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Comedy’s rock superstar is back with his biggest live show yet.
The world’s best-loved big-haired, piano-abusing, satirical singer-songwriter joins with conductor Jules Buckley & the 55-piece Heritage Orchestra to create the most epic musical comedy show ever. The Pope, cheese, racism, rock, cancer, love and sub-pharyngeal alopecia.
Tracklist:
One of the most superlatively gifted comedy performers to have emerged in the past 10 years” – The Observer
The world’s best-loved big-haired, piano-abusing, satirical singer-songwriter joins with conductor Jules Buckley & the 55-piece Heritage Orchestra to create the most epic musical comedy show ever. The Pope, cheese, racism, rock, cancer, love and sub-pharyngeal alopecia.
Tracklist:
- I’m in a Cage
- Rock n Roll Nerd
- Cont
- If I Didn't Have You
- Thank You God
- You Grew on Me
- The Fence
- Prejudice
- Lullaby
- The Pope Song
- Cheese
- Beauty
- Dark Side
- Not Perfect
- White Wine in the Sun
- ‘STORM’ animation
- Behind the scenes: Nothing Ruins Comedy Like Arenas; Tim Meets the Orchestra
- T-Shirt – “I can have a dark side too” (size: medium)
- 2 Songs from Matilda The Musical – ‘When I Grow Up’ and ‘My House’ – Written and sung by Tim Minchin
One of the most superlatively gifted comedy performers to have emerged in the past 10 years” – The Observer
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
By Lumann1
Format:DVD
Tim Minchin is a genius and this DVD is among his greats, the Tin the DVD and Tshirt come is also very nice and of good quality.
The only bad thing i can say is that when i bought the 'special edition' i was expecting something 'special'.
I feel the t shirt is a real let down, it is just a plain black t shirt with very dark writing on the back, which can hardly be seen unless looking close. The only other detail is the initials 'TM' on the sleeve. I expected more when paying the extra for the special edition version.
Don't get me wrong, the DVD is fantastic, and the tin it comes in is also very smart, i just feel that the t shirt doesn't do justice to the extra money paid.
The only bad thing i can say is that when i bought the 'special edition' i was expecting something 'special'.
I feel the t shirt is a real let down, it is just a plain black t shirt with very dark writing on the back, which can hardly be seen unless looking close. The only other detail is the initials 'TM' on the sleeve. I expected more when paying the extra for the special edition version.
Don't get me wrong, the DVD is fantastic, and the tin it comes in is also very smart, i just feel that the t shirt doesn't do justice to the extra money paid.
15 of 16 people found the following review helpful
By Chris White
Format:Blu-ray|Amazon Verified Purchase
Despite the Blu-ray's similar cover art to the accompanying album (which I've also reviewed), they are different shows. Although from the same tour, the latter contains just the songs from a gig at the Manchester Arena whereas this is a complete concert at the Royal Albert Hall, recorded in April 2011.
The bonus here is that you also get to see Tim Minchin perform his unique style of stand-up in between the compositions. He tackles subjects that would cause other comedians to draw a line; however, he does it in an intelligent way that not only makes you laugh but also gives you food for thought afterwards.
Minchin employs his expletives creatively and none more so than in his f-word-laden "Pope Song", which (once you get past the opening tirade) makes a serious point about scandal within the Catholic Church. He indicates within its lyrics that there is a correlation between the amount of bad language and the anger he felt.
The Heritage Orchestra provides Minchin with the perfect platform for his virtuoso piano skills, particularly during his epic show-closer, "Dark Side". It allows him to play the instrument more freely instead of it being just his backing accompaniment and new arrangements enhance some of his older material.
From the start it's plain that the audience didn't quite know what to expect and initially seem a bit bemused at the unusual combination of taboo wordplay and dazzling musicality. At first there is polite applause but by the second half Minchin's won them over. They dance in the aisles, give him a standing ovation and during his final encore, the poignant "White Wine in the Sun", even applaud individual lines.... Read more ›
The bonus here is that you also get to see Tim Minchin perform his unique style of stand-up in between the compositions. He tackles subjects that would cause other comedians to draw a line; however, he does it in an intelligent way that not only makes you laugh but also gives you food for thought afterwards.
Minchin employs his expletives creatively and none more so than in his f-word-laden "Pope Song", which (once you get past the opening tirade) makes a serious point about scandal within the Catholic Church. He indicates within its lyrics that there is a correlation between the amount of bad language and the anger he felt.
