For over a century, the vibrant art form of song, dance and storytelling known as musical theatre has captivated audiences across the globe. From its early beginnings with classical operetta to the Golden Age of Broadway with iconic shows like My Fair Lady & Westside Story, to modern masterpieces like Hamilton, this talk will shine a light on key developments in musical theatre history. The talk will also explore overshadowed figures and lesser told stories as well as challenge taken-for-granted ideas about musical theatre, revealing a history which is more complex than at first may seem. Join Professor Millie Taylor in tracing the history of musical theatre, discovering how musical theatre has reflected societal changes, pushed artistic boundaries, and evolved into the global phenomenon it is today. Whether you’re a musical theatre enthusiast, a performer or simply curious about what goes on behind the scenes, this talk will illuminate the key milestones, influential creators, and the timeless appeal of musicals throughout the ages. Doors open at 7pm, talk starts at 7.30pm - come down early to grab a good seat! Follow us on IG @seedtalks Professor Millie Taylor is Emeritus Professor at the University of Winchester and Van den Ende Chair of the Musical at the University of Amsterdam. She began her career as a freelance musical director and, for almost twenty years, performed shows such as West Side Story, The Rocky Horror Show, Little Shop of Horrors and Sweeney Todd. She switched to research and lecturing in 2001 and has since written (or co written) seven books and numerous articles on the history and dramaturgy of musicals. She was the first professor of musical theatre in the UK in 2012, and the first professor of the musical in the Netherlands in 2020. This is a 16+ event Testimonials from our guests ⭐ Super Interesting talks! Fun and Informative - Ally S. ⭐ Expertly run, talks are always super informative and a lot of fun! Couldn’t recommend these enough! 5 star. - Owen S ⭐ Very interesting topics, and very well organised. Would 100% recommend - Jordo S

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