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Username: sue
CityStateZip: Spain
Country: Madrid
Date: March 09, 2004
Time: 10:14:34

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Wonderful!!! I have never seen the live performance (I wish you could performer it in Spain) It would be a success, I´m sure! Here, in Madrid, musicals like The Man of La Mancha, Cats, The beauty and the beast, etc, they have been a spectacular success. I don´t loose the hope ;). Ted Neeley ... I haven´t words to define him, simply MAGIC (I admire him since I was nine, when I saw him in JCS). And James O´Neill is fantastic too. In fact all of their voices are great. I love the musical!

Username: Kim S.
CityStateZip:
Country: USA
Date: April 03, 2004
Time: 17:57:47

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I saw Jesus Christ Superstar over 200 times when I was a kid. (15 years old.) I waited for the DVD for a month and finally got it in the mail today. It's just as powerful now as it was all those years ago. I was really happy to find out Ted Neeley is still in theatre. His voice and acting skills were excellent then, and even better now, if that's possible.

 Username: Francesca
CityStateZip: Padua (Padova)
Country: Italy
Date: April 07, 2004
Time: 16:10:10

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I have never seen the live performance of the show, but I really enjoy the 3 CD set. I am a dancer in a local company and one day I suggested listening to Rasputin during our workout. The other dancers loved it and we had fun : ) ! Is the show likely to be performed in Europe too? I live in Italy. Now, just tell me what to do to convince Ted Neeley that Italy, or France, Spain or at least, England, are all wonderful countries to visit and maybe sing something there, summertime is fantastic and people are so nice, food too!! ; )  

Username: maria grazia malpassi
CityStateZip: Modena
Country: Italy
Date: April 12, 2004
Time: 10:57:32

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Rasputin is a marvelous masterpiece. Powerful, it has passion and all singers are excellent, conveying strong and deep emotions and their sincere involvement. Ted Neeley is magic as usual, my admiration for him is a never-ending one. I had my friends listen to Rasputin and all of them were enthusiastic, and wondered why such a record is not widely known. What about a tour to Europe and hopefully Italy too? In my town there are two magnificent theatres which have all the necessary requisites to host the musical. It is my dream to see Rasputin in Modena. If I can be of any help to you... Happy Easter! Maria Grazia, Modena, Italy, ielba@libero.it

Username: Lynnette
CityStateZip:
Country: USA
Date: April 13, 2004
Time: 20:54:06

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Magnificent website, and I love the music. Ted Neeley still sounds fantastic! The first time I saw Ted, was in Jesus Christ Superstar, and it renewed my faith in the Lord. I watched JCSS with my children, and his role in that film made them realize that JC is a real cool guy. Ted is an inspiration to many, and we love him!

Username: Jillonne Kaufman
CityStateZip: Robinson, IL
Country: USA
Date: April 13, 2004
Time: 23:06:23

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I am looking forward to enjoying yet another wonderful project involving my favorite performer, Ted Neeley. I have been a loyal fan ever since I first saw him in the movie musical Jesus Christ Superstar in the early 1970's. I became more curious about Rasputin after seeing the movie "Anastasia" by Disney. I know that I will most definitely appreciate Ted's performance in this!

Username: Linda Holloway
CityStateZip: Bailey, CO
Country: USA
Date: April 26, 2004
Time: 13:11:13

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Certainly leaves you craving more. I'm envious of all that were able to see the performance and can't wait for it to hit the road. I am a huge, huge fan of Mr. Neeley and am quite anxious to see him touring again. My tastes for musical theater seem to run to the unconventional and I am excited about this production.

Username: HARRY HALL
CityStateZip: OCEANVILLE,NJ
Country: USA
Date: May 10, 2004
Time: 10:25:17

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THANKS TO TED MESKERS, I MET TED NEELEY, MICHAEL RAPP AND WAS INVITED TO ATTEND THE DELAWARE PREFORMANCE SEVERAL YEARS AGO. WHAT A WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE!!!!!!!!!!

Username: margo
CityStateZip: Amsterdam
Country: netherlands
Date: May 13, 2004
Time: 04:46:06

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I think I'm hooked already, this music with the comments of john hurt reminds me at the music from jeff wayne's war off the worlds and spartacus.(tip) I'm a big fan of ted neeley he has the voice! (Is youre neck still swelling that big when you are singing?) I hope i can find the cd in the neteherlands I go look for it!

