah Stock
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Beautiful HD capture of this hilarious play. This features the new cast after the theater switch. Everyone did a wonderful job and was such a great time! A.
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Jane Eyre (November 18, 2000, Broadway)
Cast: Marla Schaffel, James Barbour, Mary Stout, Stephen R. Buntrock
Format: VOB+smalls
Jane Eyre Broadway (November 25, 2000, Broadway)
Cast: Marla Schaffel, James Barbour, Mart Stout, Gina Lamparella
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Very nice capture, many zooms. A-
Jane Eyre (December 8, 2015, London)
Cast: Madeleine Worrall, Felix Hayes, Ellena Vincent, Stevie Thompson, Maggie Tagney, Richard Hurst, Laura Elphinstone, Elly Condron
Format: VOB+smalls
Cast: Multiple cameras Proshot of the new production at the National Theatre. Broadcast live in cinemas through a satellite feed and this was captured from that feed. Perfect 5.1 sound and HD video. Includes a featurette and optional subtitles in English and Swedish throughout the performance.
Jekyll and Hyde (December 19, 1999, Broadway)
Cast: Joseph Mahowald (U/s Jekyll/Hyde) Christy Tarr (U/s Emma) Colleen Sexton (U/s Lucy) Stuart Marland (U/s John Utterson) Craig Schulman, Douglas Ladnie)
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Not bad for the age, nice close-ups. A-
Jekyll and Hyde (March 19, 2013, Chicago, US Tour)
Cast: Constantine Maroulis (Jekyll/Hyde), Deborah Cox (Lucy), Teal Wicks (Emma), Richard White (Sir Danvers Crew), Laird Mackintosh (John Utterson), Blair Ross (Lady Beaconsfield), Jason Wooten (Simon Stride), Brian Gallagher (Lord Savage), David Benoit (Bishop of Basinstroke)
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Beautiful HD Capture of the final stop before heading to Broadway with no obstructions. A reimagined revival of the classic Wildhorn musical. Deborah's vocals are always gorgeous! A.
Jersey Boys (November 9, 2012, US 2nd National Tour)
Cast: Brandon Andrus (Nick Massi), Stephen Cerf (u/s Tommy Devito), Jason Kappus (Bob Gaudio), Brad Weinstock (Frankie Valli), Barry Anderson (Bob Crewe)
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Great vocals from the 2nd National Tour. Complete show, including curtain calls and BCEFA speech. Slight shakiness in between scenes but generally very steady and clear. 2 DVDs. A.
Jersey Boys (August 19, 2015, Broadway)
Cast: Joseph Leo Bwarie, Jared Bradshaw (Tommy u/s), Matt Bogart, Quinn Van Antwerp, Miles Aubrey, Candi Boyd, Cara Cooper
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Excellent HD video with clear picture and wonderful sound, very nice video. A.
Jesus Christ Superstar (April 14, 1996, Boston Rock Opera) Pro Shot
Cast: Gary Cherone, Doug Thoms, Kay Hanley)
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Proshot! Rockin’ production.
Jesus Christ Superstar (2003, Florida)
Cast: Sebastian Bach, Carl Anderson, Natalie Toro
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Footage from two different cameras compiled together to make a complete, multi-cam video. Both shots are from different shows so at times the sound will get a hair off sync with the 2nd video source.
Jesus Christ Superstar (2012, UK, Arena Tour) Proshot
Cast: Tim Minchin (Judas), Ben Forster (Jesus), Melanie C (Mary Magdalene), Chris Moyles (King Herod), Alexander Hanson (Pontius Pilate), Pete Gallagher (Caiaphas), Gerard Bentall (Annas), Michael Pickering (Peter), Giovanni Spano (Simon Zealotes)
Format: mp4
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (2011, UK Tour)
Cast: Keith Jack, Jennifer Potts, David Gwyn (Jacob/Potiphar u/s), Adam Jarrell, Kevin Groga
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: A magnificent colorful capture with action well followed in wide-screen featuring Keith Jack as Joseph who placed second in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Any Dream will do series. A+
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The King and I (June 1992, Witchita, KS)
Cast: Kristin Chenoweth, Richard White, Linda Michelle, Nexdra Dixon, Etta Wang, Ethan Le Phong
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Early Kristin Chenoweth appearance as Tuptim when she was billed as Kristi D. Chenoweth.
The King and I (March 15, 2015, Broadway)
Cast: Kelli O'Hara, Ken Watanabe, Ruthie Ann Miles, Ashley Park, Conrad Ricamora, Edward Baker-Duly, Jon Viktor Corpuz, Murphy Guyer, Jake Lucas, Paul Nakauchi
Format: VOB
Notes: Beautiful HD capture of this stunning revival. Kelli gives a beautiful performance as Anna, as does the entire cast in this lavish production! A.
The King and I (March 28, 2015, Broadway)
Cast: Kelli O'Hara, Ken Watanabe, Edward Baker-Duly, Jon Viktor Corpuz, Murphy Guyer, Jake Lucas, Ruthie Ann Miles, Paul Nakauchi, Marc Oka, Ashley Park, Conrad Ricamora, Adriana Braganza, Amaya Braganza, LaMae Caparas, Hsin-Ping Chang, Andrew Cheng, Lynn Masako Cheng, Olivia Chun, Ali Ewoldt, Ethan Halford Holder, Cole Horibe, MaryAnn Hu
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Excellent HD video filmed from center mezzanine with very clear picture, very nice close-ups and good clear sound. A.
King Lear (London May 1, 2014) Proshot
Cast: Simon Russell Beale, Adrian Scarborough, Anna Maxwell Martin, Kate Fleetwood, Olivia Vinall, Stanley Townsend, Michael Nardone, Paapa Essiedu, Richard Clothier, Tom Brooke, Stephen Boxer)
Format: mkv
Notes: Multiple cameras Pro-Shot of the new production at the National Theatre. Perfect 5.1 sound and HD video.
Kinky Boots (November 15, 2014, National Tour)
Cast: Charlie Price (Steven Booth), Lola (Kyle Taylor Parker), Lauren (Lidsany Nicole Chambers), Nicola (Grace Stockdale), Joe Coots, Steven Booth, Kyle Taylor Parker, Lindsay Nicole Chambers, Joe Coots, Grace Stockdale, Craig Waletzko, Amelia Cormack, Mike Longo, Ross Lekites, Bonnie Milligan, David McDonald, Horace V Rogers, Anne Tolpegin, Anthony Picarello, Andrew Theo Johnson
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: A great capture of the touring production. This cast is absolutely incredible. Both Kyle and Steven are perfect in their roles and give powerhouse performances. Lindsay is a standout as well. Great vocals and acting from the entire cast. This is a perfect capture with no blackouts, no obstruction, and no washout. It’s filmed in 16:9, with a mix of wides, mediums, and close-ups. The sound is excellent. Includes curtain call, encore, Kyle’s BC/EFA speech, and playbill scans.
