Ruthie Henshall - I Dreamed A Dream (Les Miserables 10th Anniversary Concert - Royal Albert Hall)
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- The famous song from Broadway and West End hit musical Les Miserables 'I dreamed a dream' sung by the character Fantine. Ruthie Henshall played Fantine here in the 10th Anniversary Concert at the Royal Albert Hall London giving an amazingly moving performance. One not to be missed.
The DVD and soundtrack are available now and can be found on Amazon. - Hudba
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I worked as an usher at the Palace Theatre for Les Mis and would hear this every night and Ruthie Henshall gave an identically perfect performance of this song each and every time. It was always flawless. She's amazing.
So you got paid and watched performances for free?
Why would anyone pay for tickets when they could just apply for a job? lol
Best.job.ever
@@sashap1547 it was, I loved it. The Palace Theatre was a nice atmospheric place to work as well. I used to stand behind the sound engineers desk and watch him working the massive mixer, he turned everyone's mics up and down in real time and looked like he was playing an instrument. After there I went to usher at the RSC Barbican Center, Comedy of Errors was on at the time which was a lot of fun to see. They designed that production in a very trippy colourful way.
She was autotuned everyone knows. Lol.
@@elliottgreenwood5543 It was a mixer desk which only did volume. Every singer was miked-up with a tiny head mic, they had to turn them up and down so the only thing which came through the system was those singing at the time. The moment someone stopped singing their fader came down and someone else's was pushed up. There was no auto-tune or processing of any kind going on.
It's 2023 and this still remains as the best version of this song by a million miles. The famous "autumn" line is still unmatched.
Hands down. I can't believe some people have the audacity to claim that Anne Hathaway is better than this simply because of her acting. Ruthie exhibits such intense emotion and Beauty in her voice that one weaps
I agree completely.
In its entirety, the 10th anniversary Albert version still the best.
@@primalcritters Not even close. Ruthie out performed every other person who ever attempted this song. It truelly was the dream cast.
@@primalcrittersdo they really. What an insult to Ruthie Henshaw. This will forever be my favorite rendition of this song.
Totally!
The roughness of her voice used in "but he was gone when Autum came" and "so different from this hell I'm living" really helps hit home the anger and hurt she must feel! It's my favourite part of the performance!
It's one of the most titular parts of singing. It requires feeling
Same man
Serendipity
Agree. I keep looping it on those lines
Absolutely class
"...gone when autumn came" is not anger. It is the deepest sorrow. Notice that shortly thereafter, she says that still she dreams he'll come back to her. It is love...with a deeply broken heart.
Les Miserables is a story after the fall of Napoleon Bonaparte. 2 things actually depicts who the guy is. Either he got killed and was never able to get back or he was just really messing with the girl who trusted him so much
Yes... the irony. You don't feel anger but so deep sorrow that almost seems like anger.
Yes!!! Sorrow ( if he died maybe) or maybe disappointment (if he was just messing with her feelings)
Time stamp?
Exactly, is desperation and sorrow!!!!
“But he was GONE when autumn came...” so much anger. Way to go
No anger...he was gone..
She should be happy she got knocked up and he left her...
Anger is not good for the body health though
I suppose being young and inexperienced its not outwith the way of things for a young woman to be duped by an older asswipe....regardless, she dreams he will return...thats just ...really.....he'll come to me....fantine was obviously a bit short of a centime....love the song though, i thought the rendition of i dreamed a dream by Miss Hathaway was outstanding...a bit grotty and beautiful....Russel Crowe was shit...destroyed the film...anyway...love from Scotland...x. Joe
I mean, autumn seems to enjoy their time in bed more, can't blame him.
The growling, then the soft singing, the falsetto, the belting... this definitely took an enormous vocal control.... Her performance is superb and so moving
I hate to be one of those nerds but females (I say females because this excludes trans women) cannot go into falsetto. They just go into head voice when they open their glottis. But I agree, this is an earth shattering performance
So is nobody gonna note how phenomenal the orchestra is?
They are amazing
Beautiful
noted
No disrespect, but what do you expect? These people are career professionals with DECADES of training, study, performing and practice; but they do deserve a mention.