Username: kyle sangiovanni
CityStateZip: montclair, new jersey
Country: USA
Date: May 13, 2004
Time: 20:49:33

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wow, how exciting. i must have this cd. can't wait to see this show on b-way... but when?

Username: melanie cornelius
CityStateZip: indianapolis,in
Country: usa
Date: May 26, 2004
Time: 15:31:56

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I bought the cd it is great.....get it out on tour, please!

Username: Tess Holtermans
CityStateZip: Venlo
Country: The Netherlands
Date: June 08, 2004
Time: 13:02:36

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Magnificent Website ofcourse!.. I like sample of the music from Rasputin.. I come from Holland, but I have some great friends from the US, who keep me up to date of Rasputin. But of course, this site keeps me now up to date! Really sad I live in Holland.

Username: DAVID CHRISTOPHER MIEDZIANIK
CityStateZip: ROTHERHAM, SOUTH YORKSHIRE:
Country: ENGLAND, UK:
Date: June 09, 2004
Time: 08:17:27

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My grandfather knew RASPUTIN. THANX: david c. miedzianik

Username: Marieke Hoeve
CityStateZip: Oosthuizen
Country: The Netherlands
Date: June 12, 2004
Time: 14:02:24

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What a wonderful site! I really love the music, it is the most beautyfull music I have ever heard! I'am very happy to hear that Ted Neeley is still on stage. I'm a big fan of him, and I love his voice and he is such a great beloved person! I live in holland...so I hope you will maybe start an international tour...Because I get tears in my eyes if I hear the sample..in theater it we be more overwhelming. It is my biggest wish to see this musical and Ted in real. Much love, marieke

Username: Susan Horlick
CityStateZip: Tallahassee, Florida
Country: US
Date: June 15, 2004
Time: 13:57:04

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Great web site Kathy, perfection, as in every web site you do. I had the honor of attending the Rasputin Showcase and all I can say is this musical is well worth the wait. Its was awesome, simply and totally AWESOME, in every way.. and it was only a scaled down version. Just think of what the real deal will be! Michael Rapp.. you ROCK!! Namaste' :Susan

Username: Laura Da Costa
CityStateZip:
Country: Canada
Date: June 15, 2004
Time: 22:01:37

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Bravo! This site is a wonderful place to visit. Having been a student of Russian history, the whole compilation rings of accuracy, factual truth and sheer talent. Kudos to Kathy's undeniable expertise and Michael's ultimate genius. Ted's heaven-sent voice and outstanding stage abilities make this production the masterpiece that it is...

Username: Andy Simpson
CityStateZip: RR#1 Glen Isle Rd. Carleton Place, Ontario
Country: CANADA
Date: July 04, 2004
Time: 17:38:52

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I just recieved Rasputin on Wednesday, and I love this musical! I have listened to the album at leat five times already, and I hope that there will be a tour forthcoming. One of my favourite songs is "Never Say Die." Rasputin should be on Broadway!! It has all the elements for great theatre! Surley a Tony award winner, here! If there is a road tour, please keep me informed about auditioning for a part. Please bring the show to Canada. Ted Neeley made me forget that he was Jesus in Jesus Christ Superstar. That's how good the man really is! Thank you.

Username: Ben Brantley

CityStateZip: New York, New York

Country: USA

Date: July 26, 2004

Time: 11:22:24

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Was very happy to hear that Ted Neeley was a part of this monumental piece of musical theatre.  Every song is a gem and the music is phenomenal.  If this were on Broadway right now, I’d give it a definite rave.  Here’s to hoping that the tour starts soon and manages to hit Broadway as well so I can give it a review more befitting of a show of the magnitude of “Rasputin”, starring Ted Neeley and John Hurt. 

Username:  Ria de Jager

CityStateZip:  Den Helder

Country: The Netherlands

Date:  April 18, 2005

Time:  11:10:19

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The Netherlands is waiting for this muiscal! I always wonder what Rasputin did with the boy Alex. My husband have hemophilia too en has often very large bleedings! Maybe there's another Rasputin somwhere Love you Ted!

Username:  José

CityStateZip:  Breda

Country:  The Netherlands

Date: April 23, 2005

Time: 16:31:12

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Great, fantastic. Ted still has his wonderfull and emontional voice. Either the other singers are doing it very nice. I hope I can see it on television or maybe some day some how in America!

