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Musicals : the definitive illustrated story.

Material type: TextTextLanguage: English Publisher: New York, NY : DK Publishing, 2021Edition: This American editionDescription: 360 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 29 cmContent type:
  • text
Media type:
  • unmediated
Carrier type:
  • volume
ISBN:
  • 9780744027419
  • 0744027411
Other title:
  • Title appears as: DK musicals : the definitive illustrated story
Subject(s): DDC classification:
  • 782.1409 23
LOC classification:
  • ML 2054 M987 2021
Contents:
1. The modern musical, to 1939 : from Show Boat to Wizard of Oz -- 2. A golden age, 1940-1969 : from Pal Joey to Oh! Calcutta! -- 3. New inventions, 1970-1999 : from Jesus Christ Superstar to Mamma Mia! -- 4. A musical revival, 2000-present : from the Producers to Waitress.
Summary: From Show Boat and The Wizard of Oz to Les Misérables and Hamilton, discover the story of musical theatre and film and see the world's best-loved musicals brought to life. This beautifully illustrated book is the perfect gift for musical fans everywhere, covering the complete history of the genre, 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 more about choreography and set and costume design, and delve into profiles of successful creators such as Andrew Lloyd Webber in this illustrated celebration. Experience all the excitement of a trip to the theatre with Musicals: The Definitive Visual Guide--a showstopping visual celebration.
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Libro Libro Biblioteca Juan Bosch Biblioteca Juan Bosch Humanidades Humanidades (4to. Piso) ML 2054 M987 2021 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) 1 Available 00000178479

Includes index.

1. The modern musical, to 1939 : from Show Boat to Wizard of Oz -- 2. A golden age, 1940-1969 : from Pal Joey to Oh! Calcutta! -- 3. New inventions, 1970-1999 : from Jesus Christ Superstar to Mamma Mia! -- 4. A musical revival, 2000-present : from the Producers to Waitress.

From Show Boat and The Wizard of Oz to Les Misérables and Hamilton, discover the story of musical theatre and film and see the world's best-loved musicals brought to life. This beautifully illustrated book is the perfect gift for musical fans everywhere, covering the complete history of the genre, 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 more about choreography and set and costume design, and delve into profiles of successful creators such as Andrew Lloyd Webber in this illustrated celebration. Experience all the excitement of a trip to the theatre with Musicals: The Definitive Visual Guide--a showstopping visual celebration.

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