It's probably a good thing that they didn't choose this song for the Tonys- I can't imagine the reaction it would get, even though it's one of the most purely entertaining moments in the show itself.
I am a firm believer in serendipity- all the random pieces coming together in one wonderful moment, when suddenly you see what their purpose was all along.
yeah, I wasn't exactly excited about the number, before or afterwards. I don't think it did any good for the show, especially considering the two boys can't sing.
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That happens a lot, they hurt the show more than they help it. I remember Rocky's performance at the Tonys last year, and how bad it made the show look. Also, they picked the most boring song from Violet to feature on GMA last year. I don't get it, but I figured they didn't think "Ring of Keys" was appropriate?
To those criticizing the boys, I think they are suppose to sound like kids, not b'way stars. (That being said, they are a little off here.)
As I've said in another thread, I don't think any of Fun Home's songs work well out of context. Which makes these kind of appearances difficult.
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I forgot how every time there's a performance from any Broadway musical on here people are saying it's bad for the show. It lacks the context, of course, but it was a fun and energetic performance.
They dont work well out of context at all, and the show seems to be selling really well without any television appearance necessary. But those Twitter comments...ouch.
Sydney seemed a bit nervous at first, but she seemed to recover. I liked the boys' performance. They seem like real kids, playing a pretend game. Of course the show sets it up better, how they're simultaneously comfortable in the funeral home and spooked by it too.
I agree that none of the songs work too well out of context but how come they never consider variations of the opening numbers? Especially with Older Alison narrating? Still enjoyed today's performance though!