Kiss Me, Kate (2000, Broadway)
Cast: Brian Stokes Mitchell, Marin Mazzie, Amy Spanger, Kevin Neil McCready (u/s), Merwin Foard, John Horton, Adriane Lenox, Stanley Wayne Mathis, Michael Mulheren, Lee Wilkof
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: B+
Kiss of the Spider Woman (November 5, 1992, London, Shaftesbury Theatre)
Cast: Chita Rivera (Spiderwoman/Aurora), Brent Carver (Molina), Anthony Crivello (Valentin), Merle Louise (Molina’s Mother), Herndon Lackey (Warden), Kristi Carnahan (Marta), Philip Hernandez (Esteban), Michael McCormick (Marcos)
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Decent closeups considering the age, 2nd generation. B+
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La Cage Aux Folles (April 7th, 2010, Broadway)
Cast: Kelsey Grammer, Douglas Hodge, Fred Applegate, Veanne Cox, Chris Hoch, Elena Shaddow, A.J. Shively, Nick Adams, Christine Andreas, Sean A. Carmon, Nicholas Cunningham, Robin De Jesus, Sean Patrick Doyle, Daley Hensley, Logan Keslar, Terry Lavell, Heather Lindell, Bill Nolte, David Nathan Perlow, Cheryl Stern
Format: VOB
Notes: A Great Capture of the Broadway Revival. The cast is top notch and so much fun to watch! A.
Lady Be Good (February 5, 2015, NY)
Cast: Tommy Tune, Colin Donnell, Danny Gardner, Jeff Hiller, Erin Mackey, Patti Murin, Richard Poe, Douglas Sills, Jennifer Laura Thompson, Kirsten Wyatt, Charissa Bertels, Ward Billeisen, Kerry Conte, Darien Crago, Cody Davis, Christine DiGiallonardo, Leah Edwards, Drew Franklin, Joe Grandy, Tiffany Haas, Drew Humphrey, Megan Kelley, Cara Kjellman, Timothy McDevitt, Jason Mills, Kristyn Pope, Jake Primmerman, David Scott Purdy, Lindsay Roberts, and Kelly Sheehan
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Nicely filmed with mostly full stage shots for the dance numbers but close-ups as well. Very clear picture and sound. A.
Lady Day at Emerson's Bar & Grill (April 9, 2014, Broadway)
Cast: Audra McDonald, Shelton Becton, Roxie
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Beautiful HD capture of this wonderful show about one of the final shows of Billie Holiday. Audra McDonald does a divine job of taking on the role, beautifully sang and performed. Audra certainly makes her case for a sixth Tony win! A.
The Last Ship (October 1, 2014, Broadway)
Cast: Michael Esper, Rachel Tucker, Jimmy Nail, Fred Applegate, Aaron Lazar, Sally Ann Triplett, Collin Kelly-Sordelet
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Beautiful HD Broadway performance with no obstructions, of Sting's new musical. Wonderful changes to the show since the Chicago premiere, including the addition of Sting's "All This Time." Michael, Rachel and the entire cast do wonderful work! 2 DVD, A.
Legally Blonde (February 24 2007 , San Francisco, Closing Night)
Cast: Laura Bell Bundy (Elle), Christian Borle (Emmett), Orfeh (Paulette), Richard H. Blake (Warner), Kate Shindle (Vivienne), Michael Rupert (Professor Callahan), Nikki Snelson, (Brooke/Shandi), Leslie Kritzer (Serena), Annaleigh Ashford (Margot), DeQuina Moore (Pilar), Natalie Joy Johnson (Enid/Veronica)
Format: VOB
Notes: Great video and the best of the San Francisco vids. A.
Legally Blonde (September 9, 2007, Broadway)
Cast: Laura Bell Bundy (Elle), Noah Weisberg (u/s Emmett), Orfeh (Paulette), Michael Rupert (Callahan), Richard H. Blake (Warner), Kate Shindle (Vivienne), Nikki Snelson (Brooke), Andy Karl (Kyle), Annaleigh Ashford (Margot), Tracy Jai Edwards (Serena), Asmeret Ghebremichael (Pilar), Natalie Joy Johnson (Enid)
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: A wonderful capture with amazing closeups. 2 DVDs, A+
Lend Me a Tenor (March 23, 2010, Broadway)
Cast: Anthony LaPaglia, Tony Shalhoub, Justin Bartha, Brooke Adams, Mary Catherine Garrison, Jay Klaitz, Jan Maxwell, Jennifer Laura Thompson
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Nicely captured and occasional heads in the frame. Disc also features Interviews & Behind The Scenes Features. A-
Light in the Piazza, The (April 21, 2005, Broadway)
Cast: Victoria Clark, Kelli O'Hara, Matthew Morrison, Mark Harelik, Michael Berresse, and Sarah Uriate Berry
Format: VOB+smalls
The Lion King (November 16, 1997, Broadway)
Cast: Heather Headley, Jason Raize, Kevin Cahoon, John Vickery, Samuel E. Wright
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Filmed two nights after the show opened. Shot from the left box seat, making the angles extreme and blocking the upper stage right corner.You can also see into the wings occasionally. The clarity of a video this old is quite impressive. A.
The Little Mermaid (January 30, 2008, Broadway)
Cast: Sierra Boggess, Bret Shuford (U/S Prince Eric), Norm Lewis, Titus Burgess, Eddie Korbich, Trevor Braun, Tyler Maynard
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Great capture with great closups. The first 11 minutes after the overture are mostly blackouts due to late comers, after that no real problems. Bret did a nice job as understudy. Sierra and Sherie still rock with much greatness! Also includes the Part of Your World performance and interview on The View. A-
Little Mermaid (2015, Plays in the Park, NJ)
Cast: Emma McGahan (Ariel), Katie Riley (Ursula), Ben Menahem (Prince Eric), Scott Daniels (King Triton), Izzy Figueroa (Sebastian)
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Pro-shot. A condense version of the show, mostly done for kids. Runs about one hour.
Little Miss Sunshine (February 2, 2011, San Diego, CA)
Cast: Georgi James, Hunter Foster, Jennifer Laura Thompson, Malcolm Gets, Taylor Trensch, Dick Latessa)
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: First minute or so of act one is blacked out, and there are a few quick drop-outs throughout the show, but nothing major and overall very nice. A.
Little Shop of Horrors (May 4, 2009, Liverpool, UK)
Cast: Clare Buckfield, Damian Humbley, Sylvester McCoy, Alex Ferns, Donna Hines, Nadia Di Mambro, Lara Martin
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Opening Night video with no blackouts, shot in widescreen with good sound and colour throughout. A.
Little Shop of Horrors (July 1 2015, New York City Center Encores)
Cast: Ellen Greene, Jake Gyllenhaal, Tracy Nicole Chapman, Eddie Cooper, Joe Grifasi, Marva Hicks, Anwar Kareem, Ramona Keller, Taran Killam
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Opening Night filmed from the very back of City Center, so there is some spotlight washout that's never too bad and a head that's shot well around. A-
Little Shop of Horrors (July 2, 2015, New York City Center Encores)
Cast: Ellen Greene, Jake Gyllenhaal, Taran Killam, Eddie Cooper, Joe Grifasi, Tracy Nicole Chapman, Marva Hicks, Ramona Keller
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Beautiful HD capture of the Encores Summer Series. Ellen and Jake were perfection and this was the 2015 show that was not to be missed! The last 15 mins (customers coming in and song/scene finale don't feed the plants) are mostly blind shot, where a few times no action can be seen. Everything else is there and beautiful. A-
Little Women (December 10 or 11, 2004, Broadway)
Cast: Sutton Foster, Maureen McGovern,Amy Alexander, Janet Carroll, Danny Gurwin, John Hickok, Megan McGinnis, Jenny Powers, Robert Stattel, Jim Weitzer
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Excellent video capture of the show! A little spotlight washout in the first 15 mins. Sound is excellent throughout. Also includes short Preview piece from NY1. A.
