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.
Creator
Juliet Rice, Andrew Mackenzie-Betty
Network
BBC Four
Episodes
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.
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.
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.
Cast
Details
Original Title
The Story of Musicals
Status
Ended
Seasons
1
Episodes
3
Production
BBC, Twofour