True, but to be honest it really isn’t the hardest piece to play.
Her voice when she growls. I'm in love with everything. Best Fantine, hands down.
Nusra Rozely was she the original cast?
Clement Ng unfortunately she wasn't the original fantine, someone else was but Ruthie is far better
It's AMAZING!!
Nusra Rozely
Patti LuPone was the original Fantine in the London cast.
2024. returning to listen, l still think this the best version ever.
Absolutely the best rendition of this song. The emotion in her voice lets you the listener understand the pain she is feeling.
Anyone can sing a song, but only a true artist can sing a song where the listener feels the pain and joy in a song.
Bravo to this lady. She absolutely killed this song!
nothing can compare to this.nothing
Personally, I think Lea Salonga displays a more extensive range of emotions in her rendition, although Ruthie's is also perfection.
@@thomashayes5597 I agree. I've just watched about 5 renditions of this song by different women and I look to see who is 'feeling' the words. In this one, Ruthie is feeling it vocally but outwardly is glass, no expression. Lea Salonga expresses emotion not only vocally, but visually. Even Susan Boyle (the least professional among them) showed more visual emotion.
no I think it should be sung _sec_ without attempts at emotional articulation
the chord progression does all the work that needs to be done here
@@nyrockchicxx ...Anne Hathaway has more emotion than Lea Salonga. Ruhtie's rendition is the most heartwreanching, most heartbreaking there is. Period. There's no need for visual expression, voice does it all. How it breaks at certain moments, how it strengthens at others. Perfection.
2:23 "As they turn your dream to shame".... that weak sound on the word "turn" in contrast to the strong previous line "as they tear your hope apart", just melts my heart... so beautiful!!! WHY IS NOBODY TALKING ABOUT THIS?
Here during quarantine
The emotions portrayed are simply unreal... outstanding performance. And yes when she whispers the word “ turn”, I feel the tears coming down my checks.
Les Miserables is a story after the fall of Napoleon Bonaparte. 2 things actually depicts who the guy is. Either he got killed and was never able to get back or he was just really messing with the girl who trusted him so much
Totally agree
I hear ya
No dance moves , No gymnastics , No lights flashing , just a Pure unmatchable voice filled with emotion \\ Ruthie Henshall is fantastic
This performance is the the epitome of trusting the music to tell the story.
well yes its a musical
@@boppob1343 Is it? Brand new information that is.
Susan Boyle smashed this performance
is really is the the
An epic performance
*"But he was gone when autumn came"*
Omg he was gone when autumn came
Violett Bellerose hi from Mexico 🇲🇽
But he'd come again, every Spring for the Summer.
Hey this is a sad song how dare you make me laugh
I clicked on your comment to see what the three responses were because I didn't get it...until I read the third one that KittyWhiteCat NA posted and THEN I fucking laughed my ass off!! Second line should read, "OMG, he was gone when Autumn came".
('Autumn' is a NAME, by capitalizing it, the meaning is clear!)
omg they were roommates
“So different from this hell I’m living…”
The way she sang that line (as well as the rest of the song) was pure mastery.
I had the luck to work with Ruthie. She is every inch a lady and a hard working woman. When our cast had to spend Christmas on tour she arranged a party and gifts. A true class act. And every bit as stunning and talented as you’d think. A true star ❤
This is the epitome of "less is more". No flailing, no syrupy pathos, just singing and letting the emotion find its own path.
Apsolutely. Because she holds lack it all wells up
“He took my childhood in his stride” That line always hits so hard for me, especially the way she delivers it…
Me: I should really go to sleep
My stupid brain: Hey why don’t you listen to this song on repeat and cry your eyes out and then wake up with a massive headache? Y’know, feel something.
Me, already sobbing: I TOLD YOU I DON’T LIKE HAVING EMOTIONS WHY DO YOU TORTURE ME LIKE THIS
Wow I thought it was just me
*That moment when you cry so much you give yourself a headache*
literally doing this rn
Oh oh
Me right this second at one in the morning
unreal. she's a wizard
You mean a witch?
a wizard lol?
A witch you mean-
@卩ㄩ丂丂ㄚ 丂ㄥ卂ㄚ乇尺 9000 bruh what-
_"You're a wizard Harry..."_
The way she said "So much different from this hell I'm living" chilling..