Love's Labour's Lost (2010, London, Shakespeare's Globe) Pro Shot
Cast: Philip Cumbus, Trystan Gravelle, William Mannering, Jack Farthing
Format: avi
Love Letters (April 18, 2994, Miami)
Cast: Liza Minnelli, Desi Arnaz Jr.
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: One night only performance recorded at Miami's Coconut Grove Playhouse. Filmed from the audience and the camera is focused on Liza for about 97% of the show. Also footage of Liza leaving the theatre and getting into her limo. B+
Love Never Dies (April 29, 2010, Londen)
Cast: Ramin Karimloo, Sierra Boggess, Joseph Millson, Summer Strallen, Liz Robertson, Richard Linnell
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: missing about 25 minutes from Act 1(‘Beneath a Moonless Sky’ and ‘Once Upon Another Time’
Love Never Dies (June 25 2010, London)
Cast: Ramin Karimloo (Phantom), Sierra Boggess (Christine), Joseph Millson (Raoul), Summer Strallen (Meg Giry), Liz Robertson (Madame Giry)
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Pro-shot and complete from a house camera with no zooms. Nice video before the show was changed. A.
The Lyons (May 17, 2012, Broadway)
Cast: Linda Lavin, Dick Latessa, Michael Esper, Kate Jennings Grant, Brenda Pressley, Gregory Wooddell
Format: VOB
Notes: Great video with clear sound and good picture throughout, disc iincludes a NY1 interview with Linda Lavin. A.
The Habit of Art (April 22, 2010, London, England)
Cast: Richard Griffiths, Alex Jennings, Tom Attwood, Laurence Belcher, Danny Burns, Martin Chamberlain, Philip Childs, John Heffernan, Frances de la Tour
Format: mkv
Notes: Multiple cameras Proshot of the new production at the National Theatre. Broadcast live in cinemas through a satellite feed and this was captured from that feed. Perfect 5.1 sound and HD video. The original 1080p Files are available.
Hair (2007, Amstetten) Pro Shot
Cast: Mark Seibert, Rob Fowler, Sabine Mayer, Kudra Owens, Pehton Quirante, Ruben Heerenveen, Christa Helige, Lucca Züchner, Ramesh Nair
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: This is a great production and some great voices in the cast. A very modern style production of Hair. A+
Hairspray (January 31, 2006, Broadway)
Cast: Michelle Dowdy (Tracy u/s), John Pinette (Edna), Leah Hocking (Velma), Darlene Love (Maybelle), Becky Gulsvig (Amber), Tracy Miller (Penny), Tevin Campbell (Seaweed), Andrew Rannells (Link), Michael Cunio (Corny u/s), Stephan DeRosa (Wilbur), Julie Halston (Prudy), RIP EDNA aka John Pinette)
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Cover up during "it takes two". Good filming of the show. A-
Hairspray (October 16, 2007, London, OLC)
Cast: Michael Ball (Edna Turnblad), Mel Smith (Wilbur Turnblad), Leanne Jones (Tracy Turnblad), Ben James-Ellis (Link Larkin), Tracie Bennett (Velma von Tussle), Elinor Collett (Penny Pingleton), Johnnie Fiori (Motormouth Maybelle), Adrian Hansel (Seaweed), Rachael Wooding (Amber von Tussle)
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Beautifully captured featuring a great cast and matching energy from the audience. A.
Hamilton (July 2015, Broadway) LIMITED TRADE
Cast: Lin-Manuel Miranda, Phillipa Soo, Leslie Odom Jr., Renee Elise Goldsberry, Jonathan Groff, Daveed Diggs, Christopher Jackson, Jasmine Cephas Jones, Anthony Ramos
Format: VOB+smalls
Hamilton (December 29, 2015, Broadway) LIMITED TRADE
Cast: Lin-Manuel Miranda (Alexander Hamilton), Leslie Odom Jr. (Aaron Burr), Renee Elise Goldsberry (Angelica), Phillipa Soo (Eliza), Christopher Jackson (George Washington), Daveed Diggs (Lafayette/Thomas Jefferson), Okieriete Onaodowan (Hercules Mulligan/James Madison), Jonathan Groff (King George), Anthony Ramos (John Laurens/Phillip Hamilton), Jasmine Cephas Jones (Peggy Schuyler/Maria Reynolds)
Format: 2 mkv files
Notes: Amazing Quality!!
Hamlet (December 26, 2009, Royal Shakespeare Company) Pro Shot
Cast: David Tennant & Patrick Stewart
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: David Tennant and Patrick Stewart star in this critically acclaimed production of Shakespeare’s masterpiece from Britain’s renowned Royal Shakespeare Company. No recent stage production in Britain has attracted the excitement and nearly unanimous critical praise as this Hamlet. Tennant's interpretation was recognized as defining the role fora generation, and Stewart’s complex Claudius won the Olivier award, Britain’s highest stage honor. In this specially-shot screen version, filmed on location rather than in the theater, Tennant and Stewart reprise their roles. Dynamic, exciting and contemporary, it breathes new life into Shakespeare's greatest play.
Hamlet (October 15, 2015 London)
Cast: Benedict Cumberbatch, Ciaran Hinds, Siân Brooke, Anastasia Hille, Kobna Holdbrook-Smith, Jim Norton
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Multiple cameras Proshot of the new production at the Barbican Theatre. Broadcast live in cinemas through a satellite feed and this was captured from that feed. Perfect 5.1 sound and HD video. Includes a behind-the-scenes featurette and optional English, Russian and Swedish subtitles throughout the performance.
Hand to God (April 12, 2015, Broadway)
Cast: Steven Boyer, Geneva Carr, Marc Kudisch, Michael Oberholtzer, Sarah Stiles
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Beautiful HD capture of this hilarious new play. With glowing reviews this will for sure be a Tony contender. The cast is hysterically perfect with lightning fast paced comedy and larger than life characters! A+
The Hard Problem (April 16, 2015) Pro Shot
Cast: Olivia Vinall, Damien Molony, Anthony Calf, Kristin Atherton, Rosie Hilal, Parth Thakerar, Vera Chok, Jonathan Coy
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Multiple cameras Proshot of the new production at the National Theatre. Broadcast live in cinemas through a satellite feed and this was captured from that feed. Perfect 5.1 sound and HD video. The original 1080p Files are available, as well as a DVD VOB version. Includes a behind-the-scenes featurette and optional English subtitles throughout the performance.
Heathers (May 25, 2014 evening, Off-Broadway)
Cast: Barrett Wilbert Weed, Dan Domenech (u/s JD), Charissa Hogeland (u/s Heather Chandler), Alice Lee, Elle McLemore, Jon Eidson, Evan Todd, Katie Ladner, Antony Crivello, Daniel Cooney, Michelle Duffy, Matthew Schatz (u/s Hipster Dork/Officer McCord), Cait Fairbanks, Rachel Flynn, Molly Hager (u/s New Wave Party Girl), AJ Meijer, Dustin Sullivan
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: First minute of act one is blacked out, but otherwise fully intact with no blackouts and only slight washout in a few wide shots. A.
