How many musicals can you think of?
Learning objective:
"You will learn what part make up a musical."
The Magic of Musicals!
Musicals are a unique form of theatre combining music, dancing, and acting. Musicals are often based on stories or books, such as 'The Lion King' or 'Wicked'. Musicals can be seen in the West End, Broadway or in local theatres near you. Films that include songs sung by the characters like 'Moana' and 'Mamma Mia!' can also be described as musicals.
Where are musicals performed?
West End: London Broadway: New York City Local Theatres: Theatres across the country where musicals are performed.
How many 'local theatres' can you name?
Fun facts:
Alice in Wonderland was the first ever musical! Broadway shows have been seen by over 13 million people each year! The longest running Broadway show is The Phantom of the Opera, which has been running for over 30 years!
Work together in pairs: What is your favorite musical and why?
Work together in pairs: What do you think are the 3 main components of a musical?
What is the name of the musical that features the song 'Defying Gravity'?
- Wicked
- The Sound of Music
- The Lion King
- Les Miserables
What is the title of the musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber based on a book by Gaston Leroux?
- The Phantom of the Opera
- West Side Story
- Cats
- Mamma Mia!
What is the title of the musical based on the book by Roald Dahl?
- Matilda
- The Little Mermaid
- Annie
- Beauty and the Beast
What is the title of the musical based on the play by William Shakespeare?
- Romeo and Juliet
- Hairspray
- The Wiz
- Les Miserables
What is the title of the French musical based on the novel by Victor Hugo?
- Les Miserables
- Cats
- The Lion King
- Mamma Mia!