Every singer I've heard singing this has been great. . Comparisons are useless, all have their great versions. The only clear winner is the song itself.
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Magnificent!
The song itself... And Ruthie Henshall obviously. 😉
Worst being Lea Salonga. Too extra by far.
Too bad Ruthie can't sing anymore. :-(
No one ever sang it better than her. Perfection.
Absolutely no one who has ever performed this can compare to this flawless rendition of the song. No one can ever equal Ruthie Henshall. I listen to all the others, and then return to Ruthie. Bravo, Ruthie. You will live in history!
No one can compare to her base on your preference, not all will agree with you.
I agree with you
Susan Boyle
@@22especget in!
Watch Lea Salonga
Lea and Ruthie are both wonderful singers. Lea has a golden voice and very emotive, and theatrical. BUT I think I would Go for Ruthie's version. Why? If I close my eyes and just listen to her, she doesn't seem to be performing onstage, she's like singing to herself about her hardships. You would imagine her as a lady with an unkempt look and a torn dress with tears on her cheeks. Her voice quality and the raspiness is that of a fading beauty, suffering, crying and feeling hopeless. She's a perfect Fantine. Lea is the perfect Eponine with a lovely, innocent, dreamy voice.
Agree, she does the most moving version ever.
Exactly, it's the gutwrenchting feeling she portrays
I cry each time I hear Ruthie sing this touching song.
Exactly! Some performers are singing to hit every note perfectly, some other to convey emotion.
I think you nailed it.
It sucks when you wake up one day and realize this song is your life.
In my opinion she will always be the best Fantine ever.
A fact
💯
The way she hits, "but he was gone when autumn came." It hits you nerves differently. RESPECT.
OMG ARE YOU KIDDING ME!!!!!? THIS IS THE SIMPLY AMAZING!!! THE PASSION IS PIERCING!
Her diction, her enunciation, is amazing! So crystal clear.
+Rupert Lescott LOL The Broadway style is stupid. But the girl is perfect.
+Rupert Lescott agreed. other versions tend to run the words and tune together.
yess she is so lovely!
+Rupert Lescott To me, she's the Fantine
Rupert Lescott Thats one way to be a quality vocalist. Her hands by her side help keep her diaphram relaxed. All keys for high end sound.
This performance is haunting. I grew up watching this. I always thought she was older here due to the way she sings this. The emotion in her voice is way beyond her years. It’s my favourite ever performance of this song. No one can touch her. Stunning.
There’s an increasing trend in musical theater that in order to express emotion, one must sing as poorly as possible. Ruthie Henshall delivers the most beautiful and heart wrenching rendition of this stone ever performed with impeccable technique and breath support.
2:56 I know some people would think her voice sounded raspy and not as elegant as the rest of the song, but I feel like it shows true anger and I believe it showed more emotion.
it's so raw! she rips you apart!!
Yes, it's meant to show the pain she felt.
it's flawless
As a singer It seems like she's letting the rasp out and it comes out a bit strong and unkempt but in the end when she brings the rasp in again it's more balanced. Sometimes when you sing you have to test the waters and make adjustments as you go. Going from clean tone to raspy tone is hard, the energy in your voice builds up as you sing in a clean voice and it's easy to let it out all at once.
this was beautiful!
This is still the best delivery of this solo, in my opinion. Ruthie was prime for this performance. She's like a medalist for this here, and no one... not even herself, has topped it since.
Indeed. I don't think it's humanly possible to sing this any better.
I used to rent this VHS almost monthly from Blockbuster and would rewind Ruthie over and over before I could let the tape continue. Coming from a small town in New Mexico of 7,000 people I was always assured the 10th Anniversary concert would be there for me when I wanted to watch… I’ll never stop loving this version with all my heart. This is to me is the epitome of story telling through song at its apex.
Her slow creep into the vibrato during the word "stride" immediately before the incredible shift in the Autumn line is what really gets me. I feel that her vibrato is more "tasteful" than other performances. The intensity of that section is just unmatched by the majority of other performances.
No other version can ever beat this one. Ruthie not only sings marvelously, she makes you feel the rush and the pain of the lyrics with her amazing control of her own voice.
