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THE HISTORY OF MUSICAL THEATRE (IN 42 MINUTES AND 28 SECONDS) is an educational revue that encompasses the rich history of the American Musical Theatre. Developed specifically by the Musical Theatre Guild for youth audiences, the piece spans the gamut of early shows such as ROSE-MARIE direct to the groundbreaking musicals of SHOW BOAT and OKLAHOMA! and illustrates the sources, progression and development of the art form up through the present fare recently seen on Broadway (RENT, RAGTIME and THE LION KING). In addition, the educational piece explains, with humor, the elements that make up a musical and tracks the development of the genre with the significant historical events of each decade. The cast includes four actor/singers and is performed with live piano and is currently part of the prestigious Music Center on Tour program.

The American Musical Theatre is regarded by scholars to be one of only two truly American Art forms. THE HISTORY OF MUSICAL THEATRE (IN 42 MINUTES AND 28 SECONDS) is an excellent introduction to this unique American treasure and hopes to inspire and excite a new generation of theatre artists and audiences.

For bookings, call the Music Center Education Division at (213) 250-ARTS or visit their website. .