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Musicals : the definitive illustrated story Cover Image Book

Musicals : the definitive illustrated story / foreword by Elaine Paige.

DK musicals, the definitive illustrated story (other title)
DK Publishing, Inc. (Added Author).

Summary:

From The Phantom of the Opera and The Sound of Music to Les Misérables, Musicals: The Definitive Illustrated Story brings the world's best-loved productions to life.The complete history of the musical is covered, from its earliest origins in dance halls and vaudeville, to the record-breaking West End musicals and spectacular Broadway shows of today. Discover the history, plots and stars of musical theatre and movie musicals, go backstage to find out behind-the-scenes gossip and delve into profiles of successful creators such as Disney and Andrew Lloyd Webber in this illustrated celebration. Plus fun infographics summarise plot, characters and songs, making this a handy reference guide of all the best-loved musicals.With a beautiful glittery cover capturing the excitement and glamour of a trip to the theatre, Musicals: The Definitive Illustrated Story is a show-stopping celebration and a perfect gift for musical fans everywhere.

Record details

  • ISBN: 9781465438867
  • ISBN: 1465438866
  • Physical Description: 360 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 31 cm
  • Edition: First American edition
  • Publisher: New York : DK Publishing, 2015.

Content descriptions

General Note:
Includes index.
Formatted Contents Note:
1. The modern musical, to 1939 -- 2. A golden age, 1940-1969 -- 3. New inventions, 1970-1999 -- 4. A musical revival, 2000-present.

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Subject:
Musicals > History and criticism.
Musicals > Pictorial works.
Theater > Casting.
Broadway (New York, N.Y.) > History.
Genre:
Musicals.
Illustrated works.

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Marion Library 782.1409 MUS (Text) 37810435472617 Adult Nonfiction Checked out 08/03/2026