The best ever.
Ruthie is my favorite Fantine... EVER! 💕😭👏👏👏
This is by far and away the best version of this ever performed.
Ruthie Henshall for the winner of Im A Celeb 2020!
Yes she is amazing. I hope she wins Im A Celeb.
yes she is amazing on there. you can tell she is really down to earth
This is the finest performance of this magnificent song....
She was almost going out yesterday 😭😭😭😭
@@cocomontresebeast2210 noo it said "IN NO PARTICULAR ORDER"
Means that it could have been anyone who had less votes as her
The whimper in her voice when she sang "as they turn your dream" was just heart wrenching.
Most of the music I listen to is stuff that would give your grandmother a heart attack, but this is just delightful
Flawless performance. No one has ever topped this version.
This is the definitive I Dreamed A Dream. Her voice perfectly encapsulates the sadness, the regret, the pain, and the longing of a life that could have been.
There was a time when men were kind
When their voices were soft
And their words inviting
There was a time when love was blind
And the world was a song
And the song was exciting
There was a time
Then it all went wrong
I dreamed a dream in times gone by
When hope was high and life worth living
I dreamed, that love would never die
I dreamed that God would be forgiving
Then I was young and unafraid
And dreams were made and used and wasted
There was no ransom to be paid
No song unsung, no wine untasted
But the tigers come at night
With their voices soft as thunder
As they tear your hope apart
As they turn your dream to shame
He slept a summer by my side
He filled my days with endless wonder
He took my childhood in his stride
But he was gone when autumn came
And still I dream he'll come to me
That we will live the years together
But there are dreams that cannot be
And there are storms we cannot weather
I had a dream my life would be
So different from this hell I'm living
So different now from what it seemed
Now life has killed the dream
I dreamed
Not all heros wear capes! Thank you!
Thank you Jasmine.
This has been the gold standard of this song for about 20 years now. Ruthie owns this.
yes. she. does.
james brown Joe crocker utube
Amen to that.
The way she sang “But he was gone when autumn came” is otherworldly…you could really feel it bro was gone Lol😂 What an incredible songbird.
This is almost surreal. This is the greatest rendition of this song in my opinion.
I think this is the best version of this song because Ruthie manages to make it sound sorrowful and heart-broken, but not whiny nor pathetic. She keeps control over her voice, as did Fantine keep her pride and dignity no matter what.
Ruthie Henshall catches the Pain and the desperation of her Character , Fantine . This rendition of I HAD A DREAM is absolutely fantastic and beautiful .
I absolutely agree with you!
100% agree. The best version I have ever heard.
This is quite literally the most devastatingly beautiful performance I’ve personally seen. I can’t properly articulate what this video has done to me. I’ve watched it before and I have always remembered it being an immensely emotional experience.
But, Jesus Christ. I would sit through 50 musicals just to see a single song on par with this. This is the pinnacle of what makes being a human being magical. Absolutely beautiful.
For me, Ruthie was the total package. Every rendition of this song and performance were very spectacular...but Ruthie had it all, the perfect voice for the emotion needed during that very moment of the scene. The perfect gestures and facial expressions, her acting skills, they're superb. She didn't just brought us the best performance, but the moment, the feelings and the Fantine herself. :'(
Not acting skills , she lived the song
This song is not fit in lea salonga voice. But you can try ruthie if her voice can fit Mulan song 🤣
Who the hell are those 412 that don't like this song? This is pretty awesome. She have a beautiful voice!
Swan pie see above
438 now
441
442 😔😂
Brings me to tears everytime! Both from memories and the beauty of the lyrics!
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Its a friendly reminder that we do live in a better of time. Victor Hugo the original writer changed hearts based on real life experience during those times. I salute the french people. They have a powerful soul.
I woke up with bits of this song coursing round my brain.
I needed to hear it.
Ms Henshall does not disappoint.
I have long hoped that Helene Fischer would sing this song.
For no other reason that she has been my favourite singer for ten years.
Instead, she now spends her time f***ing about on a trapeze.
Ye gods.
Three months ago, the trapeze attacked her, and spoiled one of the most beautiful faces which I had ever seen.
