December 11, 2020The Truth Behind… Funny GirlSome of the truth behind Funny Girl is anything but funny. Discover the history of some of musical theatre’s most beloved characters.Titles/
December 4, 2020QUIZ: Which Nunsense Nun Are You?The Little Sisters of Hoboken are a colorful bunch, from naïve Sister Mary Amnesia to tough-as-nails Sister Robert Anne. Which one are you?Titles/
December 1, 2020Pal Joey: A History of Rodgers & Hart’s Bewitching MusicalPal Joey, Rodgers & Hart’s penultimate collaboration, features a roguish antihero and a slew of knockout songs. Theatre historian Bert Fink recounts the show’s colorful history.Titles/
November 30, 2020Simplicity, Generosity, Decency: David Ives on White ChristmasDavid Ives, librettist of Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, recalls an instructive breakthrough during rehearsals for the musical’s premiere production.Titles/
November 20, 2020QUIZ: How Well Do You Know Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat?Think you know everything there is to know about Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat? Take this quiz to find out!Titles/
November 18, 2020The Truth Behind… EvitaWho was the real Eva Perón? And did she ever meet Che Guevara? In this segment of our ongoing series, we take a look at the real-life figures behind the characters in Evita.Titles/
October 30, 2020The Ever-Evolving Fugitive SongsChris Miller and Nathan Tysen, co-authors of Fugitive Songs, discuss their decision to update the show.Authors/Titles/
October 23, 2020QUIZ: How Well Do You Know A Chorus Line?How well do you know the groundbreaking hit? Take our quiz and test your musical theatre knowledge!Titles/
October 20, 2020The Truth Behind… BarnumThe musical Barnum presents a delightfully vibrant and entertaining portrait of The Greatest Showman and his cohorts. But who were the real-life figures behind these colorful characters?Titles/
September 26, 2020QUIZ: Name That Show! Unique Character NamesMusical theatre is full of memorable character names. If we give you the characters, can you name the musical?Titles/
June 26, 2020Chicken Soup for the Soul Musical Series: An Interview with William MeadeChicken Soup for the Soul has come to the stage! William Meade discusses developing the new musical series and the excitement of bringing positive messages to teens.Titles/
June 9, 2020DROOD: 150 Years Later, Dickens’ Unfinished Novel Remains A MysteryCharles Dickens died while writing Edwin Drood, and the story of his unfinished novel’s development is almost as intriguing as its contents.Authors/Titles/
May 28, 2020Q&A with Eamonn O’Dwyer and Helen WattsDiscover more about the writer and composer team behind musicals such as Mrs Beeton Says… and The Legend of Sleepy Hollow.Playwrights/Titles/UK/
April 23, 2020Musicals With Great Female RolesExplore our collection of brilliant shows featuring strong female voices!Titles/UK/
April 22, 2020Escapist MusicalsThese great musical comedies will whisk you away to a trouble-free world of love, laughter, song and dance.Titles/
April 15, 2020Shows to Make Your Mind TravelBe transported around the world with shows that let you travel from the comfort of your own home!Titles/
April 1, 2020Shows That are Perfect for a SingalongDust off the old hairbrush-microphone and get ready to sing along with these Broadway hits from the classic to the contemporary.Titles/
February 25, 2020Musicals Featuring Female Characters of ColorBillie Holiday, Lady Thiang, Diana Morales, Nina Rosario, Effie White. Explore musicals featuring some of the complex and compelling roles created specifically for female actors of color.Titles/
February 4, 2020A Far, Far Better Show: Directing A Tale of Two Cities at the Hale CentreDirector John J. Sweeney considers A Tale of Two Cities at the Hale Centre the highlight of his directorial career. Read more about how his love affair with the classic Dickens story began in high school and continued all the way to the stage.Community/Productions/
November 26, 2019On playing Amélie: a Q&A with Audrey BrissonActor Audrey Brisson on bringing Amélie to life on stage.Productions/UK/
October 14, 20192020/21 Season Picks for Professional LicensingGet ready for the 2020/21 season with these picks from the Concord professional licensing team.Titles/
September 21, 2019Musical Theatre and the LGBTQ+ Audience: An Interview with Patrick PachecoWhat is it about musicals like Gypsy, Cabaret, and Mame that seemed to empower the LGBTQ+ community? We sat down with theatre historian Patrick Pacheco to talk all about the musicals that helped us express our pride.Authors/
September 10, 2019The Biograph Girl: Warner Brown on Bringing Hollywood to the StageWarner Brown talks about the inspiration and productions of his musical, co-written with David Heneker, The Biograph Girl.Playwrights/Titles/UK/
August 14, 2019Rediscovering the Musical, Johnny ManhattanProducer Lyle Saunders talks about rediscovering an early musical of Dan Goggin’s: Johnny Manhattan.Productions/Titles/
August 13, 2019Music, Tragedy, Love: The Story of A Tale of Two CitiesOur staff talks about their favorite musicals and plays. This time, our Staff Pick is A Tale of Two Cities.Titles/
August 13, 201910 Alan Ayckbourn Plays and Musicals to PerformSuggestions of Alan Ayckbourn shows from UK groups to perform.Titles/UK/
August 5, 20198 Classic British Musicals to PerformFrom The Biograph Girl to Oh What A Lovely War, get to know these classic British musicals from the Samuel French catalogue. Perfect for performance by UK amateur and student groups.Titles/UK/
July 24, 2019The Wizard of Oz 80 Years Later: The Magic Remains80 years after the film premiere, and an astonishing 119 years after the publication of the novel, The Wizard of Oz remains a cultural treasure, beloved by millions of fans around the world and celebrated in thousands of live performances every year. Titles/
June 12, 2019The Evolution of Mann: The BeginningFour titles, a nine-year gestation, an ever-changing cast, and a forever friendship.Authors/
May 23, 2019Richard Taylor on adapting The Go-Between for the stageAn interview with composer and lyricist Richard Taylor.Titles/UK/
May 20, 2019Gypsy: 60 Years of Iconic Leading LadiesGypsy turns 60. In celebration, take a look at these iconic pairings throughout the years.Titles/
April 1, 2019Stephen Dolginoff on writing Thrill Me and other musicals inspired by historical factAn interview with the writer and composer behind Thrill Me: The Leopold and Loeb Story.Authors/UK/