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Conversations in Color - Exploring North American Musical Theatre

English · Paperback / Softback

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Step into a world where the brightest creative minds of contemporary musical theatre share their insights and inspirations.

Conversations in Color unveils the untold stories and perspectives of remarkable artists of color shaping the stage today. Delve into captivating interviews with visionaries like André De Shields, Alex Lacamoire, Baayork Lee, and many more, as they discuss the intricate artistry behind crafting unforgettable musical experiences.

Unlike any other, this groundbreaking book offers an indispensable resource for the theatre industry. Explore the multifaceted process of musical creation through conversations with directors, choreographers, music directors, orchestrators, stage managers, writers, librettists, artistic directors, and fight directors. Discover the secrets of their craft, from project preparation to rehearsal techniques, career insights, and personal anecdotes. Drawing from Broadway and regional productions across North America, these exclusive interviews provide invaluable firsthand knowledge that transcends boundaries.

Conversations in Color fills a vital void in musical theatre studies, shedding light on the absence of diverse perspectives. Immerse yourself in the minds of leading creative practitioners, gaining practical steps and inspiration for your own artistic endeavors. Whether you're a professional or aspiring performer, director, or designer, this book serves as a compass, guiding you towards excellence.

Unlock the secrets of musical theatre's most extraordinary talents: a vibrant world of creativity awaits, where voices that have been under-acknowledged are finally heard, and where passion and innovation reign supreme.

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Foreword from André De Shields
Introduction
Zhailon Levingston
Baayork Lee
Beverly Jenkins
Linda Twine
Stafford Arima
Alex Lacamoire
Jason Michael Webb
Schele Williams
Kimberley Rampersad
Rick Sordelet
Masi Asare


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Sean Mayes

Summary

Step into a world where the brightest creative minds of contemporary musical theatre share their insights and inspirations.

Conversations in Color unveils the untold stories and perspectives of remarkable artists of color shaping the stage today. Delve into captivating interviews with visionaries like André De Shields, Alex Lacamoire, Baayork Lee, and many more, as they discuss the intricate artistry behind crafting unforgettable musical experiences.

Unlike any other, this groundbreaking book offers an indispensable resource for the theatre industry. Explore the multifaceted process of musical creation through conversations with directors, choreographers, music directors, orchestrators, stage managers, writers, librettists, artistic directors, and fight directors. Discover the secrets of their craft, from project preparation to rehearsal techniques, career insights, and personal anecdotes. Drawing from Broadway and regional productions across North America, these exclusive interviews provide invaluable firsthand knowledge that transcends boundaries.

Conversations in Color fills a vital void in musical theatre studies, shedding light on the absence of diverse perspectives. Immerse yourself in the minds of leading creative practitioners, gaining practical steps and inspiration for your own artistic endeavors. Whether you're a professional or aspiring performer, director, or designer, this book serves as a compass, guiding you towards excellence.

Unlock the secrets of musical theatre's most extraordinary talents: a vibrant world of creativity awaits, where voices that have been under-acknowledged are finally heard, and where passion and innovation reign supreme.

Foreword

An edited book of interviews that provides an original exploration into the thoughts of a handful of the greatest artists working in musical theatre today, told exclusively by artists of color.

Product details

Authors Sean Mayes, Mayes Sean
Publisher Methuen Drama
 
Languages English
Product format Paperback / Softback
Released 30.04.2022
 
EAN 9781350242098
ISBN 978-1-350-24209-8
No. of pages 168
Dimensions 136 mm x 214 mm x 10 mm
Subjects Humanities, art, music > Art > Theatre, ballet

Musicals, PERFORMING ARTS / Theater / Broadway & Musicals, Theatre Studies, Mixed heritage / mixed race groups or people, PERFORMING ARTS / Film / Direction & Production, Relating to Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) peoples

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