Username:  Dana

CityStateZip:  Omaha

Country: USA

Date:  May 07, 2005

Time:   16:18:56

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Because the Romanov family (particularly our beloved Tsarevitch Alexei) is my forte, this kind of thing interests me more than anything else. This musical is an amazing accomplishment. Who knew there could been a musical on Grishka?

Username:  Sheila

CityStateZip: bunschoten

Country: Nederland

Date:  May 09, 2005

Time: 10:08:08

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I just want to say how good Ted Neeley is. I've seen Jesus Christ Superstar for at least 50 times and I still love to see it. I can't describe the feeling when he's singing but it is just magnificent! Ted, if you read this, you're the best!!!

Username: Maria Sundh

CityStateZip: Stockholm

Country: Sweden

Date:  May 13, 2005

Time: 15:12:01

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I believe this is a great musical about an interesting man, with a marvelous actor/singer in the lead, and I would really love to see it! Is it still running and has it, or will it ever been staged in Europe???

Username:  Alexandra Schiessl

CityStateZip:

Country:  USA

Date: May 14, 2005

Time:  21:20:07

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I love this site!I can't wait to order the Cd,the music(in the 15-minute collage)was absolutely beautiful!!!!

Username: Rishi Pd Nepal
CityStateZip:
Country: Nepal
Date: July 30, 2005
Time: 06:37:16
 

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Very nice site well done best of luck Regard Rishi www.encountersnepal.com

Username: Adam K.
CityStateZip:
Country: US
Date: August 13, 2005
Time: 16:17:37
 

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First off I think this show is amazing. You made the perfect choices for the whole cast. I'm really impressed. :) This site is great, but I would like to see a newsletter section, that way I could know when the show goes on tour and where! :D I'd like to see the tour go to Connecticut or Rhode Island! Great work, everybody!

Username: doreen raynor
CityStateZip: shamong nj 08088
Country: us
Date: August 11, 2005
Time: 15:30:01
 

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I would like to be notified when this play begins to tour. My interest would be in Philadelphia or NEW YORK

Username: 'Lazarus' K
CityStateZip:
Country:
Date: August 11, 2005
Time: 14:10:15
 

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This show sounds absolutely amazing. I've listened to the audio and I loved it. Once again, Mr. Neely is outstanding, and the rest of the cast is amazing. I was moved by everyone's performances. I can't wait to see the show. Keep up the good work!

Username: Maria Grazia M.
CityStateZip: Modena 41100
Country: Italy
Date: August 10, 2005
Time: 12:09:34
 

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I'm so happy to see Raz Video, although it plays only 3 mintues instead of 15! I'm too anxious to see it all through. PLEASE, can you do something about it?

Username: Linda Holloway
CityStateZip: Bailey, CO 80421
Country: USA
Date: August 09, 2005
Time: 12:12:00
 

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I am so anxious to see the musical. I'm one of the many Tedheads!! Just heard about the video you have and am extremely anxious because it only plays about 5 minutes....was I wrong in thinking it was going to be about 15? PLEASE, PLEASE, I MUST SEE MORE!!

Username: Pam
CityStateZip: Ozark, Al.
Country: U.S.
Date: August 08, 2005
Time: 23:35:02
 

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Hey Kathy! I just realized I had not signed the guest book. You always do wonderful work. Hello Michael! Can't wait to see and hear it in person! Just love it! Looking forward to meeting Ted. I have always been fascinated with the Tsar and family, that lead me to the Rasputin site. What a bonus to see that Ted was involved. Best wishes.

Username: Denise Donoghue
CityStateZip: Milford, OH. 45150
Country: USA
Date: August 21, 2005
Time: 12:37 PM
 

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Truley magical! I would love to see this musical. The cast is amazing and the music gives you chills. It could not fail with such great talent. Denise Donoghue

Username: Sweetie16
CityStateZip:
Country: US
Date: September 13, 2005
Time: 01:59 PM

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i am doing a report on rasputin for my school report and this website helped me a lot THANK YOU !

Username: Dana Donlan
CityStateZip: Omaha Nebraska
Country: USA
Date: September 29, 2005
Time: 06:05 PM
 

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Huzzah! A beautiful combination of music and mystery! Finally a new take on the beautiful world of the Tsar and the peasant who has been portrayed in several different views over the years! I was in tears durring Alyosha's "Father Gregory" and love all the music. You bring me joy! I remain your number one fan. -Dana

Username: Eli
CityStateZip: 92037
Country: U.S.A.
Date: October 05, 2005
Time: 11:50 PM
 

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I am a Rasputin enthusiast glad to see that his amazing story has finaly made it to the stage. When will it show in San Diego? Male Rights!!!!!!

