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The Musical: A Look at the American Musical Theater by Richard Kislan ➤ Prentice Hall 1980
The Musical: A Look at the American Musical Theater by Richard Kislan Prentice Hall 1980
Title: The Musical: A Look at the American Musical Theater
Author: Richard Kislan
Format: Hardcover
Publisher: Prentice Hall 1980
ISBN 10: 0136085474
Size: 7 X 9.5 * 262 pages
Synopsis: From the Jacket: From its beginnings in colonial America, the musical theater has matured into an impressive art and business- one that has brought millions an experience that director-choreographer Bob Fosse describes as when "everybody has a good time-even in the crying scenes.
Providing an entertaining and informative look at the musical, Richard Kislan examines its history, its most influential creative artists, and the major elements that make up a show. Kislan traces the musical's evolution through the colorful eras of minstrelsy, vaudeville, burlesque, revue, and comic opera up to the present day. You'll learn about the lives, techniques, and contributions of such great twentieth- century composers and lyricists as Jerome Kern, Rogers and Hammerstein, Stephen Sondheim, and others. And the author explains all the basic principles, materials, and techniques that go into the major elements of a musical production-the book, lyrics, score, dance, and set design.
Also discussing a philosophy behind the musical, this book provides a complete review of what has made the musical what it is today and will help you better appreciate and enjoy this wonderful art form.
RICHARD KISLAN is a professor of speech, theater, and dance at Glassboro State College, New Jersey, where he researches, lectures, directs campus theatrical productions, and conducts workshops on the American musical theater. His experience with musicals during the last two decades includes engagements as a singer, dancer, actor, director, choreographer, rehearsal pianist, composer, and lyricist.
Overall Condition: Very good: The book does not look new and has been read but is in excellent condition. There is no obvious damage to the cover and the dust jacket is included. There are no missing or damaged pages, no creases or tears, and no underlining/highlighting of text or writing in the margins. It may have very minimal identifying marks on the inside cover as well as very minimal wear and tear; see images.
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Title: The Musical: A Look at the American Musical Theater
Author: Richard Kislan
Format: Hardcover
Publisher: Prentice Hall 1980
ISBN 10: 0136085474
Size: 7 X 9.5 * 262 pages
Synopsis: From the Jacket: From its beginnings in colonial America, the musical theater has matured into an impressive art and business- one that has brought millions an experience that director-choreographer Bob Fosse describes as when "everybody has a good time-even in the crying scenes.
Providing an entertaining and informative look at the musical, Richard Kislan examines its history, its most influential creative artists, and the major elements that make up a show. Kislan traces the musical's evolution through the colorful eras of minstrelsy, vaudeville, burlesque, revue, and comic opera up to the present day. You'll learn about the lives, techniques, and contributions of such great twentieth- century composers and lyricists as Jerome Kern, Rogers and Hammerstein, Stephen Sondheim, and others. And the author explains all the basic principles, materials, and techniques that go into the major elements of a musical production-the book, lyrics, score, dance, and set design.
Also discussing a philosophy behind the musical, this book provides a complete review of what has made the musical what it is today and will help you better appreciate and enjoy this wonderful art form.
RICHARD KISLAN is a professor of speech, theater, and dance at Glassboro State College, New Jersey, where he researches, lectures, directs campus theatrical productions, and conducts workshops on the American musical theater. His experience with musicals during the last two decades includes engagements as a singer, dancer, actor, director, choreographer, rehearsal pianist, composer, and lyricist.
Overall Condition: Very good: The book does not look new and has been read but is in excellent condition. There is no obvious damage to the cover and the dust jacket is included. There are no missing or damaged pages, no creases or tears, and no underlining/highlighting of text or writing in the margins. It may have very minimal identifying marks on the inside cover as well as very minimal wear and tear; see images.
Secure shipping bubble-wrapped in a new box.
2026--U.S. shipping for this (Two Pounds Media Mail) is $5.22 with tracking.
Multiple items will be combined for the lowest shipping price.
International Shipping cost is based on the destination so inquire before buying. Mobile users must scroll to the bottom and click on 'use desktop site' to bring up the Ask a Question link which sends me an email.
(PLEASE CONTACT ME BEFORE MAKING ANY PAYMENT FROM OUTSIDE THE U.S.)
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Just about all the books are USED books. Some have been used more gently than others. Some have been in libraries and have typical library extras. Some are so old and/or interesting that they are being offered for the sake of preservation regardless of the condition they are in. If the condition of the book is very important to you, please feel free to click the 'Ask seller a question' link and I will tell you more.
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