Facts
This was the first "musical" ever produced on Broadway.
a
This musical, which revolved about Jewish life in 1905 Russia, was considered the last of the Golden Age Broadway musicals. It debuted in 1964.
Fiddler
Who are the Tony Awards named after?
Hint: She was a famous actress and director, who also co-founded the American Theatre Wing.
Tony Perry
This type of music is typical for mega musicals.
pop
The number of professional Broadway theaters in New York City's "theater district."
41
World War II ended in this year.
1945
This musical is about the making of the Barnum and Bailey Circus.
greatest showman
A singer needs to know their _____ ______
Vocal range
This was the biggest technological advance in the film industry in the 1920s. Singin' in the Rain is a film about this new phenomenon.
Talkies
What musical earned the most Tony Award nominations in history?
Hamilton
This musical is about 2 witches and is the precursor to The Wizard of Oz.
wicked
This is the term for music that has been passed down from generation to generation.
Folk
Which Broadway star has won the most Tony Awards for acting in history?
Audra McDonald
This musical is about a city in Illinois.
chicago
After WWII ended in 1945, Broadway entered this era, which was known for its huge ensemble musical numbers and complex orchestrations.
Golden Age
What musical boasts the most Tony Award wins in history?
(Hint: It premiered in 2001)
The Producers
This musical is about 2 rival gangs in NYC and the story is based on Romeo and Juliet.
west side story