Fifty Key Stage Musicals

This volume in the Routledge Key Guides series provides a round-up of the fifty musicals whose creations were seminal in altering the landscape of musical theater discourse in the English-speaking world.

Each entry summarises a show, including a full synopsis, discussion of the creators' process, show's critical reception, and its impact on the landscape of musical theater.

This is the ideal primer for students of musical theater – its performance, history, and place in the modern theatrical world – as well as fans and lovers of musicals.

Robert W. Schneider is an associate professor of musical theater, literature, and criticism as well as serving on the faculty of Pennsylvania State University’s Musical Theatre department.

Shannon Agnew is a freelance director working with industry professionals and students to create creatively affirming, socially responsible, and innovative theatrical experiences. As a writer, she creates theater for young audiences and docu-drama shows to raise awareness of LGBTQ+, feminist, and social justice issues.