Broadway nation how immigrant, Jewish, queer, and Black artists invented the Broadway musical David Armstrong

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Armstrong, David, author.

Contributor:

Bloomsbury (Firm), publisher.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Musical theater--New York (State)--New York--History.

Musical theater.

Physical Description:

1 online resource

Edition:

1st edition

Place of Publication:

London Methuen Drama 2025

Summary:

A groundbreaking exploration that reveals the powerful impact of marginalized groups on the evolution of the Broadway Musical. At the turn of the 20th century, immigrants, Jews, Queers, and African Americans faced exclusion from mainstream American society, with limited employment opportunities. They found their calling in the emerging field of "Show Business," particularly the burgeoning Broadway Musical. Their pioneering spirit not only seized this opportunity but also continued to shape and dominate the Broadway Musical for over a century, creating an art form that has deeply influenced American culture. Throughout its history, the Broadway Musical has subtly and at times boldly championed human rights and liberal values, reflecting its creators' and performers' diverse backgrounds. Unlike previous works on musical theatre history, this book weaves these diverse threads into a comprehensive narrative, repositioning Black, Queer, and Women artists at the heart of the story, acknowledging their long-standing contributions often overlooked. Broadway Nation is a valuable resource for both students and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of this beloved American art form. Readers will gain profound insights into the history and transformation of the Broadway Musical over a span of more than a century. Additionally, the book celebrates the remarkable artistry and craftsmanship of key figures, from George M. Cohan to Lin Manuel-Miranda, who have left an indelible mark on this extraordinary cultural phenomenon

Contents:

Table Of Contents

Forward

Introduction

Overture: What Is A Broadway Musical?

Prologue: Before Broadway

Act I: The Genesis Era

Chapter 1: Yearning To Breathe Free

The Immigrants Who Invented The Broadway Musical

Chapter 2: Forgotten Forefathers (and Foremothers)

The Black Artists Who Invented the Broadway Musical

Chapter 3: The Queer Artists Who Invented Broadway

Chapter 4: Anything You Can Do, I Can Do Better

The Founding Mothers of Broadway

Act II: The Silver Age Of Broadway

Chapter 5: All That Jazz

The Silver Age of Broadway, part 1: The 1920s

Chapter 6: Old Man Trouble, I Don't Mind Him

The Silver Age of the Broadway Musical, part 2: The 1930s

Act III: The Golden Age Of Broadway

Chapter 7: By Your Pupils You'll Be Taught: A Broadway Legacy Chain From Harbach, to Hammerstein, to Sondheim, to Miranda

Chapter 8: Something's Coming, Something Good

The Golden Age of Broadway, part 1

Chapter 9: Another Openin' of Another Show!: The Golden Age of Broadway, part 2: the 1940s

Chapter 10: Open A New Window

The Golden Age of Broadway, part 3

Part IV: The Modern Era of Broadway

Chapter 11: Let The Sunshine In

The Modern Era of Broadway, part 1: The Multiple Revolutions of the 1970s

Chapter 12: Do You Hear The People Sing?: Cameron Mackintosh The British Invasion (or Sondheim vs the Poperetta)

The Modern Era of Broadway, part 2

Act V: The Principal Themes of the Broadway Musical

Chapter 13: Principal Themes of The Broadway Musical #1

Anything You Can Do I Can Do Better: The Trials and Triumphs of Transgressive Women

Chapter 14: Principal Themes of The Broadway Musical #2

Make Them Hear You: Equity, Social Justice, and Inclusion.

Chapter 15: Principal Themes Of The Broadway Musical #3

We Know We Belong To The Land: The Vital Importance of Community

Chapter 16: Defying Gravity: Broadway in the Twenty-first Century

The Modern Era, part 3. Selected Bibliography

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references

Other Format:

Print version Armstrong, David. Broadway nation

ISBN:

1350428353

9781350428355

OCLC:

1520506029