Hedwig and the Angry Inch (May 4, 2014, Broadway)
Cast: Neil Patrick Harris, Lena Hall, Justin Craig, Matt Duncan, Tim Mislock, Peter Yanowitz
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Stunning HD capture of the triple Tony winner with no obstructions. Sparkling, dazzling and moving production that merits all the noise it is making. This was the performance where a lady brought her dog to the show, and Hedwig had fun with that! Also includes Bonus footage from a different performance: Origin of Love, Wig in a Box, Wicked Little Town, Long Grift, Wicked Little Town (Gnosis Version), Midnight Radio. A+
Hedwig and the Angry Inch (August 20, 2014, Broadway)
Cast: Hedwig: Andrew Rannells Yitzhak: Lena Hall Skszp: Justin Craig Jacek: Matt Duncan Krzyzhtoff: Tim Mislock Schlatko: Peter Yanowitz
Format VOB+smalls
Notes: An amazing first performance by Andrew in this incredible show. He easily slips into Hedwig’s platform shoes with phenomenal vocals, tons of hilarious ad-libbing, and lively interaction with the audience and band members. A nice capture overall. There are no major blackouts, but the video occasionally wanders for a few seconds at a time. There are also heads on each side that block the action for a few seconds once in a while. It’s filmed in 16:9 mostly in mediums and close-ups, with a few wide shots. The sound is excellent as usual. The show is 95 minutes on one disc with no intermission. Includes curtain call and playbill scans.
Hedwig and the Angry Inch (August 31 2014, Broadway)
Cast: Andrew Rannells and Lena Hall
Format: VOB
Notes: Beautiful HD capture of Andrew stepping in to the role. He gives a great performance and makes it his own, with his own jokes and characterizations. Great comparison to Neil and follow up. Lena has only gotten stronger in the role and holds out an amazing riff! A+
Hedwig and the Angry Inch (November 5, 2014, Broadway)
Cast: Michael C. Hall (Hedwig), Lena Hall (Yitzhak), Justin Craig (Skszp), Matt Duncan (Jacek), Tim Mislock (Krzyzhtoff), Peter Yanowitz (Schlatko)
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Beautiful HD capture of Michael stepping into Hedwig's heels. He does a wonderful job and a darker performance, which I really enjoyed. Lena also does the BCEFA speech at the end as Cyndi Lauper, which is hilarious! A+
Hedwig and the Angry Inch (December 27, 2014, Broadway)
Cast: Hedwig: Michael C Hall Yitzhak: Lena Hall Skszp: Justin Craig Jacek: Matt Duncan Krzyzhtoff: Tim Mislock Schlatko: Peter Yanowitz
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: A nice capture of Michael’s run. Some great acting choices and improvisations from him makes for a fantastic show. There is one head that obstructs the front/center of the stage, but it’s worked around well and rarely affects the action. There are a couple quick dropouts, but no major blackouts. It’s filmed in 16:9, with a mix of wides, mediums, and close-ups. The sound is excellent. Includes curtain call and playbill scans.
Hedwig and the Angry Inch (January 31, 2015, Broadway)
Cast: John Cameron Mitchell and Lena Hall
Format: VOB
Notes: Beautiful HD capture of John's triumphant return to the role of Hedwig. So many changes, lines, ad-libs and jokes. This has been one of the most amazing shows I have ever attended, a masterclass! A+
Hedwig and the Angry Inch (April 11, 2015, Broadway)
Cast: John Cameron Mitchell and Shannon Conley
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Excellent HD capture of JCM with "The Original Cast." This was done during the week Shannon filled in for Yitzhak full time. Great performances and Rolodex of jokes from John, with hilarious Grindr guy on stage! A.
Hedwig and the Angry Inch (May 7, 2015, Broadway)
Cast: Darren Criss and Rebecca Naomi Jones
Format: VOB
Notes: Beautiful HD capture of Darren and Rebecca who recently joined the production. Darren really did a stunning take on Hedwig with the deck stacked against him. Great performance, new vocals and filled his own set of high heels! A very worthy successor to JCM and thoroughly entertaining! A+
Hedwig and the Angry Inch (July 3, 2015, Broadway)
Cast: Darren Criss, Rebecca Naomi Jones
Format: VOB
Notes: Excellent HD capture of Darren toward the end of his run. Some great new jokes and variations on the songs. He has really settled, evolved and grown wonderfully in the role! A.
Hedwig And The Angry Inch (July 22, 2015, Broadway)
Cast: Taye Diggs and Rebecca Naomi Jones
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Excellent HD capture of Taye's first performance as Hedwig. He added a lot of material and even an improv song about hair extentions. He messed up some lines and the show ran almost 20 minutes longer then normal. A.
The Heiress (October 13, 2012, Broadway)
Cast: Jessica Chastain, David Strathairn, Dan Stevens, Virginia Kull, Judith Ivey, Keiran Campion, Molly Camp, Dee Nelson
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Complete show and mostly steady shots with some shakiness between scenes. A-
Henry V (October 21, 2015 London)
Cast: Alex Hassell, Oliver Ford Davies, Joshua Richards , Sean Chapman, Jennifer Kirby, Jane Lapotaire, Jim Hooper, Daniel Abbott, Keith Osborn
Format: mkw/VOB+smalls
Notes: Multiple cameras Proshot of the new production at the RSC. The 1080p Files are available, as well as VOB version.
High Society (April 19, 1998, Broadway)
Cast: OBC, Anna Kendrick, Melissa Errico, Daniel McDonald, Marc Kudish, Randy Graff, Stephen Bogradus
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Great capture of this show with only mild generation loss. 1 DVD, B+
The History Boys (May 6, 2006, Broadway)
Cast: Samuel Anderson, Richard Griffiths, Samuel Barnett, Dominic Cooper, Clive Merrison, James Corden, Frances De LaTour, Sacha Dhawan, Andrew Knott, Clive Merrison, Stephen Capbell Moore, Jamie Parker, Russell Tovey
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Great close ups and sound throughout. Includes interview with Richard Griffiths and Theatre Talk interview with Alan Bennett, from master. A+
Honeymoon in Vegas (December 5, 2014, Broadway)
Cast: Rob McClure, Tony Danza, Brynn O'Malley, David Josefsberg, Nancy Opel, Matthew Saldivar
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Good video with clear picture and sound; a head pops up once in a while but is worked around well; Nancy Opel gets stuck in the rigging at the end of the show and crowd loves it; very nice video! A.
Honk (June 2000, Beverly, MA) Pro Shot
Cast: Gavin Creel, James Hindman, Nancy Opel, Ken Prymus, Natasha Harper, Mary Stout
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: From the North Shore Music Theatre. Pro shot using multiple cameras, performed in the round. Another great production of NSMT- Some Generation loss but not bad at all considering it's age.
