Barbra Streisand - Timeless (2001)

Fantastic

A beautiful concert! There are many unique wonderful segments in this concert. Barbra Streisand always does everything top quality. Never a disappointment. March 28, 2008

Barbra's the greatest star!

Recorded during, and released shortly after what was supposed to be Barbra Streisand's final concert tour, this concert is a highly entertaining work. Unlike her concert masterpiece released 6 years earlier, though, this is more of a career retrospective, with Barbra recollecting her early days, her Funny Girl days, as well as famous duet partners, songs she wrote, and many of her looks and styles of the past. All of her costumes are very beautiful, though truth be told, the satin ball gown she wears in the beginning of the second act is not my favorite. Best of all, she is much funnier this time around, not only making jokes at her expense (the story before "Alfie" reflects this), but also having great monologues in the show (Shirley MacLaine's "Y1K" and "the Clicker Blues" are very amusing). In general, the show is much more relaxed in tone, making it easier to have a good time.

However, I cannot give this concert 5 stars. The main reason is the fact that, unlike The Concert from 1994, this hasn't aged too well. The whole Y2K crisis seems far too ridiculous now, and just isn't as funny. Also, part of what made the show so special was that it was supposed to be Barbra's final one. We all know that she has since toured again, making her "retirement" less special.

But still, this is a very good concert, especially if you want a greatest hits-type experience, rather than a spiritual journey. December 29, 2007

Not to Be Missed

the presentation, the beautiful voice, the unique stage presence - truly a work of art - this is a must see for everyone who really loves music, theatre and art - she is simply the most talented performer of any generation! November 25, 2007

Barbra at her very best

Possibly one of the greatest concerts of all time. Even non Streisand lovers have to attest to that. Contains all of her classics some with new musical arrangements. Her rendition of Somewhere is 'heavenly'. A great addition to any collection. Do yourself a favour and buy it now! March 10, 2007

THE BEST BARBRA CONCERT EVER !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

NOT ONLY IS THIS THE GREATEST BARBRA CONCERT, BUT THIS IS A FANTASTIC SHOW! JUST PLAIN BRILLIANT! I REALLY CAN'T SAY ENOUGH. I HAVE ALL HER CONCERTS AND THIS ONE IS SPECTACULAR!!

DON'T WAIT........BUY IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! September 14, 2006

More reviews at Amazon.com ...