The Story of Musicals (2012)
Synopsis
A three-part series exploring how the British musical became a driving force behind musical theatre around the world — a tale of shows, daring, rivalries, talent and fortunes are set in just a single square mile.
First Air Date: 2012-01-03
Last Air Date: 2012-01-17
Number of Seasons: 1
Number of Episodes: 3
Created By: Stephen Franklin
Networks: BBC Four
Top Cast
- Imelda Staunton as Self – Narrator (voice)
- Andrew Lloyd Webber as Self
- Cameron Mackintosh as Self
- Sheila Hancock as Self
- Cliff Richard as Self
- Paul Nicholas as Self
- Elaine Paige as Self
- Michael Ball as Self
- Tim Rice as Self
- Björn Ulvaeus as Self
Seasons
None (2012)
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Episodes:
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Ep. 1: Part 1
A look at how British musicals reclaimed the West End from American domination after WWII, with contributions from Andrew Lloyd Webber, Cameron Mackintosh, and Tim Rice.
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Ep. 2: Part 2
Examines how British musical talent in the 1980s stormed the West End with hits like Cats, Les Miserables, Blood Brothers, and Phantom of the Opera.
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Ep. 3: Part 3
The plot is caught up to present day, where, with the rise of jukebox musicals like Mamma Mia!, Andrew Lloyd Webber embraces television to find new stars.
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