How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying (1996, US Tour) Pro Shot
Cast: Ralph Macchio, Roger Bart, Shauna Hicks, Richard Thomsen, Pamela Blair, voice of Walter Cronkite
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Recorded through the house camera, so it's a stationary full stage shot with sound patched directly from the sound board into the camera. Tour based on the 95 Broadway revival. B.
How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying (February 28, 2011, Broadway)
Cast: Daniel Radcliffe, John Larroquette, Rose Hemingway, Tammy Blanchard, Christopher J. Hanke, Mary Faber, Rob Bartlett, Ellen Harvey, Michael Park, Cameron Adams, Cleve Asbury, Tanya Birl, Kevin Cobert, Paige Faure, David Hull, Justin Keyes, Marty Lawson, Barrett Martin, Nick Mayo, Sarah O'Gleby, Stephanie Rothenberg, Megan Sikora, Joey Sorge, Ryan Watkinson, Charlie Williams, Samantha Zack, Anderson Cooper
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Great video with no obstructions and great closeups throughout. Disc also includes around 45 minutes of reviews, opening night footage and interviews. A.
How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying (January 11, 2012, Broadway)
Cast: Darren Criss, Beau Bridges, Rose Hemingway, Tammy Blanchard, Christopher J. Hanke, Michael Park, Holly Ann Butler as (u/s) Smitty, Ellen Harvey, Rob Bartlett
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Excellent capture of Darren's three week stint with the show. Tons of excitement from the audience which made the cast sparkle even more. Show is top shape and Darren is charming as one would expect! A.
How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying (February 4 2012, Broadway)
Cast: Nick Jonas (J. Pierrepont Finch), Beau Bridges (J.B. Biggley), Rose Hemingway (Rosemary Pilkington), Tammy Blanchard (Hedy LaRue), Michael Urie (Bud Frump), Mary Faber (Smitty), Ellen Harvey (Miss Jones), Michael Park (Bert Bratt), Rob Bartlett (Twimble/Wally Womper)
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Excellent capture of Nick and Michael who had just joined the cast. Nick and Michael do a great job of stepping into the role and making it their own! A.
The Hunchback of Notre Dame (8 November 2014, Pre-Broadway, La Jolla Playhouse)
Cast: Michael Arden (Quasimodo), Patrick Page (Dom Claude Frollo), Ciara Renée (Esmeralda), Andrew Samonsky (Captain Phoebus de Martin), Erik Liberman (Clopin Trouillefou), Neal Lucas Coleman (Jehan), Samantha Massell (Florika), Ian Patrick Gibb (Lieutenant Frederic Charlus)
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: A great capture of the American premiere at La Jolla Playhouse. The incredibly talented cast delivers the score beautifully. Michael and Ciara both give powerhouse performances. This is a perfect capture with no blackouts, no obstruction, and just slight washout in some wide shots. It’s filmed in 16:9, with a mix of wides, mediums, and close-ups. The sound is excellent. Includes curtain call and playbill scans.
The Hunchback of Notre Dame (April 5, 2015, Millburn, NJ, Final performance)
Cas: Michael Arden, Patrick Page, Ciara Renee, Andrew Samonsky, Erik Liberman, Ian Patrick Gibb, Jeremy Stolle, Samantha Massell, William Michals, Richard Ruiz, Beth Kirkpatrick, Neal Mayer
Format: mp4
Notes: Full show with Beautiful HD capture, slight blackout for thirty seconds early on in video, but otherwise amazing picture!
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I Am My Own Wife (November 19, 2003, Broadway)
Cast: Jefferson Mays
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: A-
Iceman Cometh, The (April 26, 2012, Chicago, IL)
Cast: Nathan Lane, Brian Dennehy, Stephen Ouimette, Marc Grapey, SalvatoreInzerillo, Larry Neumann, Jr., John Judd
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Great capture from the 2012 Goodman Theatre production, in which the full cast would transfer to BAM in 2015 to reprise their roles. Production ran four hours long, not including intermission! A-
If/Then (March 8, 2014, Broadway)
Cast: Idina Menzel, LaChanze, Anthony Rapp, James Snyder, Jerry Dixon, Jenn Colella, Jason Tam, Tamika Lawrence
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Beautiful HD capture with no obstructions. Has some variations from the PreBroadway version, including cut songs, added songs and scenes. This version seems more streamlined and a great piece. A.
If/Then (August 30, 204, Broadway)
Cast: Jackie Burns (Elizabeth s/b), Charles Hagerty (Josh u/s), Curtis Holbrook as (temp) Lucas, LaChanze, Jenn Colella, Jerry Dixon, Jason Tam, Tamika Lawrence
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Stunning HD capture of Jackie and Charles in the lead roles. Jackie gives a flawless and powerful performance, which was beautifully sung. Flawless capture with no obstructions! A+
If/Then (Feb. 22, 2015, Broadway)
Cast: Jackie Burns (s/b), LaChanze, Anthony Rapp, James Snyder, Jerry Dixon, DeeDee Magno Hall (u/s), Jason Tam, Tamika Lawrence
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Excellent HD capture of one of Jackie's final performances. This day promo footage was being filmed and her parents were sitting right behind me. She held the final note in Starting Over for 19 seconds, such a wonderful performance! A.
If/Then (October 13, 2015, 1st National Tour Denver, Colorado)
Cast: Idina Menzel, LaChanze, Anthony Rapp, James Snyder, Janine DiVita, Daren A. Herbert, Marc Delacruz)
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Beautiful HD capture of the very first performance on tour. The cast was full of energy and really ready to perform the show, since the Broadway closing. I have never heard Idina sing the score as she had this night, great new riffs, variations and such power, nailed it!
If/Then (January 24, 2016 Tour, Idina’s Last) LIMITED TRADE
Idina Menzel, Trey Ellett (u/s), LaChanze, James Snyder, Daren A Herbert, Janine DiVita, Marc delaCruz, Kyra Faith, Corey Greenan, Cliffton Hall, Xavier Cano, Alicia Taylor Tomasko, Tyler McGee, English Bernhardt, DeeDee Magno Hall
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: An emotional performance by the whole cast, particularly Idina. Her feelings overcome her during Always Starting Over and the Finale, leading to roaring cheers of support from the crowd. There is also a fantastic blooper during What If: Elizabeth’s phone rings and the phone is not in her pocket. Chaos ensues. A really fantastic capture with no obstruction, no washout, and just two quick dropouts in act one. It’s filmed in 16:9, with a mix of wides, mediums, and close-ups. The sound is excellent. Includes curtain call and playbill scans. A.
If there is, I haven't found it yet (September 13, 2012 ,Off-Broadway)
Cast: Jake Gylenhaal, Annie Funke, Michelle Gomez, Brian F. O'Bryne
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Good video with clear picture and sound, the last 10 minutes of this video are from 9/19/12. A.