The Heritage Orchestra provides Minchin with the perfect platform for his virtuoso piano skills, particularly during his epic show-closer, "Dark Side". It allows him to play the instrument more freely instead of it being just his backing accompaniment and new arrangements enhance some of his older material.
From the start it's plain that the audience didn't quite know what to expect and initially seem a bit bemused at the unusual combination of taboo wordplay and dazzling musicality. At first there is polite applause but by the second half Minchin's won them over. They dance in the aisles, give him a standing ovation and during his final encore, the poignant "White Wine in the Sun", even applaud individual lines.... Read more ›
10 of 11 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Tim Minchin is a GENIUS... which is a mentally ill person with an audience
14 Nov 2011
By Sanz
Format:DVD
Since I pre-ordered this, it arrived today on the release date as expected. The DVD comes together with a very cool T-shirt, amongst other extras, in a fantastic presentation tin.
As usual, Tim is at his musically comedic best and the orchestra only add to the sheer awesomeness of this fantastic show. The show includes some tried and tested favourites such as 'Darkside', 'If I Didn't Have You' and 'Rock N Roll Nerd', along with a host of soon-to-be-favourites including 'Lullaby', 'The Fence' and 'Cont'.
Filmed at The Royal Albert Hall on the same day as the Royal wedding, the two (or was it 3?) standing ovations Tim received should tell you how well this show went down with the crowd. A combination of great stand-up, awesome songs and a stunning (not to mention perfect) orchestra, make this a superb addition to any Minchin fans collection. And if you're new to the wonder that is Tim Minchin, well where have you been? With an abundance of insight, satire and swearing this is definitely NOT for the easily offended. But if you're able to take life with a pinch of salt, and like your comedy slightly on the dark side, then you've come to the right place, coz Tim definitely has a darkside too...
Enjoy!
As usual, Tim is at his musically comedic best and the orchestra only add to the sheer awesomeness of this fantastic show. The show includes some tried and tested favourites such as 'Darkside', 'If I Didn't Have You' and 'Rock N Roll Nerd', along with a host of soon-to-be-favourites including 'Lullaby', 'The Fence' and 'Cont'.
Filmed at The Royal Albert Hall on the same day as the Royal wedding, the two (or was it 3?) standing ovations Tim received should tell you how well this show went down with the crowd. A combination of great stand-up, awesome songs and a stunning (not to mention perfect) orchestra, make this a superb addition to any Minchin fans collection. And if you're new to the wonder that is Tim Minchin, well where have you been? With an abundance of insight, satire and swearing this is definitely NOT for the easily offended. But if you're able to take life with a pinch of salt, and like your comedy slightly on the dark side, then you've come to the right place, coz Tim definitely has a darkside too...
Enjoy!
14 of 16 people found the following review helpful
By howiegraeme
Format:DVD
A tad disappointed in this DVD- please don't jump on me yet till I've finished. The Audio and video is excellent and Tim himself is untouchable. I just find the audience reaction a bit dead. The guys material is sublime and the orchestration superb, but I also have the CD of the same which was recorded at the Manchester arena and the set is the same, but the audience reaction is much better- you can actually hear them roaring in the aisles I can't understand if this is down to the mixing of the DVD at source of if the audience at the RAH are just a bit slow to reactand get in the swing of things?
I've also seen the original recording with the Sydney Symphony in Australia and it is by far the best concert, but it was only broadcast in Australia.
Tim is a genius- but I think this DVD lets the side down a bit and I would plump for the CD recording of the show in Manchester over the DVD from the Albert Hall if I had the choice again.
I've also seen the original recording with the Sydney Symphony in Australia and it is by far the best concert, but it was only broadcast in Australia.
Tim is a genius- but I think this DVD lets the side down a bit and I would plump for the CD recording of the show in Manchester over the DVD from the Albert Hall if I had the choice again.
20 of 24 people found the following review helpful
By Luke Burrage
Format:DVD
Be careful with this DVD. Every one of the reviewers who gave this DVD 5 stars saw the show live at some point, some even during the recording at the Royal Albert Hall. Seeing it person, I'm sure the audience reaction was amazing.
But the sound mix on this DVD is terrible! The audience reaction is so low in the mix, we could hardly hear it at all. Tim is very funny, and when I've seen him live, people are laughing and clapping through all the songs. On this DVD? Muted silence throughout. When he's talking between the songs, it sounds like he is delivering jokes to an empty aircraft hanger. We here the echoing room, why can't we hear the audience? When the music ends, I want to feel the energy of the audience, but get almost nothing. What's the point of a live DVD recording if the audience doesn't become part of the show?
I speak as someone who once worked as a sound mixer for a TV company, and my main job was recording live events and concerts for broadcast. To make sure it wasn't just the venue, I watched a whole BBC Proms concert, and no, the audience was perfectly audible.
The bad mix means I've only watched the first half so far. To make sure it doesn't spoil my enjoyment of the second half, I'm going to wait to see the material live in the future, or try to download a different recording of the Heritage Orchestra show. I gather there is a version from the Sydney Opera House, hopefully with a competent sound mixer.
On a positive note, I loved the new material. I just wish I could feel like I was watching it live, as that is the feeling I get when watching other Minchin DVDs and YouTube videos and the live albums I have on iTunes.
But the sound mix on this DVD is terrible! The audience reaction is so low in the mix, we could hardly hear it at all. Tim is very funny, and when I've seen him live, people are laughing and clapping through all the songs. On this DVD? Muted silence throughout. When he's talking between the songs, it sounds like he is delivering jokes to an empty aircraft hanger. We here the echoing room, why can't we hear the audience? When the music ends, I want to feel the energy of the audience, but get almost nothing. What's the point of a live DVD recording if the audience doesn't become part of the show?
I speak as someone who once worked as a sound mixer for a TV company, and my main job was recording live events and concerts for broadcast. To make sure it wasn't just the venue, I watched a whole BBC Proms concert, and no, the audience was perfectly audible.
The bad mix means I've only watched the first half so far. To make sure it doesn't spoil my enjoyment of the second half, I'm going to wait to see the material live in the future, or try to download a different recording of the Heritage Orchestra show. I gather there is a version from the Sydney Opera House, hopefully with a competent sound mixer.
On a positive note, I loved the new material. I just wish I could feel like I was watching it live, as that is the feeling I get when watching other Minchin DVDs and YouTube videos and the live albums I have on iTunes.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Tim Minchin at is best!
Bought for my 18 year old son, who is a real fan of Tim Minchin. Very happy with this present.
Published 18 days ago by Mrs Jane Holloway
5.0 out of 5 stars
Cheese!
Watched it with my mom. She's 70 and getting over cancer - she absolutely loved it! Yup, it went down a storm with her (pardon the pun)...
Published 28 days ago by Angela Jordanou
5.0 out of 5 stars
Tim at his best - with an Orchestra
I have no criticism for this. It is Tim's greatest hits but with a twist - its not just him on his own! And he had a lot of fun with it.
Published 1 month ago by Jayke1981
3.0 out of 5 stars
Expensive (Rip Off)
Bought this for my daughter as she loves Tim.
Very expensive for what it is. A T-Shirt with some writing on but so dark it just looks like a cheap flimsy black T-Shirt. Read more
Very expensive for what it is. A T-Shirt with some writing on but so dark it just looks like a cheap flimsy black T-Shirt. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Darker Pixie
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wow!
Utterly hilarious as is all his work, and what an amazing venue.
If you are unsure about buying this, check some of the official shorts published on YouTube, then come... Read more
If you are unsure about buying this, check some of the official shorts published on YouTube, then come... Read more
Published 2 months ago by S. Davies
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great show
I have been a big fan of Tim's for a few years now and this show was great when i saw it live at the 02. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Sean
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fantastic show
Tim Minchin is wonderful to watch and wonderful to listen to....more people should! Felt as if I was right there.
Published 3 months ago by Soirse
5.0 out of 5 stars
Such rudeness has never been so funny
If you don't know Tim Minchin, then don't buy this dvd, BUT, if you love TM, get it today, and look out for Jesus Christ, Superstar' , BOTH are great DVD's.........
Published 3 months ago by Underdog
2.0 out of 5 stars
Not impressed
The show is boring. It is unimaginative, unnecessarily crude, and devoid of any intelligent humour for long periods. I would not recommend it at all.
Published 4 months ago by J. M. Hall
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great purchase
Product arrived promptly and was just as described in the advertisement. Great value and great quality. The best price I have seen around. I'm very happy with this buy.
Published 5 months ago by Aneira
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