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Britannia Rules the Stage: The 1980s British Invasion of Musical Theater: How the West End Conquered Broadway and Beyond
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The British Invasion of musical theater in the 1980s was a transformative moment in the genre's history. Shows like "Cats," "Phantom of the Opera," and "Les Misérables" were unprecedented hits and helped to bring musical theater to a broader audience than ever before. This book will examine the lasting impact of the British Invasion and consider what we can learn from this period of innovation and success.
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