You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown [Cast Recording] [Soundtrack]

Editorial Reviews
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It's easy to see why You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown is so popular. With its simple set and small cast, it has become a staple of high-school drama and small-scale productions all over America. Of course, this doesn't necessarily translate into a grandiose Broadway show, but this Michael Mayer-directed production is enjoyable. Anthony Rapp (Rent) plays an effective Charlie and Ilana Levine's Lucy is fun. The lively "Snoopy" number (Roger Bart plays the canine's role) is the musical's highlight, but such tunes as "Beethoven Day" really date the musical. Some may find it simplistic; others will love it. Which probably makes it a lot like the "Peanuts" comic strip itself. --Jason Verlinde --This text refers to the Audio CD edition.

Tracks:

Opening/You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown
Schroeder
Snoopy
My Blanket And Me
The Kite
The Doctor Is In
Beethoven Day
The Book Report
My New Philosophy
T-E-A-M (The Baseball Game)
Glee Club Rehearsal
Little Known Facts
Suppertime
Happiness
Bows

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It's easy to see why You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown is so popular. With its simple set and small cast, it has become a staple of high-school drama and small-scale productions all over America. Of course, this doesn't necessarily translate into a grandiose Broadway show, but this Michael Mayer-directed production is enjoyable. Anthony Rapp (Rent) plays an effective Charlie and Ilana Levine's Lucy is fun. The lively "Snoopy" number (Roger Bart plays the canine's role) is the musical's highlight, but such tunes as "Beethoven Day" really date the musical. Some may find it simplistic; others will love it. Which probably makes it a lot like the "Peanuts" comic strip itself. --Jason Verlinde

Customer Reviews:

Laugh-out-loud.......2007-04-03

Charles Schultz' beloved comic-strip characters come to life in this award-winning audience favorite. The revival is so delightful. The musical score is delightful. And the songs will definitely bring you lots of laughter. Kristin Chenoweth's character Sally Brown is most definitely the one to watch for. With her rendition of My New Philosophy alone, it's hardly surprising why she won the Tony for this role. Also loved the song Little Known Facts, I can't stop laughing when I first heard it. I admit I kinda winced the first time I heard Ilana Levine's voice. But it sorta grew on me I guess. And anyway, the more I think about it, her voice is appropriate for Lucy. Another favorite is Glee Club Rehearsal, the way they keep fighting over that pencil. And "What's an enigma?" Hahaha. Anthony Rapp and BD Wong also has funny moments. I especially like Charlie (Anthony Rapp) when he was singing The Doctor Is In. "Wait a minute, Snoopy likes me!" Lucy:"He only pretends to like you because you feed him." Poor Charlie! And Lucy's quite mean to Charlie. I also laughed at BD Wong because I'm used to seeing him in Law&Order:SVU.
Get a copy of this revival cast recording. It's really worth it. For your whole family. Hilarious and great musical score. One of the best family musicals.

What's the difference between the 1967 Original Broadway production of YAGMCB and the 1999 Revival?

The characters that is presented in the original stage production has been maintained, but a new perspective has been added. The new cast of six characters includes Charlie Brown, Linus, Lucy, Schroeder, Snoopy and Sally Brown (she replaces Patty.) The original twelve songs all remain in this version, and two new songs: Beethoven Day (Schroeder & Company) and My New Philosophy (Sally with Schroeder) have been added. Some of the underscoring music was also replaced (Lucy's Queen Lucy and Snoopy's Red Baron). The music and the dialogue has also been reworked.

A Family Favorite.......2007-01-16

It's good music to listen to in the car. It's appropiate for everyone of every age. It also teaches children how to appreciate the arts,since it's based on a children's program that everyone knows and loves.

Nostaglic .......2007-01-11

I saw a production of this great play in northern New Jersey last year and was struck by the introduction in the program that the story of "Peanuts" was written by an American WWII veteran who endured the tough winter of 19944-45 in Europe just as my Dad and a number of uncles did. Perhaps another perspective on these timeless stories of growing up and learning to be happy.

A really cute show.......2006-08-05

This is a fantastic score, and though the original cast recording may be more authentic/true to the Peanuts cartoon, a clearer sound and a bigger orchestra does nothing but good for this CD. Anthony Rapp is a fantastic charlie brown and shows his distress perfectly. the song that was written for kristin chenoweth is laugh-out-loud funny and a great addition.
ilana lavine's voice is, i admit, little short of a screech, but it's only annoying because in the songs with the whole cast, you can tell she has a beautiful voice normally. for those who were complaining that her songs are unlistenable, it isn't that bad and it's part of lucy's character.
my favourite songs are 'you're a good man, charlie brown' and 'happiness'. they both have an underlying message that makes the CD worth listening to for adults as well as children. 'for happiness is anyone and anything at all that's loved by you...' how true is that? definitely buy either this or the off-broadway cast recording, but this CD has a more definite beat and rhythm and is wonderful to listen to.

Great Broadway show for families.......2006-07-14

As a long-time Broadway junkie, I've made it my mission to introduce my 2 young daughters to as many age-appropriate musicals as possible. Charlie Brown is fun with a basic, life-affirming message without being sugary and melodramatic. The multicultural casting on this version was a nice touch, and the cast vocals blend nicely as well as standing out on their own. It's no surprise that Kristin Chenoweth won the Tony for this performance-just listen to My New Philosophy and you'll see why. Great to hear Anthony Rapp apart from Rent, and BD Wong's My Blanket and Me is sweet and charming.

This is a good CD for anyone wishing to introduce their kids to Broadway. My girls and I sing to it in the car all the time! Due to the low overhead as far as sets and costumes are concerned, this show is performed frequently in community/regional theatres around the country. I highly recommend taking your kids to see it, and you'll enjoy it also.

You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown (1967 Original Off-Broadway Cast)

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Good songs.....but not the greatest recording

You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown (1967 Original Off-Broadway Cast)
Clark Gesner , Bob Balaban , and Gary Burghoff
Manufacturer: Decca Broadway
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000050HZZ
Release Date: 2000-10-31

Tracks:

You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown
Schroeder (Moonlight Sonata)
Snoopy
My Blanket & Me
The Kite
Dr. Lucy
Book Report
The Red Baron
T-E-A-M (The Baseball Game)
Queen Lucy
Peanuts Potpourri
Little Known Facts
Suppertime
Happiness
You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown -- Clark Gesner (piano), Barbara Minkus (vocalist) (bonus track)
The Doctor Is In -- Clark Gesner (piano), Barbara Minkus (vocalist) (bonus track)
My Blanket & Me -- Clark Gesner (piano), Barbara Minkus (vocalist) (bonus track)
The Kite (bonus track) -- Clark Gesner (piano), Barbara Minkus (vocalist) (bonus track)