In time, the scar will no doubt fade.
But insofar as this is a song about lost possibilities, (as, I suppose, are many), I have thought about it often, in connection with Helene Fischer.
Already an old man, I shall go to my grave with huge gaps in my musical pleasure. Huge gaps in what might have been.
Anne cried and we cried, and Ruthie not crying made us all cry. Anne was in a play, Ruthie was in a concert. And even in both contexts the weight is equal and well delivered. (!!!!)
Anne crying all through the song ruined the beauty of the music. She ruined the song. Ruthie was perfect.
Ruthie was the real deal. Raw, unedited talent. This woman can sing damn it! Anne was good, but she had mixers, producers and autotune. Ruthie just has her RAW voice! She is amazingly talented.
In my opinion they were very different. Anne was crying all the way showing she couldnt resist anymore. Ruthie is a lit stronger showing melancholy while remembering her story. No need of crying.
Anne's performance was what made the play an actual product of art. I never watched a musical with moving performance until I watched Anne did her part there. And everybody I know who've watch it agrees.
Les Mis with Anne in it has been the best musical ever.
Anne showed those who watched that she couldn't handle the weight that she was carrying anymore and she showed us the vulnerability. I think that even though Ruthie sang very beautifully, Anne made people realize that there are actual women who suffer the same fate as Fantine and in that moment, she carried the same pain as them.
I think Ruthie is the most beautiful Fantine. And her voice is very unique.
When she sings the story is told so heartbreakingly. She isn’t focused on herself and her talent. She transports you into her heart.
The words are so true and powerful, close your eyes and soak it all up. Makes you want someone to cuddle with ❤
When her voice breaks out of sorrow (especially at 2:57), I feel all the anguish she's going through... It's moving
+Walter Palazzin Also at 3:24 she is the best.
Walter Palazzin this is 'drive' not break
Actually, I think she can reproduce that sound and make her voice break that way. It's the skill of her vocal cords plus long training....
Got chills as I heard her. Amazing.
Walter Palazzin x
I stare out the window and sing this to scare my neighbours
U just blended my emotions like a mixed fruit juice
Me too
Lol 😊
Also sang it while cleaning out car today and at the end gazed into the horizon for full drama
I was crying when I finished watching this amazing performance...then I read your comment, pictured someone actually doing this, and burst out laughing! Thanks, haven't laughed like that in a long time!
But there are dreams that cannot be, and there are storms we cannot weather 💔😔
The best version, hands down. Such passion in her voice.
Ruthie Henshall is perfect.
Derukugi2 She was the best Fantine casted so far.
+Chibi Lychee " Cast "
Raoul Carggarglin Oh, you're right. "Casted" isn't even word.... Fail on my end... -_-()
Ruthie's rendition of "I Dreamed a Dream" always makes me cry. I can feel the broken heartedness.
No one comes close to this performance - best version by a million miles.
She introduced me to Les Miserable and SHE IS LEGANDARY
So glad I heard Ruthie before seeing Anne in the movie...
So sorry I did the opposite.:(
why? Both are amazing in their own way... wouldn't have missed any of them :)
***** This is untouched, pure, raw talent and emotion. It is not edited, touched up, auto tuned or faked by Hollywood. Anne did fine in her own right, but this is by far superior.
stuckIN801 yeah well ok. I don't agree that this is "by far superior". She might be better technically, but I really liked the way Anne performed the song. But again, I know it's a matter of taste.. even though I do know what you mean! :)
stuckIN801
lol Anne also sang this live
This is so powerful, I can't even put my words together...
I love how you describe it like that. I can't either. But I can feel it.
Gettalife that’s what great music is supposed to do. I have goosebumps.
You did a good job trying.
@@deanndrakaydee123 Because it comes straight from the marrow. Articulated from the soul into flesh made timeless from the ineffable!
Perfect. Iconic. No other version tops this.
Of all the versions of this song I’ve heard (and there have been many), this is by far my personal favourite. True, many other female vocalists have been technically very competent, but Miss Henshall puts her heart and spirit into every word she sings. She conveys genuine emotion and pathos while bringing the character of Fantine to life. I especially appreciate the fact that she didn’t attempt to rush through her performance, but gives the audience the opportunity to reflect on each word. Truly an outstanding achievement.