The Importance of Being Earnest (February 11, 2011, Broadway)
Cast: Brian Bedford, Dana Ivey, Paxton Whitehead, Amanda Leigh Cobb, Santino Fontana, David Furr, Tim MacDonald, Paul O'Brien, Charlotte Parry, Sara Topham
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Railing at the bottom of the screen present in wide/medium shots. Disc includes 20 minutes of Opening Night footage and Interviews. A-
The Importance of Being Earnest (October 8, 2015 London)
Cast: David Suchet, Emily Barber, Michael Benz, Philip Cumbus, Imogen Doel, Michele Dotrice, Richard O'Callaghan, David Killick, Brendan Hooper
Format: mkv
Notes: Multiple cameras Proshot of the new production at the Vaudeville Theatre. Broadcast live in cinemas through a satellite feed and this was captured from that feed. Perfect 5.1 sound and HD video. The original 1080p Files are available, as well as a DVD VOB version. Includes a behind-the-scenes featurette and optional English, Spanish and German subtitles throughout the performance.
In The Heights (February 14 2008, Broadway)
Cast: Lin-Manuel Miranda, Karen Olivo, Mandy Gonzalez, Christopher Jackson, Olga Merediz, Robin De Jesus, Carlos Gomez, Priscilla Lopez, Andrea Burns, Janet Dacal, Eliseo Roman, Seth Stewart
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: A good capture of the first performance and audience energy to match. Full stage shot for most of the ensemble numbers, cast had great energy. A-
In The Heights (May 18 2008, Broadway)
Cast: Lin-Manuel Miranda, Krysta Rodriguez (u/s Vanessa), Andrea Burns, Stephanie Klemons (u/s Carla), Robin De Jesus, Carlos Gomez, Mandy Gonzales, Christopher Jackson, Priscilla Lopez, Olga Merediz, Seth Stewart
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Brief coverup for latecomers but no heads in the way. Clear picture with closeups and good sound, from the master. A-
Into the Woods (July 29, 2012, Central Park, NY)
Cast: Donna Murphy, Amy Adams, Chip Zien, Denis O'Hare, Gideon Glick, Jessie Mueller, Sarah Stiles, Ellen Harvey, Ivan Hernandez, Josh Lamon, Laura Shoop, Tess Soltau, Kristine Zbornik, Jack Broderick, Eric Williams (u/s Rapunzel's Prince), Glenn Close
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Great HD capture of the much hyped Shakespeare in the Park Production. Beautifully thought out and executed production with a few flubs and bloopers that are hilarious. Donna and Amy were just sensational! A-
Into the Woods Reunion Concert (November 9, 2014, Costa Mesa, CA)
Cast: Stephen Sondheim,James Lapine,Bernadette Peters,Joanna Gleason,Chip Zien,Robert Westenberg,Kim Crosby,Danielle Ferland,Ben Wright, moderated by Mo Rocca
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: A great capture of this historic reunion in Costa Mesa. The cast and creative team sits down to talk about their experiences and what they’re doing now, as well as perform songs from the show. The reminiscing includes discussions of the Wolf’s pendulous anatomy, cut scenes/songs, backstage secrets, and a potential sequel. This is perfectly captured from start to finish with no blackouts, no obstruction, and no washout. It’s filmed in 16:9, with a mix of wides, mediums, and close-ups. The sound is excellent. Includes curtain call and playbill scans.
Into the Woods (July 27, 2015, St. Louis, MO) LIMITED TRADE
Cast: Heather Headley, Rob McClure, Erin Dilly, Ken Page, Elena Shaddow, Ryan Silverman, Andrew Samonsky, Jason Gotay, Sara Kapner, Ellen Harvey
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Beautiful HD capture of Heather's return to the theater as The Witch. Heather brought her signature voice and acting chops to the stage. Great performances from everyone at the famous outdoor venue! A.
It Shoulda Been You (April 11, 2015, Broadway)
Cast: Sierra Boggess, Tyne Daly, Harriet Harris, Lisa Howard, David Burtka, Montego Glover, Josh Grisetti, Adam Heller, Edward Hibbert, Michael X. Martin, Anne L. Nathan, Nick Spangler, Chip Zien
Format: VOB
Notes: Excellent HD video filmed from center mezzanine with very clear picture, nice close-ups and great sound. A.
It Shoulda Been You (July 21 2015, Broadway) LIMITED TRADE
Cast: Sierra Boggess, Tyne Daly, Harriet Harris, Chip Zien, Edward Hibbert, Lisa Howard, Montego Glover, Brian Howard, Josh Grisetti, Adam Heller, Michael X. Martin, Nick Spangler, Anne L. Nathan
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Very nice HD video with clear picture and excellent sound, with updated cast. A
It's Only a Play (December 29, 2014, Broadway)
Cast: Nathan Lane (James Wicker), Matthew Broderick (Peter Austin), Megan Mullally (Julie Budder), Stockard Channing (Virginia Noyes), Rupert Grint (Frank Finger), F. Murray Abraham (Ira Drew), Micah Stock (Gus P Head)
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: A good capture of the play’s original cast. The play is absolutely hysterical — Nathan, Megan, and Micah being particularly fantastic. This capture has no washout and only minor obstruction, but most of the first 26 minutes of Act One are blacked out. After that, the show is very nicely captured with just one head that can occasionally be seen at the bottom of the screen and does not affect the action. It’s filmed in 16:9, with a mix of wides, mediums, and close-ups. The sound is very good overall, but there is more shuffling and static than usual; all of the dialogue is listenable. Includes playbill scans.
It's Only a Play (January 31, 2015, Broadway)
Cast: Matthew Broderick, Martin Short, Stockard Channing, Katie Finneran, F. Murray Abraham, Maulik Pancholy, Micah Stock
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Beautiful HD capture of this hilarious play. This features the new cast after the theater switch. Everyone did a wonderful job and was such a great time! A.
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Jane Eyre (November 18, 2000, Broadway)
Cast: Marla Schaffel, James Barbour, Mary Stout, Stephen R. Buntrock
Format: VOB+smalls
Jane Eyre Broadway (November 25, 2000, Broadway)
Cast: Marla Schaffel, James Barbour, Mart Stout, Gina Lamparella
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Very nice capture, many zooms. A-
Jane Eyre (December 8, 2015, London)
Cast: Madeleine Worrall, Felix Hayes, Ellena Vincent, Stevie Thompson, Maggie Tagney, Richard Hurst, Laura Elphinstone, Elly Condron
Format: VOB+smalls
Cast: Multiple cameras Proshot of the new production at the National Theatre. Broadcast live in cinemas through a satellite feed and this was captured from that feed. Perfect 5.1 sound and HD video. Includes a featurette and optional subtitles in English and Swedish throughout the performance.
Jekyll and Hyde (December 19, 1999, Broadway)
Cast: Joseph Mahowald (U/s Jekyll/Hyde) Christy Tarr (U/s Emma) Colleen Sexton (U/s Lucy) Stuart Marland (U/s John Utterson) Craig Schulman, Douglas Ladnie)
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Not bad for the age, nice close-ups. A-
Jekyll and Hyde (March 19, 2013, Chicago, US Tour)
Cast: Constantine Maroulis (Jekyll/Hyde), Deborah Cox (Lucy), Teal Wicks (Emma), Richard White (Sir Danvers Crew), Laird Mackintosh (John Utterson), Blair Ross (Lady Beaconsfield), Jason Wooten (Simon Stride), Brian Gallagher (Lord Savage), David Benoit (Bishop of Basinstroke)
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Beautiful HD Capture of the final stop before heading to Broadway with no obstructions. A reimagined revival of the classic Wildhorn musical. Deborah's vocals are always gorgeous! A.
