Broadway's Winter Reading List: 19 Must-Read Releases for Theatre Fans
December 21, 2024Peter Filichia's 'A Show Tune for Today' presents a daily calendar filled with musical theater anecdotes tied to specific songs, designed for repeated enjoyment.
Richard Schoch's 'How Sondheim Can Change Your Life' reflects on the impact and legacy of Stephen Sondheim following his passing in 2021.
Jonathan Shandell's 'Readying the Revolution' explores the contributions of Black artists to theater between WWII and the Black Arts Movement, emphasizing their cultural impact.
Ron Fassler's 'The Show Goes On' examines the Broadway hiring and replacement process through personal stories from 50 years of theater-going.
Broadway has unveiled a new winter reading list featuring 19 fresh releases that cater to all theatre enthusiasts.
Among these releases is Thomas Z. Shepard's 'Recording Broadway,' which offers insight into the creation of cast albums and shares personal stories from prominent Broadway figures.
Nathan Hurwitz's 'A History of the American Musical Theatre' updates the timeline of American musicals, reflecting recent developments and societal influences in the post-COVID-19 landscape.
Michael Owen's biography, 'Ira Gershwin: A Life in Words,' highlights the life of the Pulitzer Prize-winning lyricist, focusing on his lesser-known contributions to American music.
Jennifer Ashley Tepper's 'Women Writing Musicals' celebrates over 300 women who have made significant contributions to musical theater, addressing historical oversights in recognition.
Shaina Taub's musical 'Suffs' explores the American women's suffrage movement, portraying the struggles of suffragists leading up to the passage of the 19th Amendment.
Todd Almond's 'Slow Train Coming' details the journey of 'Girl from the North Country' to Broadway, focusing on the challenges and successes faced during its production.
Cher's two-part memoir dives into her life and career, highlighting her status as a cultural icon and activist.
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BroadwayWorld.com • Dec 21, 2024
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