I don't mean that to sound racist but they say in Memphis the musical, colored folk sing like white people can't. It's the truth. There is a completely extra level of depth and soul. There is so much power and emotion. Every time I heard one of the cast members belt out one of the songs, I just got chills (and not just because the rehearsal hall is freezing). From the R and B Barry white style songs, to the fast jivin up tempo Motown numbers, to the power ballads, our cast can sing. They don't just sing, they saiiiing.
I thought they sounded great with just the pianos accompanying them but when we had our sitzprobe, the power of their voices just amplified and soared over the incredible orchestra. The soloists would stand up and like it was singing happy birthday, they would belt out a song. This cast will become the next set of Diana Ross, Whitney Houston, Lionel Richie, and Stevie wonder. I'm so blessed to be working with this talented cast.
Below, are the photos from the sitzprobe:
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