Fantasia on Oprah
Fantasia on Oprah
MrMidwest
Broadway Legend Joined: 2/8/05
#1Fantasia on Oprah
Posted: 2/28/07 at 2:23pmDid anyone see her on the show today? She got very emotional while she was singing. I thought it was pretty touching. She seems very excited about joining TCP. From the way she decribed what it was like watching it for the first time, it seemed like she really connected with the story.
"The gods who nurse this universe think little of mortals' cares. They sit in crowds on exclusive clouds and laugh at our love affairs. I might have had a real romance if they'd given me a chance. I loved him, but he didn't love me. I wanted him, but he didn't want me. Then the gods had a spree and indulged in another whim. Now he loves me, but I don't love him." - Cole Porter
Updated On: 2/28/07 at 02:23 PM
#2re: Fantasia on Oprah
Posted: 2/28/07 at 2:34pm
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BrodyFosse123
Broadway Legend Joined: 2/27/06
#3re: Fantasia on Oprah
Posted: 2/28/07 at 2:35pmI heard she sang "Everyone's a Little Bit Racist" from AVENUE Q.
#4re: Fantasia on Oprah
Posted: 2/28/07 at 2:42pmshe sang three songs total, the two aforementioned, and then capped it all off with a rousing rendition of "The Ladies who Lunch".
"I'm an American, Damnit!!! And if it's three things I don't believe in, it's quitting and math."
Jazzysuite82
Broadway Legend Joined: 2/6/05
#5re: Fantasia on Oprah
Posted: 2/28/07 at 2:53pmOhh I've not heard this...this could be interesting. RANDOM choices. I wonder if they were methodical. Was this yesterday's show?
TooWicked
Swing Joined: 2/19/07
#7re: Fantasia on Oprah
Posted: 2/28/07 at 5:36pmShe was great performing I'm Here on Oprah today. This version was better than what she did on American Idol, much more like what it will sound like when she is actually in character. She sang herself to tears and had Oprah and the audience from what I could see crying too.
#8re: Fantasia on Oprah
Posted: 2/28/07 at 5:50pmI agree, Fantasia's performance was far superior to her performance on American Idol! I'm actually excited for her and to see what she can bring to the show!
#9re: Fantasia on Oprah
Posted: 2/28/07 at 6:07pmI did not think she did well...but I will wait till she opens to judge her.
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#10re: Fantasia on Oprah
Posted: 2/28/07 at 7:07pm
I miss it... Does anyone know of a video of this performance online? I checked both Oprah and Fantasia's official sites, but nothing 
"In theater, the process of it is the experience. Everyone goes through the process, and everyone has the experience together. It doesn't last - only in people's memories and in their hearts. That's the beauty and sadness of it. But that's life - beauty and the sadness. And that is why theater is life." - Sherie Rene Scott
evadiva
Broadway Star Joined: 12/9/06
#11re: Fantasia on Oprah
Posted: 2/28/07 at 7:22pm
I've always found Fantasia to be extremely expressive and connected to the songs she sang - especially when she did "Summertime" on AI. She sings with her whole heart and has an INCREDIBLE instrument.
I love her and I'm so glad she got national exposure on Oprah as she joins The Color Purple. I'm sure she'll be wonderful, and I can't wait to get my tickets.
I'm thrilled to be seeing and hearing so many wonderful roles for women of color. You go girls!
ElFantasma14
Broadway Star Joined: 9/26/06
#12re: Fantasia on Oprah
Posted: 2/28/07 at 7:22pmShe seemed to strain on the high notes; hopefully she'll be at the top of her game when she starts her run.
#13re: Fantasia on Oprah
Posted: 2/28/07 at 7:29pmi was kind of unhappy when i heard she would be joining the cast, but the girl sang the hell out of that song today. i look forward to seeing how she does
#14re: Fantasia on Oprah
Posted: 2/28/07 at 8:25pmFantasia as Celie is wrong, wrong, wrong! The demands of this role are far beyond her reach! She may drum up box office, but I hope she doesn't kill this wonderful show.
pushdabutton
Broadway Legend Joined: 12/2/05
bella cantato
Broadway Star Joined: 3/16/04
#16re: Fantasia on Oprah
Posted: 2/28/07 at 9:44pmShe was AMAZING... very touching... so much soul... she is going to be a fabulous Celie.
"You know, a little orphan girl once told me that the sun would come out tomorrow. Her adopted father was a powerful billionaire, so I supressed the urge to laugh in her face. But now, by gum, I think she might have been on to something!"
--Reefer Madness
#17re: Fantasia on Oprah
Posted: 2/28/07 at 9:45pmI was skeptical at first, but she was pretty good today.
One time, Patti LuPone punched me in the face...
It was awesome. - theaterkid1015
It was awesome. - theaterkid1015
hilltop
Understudy Joined: 7/13/05
#18re: Fantasia on Oprah
Posted: 2/28/07 at 10:09pm
Fantasia singing I'm Here on Oprah:
http://www.zshare.net/video/oprah_02-28-07_im-here-wmv.html
She's in Chicago right now rehearsing with the rest of the touring company.
Updated On: 2/28/07 at 10:09 PM
#19re: Fantasia on Oprah
Posted: 2/28/07 at 10:31pmJesus that was good. I wish I could get up there and see her.
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#20re: Fantasia on Oprah
Posted: 2/28/07 at 10:32pmThank you very much!!
"In theater, the process of it is the experience. Everyone goes through the process, and everyone has the experience together. It doesn't last - only in people's memories and in their hearts. That's the beauty and sadness of it. But that's life - beauty and the sadness. And that is why theater is life." - Sherie Rene Scott
#21re: Fantasia on Oprah
Posted: 2/28/07 at 10:36pm
Why the hell are people being so negative? Sure that wasn't a perfect performance but I think it's safe to say it's better than most people on this board could do. Come on, can't we just let the people do their damn jobs?!? Sure you may not love her, but come on! Just remember for every negative thing your saying about someone, somewhere, someone else is saying something worse about you.
I wish her and all the other cast members the best of luck!
#22re: Fantasia on Oprah
Posted: 2/28/07 at 10:50pmWow! She's much better than when she sang on American Idol. Although I still have concerns, I can see why she was cast.
"In theater, the process of it is the experience. Everyone goes through the process, and everyone has the experience together. It doesn't last - only in people's memories and in their hearts. That's the beauty and sadness of it. But that's life - beauty and the sadness. And that is why theater is life." - Sherie Rene Scott
#23re: Fantasia on Oprah
Posted: 3/1/07 at 12:42am
I think the negativity comes solely from the fact that she has "American Idol" attached to her name. Nothing more. Had she been a fresh talent on Broadway, I don't think there'd be as much negative things to say about Fantasia playing Celie.
What I love about her is she feels what shes singing. She doesn't need to force the emotions, they're just there. Thank you for posting the link, Hilltop.
*Krissy*
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#24re: Fantasia on Oprah
Posted: 3/1/07 at 12:42am
i thought her voice seemed a bit like Oprah's in that it was very hoarse and didn't showcase her vocals at ALL when she sang. in fact, had she have not cried at the end i would've been disappointed. but i was really moved when she cried, i'll give ya that.
i don't see her crying every night on stage, though.
