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Anything goes when it comes to musicals.
Just pluck a kid from every cafeteria table in High School Musical and youve got yourself a musical cast.
Suffice to say, theres a home for all of us under the bright stage lights.
Musicals like Rocky Horror and Sweeney Todd are proof of that.
If your favorites didnt make the cut, youre not alone.
Theres also no denying that Grease hasnt exactly aged well.
The circus crowd is a lot like the theater community, which powers the movies plot.
The film centers on the story of P.T.
Barnum (Hugh Jackman) and the formation of the Barnum & Bailey Circus in the 1800s.
Michael Gracey directed the 2017 movie, while Jenny Bicks and Bill Condon wrote it.
Joseph Trapanese and John Debney helmed the composition.
Additionally, people might not realize that Ferguson didnt actually belt the vocals of Never Enough.
They were instead recorded by performer Loren Allred, who deserves far more credit for the stellar number.
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‘Sweeney Todd’
Johnny Depps Sweeney Todd reigns supreme when it comes to horror movie musicals.
In fact, if I had to pick a dream role, it would be Mrs. Lovett.
So, what is the secret ingredient to make a great pie?
People,obviously(for legal purposes this is a joke).
At least, thats what puts Mrs. Lovetts Worst Pies in London pie shop on the map.
However, the comically terrible fake blood is one major drawback of the film.
Naturally, Tim Burton directed the 2007 movie written by John Logan, Hugh Wheeler, and Christopher Bond.
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That was certainly the case for Rocky Horror a movie musical with a lasting legacy.
And OK, the sets arent perfect.
But again, theyre not really supposed to be.
Thats the only reason it isnt ranked higher.
What began as a low-budget satire morphed into something larger-than-life.
Petition for The Time Warp to permanently replace Cupid Shuffle when it comes to choreographed party songs.
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I know, I know, the original is a classic and remakes are rarely better than the OG.
But in this case, if were honest with ourselves, the original wasnt very good.
The whitewashing was quite problematic and the racism was palpable.
However, Rachel Zeglar is the shining star as Maria, with stunning vocals and a gut-wrenching performance.
Not only is the choreography of the film captivating, but the heartbreaking performances will certainly stick with you.
Tony Kushner adapted the screenplay based on Arthur Laurents play.
‘Hamilton’
Sometimes, a musical is so innovative that it immediately transforms theater as we know it.
Lin-Manuel Mirandas Hamilton was an immediate hit on Broadway, captivating audiences with its unique take on American history.
Of course, we also get a deep dive into his dramatic personal life.
Lin-Manuel Miranda (Alexander Hamilton) wrote the 2020 movie musical alongside Ron Chernow, while Thomas Kail directed.
Miranda was also responsible for scoring the musical.
Some of the catchiest numbers include Aaron Burr, Sir, My Shot, and Alexander Hamilton.
The choreography and set design are also iconic in their own right.
Given how theater has always been a safe haven for LGBTQ+ performers, the community was hit hard.
Songs like Seasons of Love, Take Me Or Leave Me, and La Vie Boheme are theater classics.
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Fans might not realize that the musical is actually based on the true story of Maria von Trapp.
Everything about The Sound of Music is just classic.
The film even won Best Picture at the 1966 Academy Awards, which isnt a common feat for musicals.
Maria doesnt just teach the von Trap kids, either.
She taught us music notes with Do-Re-Mi and how to look on the bright side with My Favorite Things.
Other standouts include Sixteen Going On Seventeen, Climb Evry Mountain, and The Sound of Music.
Robert Wise directed the film written by Georg Hurdalek, Howard Lindsay, and Russel Crouse.
Meanwhile, Richard Rodgers, Irwin Kostal, and Oscar Hammerstein II composed the musical.
Thats a lot of people to bring one musical to life.
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