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Broadway musicals : a hundred year history / by David H. Lewis.
| Author/creator | Lewis, David H., 1940- |
| Format | Book |
| Publication Info | Jefferson, NC : McFarland, ©2002. |
| Description | vii, 250 pages : illustrations ; 26 cm |
| Subjects |
| Contents | Songs in revolt -- Misery's coming around -- Lyrical courage -- On to the Hit Parade -- Cockeyed optimists -- Fie on goodness! -- The age of Abbott -- Your own thang -- The roads he didn't take -- What they did for love -- Muddy concepts -- Sir Musical -- A helicopter lands -- Desperate openings -- Revival roulette -- Cirque du Disney -- Long ago and far ahead. |
| Abstract | This book is a survey of Broadway musicals all through the 20th century, from turn-of-the century Tin Pan Alley comedies, to the integrated musical plays that flourished midcentury, to the rock era, concept musicals, and the arrival of British mega musicals late in the century. It also profiles some of the theater world's leading composers, writers, and directors; considers the elusive fragility of the libretto and the compensating nature of production elements; and examines representative shows from every decade. An extensive discography offers a brief critique of over 300 show cast albums. |
| Bibliography note | Includes discography (pages 201-228), bibliographical references (pages 239-240), and index. |
| LCCN | 2002009785 |
| ISBN | 0786412690 (alk. paper) |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Music | Music Stacks | ML2054 .L48 2002 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |