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On Broadway
Cities
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Invented in the early 18th Century by Bartolomeo Cristofori, this instrument is full of strings and hammers.
What is the piano?
100
Strings, Woodwinds, Brass, Percussion
What are the four instrument families of the orchestra?
100
Born in Gary, Indiana this thrilling artist known as the King of Pop not only is known for the best-selling album of all time, but also appeared in several films including The Wiz and Men In Black II.
Who is Michael Jackson?
100
This show didn’t appear on Broadway until 1987, after first opening in London in 1985 and then at the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC. At the End of the Day, it doesn’t seem to have adversely affected the production as it recently won two Academy Awards for the 2012 movie adaptation.
What is Les Miserables?
100
The city so nice they name it twice is home to approximately 20 million people. There are currently 40 theaters in operation in the section of town known as the Great White Way.
What is New York City?
200
This instrument is made of wood and either steel or nylon. It is one of the most commonly used instruments in many styles of music. Jimi Hendrix owned one that later sold at auction for $2 million.
What is the guitar?
200
Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass
What are the four voice parts of a choir?
200
The given name of this singer/actress is Destiny Hope, though only her first performance in Big Fish is credited under that name. Her most famous character is also the name of her television and movie titles.
Who is Miley Cyrus?
200
Since opening in the West End in 1986 and on Broadway in 1988, this production has become the most financially successful entertainment event to date and can still be seen on the stage in London and New York. It is truly a world-wide hit, not a masquerade.
What is The Phantom of the Opera?
200
If you have theatre tickets in this city, you can take the tube or one of their iconic black cabs to the West End.
What is London?
300
Sometimes called a cornet, this brass instrument dates back to 1500 BC. Early versions were made of a ram’s horn. You might easily identify it in a fanfare.
What is the trumpet?
300
This has five lines and four spaces.
What is a staff?
300
As a child, this performer appeared on the Mickey Mouse Club, later finding fame as the lead singer of one of the 90s most famous boy bands. Now a successful solo artist, his acting career includes Shrek The Third and The Social Network.
Who is Justin Timberlake?
300
First came the movie, then came Broadway. While Simba Just Can’t Wait to Be King, the show is clearly one of the kings of Broadway, after grossing over $854 million dollars, as of April 2012.
What is The Lion King?
300
Puccini, Verdi, and Bellini all premiered operas in this city at the world-renowned La Scala. If your luggage is lost, don’t worry - there are plenty of designer boutiques here, but it will cost you!
What is Milan?
400
While made of brass, this instrument is part of the woodwind family. It is commonly used in jazz and classical music. If you ride in an elevator, you might hear one performed by Kenny G.
What is the saxophone?
400
4/4 is an example of this. (Hint: it's not a fraction.)
What is a time signature?
400
Though born in Missouri, Detroit is home to this artist and the famous 8 Mile Road, which inspired the title of his most famous film role.
Who is Eminem?
400
Go to Greece with ABBA on your iPod if you want a vacation inspired by this musical.
What is Mama Mia?
400
You might want to have a piece of the original Sachertorte at the Sacher Hotel after attending a performance across the street at the Staatsoper in this city. Don’t forget to pay your respects to Strauss, Jr and Sr, Beethoven, and Brahms if you visit the central cemetery of this musical city.
What is Vienna?
500
You might not know that this instrument is found beyond the Scottish Highlands. It is a physically demanding instrument, played with hands, arms, and mouth, producing a very loud sound.
What is bagpipes?
500
Defined as the distance between two pitches, one example is a perfect 4th.
What is an interval?
500
This singer/songwriter rose to fame in the late 1990s as the lead singer of an R&B girl-group, later setting out as a solo artist in 2005 when the group disbanded. As an actress, she has appeared in several films and was nominated for a Golden Globe for her role in Dreamgirls.
Who is Beyonce?
500
This was the first musical written by the team of Rodgers and Hammerstein and opened on Broadway in 1943. Be careful - the wind really does come sweepin’ down the plain here. Just ask Ms. Mast.
What is Oklahoma?
500
The Grand Ole Opry is the famous stage in this town and the recording site of the world’s longest running live radio show. Known as Music City, it is the home of country music and the Country Music Hall of Fame.
What is Nashville?