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Broadway Nation
How Immigrant, Jewish, Queer, and Black Artists invented the Broadway Musical
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Broadway Nation
How Immigrant, Jewish, Queer, and Black Artists invented the Broadway Musical
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Description
Bloomsbury presents Broadway Nation, written and read by David Armstrong.
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.
Table of Contents
Foreword
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
Product details
| Published | 17 Sep 2026 |
|---|---|
| Format | Audiobook |
| Duration | 15 hours and 0 minutes |
| ISBN | 9781350652392 |
| Imprint | Methuen Drama |
| Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing |
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