Musical Theatre Review

Who were Gilbert and Sullivan?

What sets Musical Theatre apart from other forms like opera or a variety show?

A musical whose book and score are structured around conveying a theme or message,

Moments of greatest tension or emotion usually use song being sung.

A musical that uses pre-existing songs and the story intertwines the songs to create a storyline.

Stephen Sondheim was a composer and writer and one of the most renowned and prolific composers in theatre history.

Why did Theatre stop from about 1775 - 1782?

A musical typically has two acts: first act usually longer than the second.

Florenz Ziegfeld created and known for what show?

Bob Fosse Invented what?

A musical that is a collection of songs, tied together by a common element, theme or person.

What are the Musical Theatre Time Periods?

Rogers and Hammerstein were the first to fully integrate music, words, and dance in a musical play.

The Black Crook mashed together dance and set to popular music and was how long?

The Ziefled Follies used extravagant sets and elaborate costumes and a variety of different acts featuring Females.

In the 1800s, what made it easer to travel to the Theater?

In the 1700s, the first Musical in Europe was what?

A musical based on literature where music, dance and acting are woven through the story told by different characters.

A Musical that uses original rock style of music, typically with less dialogue and dialogue may be sung

Mr. McP's favorite Musical is

Musicals typically begin with a curtain call and end with the overture.

The First Theatre to be built in New York was called The Theatre on Nassau Street.

Which are the 5 types of Musical Theatre?