- Actors: Kevin Anderson, George Lee Andrews, Harolyn Blackwell, Peter Blanchet, The Boys Choir of Harlem
- Directors: Kirk Browning
- Writers: David Thompson
- Format: Colour, DVD-Video, Full Screen, NTSC
- Language English
- Region: All Regions
- Aspect Ratio: 4:3 - 1.33:1
- Number of discs: 1
- Classification: Exempt
- Studio: Bmg
- DVD Release Date: 2 Oct 2006
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
- ASIN: B00005UKIW
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 48,843 in Film & TV (See Top 100 in Film & TV)
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
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I have been a Sondheim fan for years, unfortunately not all of his works are available via the UK so I have to go to the US to satisfy some of my needs. This DVD fulfills many of the requirements although it was made in 1992 and therefore does not cover later writings - how I wish other concerts were available including the celebration of his Birthday at the Albert Hall, London earlier this year. However, there is a lot to be thankful for here, particularly Bill Irwin's zany humour in his opening 'Evening Introduction' and later his duet with Karen Ziemba 'Sooner or Later' from "Dick Tracy". The number to die for is Dorothy Loudens mix of two songs, one from "Follies" and the other from "Company" - I can't stop playing it. Liza Minnelli is Liza Minnelli and all others contribute to the evenings affection for the composer. If disappoint has to be found it is with Glenn Close's version of 'Send In The Clowns' from "A Little Night Music", not a patch on Judy Dench at the Albert Hall.
All in all a great disc that will provide hours of enjoyment. Make sure its in your collection.
All in all a great disc that will provide hours of enjoyment. Make sure its in your collection.
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27 of 27 people found the following review helpful
Disappointed that the full performance not shown
15 Nov 2000
I am a huge Sondheim fan, but I am disappointed that some of the performances that made the CD recording did not make it to the videotape. For example, the medley of "Waiting for the Girls Upstairs - Love, I Hear - Live Alone and Like It" would have been enjoyable to watch, as was the "Remember" piece from "A Little Night Music." It makes an uneducated viewer wonder why these people join everyone in singing the end to "A Weekend in the Country." The order in which they present the songs is a little perplexing. This videotape would work much better if they maintained the integrity of the production by presenting everything in the manner in which it was performed.
32 of 33 people found the following review helpful
Excellent celebration!
16 Dec 1999
The video shows an all-star cast performing Sondheim's songs. Special attention is required all the time because of the high quality of the interpreters but I have to choose my favorites : Liza Minelli is superb, Glenn Close is fantastic in "Send in the Clows" and you will simply adore the girl that sings "Broadway Baby"! Have lots of fun and enjoy the diversity of the work of this composer. Must have it.
28 of 29 people found the following review helpful
A Memorable Night At Carnegie Hall
26 Jan 2003
Format:DVD
On June 10, 1992, I had the good fortune to be in the audience for "Sondheim - A Celebration At Carnegie Hall." As someone who has seen the original Broadway casts of every Sondheim show since (and including) "Company," I can only say that this was a THRILLING concert. And though some numbers have been omitted, this DVD captures the excitement of that memorable evening.
Bill Irwin's hilarious opening monologue apologized for Angela Lansbury not being on hand to host the celebration. This of course alluded to Ms. Lansbury's great success presiding over the Tony Award telecasts, and how she'd become everyone's first choice to host ALL theatrical events. The audience got the joke and thoroughly enjoyed Mr. Irwin's routine. From all indications even Ms. Lansbury was amused; she happily narrated the "Anyone Can Whistle" concert at Carnegie Hall three years later.
Madeline Kahn delighted the crowd with her rendition of "Getting Married Today" and, based on the strength of her performance that night, was also invited to participate in the "Anyone Can Whistle" concert.
Other rousing highlights included (and this is just a partial list) Liza Minnelli's "Back In Business," Dorothy Loudon's "Losing My Mind"/"You Could Drive A Person Crazy," Patti LuPone's "Being Alive," Karen Ziemba & Bill Irwin's "Sooner Or Later," Patrick Cassidy & Victor Garber's "Ballad Of Booth," Bernadette Peters' "Not A Day Goes By," Harolyn Blackwell's "Green Finch & Linnet Bird," the New York City Opera's "Weekend In The Country," and Glenn Close's "Send In The Clowns." Paul Gemignani (Sondheim's conductor of choice) performed his usual magic with the orchestra, and - if that wasn't enough - a proud Stephen Sondheim appeared at the end to set up the evening's moving finale, "Sunday."
As you can imagine, this was a night of old-fashioned, full-throttle Broadway charisma. Truly an evening to remember!
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