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The Blackwell Encyclopedia of Musical Theatre. 2 vols.
The Blackwell Encyclopedia of Musical Theatre 2 vols Author:Kurt Ganzl In over 2700 entries, Kurt Ganzl covers the whole genre of musical theatre from the mid-19th century to the present. His encyclopaedia includes plot summaries for over 1000 shows, principally from London and Broadway, but also including the European operetta tradition. Over 900 entries are devoted to singers and actors, with the balance devoted ... more »to all other aspects of the genre, from set design to production, and from authors to costumes. Ganzl's previous reference works have established him as an authority on the London and Broadway musical, and on the recorded history of the style. The book is illustrated with over 200 half-tones from Ganzl's collection of theatrical memorabilia, and is fully cross-referenced.« less