Do You Hear the People Sing (Concert Review from Oct. 2011)

Here is a review of the first performance of "Do You Hear the People Sing - the Dream Concert", which was first done in October 2011. I don't know if this is the exact song order of the show Eric will doing in April and May, but it give you a pretty good idea of what a wonderful and thrilling concert this will be!

Do You Hear the People Sing - The Dream Concert

Eric fans, this is our "Dream Concert" come true!  Eric will be joining four other artists singing the wonderful music of the creators of Les Mis, Saigon, Martin Guerre, Pirate Queen with four different symphonies.


The locations and dates are as follows:
April 12, 13, 14 & 15, 2012, Pittsburgh Symphony, Heinz Hall,Pittsburgh, PA
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April 19, 2012, Baltimore Symphony, The Music Center atStrathmore, Bethesda, MD
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April 20, 21 & 22, 2012,Baltimore Symphony, Joseph MeyerhoffSymphony Hall, Baltimore, MD
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May 10, 11 & 12, 2012, National Arts Centre Orchestra, SouthamHall, Ottawa, ON, Canada
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Eric and Lea Salonga on Broadway in "Les Miserables"

More information:  http://thepeoplesing.com/

Eric Kunze sings "Maria"

From Maggi:
Here is a little treat I put together for all Eric's fans.  Watch it here or directly on YouTube.  Enjoy!

Brindlebeast - 29 Hour Reading, January 2011

Fans, here's a fun glimpse into the rehearsal and creative process behind "Brindlebeast", the musical, starring Eric as Will Champion. Makes me feel as though I were there!



Read more and keep up to date on Brindlebeast here.

Another great review!

"One can hardly imagine an actor better suited for the role of Joseph than Eric Kunze. His charismatic persona and his captivating good-looks are enough to carry this show, but Kunze also brings with him an incredibly rich and powerful high tenor voice (his “Any Dream Will Do” is full of vocal panache) which he blends seamlessly with his finely nuanced acting (his “Close Every Door” is one of the most tender and touching moments in the entire show)."  Read more here.

Today's Theater Review

"...it was clear Kunze was perfectly cast for the part of Joseph due to his strong, beautiful voice when singing with the children “Any Dream Will Do” and later “Close Every Door.” Throughout the show he added dimensions to his character that goes from young man to one who emotionally matures over the years due to very trying circumstances, but in the end shows his true goodness when facing the brothers who betrayed him."
Read more here.
The show continues October 1, 2, 6, 7, 8 and 9th (check times)
To buy tickets, go to the San Diego Musical Theater website.

Music Circus Poster

Thanks to Mark for sending this on:

Don't miss this show!

Review from The Davis Enterprise 8/25/11

"Eric Kunze, known to Music Circus audiences for his roles as Che, Jesus and Joseph (and a good-looking hunk who probably will play 30-somethings for three decades) is perfectly cast as the GI Chris. His impressive vocal chops never cease to amaze. The combination of dead-on pitch, powerfully resonant yet sweet tone, and surprisingly nuanced and natural acting confirm why he made it to Broadway so early in his career, and why the Music Circus should hire him every chance they get."

And the raves are pouring in...

Review from the Sacramento Bee 8/25/11
Stafford Arima directs the large and talented cast with assurance. Kunze and Gray have performed their "Miss Saigon" roles on Broadway, and Dionisio has played her role in London and Canada. They are seasoned performers, but they bring energy and commitment to the roles as if they were new, not old, acquaintances...Kunze and Dionisio have several fine duets, best of which is the exquisite "Last Night of the "World."

Review from the Sacramento Press 8/25/11
"Kunze has a versatile, powerful voice and is believable in the passionate “Why, God, Why?” and in his tender duet with Dionisio, “Sun and Moon.” He conveys strength and anguish in the first act and is convincingly defeated in confrontation with his wife near the end of the second."


Fan Reviews:

Saw Miss Saigon last night in Sacramento and was blown away at how amazing it was. Had seen the Broadway production years ago, and wasn't sure how it would go over on the small stage. Loved every minute of it. (Tammy Pacheco Booker)

I saw MISS SAIGON last night. AWESOME! For those of you who don't know, Music Circus is theatre in the round. Minimal sets. The audience is in your face. There's no place to hide. This is honest, raw theatre, and Eric always performs magnificently in this space! It's wonderful having Eric in Sacramento, whether as Joseph, Che, The Man or now as Chris. Come back again soon! You have lots of fans here!  (Clayton Whitehead )

My wife and I saw last night's performance of Miss Saigon. It was AMAZING! GREAT JOB BY ALL!!!  (Jim Kiniris)

Purchase tickets here: www.SacramentoMusicCircus.com.

Miss Saigon opens tonight in Sacramento!

Toi, toi, toi to Eric and the cast, crew and orchestra of Miss Saigon at the California Music Circus as they open tonight! It is sure to be an awesome show, made even more special by the theater in the round. I saw Eric in "Evita" there a few years ago and it was unforgettable!

Purchase tickets here:  www.SacramentoMusicCircus.com.

Feedback on Eric's CD

Hi Fans,
I got feedback from someone who purchased Eric's CD and want to share it with you.  The CD is really THAT good, I promise!...Maggi

In playing the CD I am unwrapping a package slowly. First I was stuck on “Maria”. After playing it around 25 times (I have it in the car with me), I’ve been gradually moving onto other songs. The one I am wearing out now is “Why, God, Why”. I woke up this morning with it playing in my head, so I turned on the CD player.  I’ve been reading your fan site and some of the articles in the newspapers. This is really getting a hold of me! When I heard "Gethsemane" I thought, "MOVE OVER, ADAM LAMBERT" when Eric was sort of screaming.  I loved it!!!  (from Annette in Arizona)

Farewell Philadelphia, hello Sacramento!

After a wildly successful three month run in Philadelphia with "Miss Saigon", Eric will soon be reprising the role of Chris at the Sacramento Music Theater's Music Circus, August 23-28th.

For more information on shows and how to purchase tickets, visit www.SacramentoMusicCircus.com.

The "MISS SAIGON" cast will be led by Eric Kunze as Chris, Ma-Anne Dionisio as Kim and Kevin Gray as The Engineer. Kunze performed the role of Chris on Broadway, and was last seen at Music Circus as Che in 2008's production of "Evita." Dionisio has performed the role of Kim internationally, including productions in Britain and Australia, as well as performing as Eponine in the US tour of "Les Miserables." Gray starred in the Broadway revival of "Jesus Christ Superstar" as Pontius Pilate. The production will be directed by Stafford Arima and choreographed by Bob Richard.