Josh Groban asks fans to join free streaming of his concerts, promises live commentary and Q&A
Josh Groban is making the at-home movie watching experience a whole lot better.
The Tony-nominated singer is working hard to keep his fans entertained throughout the coronavirus quarantine. He announced that he would be launching a movie night so fans could watch his 'Bridges Live: Madison Square Garden Concert'. The one-time viewing of the film included live commentary from the singer himself in addition to a live Q&A session with Groban.
He made the announcement via Twitter, stating, "Josh Groban Movie Nights start tomorrow! Join Josh for a one-time-only screening of your favorite concert films and a simultaneous Q&A. Afterwards, the full live concert audio for each film will be released wherever you stream your music. See you there! http://youtube.com/joshgroban."
He also added that he would be "watching (and self criticizing) right along with you," before confirming that "each screening will benefit a different charity". Groban also stated, "Hope you’ll join me!... bring snacks." After all, no movie is truly complete without them.
The concert aired via Groban's YouTube account and proceeds were donated towards The Actors Fund. The full concert can still be streamed on the singer's YouTube channel.
Fans were naturally ecstatic to be able to spend their movie night in the company of Groban. One fan tweeted, " You are amazing! Thank you for all you are doing (showing your live performances), et. al. Not only talent do you have, but a dear, precious heart. I am a friend. Hope you tweet me sometime. Take care and be safe." Another shared a performance from the night with Idina Menzel, adding, "I am so grateful I got to relive this moment. These lyrics mean everything to me. #Bridges."
Groban also confirmed that he would be holding subsequent screenings featuring his other concerts including 'Stages Live', which airs on April 30; 'Awake Live', which airs on May 14; 'Live at the Greek', which airs on May 28, and 'Josh Groban in Concert', which airs on June 11. Each concert will benefit a different charity. All airings will take place at 8 pm ET / 5 pm PT on the scheduled date.
Live Q&As will be held along with each movie and as the first event, Groban will provide live commentary throughout. All screenings will happen through the singer's YouTube channel so be sure to subscribe HERE.
Prior to this, Groban held a different kind of event with his biweekly 'Shower Songs' where the singer sang fan requests while standing in his shower because it happens to have the best acoustics. Given his amazingly powerful and beloved voice though, he could probably sing from any location in his home and we would all tune in.