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2024-10-21
Best Broadway Songs for Kids
It’s amazing to think that kids as young as 9 can handle leading a Broadway show (looking at you, Matilda). But it turns out that talented triple threats come in all shapes, sizes, and ages. Here’s a list of songs for, about, and sung by kids – some of them have turned into iconic musical theater songs known all over the world!
2024-09-21
Elton John Musicals: A History of Stage Shows
In addition to being an international superstar, Elton John is revered in the musical theater industry as a talented composer, lyricist, and producer. Some of his most notable contributions to Broadway include his compositions for The Lion King and Aida, and throughout his career in the musical theater industry, he has composed with lyricists Sir Tim Rice, Lee Hall, Bernie Taupin, and Jake Shears. In January 2024, he became a winner of the coveted EGOT – meaning he has won an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony Award. In this article, we'll explore his catalogue of stage shows, including what is playing on Broadway and the West End right now!
2024-08-28
Audra McDonald on Broadway: A History of Stage Shows
Audra Ann McDonald is a well-renowned Broadway star, opera singer, activist, and film & television actress. She holds the record for the most Tony Awards won by a performer and is the only actor on Broadway to have won one in all four categories of performance. Her incredible voice has won her two Grammy Awards for Best Classical Album and Best Opera Recording. President Barack Obama awarded her the National Medal of Arts in 2016, and in 2017 she secured her place in the American Theater Hall of Fame.
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2024-07-24
Best Plays for High Schools
High school theater plays an important role in exposing young people to the performing arts. Whether they audition for performing roles or get involved backstage, teens may discover a passion for theater that will last beyond their school years. We’ve compiled a list of the most popular plays for high schools, taking into account the latest survey from the Educational Theatre Association, to help you find the perfect play for your school.
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2024-07-22
Broadway's 2022-2023 Season: A Complete List of Plays
The 2022-2023 Broadway season was filled with groundbreaking plays. Between them, they won Tony Awards, Pulitzer Prizes, broke box office records, attracted star talent, and are now being performed all over the country and the world. We’ll tell you what plays were on Broadway in the 2022-2023 season, where you can read them, and where you can find them now.
2024-07-01
What is Wicked About?
A deep dive into what Wicked the Musical is about, the creative team, how to see Wicked on Broadway, and a preview of the upcoming Wicked Film.
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2024-06-19
Best Musicals for High Schools
One of the great American traditions, the high school musical is where many young people unlock a lifelong love of theater. Most high schools across the US provide musical theater programs that give students the opportunity to audition, rehearse, and perform for an audience of their peers and families. We’ve compiled a list of the most popular musicals for high schools, taking into account the latest information from the Educational Theatre Association on the musicals most frequently licensed by school theater programs.
2024-05-25
Hugh Jackman on Broadway: A Complete History of Stage Shows
Hugh Jackman is a talented film, TV, and theater actor, with roles in Broadway productions such as The Music Man and The Boy from Oz. While most may know him for his time on the big screen as Wolverine in the X-Men world, he also brings his charisma, talent, and musical abilities to the Great White Way in New York. In this article, we’ll go over Jackman’s complete history of stage shows.
2024-04-19
Sutton Foster on Broadway: A History of Stage Shows
Sutton Foster is a two-time Tony Award winning actress, singer, and dancer, with credits across theater, TV, and film. She first entered the spotlight at the age of 15 as a contestant on the reality competition show Star Search. She made her Broadway debut just a year later as an ensemble member and understudy for Éponine in Les Misérables. Since then, Foster has been a regular on the Broadway stage.
2024-03-12
Daniel Radcliffe on Broadway: A Complete History of Stage Shows
Daniel Radcliffe is a well-known film and stage actor, with roles in productions such as Equus and Merrily We Roll Along. He made his acting debut in David Copperfield, a two-part adaptation of Charles Dickens’s novel of the same name, before going on to star in the Harry Potter film series, which launched his film career and later led to his impressive Broadway debut.
2024-01-26
Kander and Ebb Musicals List: A Complete History
Kander and Ebb are known for their collaborations on shows like Chicago, Cabaret, Curtains, and Kiss of the Spider Woman. Their partnership on at least 16 Broadway shows garnered critical acclaim, including Tony, Emmy, and Grammy Awards, and their contribution to musical theater has influenced many artists working today.
2023-09-20
Christmas Theater Shows
There’s nothing like the holidays in New York City. From ice skating beneath the giant Rockefeller Christmas Tree to shopping at the holiday markets to drinking hot chocolate and eggnog by the gallon, there’s so much to see and do in New York around the holidays. And Broadway is no different – in this article we’ll go over the holiday themed Broadway shows as well as other performing arts options like the Rockettes and The Nutcracker, and what other holiday happenings you can enjoy throughout the season.
2023-05-24
Everything You Need to Know About the Seven Longest-Running Broadway Shows
Today, let’s unpack the most historic superstar shows of the Broadway world.
