A concert celebrating Broadway’s greatest musicals and the works that inspired them!
Thursday, July 18 at 8PM; Friday, July 19 at 8PM; Saturday, July 20 at 3PM & 8PM
Get ready for a night of pure Broadway magic!
“THEY MADE IT A MUSICAL!” pulls back the curtain on the Broadway shows you love, shining the spotlight on the plays, novels, works of art, short stories and historical events that inspired them!
From Romeo and Juliet sparking the idea for West Side Story, to Shaw’s Pygmalion laying the groundwork for My Fair Lady, the history of musical theater has always looked to adapt from the very best- and sometimes found inspiration from the most unlikely sources.
Join our extraordinary cast backed by a live band as they take the Playhouse stage with songs and stories about the origins of Oklahoma!, Fiddler on the Roof, Hamilton, and many more.
Whether you’re steeped in Broadway history or just love humming a good showtune, this concert will keep your toes tapping and your heart singing as we celebrate the remarkable stories behind the creation of your favorite musicals.
And who knows? You might even find the inspiration you need to write the next great musical!
Have you ever wondered how the genius composers and writers of your favorite musicals got the idea for their work? You’ll be delighted to join us as we examine the inspirations for many of the greatest Broadway musicals of all time. Broadway historian Larry Maslon has compiled a treasure trove of anecdotes and surprising tales to share- and our remarkable cast of Broadway veterans will fill the Playhouse with their extraordinary talent. THEY MADE IT A MUSICAL! is sure to be a perfect, fun filled, moving night of summer entertainment at the Playhouse!"
Mark ShanahanMEET THE PERFORMERS
meet the creative team
THE BAND
MORE INSIGHTS. MORE FUN.
Get more from your experience at the Playhouse by joining us for these pre-show events!
You can purchase online with the mentioned codes, or call the Box Office at 203.227.4177 for assistance.
Together at the Table Family Dinner
Thurs, July 18 at 6:30pAn evening for families and groups to enjoy a communal dinner and casual conversation before attending the Thurs 6/18 8PM performance.
Buy your family's tickets!
Pride Night
Sat, July 20 at 7pA pre-show cocktail party for the LGBTQ+ community & friends. Followed by the Sat 6/20 8PM performance.
Buy your Pride Night tickets!
Together at the Table Family Dinner – Thurs, July 18 at 6:30PM
An evening for families and groups to enjoy a communal dinner and casual conversation before attending the Thurs 6/18 8PM performance, all for just $15 per ticket! Use code MUSICALTABLE online or call the Box Office.
Pride Night – Sat, July 20 at 7PM
A fun, pre-show cocktail party for the LGBTQ+ community and friends. With live entertainment from Sienna Rose, a limited open bar from Trevi Lounge, and appetizers from local restaurants. All followed by the Sat 6/20 8PM performance. Use code PRIDEMUSICAL online or call the Box Office to purchase these $40 tickets!
Thank You
To our Event Sponsors: The Maurer Family Foundation
To our Event Supporters: Alison & Mark Smith
2024 Programming & Season Sponsorship is generously provided by Barbara Streicker.
Media Sponsorship for the 2024 season is generously provided by Moffly Media and WSHU Public Radio.
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