Username: Cocu'
CityStateZip: Firenze
Country: Italy
Date: October 21, 2005
Time: 03:25 PM
 

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TED IS GOOD !!!! TED IS GREAT !!!!! TED IS LOVEEEE !!!!! BY Cocu'

Username: Maria Grazia M.
CityStateZip: Modena
Country: Italy
Date: October 30, 2005
Time: 12:39 PM
 

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I got to see the whole video, it's simply wonderful. Is there any chance to see it released in DVD version? Think: Rasputin on DVD...

Username: Helen Azar
CityStateZip:  LAWRENCEVILLE, NJ 08648
Country: USA
Date: November 20, 2005
Time: 08:07 PM
 

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I was wondering where I can see the actual musical, is it playing anywhere? Thank you! Helen Azar

Username: Denise Donoghue
CityStateZip: Milford, Ohio 45150
Country: USA
Date: November 27, 2005
Time: 01:31 AM
 

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Brilliant! I would love to experience Rasputin live! Ted Neeley sounds amazing. Please send me information on location of performances and ticket availability.

Username:  Tessa
CityStateZip:  Long Beach, Ca
Country: USA
Date: November 25, 2005
Time: 10:51 PM
 

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I can't wait until I can see Rasputin, hope it comes to my town...I have loved Ted since I was born! My family watched JCSS ALL the time!

Username:  Kevin D
CityStateZip:  Hopkinton, Ma
Country: USA
Date:  December 29, 2005
Time: 9:20 PM
 

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Hi Michael:  Great sight, fantastic story, look forward to the Broadway debut. Wayne says hello

Username:  Tina
CityStateZip:  Port Orchard, Washington
Country: USA
Date:  April 25, 2006
Time: 8:03 AM
 

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Michael, Ted,     Thank you for sharing your wonderful talents in this production,, its Magnificent, you both are truly gifted.  I look forward to seeing the production done live (lol, hopefully soon!)  on another note: Michael, I truly loved the sound byte of "The Ring"  I know that is it no longer available and I can suspect why and respect your decision... however is it possible that sometime in the future an anniversary edition of it might be released? I would love to hear it in its entirety (as I know many would).  Again,  looking forward to Rasputin LIVE!!!!!! With my highest compliments, Tina      PS... Thank you Michael for the Brilliant idea... it looks very good on my end!

Username:  Kathryn S.
CityStateZip: Wilmington, DE
Country: USA
Date:  April 25, 2006
Time: 7:03 PM
 

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I just thought of this musical after many years and will be ordering it soon. I have the distinct pleasure of being able to say I saw the showcase at the Grand Oprea House 5 1/2 years ago. My father Ted Meyermann was in it. He showcased it a few years earlier in Delaware's Best of Broadway and then was able to preform in the chours at the showcase in 1999. It was the last thing I ever saw him preform before he passed in 2000, so Rasputin will always have a special place in my heart. The fact that it has yet to make it to broadway is ashame for it is one of the best musicals of our time I believe. So I will keep routing for the day when it makes it!!
 

Username:  Janet R.
CityStateZip: Kauai , Hawaii
Country: USA
Date:  7/08/06
Time:  9:18 PM
 

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I just finished listening and watching the 15 minute
video clip and am absolutely blown away!  What quality!

The musical sounds fantastic!  I love the grand scope of the music and the voices are all wonderful --especially Rasputin!  I jumped right over and purchased the CD set and can't wait to hear it in its entirety!  I live someplace that this musical will probably never come to -- but at least I can listen to the music and imagine!

I hope that this makes it to Broadway -- it would be such a welcome addition to a lackluster musical scene!
Good luck!!!
 

Username:  Andrew P.
CityStateZip: Minneapolis, Mn
Country: USA
Date:  8/02/06
Time:  11:59 AM
 

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First of all, i love the songs on the website and find myself singing them from time to time throughout the day. Ted Neeley is wonderful! He was a huge inspiration to me when i played Jesus in JCS. Does anyone know that Ozzy Osbourne is writing a musical on Rasputin as well? I wonder if he knows there is already one in exsistence?
 

