Musicals/Revivals
This 1992 Broadway show was praised for its use of Jazz and Tap dance as its own narrative device
Jelly's Last Jam
The Broadway Musical Jelly's Last Jam added lyrics on top of the original jazz compositions of which famous artist
Jelly Roll Morton (Ferdinand Jospeh LaMothe)
Which Broadway musical not only popularized "La Vie Boheme" as an anthem for expression but also helped Broadway appeal to younger audiences
Rent
Known for her future role as Elphaba in Wicked this famous actor originated the role of Maureen in Rent
Idina Menzel
What children's book was Honk! based off of?
The Ugly Ducking
Which famous stage and screen actor played the title role of "Hedwig" in the 2014 revival of Hedwig and the Angry Itch?
Neil Patrick Harris
Zombie Prom's Off-Broadway production was directed by this filmmaker known for this cult sci-fi films.
John Dempsey
This 2018 Tony Winning revival explored themes of race, class, and love while set in times of tension
Once on This Island
This Broadway performer is famous for their roles in Once on This Island and Shucked, they're also the first non-binary performer to win a Tony for Best Supporting Actor
Alex Newell
What is the name of the opening number in Honk!
A Poultry Tale
This Stephen Sondheim musical center around historical figures who attempted to kill U.S. presidents
The Assassins
Who directed the original off-Broadway production of Hedwig and the Angry Itch
Peter Askin
Which 1991 Broadway musical increased awareness around racial and cultural representation, after white actors performed in "yellowface".
Miss Saigon
This original Rent cast member became a household name and starred in TV's Law and Order
Jesse L Martin
What is the name of the main protagonist in Honk!
Ugly
This musical written in the 90's is based off the novel known as the Caribbean retelling of "The Little Mermaid"
Once on This Island
Known for Cabaret and Chicago, this director choreographed Rent, helping to shape its raw rock opera aesthetic
Michael Greif
What 1992 musical was groundbreaking for its portrayal of LGBTQ+ relationships and its poignant depiction of the AIDS crisis
Falsettos
This famous stage and screen actor originated the role of Jelly Roll Morton on Broadway
Gregory Hines
The 1999 West End production of Honk! won what Oliver Award
Best New Musical
This famous actor played the main role of Gordon in 2015 Encores! Off-center production of A New Brain
Jonathan Groff
The revival of Once on This Island, Parade, and Spring Awakening all shared this director
Michael Arden
By addressing themes of fear, mortality, and the psychological impact of illness, this musical contributed to a broader conversation about mental health and the importance of addressing these issues openly.
A New Brain
This actor originated the role of Marvin in Falsettos and may also be recognized from his role of Professor Callahan in Legally Blonde
Michael Rupert
Who directed Honk!
Julia McKenzie