Twenty-First Century Musicals: From Stage to Screen Contributor(s): Rodosthenous, George (Editor) |
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ISBN: 1138648892 ISBN-13: 9781138648890 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $47.45 Product Type: Paperback Published: August 2017 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Performing Arts | Theater - Broadway & Musicals - Performing Arts | Film - General - Music | Genres & Styles - Musicals |
Dewey: 782.14 |
LCCN: 2017013965 |
Physical Information: 0.6" H x 6" W x 8.9" (0.80 lbs) 236 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Twenty-First Century Musicals stakes a place for the musical in today's cinematic landscape, taking a look at leading contemporary shows from their stage origins to their big-screen adaptations. Each chapter offers a new perspective on a single musical, challenging populist narratives and exploring underlying narratives and sub-texts in depth. Themes of national identity; race, class and gender; the 'voice' and 'singing live' on film; authenticity; camp sensibilities; and the celebration of failure are addressed in a series of questions including:
Re-interpreting the contemporary film musical as a compelling art form, Twenty-First Century Musicals is a must-read for any student or scholar keen to broaden their understanding of musical performance. |