Narrated by Tony®-and Academy Award®-winner Joel Grey, this entertaining documentary mingles cultural history with illuminating perspectives on the origins and meanings of some of Broadway's most beloved songs, stories and shows. With performances by Matthew Broderick, Kelli O'Hara, Zero Mostel, Nathan Lane, Barbra Streisand, Idina Menzel, Kristin Chenoweth and many more!
Engaging, humorous and provocative, Broadway Musicals: A Jewish Legacy examines the unique role of Jewish composers and lyricists in the creation of the modern American musical. The film showcases the work of legends such as Irving Berlin, Jerome Kern, George and Ira Gershwin, Lorenz Hart, Richard Rodgers, Oscar Hammerstein II, Leonard Bernstein and Stephen Sondheim. Interviews with songwriters and luminaries including Sheldon Harnick, Stephen Schwartz, Harold Prince, Arthur Laurents, Charles Strouse and Mel Brooks provide insight, alongside standout performances and archival footage.
My Thoughts
There is nothing I enjoy more than Broadway Musicals. I play the soundtracks in my car and sing along at the top of my lungs. I only live a few hours from New York, and try to catch a few shows a year. I love experiencing new musicals as well as the classics. This DVD gives us a behind the scenes look at some legendary musicals composed and performed by Jewish artists. There are interviews and performances by some of my favorites performers including the legendary Barbara Streisand, Idina Menzel, and Kristen Chenoweth.
If you love Broadway, this is a documentary you'll definitely enjoy. It will give you more insight into the work that goes in a live show, and the chance to get up close and personal with the stars you love. If you want to grab a copy of this awesome DVD, you can find it online at Amazon or on PBS.org.
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