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The Musical

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A series of documentaries celebrating the most popular and successful form of theatrical entertainment in the world. Each programme is presented by a leading name from the world of musical theatre

logo for The Musical - Back To The Future
The Musical - Back To The Future

Ramin Karimloo assesses the present health of Broadway and London's West End, with a look at Mamma Mia! and We Will Rock You. With Judy Craymer, Brian May and Benny Andersson.

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The Musical - Breaking the Mould

Breaking The Mould: Michael Ball considers musicals that have dared to be different, including Jesus Christ Superstar, Cats, Chicago and Oklahoma!

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logo for The Musical - Drawn from Life
The Musical - Drawn from Life

Drawn from Life: actor Daniel Evans considers musicals that have been inspired by the lives of real people including 'Evita', 'Gypsy' and 'The King and I'.

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logo for The Musical - From Page to Stage
The Musical - From Page to Stage

Sheila Hancock looks at shows based on great novels including Oliver!, Les Miserables, and Guys and Dolls. With Ron Moody, Alain Boublil and Stephen Sondheim.

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logo for The Musical - Pushing the Boundaries
The Musical - Pushing the Boundaries

Bill Kenwright examines shows which deal with 'taboo subjects' including 'Oh, What A Lovely War!', 'La Cage Aux Folles', 'Cabaret', 'Sweeney Todd', 'Hair', and 'Avenue Q'.

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logo for The Musical - Something Borrowed
The Musical - Something Borrowed

Whoopi Goldberg looks at shows inspired by plays and films including Sunset Boulevard, West Side Story and Nine. With Stephen Sondheim, Hal Prince and Patti LuPone.

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The Musical - Stories With Songs

The first of a new season of documentaries celebrating the musical. 1. Stories with Songs: Sian Phillips asks why so few musicals have an original story.

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logo for The Musical - We're in the Money
The Musical - We're in the Money

Julia McKenzie examines how Broadway sells musicals such as The Phantom of the Opera, The Lion King and 42nd Street. With Alan Menken, Elaine Stritch and Disney's Thomas Schumacher.

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