Parade in Concert

This concert film captures the magic of the acclaimed 2015 production of Jason Robert Brown's musical 'Parade' performed live in concert at the Royal Concertgebouw in Amsterdam. The story is a fictionalized account of the true-life story of Leo Frank, a Jewish factory manager in Atlanta, Georgia, who is wrongly accused of murdering a 13-year-old girl in 1913 and the subsequent trial and lynching. The concert staging brings the powerful score and dramatic narrative to life with a full orchestra and a talented cast.

While specific critical reviews for this concert film version are scarce, the original Broadway production of 'Parade' was highly lauded for its ambitious score, complex themes, and powerful performances. This concert adaptation was generally well-received by those who attended or viewed it, appreciated for its faithful rendition of Brown's challenging music and the impressive vocal talents showcased.

• Praised for its ambitious and complex musical score.
• Appreciated for its powerful dramatic narrative and thematic depth.
• Celebrated for the vocal performances and orchestral rendition.

Google audience: Audience reactions to this concert film highlight the emotional impact of the story and the high quality of the musical performance. Many viewers found the concert format to be an effective way to experience the powerful score and the moving narrative.

The original Broadway production of 'Parade' won Tony Awards for Best Book of a Musical and Best Original Score.

Jason Robert Brown, the composer and lyricist of 'Parade', also won a Tony Award for his score for 'Parade', making him one of the youngest individuals to win that award.