Musicals have been a major part of American theater and with plenty of audiovisual support, we'll explore the Tin Pan Alley-driven comedy works of the early 20th century, the book musicals and concept musicals that followed, the arrival of European mega-productions later in the century and the present and future of this beloved genre. We'll profile the leading composers, writers, choreographers, directors, performers and the most unforgettable shows, like Oklahoma, My Fair Lady, Showboat, Guys and Dolls, Company, Hair, Cabaret, Rent, Phantom of the Opera, Les Miserables, Wicked, Hamilton and many more.
