The Story of Musicals

★ 0.0•2012•1 Seasons•ANIME

Documentary

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.

Top Cast

Imelda Staunton

Self – Narrator (voice)

Episodes

Season:

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1. Part 1

60m

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.

Aired: 1/3/2012

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2. Part 2

60m

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.

Aired: 1/10/2012

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3. Part 3

60m

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.

Aired: 1/17/2012