Wow! Rachel Zegler Sings Iconic Song Live from London Balcony

Intermediate | July 3, 2025

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A Special Performance in London

A Famous Song, A New Stage

Have you heard about the musical Evita? It’s famous for the song “Don’t Cry For Me Argentina.” In this new version, Rachel Zegler sings Evita from the balcony in a way that surprises and excites audiences. Well, actress Rachel Zegler is starring in a new production in London, and she’s doing something really special with this song!

Singing from the Balcony

Rachel Zegler, known for movies like West Side Story, is playing Eva Perón in the musical at the London Palladium theatre. Usually, actors sing inside the theatre. But in this new show, Rachel walks out onto the theatre’s balcony to sing the famous song to people outside! It’s a big hit, and many people come just to see this live performance.

Singing to the Street

A Director’s Bold Idea

This unique idea comes from the director, Jamie Lloyd. He wanted to create a different experience for the audience. People inside the theatre see the balcony performance on a big screen. At the same time, people standing on the street outside get to see Rachel sing live for free!

A Social Media Buzz

The show officially opened on July 1st, but previews started in June, and the balcony performance quickly became a big talking point. It’s drawing large crowds and getting a lot of attention on social media. Some people think it’s a brilliant way to make theatre more public and exciting, while others have different opinions.

An Extraordinary Voice

A Must-See Performance: Rachel Zegler Sings Evita

Reviews of the show and Rachel’s performance have been mostly positive, with many calling her “phenomenal” and saying her voice is “extraordinary.” This London production of Evita is running until September 6th, so there’s time to catch it if you’re in London! Whether you see the show inside or join the crowd outside, experiencing “Don’t Cry For Me Argentina” sung from the balcony is a unique theatrical event.

Vocabulary

Musical (noun): A play or film that uses singing and dancing to tell a story.
- Example: “My favorite musical is Evita.”
Production (noun): A specific show or performance, like a play or musical.
- Example: “This new production of Evita is very popular.”
Actress (noun): A woman who performs in plays, movies, or television shows.
- Example: “Rachel Zegler is a talented young actress.”
Theatre (noun): A building where plays, musicals, or shows are performed.
- Example: “The musical is playing at the London Palladium theatre.”
Balcony (noun): A platform that is attached to the outside wall of a building, high above the ground.
- Example: “She sang the song from the balcony.”
Director (noun): A person who tells actors what to do in a play, movie, etc., and is responsible for the artistic success of the production.
- Example: “The director had a unique idea for the show.”
Unique (adjective): Being the only one of its kind; very unusual or special.
- Example: “Singing from the balcony is a unique idea.”
Preview (noun): A performance of a play or film before it is shown to the general public or press.
- Example: “The show had previews before the official opening.”
Talking point (noun): A subject that many people want to discuss.
- Example: “The balcony performance became a major talking point.”
Phenomenal (adjective): Extremely impressive or surprising.
- Example: “Her performance was phenomenal.”

Discussion Questions (About the Article)

Who is Rachel Zegler and what musical is she currently in?
What is special or unusual about how Rachel Zegler performs “Don’t Cry For Me Argentina” in this production?
Who is the director of this Evita production, and why did he decide to do the balcony performance?
How can people see Rachel Zegler perform this song?
What have people and critics said about this unique performance and Rachel’s role?

Discussion Questions (About the Topic)

Do you like musicals? Why or why not?
Have you ever seen a theatre production that did something unexpected or unique?
How does performing outside a theatre, like on a balcony, change the experience for the audience?
Why do you think some songs from musicals become very famous?
Would you prefer to see this performance from inside the theatre or from the street outside? Why?

Related Idiom

“Steal the show”

Meaning: To receive the most attention and praise in a performance.
Example: “Rachel Zegler’s balcony performance really stole the show.”

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This article was inspired by: NPR, June 26, 2025