What Was the First Broadway Musical?
Explore the origins of musicals and learn about The Black Crook, the first Broadway musical that changed live entertainment forever.
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BWW Review: Landmark Musical THE BLACK CROOK Returns To New York
Just as modern New York City evolved from a combination of immigrant societies that eventually mingled into one great metropolis, the major art form created by the city, the American musical play, evolved from a combination of stage entertainments these immigrant societies brought with them.
Revival of First-Ever American Musical THE BLACK CROOK Begins Tonight
In honor of its 150th anniversary Joshua William Gelb and company revive The Black Crook, the first ever American musical, at the Abrons Arts Center this fall.
Revival of First-Ever American Musical THE BLACK CROOK to Begin This Month
In honor of its 150th anniversary Joshua William Gelb and company revive The Black Crook, the first ever American musical, at the Abrons Arts Center this fall.
First American Musical THE BLACK CROOK to Play Abrons Arts Center
In honor of its 150th anniversary Joshua William Gelb and company revive The Black Crook, the first ever American musical, at the Abrons Arts Center this fall.
VIDEO: Historic Musical THE BLACK CROOK Seeks Funding For 150th Anniversary Production
The spectacular 19th Century production is traditionally regarded as the first American musical comedy.
Abrons Arts Center Sets 2016-17 Season
On February 12, 1915, the Abrons Arts Center's Henry Street Settlement Playhouse opened its doors on the Lower East Side.
Theatre Notables Sondheim, Ziegfield, Simon & More Amongst 'New York City 400'
The NYC400 is the first-ever list of New York City's ultimate movers and shakers since the City's founding?from politics, the arts, business, sports, science, and entertainment.
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