We’ll talk about the shows, the stars, the creators, and some knockout numbers. We’ll also deconstruct the legacies of the seven longest-running Broadway shows and what made them special enough to draw crowds in the millions for decades on end.
2023-03-14
Rodgers and Hammerstein Musicals
Rodgers and Hammerstein are known for ushering in the Golden Age of musical theater, starting with their first collaboration on Oklahoma! and continuing with Carousel, South Pacific, The King and I, and The Sound of Music, among others.
2022-11-06
Andrew Lloyd Webber Musicals
Andrew Lloyd Webber is an English composer famous for his work in musical theater. He has composed over twenty musicals, including the megahits Joseph and the Technicolor Dreamcoat, Jesus Christ Superstar, Evita, Cats, and The Phantom of the Opera.
2022-11-06
Best Broadway Shows of All Time
An oft-argued topic among theater lovers of all ages, the best Broadway show is up for debate. What is the best Broadway Shows of All Time?
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2022-11-06
Theater Podcasts
Here are some of our favorite podcasts and plays that theatre lovers can listen to right now!
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2022-11-06
Best Broadway Songs
What are the absolute best songs on Broadway? It's difficult to answer a question that is, at its core, so subjective. Do you prefer tragic ballads? Musical theater jams to dance to? Ambitious audition songs for your school’s spring musical? Whatever your preference, we'll give you a selection of iconic openers, tear-jerking 11 o'clock numbers, and the most romantic love songs to hit the Broadway stage.
2022-10-17
Leonard Bernstein Musicals
Leonard Bernstein is an American composer, conductor, pianist, and author who was extraordinarily influential to musical theater and the performing arts. In this article, we’ll walk you through his award-winning musicals, let you know where to listen to some of his best-known works, and point you toward some of the best books and interviews about the man himself.
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2022-10-15
The Ultimate Guide for Best Books About Broadway
There are so many great books about theater – whether you’re looking to find the perfect gift for your Broadway loving friend, searching for a great memoir by your favorite actor, want to know more about Broadway theater history, or want to find a great story to share with your kids, we’ve got the perfect book for you!
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2022-10-04
Broadway Musical Posters
We’ve compiled some of the best posters of Broadway musicals and plays, movie musical posters, and vintage wall art so you can decorate your bedroom, living room, classroom – any room! Proudly showcase your love of Broadway with these fabulous posters from fans and designers, or get the perfect gift for the theatre lover in your life.
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2022-09-12
Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album
The annual Grammy awards are presented by the Recording Academy, which consists of musicians, producers, recording engineers, and other music experts. The name “grammy” refers to a gramophone, a type of record player, and the first ever Grammy Awards were celebrated in 1959. The Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album was a category even then, though it was originally called Best Original Cast Album (Broadway or TV). The Music Man, composed by Meredith Willson, won the first award.
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2022-09-08
Best Broadway Cast Recordings and Movie Musical Soundtracks
From Original Broadway Cast Recordings to iconic revivals, listening to your favorite Broadway soundtrack album is a way to experience the magic of your favorite show all over again or experience a new show or composer for the first time.
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2022-09-01
Broadway Musicals on Netflix
We’ve compiled some of the best posters of Broadway musicals and plays, movie musical posters, and vintage wall art so you can decorate your bedroom, living room, classroom – any room! Proudly showcase your love of Broadway with these fabulous posters from fans and designers, or get the perfect gift for the theatre lover in your life.
2022-08-31
Stephen Sondheim Musicals
Stephen Sondheim is a composer and lyricist known for his contribution to musical theater. In this article, we’ll walk you through his many award-winning musicals, let you know what musicals you can watch on stage right now, and show you how his work continues to influence new artists and our culture today.
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2022-07-11
Broadway Gifts
Do you need the perfect gift for the theatre lover in your life? Maybe a birthday or anniversary is coming up, or maybe you want to get them something just to let them know you’re thinking about them. Whatever the occasion, we’ll find you the best gifts for your loved one.
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2022-07-01
Hamilton Merchandise
If you love Hamilton as much as we do, you want to find a way to show off your favorite musical. We have scoured the Internet to curate the best apparel, jewelry, wall art, home décor, souvenirs, and accessories for you and your loved ones. Find your next Hamilton gift here!
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2022-06-30
Live Musicals
Live TV Musicals have become more and more popular over the last decade. As opposed to movie adaptations or pro-shots (musicals that are professionally filmed live on stage but edited and released later – think Hamilton on Disney+ or Come From Away on AppleTV+), a live tv musical is filmed and broadcast live especially for television. It’s less about recreating the feeling of in person, live theater and more about creating something entirely distinct and new.
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2022-06-24
Streaming Broadway Shows
Nothing compares to a night out at the theater – but sometimes you can’t quite get there. Lucky for us, it’s easier than ever to find great theatre shows that you can watch from the comfort of your couch. We’re going to compare four theater-specific digital streaming services and also let you know where to find your musical favorites on Netflix, Apple TV+, Disney+, and HBOMax.
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