Username:  Linda
CityStateZip:  Wethersfield, Connecticut
Country: USA
Date:  8/16/06
Time:  08:08 AM

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just found this website, and I had to sign in.  I have been a big fan of Ted Neely's since the early 70's, having seen JC Superstar on Broadway and at serveral other venues, multiple times with Ted as star.  Needless to say, I own the record (yes, vinyl), CD, tape, and now the DVD with commentary and watch them (or listen to them) often.  For several years, I was a religious education instructor at my church, where every year during Holy Week, I would treat my 8th graders to pizza and the movie.  My own children could sing most of the parts to Superstar by the time they were 9 years old.

When Ted was touring in 1997, my mother and I saw the show in Hartford, CT, and the next night, I took my then 9-year old daughter with me to Foxwoods Casino in Connecticut for a repeat performance.  I had the extreme good luck to have a telephone conversation with Ted during a radio call-in show, and he told me to come backstage that night after the performance at Foxwoods.  My daughter and I had the unforgettable experience of meeting Ted, and he graciously posed for pictures and signed autographs.  Ted was kind, patient, and friendly, and was wonderfully adept at putting us at ease. It is a memory both my dauughter and I will cherish forever.

I had been waiting for Rasputin since then, and last year I bought the 3 CD set which I listen to contantly.  No matter how many times I hear it, the music, (especially Ted's voice), brings me to tears.  I had hoped I would have the opportunity to see the show, but I have not heard of it anywhere in my area.  Is there a DVD available?  If so, how can I purchase it?  And is there any way to find out if the show will be coming to Connecticut anytime in the future?

Thank you for providing the opportunity to share my admiration and affection for Ted.  If you are actually in touch with him, please let him know that he and his family are in our thoughts and prayers.
 

Username:  Pradip
CityStateZip:  Kathmandu
Country:  Nepal
Date:  September 1, 2006
Time:  7:41 AM

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Excellents and great informative site

Username:  seedie calboy
CityStateZip:  San Diego. CA
Country:  USA
Date:  September 10, 2006
Time:  11:51 AM

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Nobody can cajolr more meaning and soul from a single syiiable word than John Hurt... Gawd can he say GOD!!!

I was captured from the start and taken on a wonderous spiritual journey across time, cultures, and continents...and emmersed in a luxurious theatrical true fantasy of hopelessly unforgetable music and career performances coupled with heart capturing empathy and raw human outrage.  All the while, exploring Man's timeless quest to undersyand our most mysterious God...and the boundless strength found only in love.  This will be the hit of hits once it is mounted and not to be missed...

BEHOLD THE NEXT MEGAHIT....RASPUTIN

Username:  P. young-kyun
CityStateZip:  Kwang-ju
Country:  South Korea

Date:  October 21, 2006
Time:  8:10 AM

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the music is incredible and every cast members are great, especially Ted Neeley. remarkable acting and powerful voice. I love it!

Username:  J Bugiada
CityStateZip:  Seal Beach, CA
Country:  USA

Date:  December 11, 2006
Time:  12:50 AM

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I've been listening to the CD's for at least a year.  I love it and look forward to it coming to the stage.  It needs to be showcased to build more of a following.  Perhaps some concert versions or Equity Waiver size so that people can see and hear it.  That way it can build a following.  The problem is that outside of Ted Neeley fans, most folks have not heard of the show.  It needs more exposure to folks who can make things happen! $$$$.

Username:  Barbara

CityStateZip:  Cleveland, OH
Country:  USA

Date:  January 2, 2007
Time:  2:59 PM

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I have been such a fan of Ted Neeley's since the movie came out in 1973.  A happy moment for me and my daughter was listening to the vinyl and explaining each section to her as it was played.  That was such a great mother daughter moment.  He was just here in December of '06 and I got to see the play all over again.  It amazes me how he was able to keep the form and keep still in the scene at the end where he died and was off the cross and raising to the beyond.  Ted can be 30 or 63, he still has what it takes to captivate an audience and to hold their interest. 

Username:  Linda B.

CityStateZip:  Gainesville, FL
Country:  USA

Date:  January 9, 2007
Time:  11:22 AM

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Very nice web site, easy to use.  I ordered Rasputin CD set in December and have listened to it several times, as well as having shared with friends who were as equally impressed as I.  The musical composition and lyrics are beautiful, rich and satisfying.  I ended up ordering 2 more sets since my friends are  constantly asking to borrow mine.  I wish I had known about this when it was show cased, however I hope that it will either begin a tour soon via Broadway or if that is not possible, available on DVD.  I would also like information on whether Ullyses: The Greek Suite or Quisimoto are available on CD?  Hope to hear from you soon....