Mordden, Ethan

Looks at the history of the American musical from the 1920s through the 1970s.

Comprehensive book on musical collaborators Rogers and Hammerstein tracing all their efforts including lesser known shows.

Discusses 1940's Broadway musicals, including "Oklahoma," "Carousel," "Pal Joey," "On the Town," "Annie Get Your Gun," "Finian's Rainbow," "Brigadoon," "Kiss Me, Kate," and "South Pacific.".

Cross-referenced entries include playwrights, actors, directors, historical eras, companies, performing styles, backstage terms, famous auditoriums, and a variety of plays.

Captures the excitement and the atmosphere of Broadway during the 1920s.

Charts the evolution of American musical theatre from the 1920s onward, detailing the major productions and developments that have impacted this branch of American culture. Considers how the structure of musical performances have changed over time, as well as how dance has helped impact how these performances are laid out.