*Encore: Books

   
What Would Barbra Do? How Musicals Changed My life
$17.95
From An American in Paris to Oklahoma!, Emma Brockes explores the history, art, and politics of musicals, and how they have become an indelible part of our popular culture. Smartly written and incredibly witty, this is a book for people who understand that there are few situations in which the question "What would Barbra do?" doesn't have relevance, in a world much better lived to a soundtrack of show tunes. Part memoir, part musical history tour, it will keep you laughing and singing all at once.
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How Does The Show Go On?
$19.95
Written by the head of Disney Theatricals, this book is an engaging, entertaining and informative look at putting on a Broadway show. It takes the young theatre fan from the front of the house (with a real ticket) through make-up and costumes (with sketches and samples), and everything in between. Beautifully presented with amazing photographs, clever pull outs and surprises, and need-to-know info on every page.
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At This Theatre
$35.00
By Louis Botto with editor Robert Viagas of Playbill, this book is an ultimate glimpse into backstage at Broadway! There are over 550 illustrations of theatre-by-theatre shows and is a must for Broadway lovers and a super idea for the holidays.
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Ever After: The Last Years of Musical Theatre and Beyond
$26.95
New York Times theatre writer Barry singer takes the reader behind the scenes for an unparalleled lokk at "A Chorus Line", the creation of "Rent", the real people behind Disney's mega-musicals, and even an afternoon with Andrew Lloyd Webber. "Ever After" features profiles of major creative figures as well as a critical evaluation of the last 25 years of musical theatre.
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Second Act Trouble
$27.95
Author Stephen Suskin, a long-time theatrical manager and producer,has compiled fascinating accounts of 25 Broadway musicals from the 1930's to the 1990's that failed. Suskin puts you with creators such as Hal Prince, Tommy Tune, Gower Champion and David Merrick as they work their way from rehearsal halls through out-of-town try-outs, trying to save face and stop downward spiral.
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Sweeney Todd, The Demon Barber of Fleet Street
$14.00
Here's the complete book and lyrics to yet another Sondheim winner! It also contains pictures from the original Broadway (and London) productions, and a brief look at other major productions of this Tony Award winning show.
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Sunday in the Park With George
$14.00
Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine's novel Broadway musical based on a 19th Century painting comes to life in this book that features the complete book and lyrics of the show. It also features some additional lyrics and various productions of this Tony Award winner.
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Four By Sondheim
$38.00
Want Sondheim? Then here's the book for you---the complete music and lyrics (and costume/set notes) for his classics "A Little Night Music," "Sweeney Todd," "Sunday in the Park With George," and "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum." 747 pages with pictures.
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The Fantasticks
$22.00
Tom Jones and Harvey Schmidt take you backstage to explore the origins and birth of their long-running adventure. This 30th anniversary edition has the complete book and lyrics as well as some illustrations and a foreward by the authors.|162 pages with pictures.
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The Grimmerie
$40.00
The definitive guide to all things "Wicked"! This beautiful hardback book has photographs, design sketches, interviews, everything you have ever wanted to know about everyone's favorite green musical!
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Avenue Q Book
$29.95
Have you ever wondered what could possibly inspire ANYONE to write a Broadway musical for puppets - and then win a Tony for it? This fuzzy orange book follows everyone's favorite characters from inception to the Tony Award for Best Musical.
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West Side Story/Romeo and Juliet
$6.50
Not since "The OC" has there been so much romance, drama and star-crossed love. This handy volume has the full text of both Shakespeare's tragic "Romeo and Juliet" and the comtemporary counterpart, "West Side Story".
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Wonderful Wizard of Oz
$26.99
Join Dorothy, Scarecrow, the TinMan, the Cowardly Lion and of course, Toto, too, on their magical journey through Robert Sabuda's three-dimensional Oz. Tornadoes spin, hot-air ballons fly, and there are emerald green glasses for everyone!
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Alice in Wonderland
$26.99
Robert Sabuda creates pop-up magic with this vivid and creative version of Lewis Carroll's timeless tale. See all of your favorite moments captured in brilliant paper engineering.
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It's A Wonderful for Kids, Too!
$16.95
Book based on the 1946 film, this heart-warming story follows Tommy Bailey, the youngest son of George and Mary, as he learns what is really important in life. Written by Jimmy hawkins, who portrayed Tommy in the original film classic!
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Original Story
$19.00
Memoirs can be dull and boring, but not this one by the incomparable Arthur Laurents, subtitled "A Memoir of Broadway and Hollywood." This one, as they say, is a must-read! 436 pages with pictures.
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The Sound of Their Music
$25.00
You'll be captivated by Frederick Nolan's story of the famed Broadway team of Rodgers and Hammerstein, whose work graced stages across the world for decades. This 325-page book explores the genius of these two men and their influence on America's own art form, the musical theatre.
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Hirschfeld On Line
$45.00
Broadway lovers should have a copy of this book on their living room table as a tribute to the late Broadway caricature artist Al Hirschfeld. The book contains over 400 of his drawings, some of which have never been seen, and including Hirschfeld's commentary throughout.
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Woof! A Gay Man's Guide to Dogs
$19.95
Author and dog-lover Andrew DePrisco celebrates the love affair gay men have with their canine partners. This satirical and over-the-top guidebook advises gay men on how to select the most fabulous dogs for them based on their personalities, preferences, and lifestyles. 'Woof!' humorously examines how a gay man’s life is enhanced and altered by choosing to share a home with a dog.
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Stars In Your Eyes
$10.00
An extraordinary book celebrating 35 years of Broadway hits, classic revivals and world premieres. Stars In Your Eyes is a full-color pictorial history of Theatre Under The Stars that includes more than 35 seasons of elaborate musical productions and photographs of TUTS' stars from Broadway and Hollywood. We've carefully collected the complete lists of casts, creative credits, TUTS' Board members, and administrative and production staffs to enhance this historical presentation.
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The New York Musicals of Comden and Green
$35.00
With a foreword by Mike Nichols, this coffee-table sized book features the complete books and lyrics of Comden and Green's finest, "On The Town," "Wonderful Town," and "Bells Are Ringing." 285 pages with pictures.
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