What powerful voice! 2:57 gave me goosebump "BUT HE WAS GONEEE! When autumn came."
I love it when a singer performs with all his/her heart and soul... You can really feel her pain in this. Breath-taking performance.
+Andressa Lopes She is perfect, and should have married me.
The mixture of emotions from heartbreak, to anger , to despair gives this song the emotional impact this song deserves. Well done. Ruthie!!
I just actually listen to this beautiful song over and over again did some research crying with love now
It doesn't get any better than this.
She was born to be Fantine ♥️👏
"...so different from this hell I'm living." That husk, that pronunciation. Unbelievable.
Arriving home at night time, looking at the stars and the endless darkness of the night.. thinking about all the things that couldn't be... all the dreams that were broken, and wondering about the meaning of everything... Yet, life waits for no one and you must keep up on going. Pain never goes away, we just learn to live with it.
❤
Go to jw.org and search "what is the purpose of life". You'll find satisfying answer.
@@eveevanderwalt3995 No you won't.
@@eveevanderwalt3995 42?
I want this printed on one of my tshirts
The melody of this song always succeeds in making a thief run away.
This is perfection, and perfection should never have the applause cut out.
What is it about humanity and You Tube comments? Why is it so difficult to appreciate both Ruthie Henshall and Anne Hathaway and what they bring to the song? Their performances are totally different and BOTH move me. We created music, theater, art, etc to connect to our emotions. That, I think, it what makes us human, all of us.
This is what perfection sounds like
Best version ever. Stunningly beautiful. Makes you weap
watched all versions. this is by far the one thas got me in tears
Demi lovato let it go
I had a dream my life would be.., so different from this hell i'm living.
-- best ever.
Always breaks me. :'(
I had a dream too
Ruthie is the best singer of this song, undoubtedly.
This Musical is a MASTERPIECE!!!
I don't care what anyone says..Ruthie sings this the best. she makes the song that much more beautiful!
I agree, when I saw her perform this she made it her song 190%!
my heart breaks along with her voice, when she sings "but he was gone when autumn came"
Brilliant performance
Toxodos That was the best part. You completely feel for her at that point where you know they lied to her and destroyed her with that one line and the way she conveyed it.
agreed. can't define the chills everytime
The emotion is completely shown. superb!
The best Fantine ever.
Espectacular video del musical Los Miserables (uno de mis preferidos). La increible Ruthie Henshall cantando "I dreamed a dream"
this song makes me cry like a girl. its also difficult to find a better performance
Me too. The tears just run from my eyes.
No musical will ever come near this...especially the 10th anniversary.....I will never get tired of this
Hail to the best Fantine ever!!!!!!!!!
She’s barely even thinking about it or trying and yet she’s slaying the vocals.
At 3:45 , her transition from mix chest to head voice was sooooo perfect it's actually not noticeable. I can't believe no one is talking about that. Ruthie has so much musicality and technicality as well as all the members of the cast. You can't really beat the "DREAM CAST"
Thank you for saying this. I am unschooled, but it was obvious, and hugely impressive. I couldn't put it to words. Flawless. Be well!
You are still the best of all the Fantines in Le Miserables! I absolutely love your voice and performance!!
Ruthie owns this song like no other. Love it.
That first "DIIIIEEEEE" so pure; like a beautiful bell.
When she clutches her hands to her heart and cries out "and still I dream he'll come to me" hits me every time. So tragically beautiful. I know how she feels; I had an identical experience with a girl. Narcissistic girl or ... Something deeply wrong with her
2021 who else with me
👊
2024
I've felt that way so many times. Life sucks sometimes.
Fabricio Osuna exactly..life sometimes is very harsh.
Fabricio Osuna Yeah! Life just drops a pile of shit on you lap.
Fabricio Osuna life always sucks
+Ahmed Magdy That's your opinion , many of us out here DO NOT share that opinion.
+Rion Leone whats AVSPY?
Fuck it, this is the best version eveeeerrr, it's a combination of passion and reaaaal good singing... Gives me shivers everytimeeee
Exis Rodríguez you give me shivers