Musicals are a totally American experience. Their optimism, energy, inventiveness and infectious showbiz spirit reflect the country in so many ways. They're a mix of kitsch and schmaltz, satire and sentiment"whatever is in the air. Many shows are historical capsules (Show Boat, Anything Goes, Hair, Company, Rent), their tunes and lyrics written into theatrical history […]
SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 09:18AM on October 24, 2016