Product: Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat [VHS] (2000)
Rating: 5.0
Incredible Music That Never Gets Old
Though usually seen as a play, this version of "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat" allows you to experience the magic of the performance right in your home. While nothing is quite like experiencing the phenomenon live, this production is excellent in its own right.For a basic plot summary, "Dreamcoat" follows the biblical story of Joseph (played by Donny Osmond), the youngest of the 12 sons of Jacob. Joseph, the favorite son of Jacob, is betrayed by his jealous brothers and sold into Egyptian slavery as a young man. After languishing in prison for years in the Pharaoh's palace, Joseph is called into duty due to an incredible God-given talent for dream interpretation.There are two reasons why this production (in all its shapes and forms) has stood the test of time:1. The music is absolutely timeless. It pulls from all genres (ballads, rock-and-roll, country, etc.) and has something for everybody. The kids will love the silliness, while the adults will appreciate the vigor to which the actors approach their roles.2. The story is also one-of-a-kind. Whether you are a biblical scholar or not, this story can resonate with any of the classic tales ever told. It contains such seminal themes as betrayal, family dynamics, jealousy, repentance, and redemption.Overall, "Joseph" is just a really fun experience for all involved. I can't really imagine anyone walking away from it severely disappointed.