Jersey Boys (November 9, 2012, US 2nd National Tour)
Cast: Brandon Andrus (Nick Massi), Stephen Cerf (u/s Tommy Devito), Jason Kappus (Bob Gaudio), Brad Weinstock (Frankie Valli), Barry Anderson (Bob Crewe)
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Great vocals from the 2nd National Tour. Complete show, including curtain calls and BCEFA speech. Slight shakiness in between scenes but generally very steady and clear. 2 DVDs. A.
Jersey Boys (August 19, 2015, Broadway)
Cast: Joseph Leo Bwarie, Jared Bradshaw (Tommy u/s), Matt Bogart, Quinn Van Antwerp, Miles Aubrey, Candi Boyd, Cara Cooper
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Excellent HD video with clear picture and wonderful sound, very nice video. A.
Jesus Christ Superstar (April 14, 1996, Boston Rock Opera) Pro Shot
Cast: Gary Cherone, Doug Thoms, Kay Hanley)
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Proshot! Rockin’ production.
Jesus Christ Superstar (2003, Florida)
Cast: Sebastian Bach, Carl Anderson, Natalie Toro
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Footage from two different cameras compiled together to make a complete, multi-cam video. Both shots are from different shows so at times the sound will get a hair off sync with the 2nd video source.
Jesus Christ Superstar (2012, UK, Arena Tour) Proshot
Cast: Tim Minchin (Judas), Ben Forster (Jesus), Melanie C (Mary Magdalene), Chris Moyles (King Herod), Alexander Hanson (Pontius Pilate), Pete Gallagher (Caiaphas), Gerard Bentall (Annas), Michael Pickering (Peter), Giovanni Spano (Simon Zealotes)
Format: mp4
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (2011, UK Tour)
Cast: Keith Jack, Jennifer Potts, David Gwyn (Jacob/Potiphar u/s), Adam Jarrell, Kevin Groga
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: A magnificent colorful capture with action well followed in wide-screen featuring Keith Jack as Joseph who placed second in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Any Dream will do series. A+
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The King and I (June 1992, Witchita, KS)
Cast: Kristin Chenoweth, Richard White, Linda Michelle, Nexdra Dixon, Etta Wang, Ethan Le Phong
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Early Kristin Chenoweth appearance as Tuptim when she was billed as Kristi D. Chenoweth.
The King and I (March 15, 2015, Broadway)
Cast: Kelli O'Hara, Ken Watanabe, Ruthie Ann Miles, Ashley Park, Conrad Ricamora, Edward Baker-Duly, Jon Viktor Corpuz, Murphy Guyer, Jake Lucas, Paul Nakauchi
Format: VOB
Notes: Beautiful HD capture of this stunning revival. Kelli gives a beautiful performance as Anna, as does the entire cast in this lavish production! A.
The King and I (March 28, 2015, Broadway)
Cast: Kelli O'Hara, Ken Watanabe, Edward Baker-Duly, Jon Viktor Corpuz, Murphy Guyer, Jake Lucas, Ruthie Ann Miles, Paul Nakauchi, Marc Oka, Ashley Park, Conrad Ricamora, Adriana Braganza, Amaya Braganza, LaMae Caparas, Hsin-Ping Chang, Andrew Cheng, Lynn Masako Cheng, Olivia Chun, Ali Ewoldt, Ethan Halford Holder, Cole Horibe, MaryAnn Hu
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Excellent HD video filmed from center mezzanine with very clear picture, very nice close-ups and good clear sound. A.
King Lear (London May 1, 2014) Proshot
Cast: Simon Russell Beale, Adrian Scarborough, Anna Maxwell Martin, Kate Fleetwood, Olivia Vinall, Stanley Townsend, Michael Nardone, Paapa Essiedu, Richard Clothier, Tom Brooke, Stephen Boxer)
Format: mkv
Notes: Multiple cameras Pro-Shot of the new production at the National Theatre. Perfect 5.1 sound and HD video.
Kinky Boots (November 15, 2014, National Tour)
Cast: Charlie Price (Steven Booth), Lola (Kyle Taylor Parker), Lauren (Lidsany Nicole Chambers), Nicola (Grace Stockdale), Joe Coots, Steven Booth, Kyle Taylor Parker, Lindsay Nicole Chambers, Joe Coots, Grace Stockdale, Craig Waletzko, Amelia Cormack, Mike Longo, Ross Lekites, Bonnie Milligan, David McDonald, Horace V Rogers, Anne Tolpegin, Anthony Picarello, Andrew Theo Johnson
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: A great capture of the touring production. This cast is absolutely incredible. Both Kyle and Steven are perfect in their roles and give powerhouse performances. Lindsay is a standout as well. Great vocals and acting from the entire cast. This is a perfect capture with no blackouts, no obstruction, and no washout. It’s filmed in 16:9, with a mix of wides, mediums, and close-ups. The sound is excellent. Includes curtain call, encore, Kyle’s BC/EFA speech, and playbill scans.
Kiss Me, Kate (2000, Broadway)
Cast: Brian Stokes Mitchell, Marin Mazzie, Amy Spanger, Kevin Neil McCready (u/s), Merwin Foard, John Horton, Adriane Lenox, Stanley Wayne Mathis, Michael Mulheren, Lee Wilkof
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: B+
Kiss of the Spider Woman (November 5, 1992, London, Shaftesbury Theatre)
Cast: Chita Rivera (Spiderwoman/Aurora), Brent Carver (Molina), Anthony Crivello (Valentin), Merle Louise (Molina’s Mother), Herndon Lackey (Warden), Kristi Carnahan (Marta), Philip Hernandez (Esteban), Michael McCormick (Marcos)
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Decent closeups considering the age, 2nd generation. B+
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La Cage Aux Folles (April 7th, 2010, Broadway)
Cast: Kelsey Grammer, Douglas Hodge, Fred Applegate, Veanne Cox, Chris Hoch, Elena Shaddow, A.J. Shively, Nick Adams, Christine Andreas, Sean A. Carmon, Nicholas Cunningham, Robin De Jesus, Sean Patrick Doyle, Daley Hensley, Logan Keslar, Terry Lavell, Heather Lindell, Bill Nolte, David Nathan Perlow, Cheryl Stern
Format: VOB
Notes: A Great Capture of the Broadway Revival. The cast is top notch and so much fun to watch! A.
Lady Be Good (February 5, 2015, NY)
Cast: Tommy Tune, Colin Donnell, Danny Gardner, Jeff Hiller, Erin Mackey, Patti Murin, Richard Poe, Douglas Sills, Jennifer Laura Thompson, Kirsten Wyatt, Charissa Bertels, Ward Billeisen, Kerry Conte, Darien Crago, Cody Davis, Christine DiGiallonardo, Leah Edwards, Drew Franklin, Joe Grandy, Tiffany Haas, Drew Humphrey, Megan Kelley, Cara Kjellman, Timothy McDevitt, Jason Mills, Kristyn Pope, Jake Primmerman, David Scott Purdy, Lindsay Roberts, and Kelly Sheehan
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Nicely filmed with mostly full stage shots for the dance numbers but close-ups as well. Very clear picture and sound. A.
Lady Day at Emerson's Bar & Grill (April 9, 2014, Broadway)
Cast: Audra McDonald, Shelton Becton, Roxie
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Beautiful HD capture of this wonderful show about one of the final shows of Billie Holiday. Audra McDonald does a divine job of taking on the role, beautifully sang and performed. Audra certainly makes her case for a sixth Tony win! A.
The Last Ship (October 1, 2014, Broadway)
Cast: Michael Esper, Rachel Tucker, Jimmy Nail, Fred Applegate, Aaron Lazar, Sally Ann Triplett, Collin Kelly-Sordelet
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Beautiful HD Broadway performance with no obstructions, of Sting's new musical. Wonderful changes to the show since the Chicago premiere, including the addition of Sting's "All This Time." Michael, Rachel and the entire cast do wonderful work! 2 DVD, A.
Legally Blonde (February 24 2007 , San Francisco, Closing Night)
Cast: Laura Bell Bundy (Elle), Christian Borle (Emmett), Orfeh (Paulette), Richard H. Blake (Warner), Kate Shindle (Vivienne), Michael Rupert (Professor Callahan), Nikki Snelson, (Brooke/Shandi), Leslie Kritzer (Serena), Annaleigh Ashford (Margot), DeQuina Moore (Pilar), Natalie Joy Johnson (Enid/Veronica)
Format: VOB
Notes: Great video and the best of the San Francisco vids. A.
Legally Blonde (September 9, 2007, Broadway)
Cast: Laura Bell Bundy (Elle), Noah Weisberg (u/s Emmett), Orfeh (Paulette), Michael Rupert (Callahan), Richard H. Blake (Warner), Kate Shindle (Vivienne), Nikki Snelson (Brooke), Andy Karl (Kyle), Annaleigh Ashford (Margot), Tracy Jai Edwards (Serena), Asmeret Ghebremichael (Pilar), Natalie Joy Johnson (Enid)
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: A wonderful capture with amazing closeups. 2 DVDs, A+
Lend Me a Tenor (March 23, 2010, Broadway)
Cast: Anthony LaPaglia, Tony Shalhoub, Justin Bartha, Brooke Adams, Mary Catherine Garrison, Jay Klaitz, Jan Maxwell, Jennifer Laura Thompson
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Nicely captured and occasional heads in the frame. Disc also features Interviews & Behind The Scenes Features. A-
Light in the Piazza, The (April 21, 2005, Broadway)
Cast: Victoria Clark, Kelli O'Hara, Matthew Morrison, Mark Harelik, Michael Berresse, and Sarah Uriate Berry
Format: VOB+smalls
The Lion King (November 16, 1997, Broadway)
Cast: Heather Headley, Jason Raize, Kevin Cahoon, John Vickery, Samuel E. Wright
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Filmed two nights after the show opened. Shot from the left box seat, making the angles extreme and blocking the upper stage right corner.You can also see into the wings occasionally. The clarity of a video this old is quite impressive. A.
The Little Mermaid (January 30, 2008, Broadway)
Cast: Sierra Boggess, Bret Shuford (U/S Prince Eric), Norm Lewis, Titus Burgess, Eddie Korbich, Trevor Braun, Tyler Maynard
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Great capture with great closups. The first 11 minutes after the overture are mostly blackouts due to late comers, after that no real problems. Bret did a nice job as understudy. Sierra and Sherie still rock with much greatness! Also includes the Part of Your World performance and interview on The View. A-
Little Mermaid (2015, Plays in the Park, NJ)
Cast: Emma McGahan (Ariel), Katie Riley (Ursula), Ben Menahem (Prince Eric), Scott Daniels (King Triton), Izzy Figueroa (Sebastian)
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Pro-shot. A condense version of the show, mostly done for kids. Runs about one hour.
Little Miss Sunshine (February 2, 2011, San Diego, CA)
Cast: Georgi James, Hunter Foster, Jennifer Laura Thompson, Malcolm Gets, Taylor Trensch, Dick Latessa)
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: First minute or so of act one is blacked out, and there are a few quick drop-outs throughout the show, but nothing major and overall very nice. A.
Little Shop of Horrors (May 4, 2009, Liverpool, UK)
Cast: Clare Buckfield, Damian Humbley, Sylvester McCoy, Alex Ferns, Donna Hines, Nadia Di Mambro, Lara Martin
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Opening Night video with no blackouts, shot in widescreen with good sound and colour throughout. A.
Little Shop of Horrors (July 1 2015, New York City Center Encores)
Cast: Ellen Greene, Jake Gyllenhaal, Tracy Nicole Chapman, Eddie Cooper, Joe Grifasi, Marva Hicks, Anwar Kareem, Ramona Keller, Taran Killam
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Opening Night filmed from the very back of City Center, so there is some spotlight washout that's never too bad and a head that's shot well around. A-
Little Shop of Horrors (July 2, 2015, New York City Center Encores)
Cast: Ellen Greene, Jake Gyllenhaal, Taran Killam, Eddie Cooper, Joe Grifasi, Tracy Nicole Chapman, Marva Hicks, Ramona Keller
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Beautiful HD capture of the Encores Summer Series. Ellen and Jake were perfection and this was the 2015 show that was not to be missed! The last 15 mins (customers coming in and song/scene finale don't feed the plants) are mostly blind shot, where a few times no action can be seen. Everything else is there and beautiful. A-
Little Women (December 10 or 11, 2004, Broadway)
Cast: Sutton Foster, Maureen McGovern,Amy Alexander, Janet Carroll, Danny Gurwin, John Hickok, Megan McGinnis, Jenny Powers, Robert Stattel, Jim Weitzer
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Excellent video capture of the show! A little spotlight washout in the first 15 mins. Sound is excellent throughout. Also includes short Preview piece from NY1. A.
Love's Labour's Lost (2010, London, Shakespeare's Globe) Pro Shot
Cast: Philip Cumbus, Trystan Gravelle, William Mannering, Jack Farthing
Format: avi
Love Letters (April 18, 2994, Miami)
Cast: Liza Minnelli, Desi Arnaz Jr.
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: One night only performance recorded at Miami's Coconut Grove Playhouse. Filmed from the audience and the camera is focused on Liza for about 97% of the show. Also footage of Liza leaving the theatre and getting into her limo. B+
Love Never Dies (April 29, 2010, Londen)
Cast: Ramin Karimloo, Sierra Boggess, Joseph Millson, Summer Strallen, Liz Robertson, Richard Linnell
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: missing about 25 minutes from Act 1(‘Beneath a Moonless Sky’ and ‘Once Upon Another Time’
Love Never Dies (June 25 2010, London)
Cast: Ramin Karimloo (Phantom), Sierra Boggess (Christine), Joseph Millson (Raoul), Summer Strallen (Meg Giry), Liz Robertson (Madame Giry)
Format: VOB+smalls
Notes: Pro-shot and complete from a house camera with no zooms. Nice video before the show was changed. A.
The Lyons (May 17, 2012, Broadway)
Cast: Linda Lavin, Dick Latessa, Michael Esper, Kate Jennings Grant, Brenda Pressley, Gregory Wooddell
Format: VOB
Notes: Great video with clear sound and good picture throughout, disc iincludes a NY1 interview with Linda Lavin. A.