2006-08-31 08:35:59 · 15 answers · asked by windmillsarecool 2 in Entertainment & Music ➔ Music
West Side Story. A perfect narrative (thanks to Shakespeare), each song is a classic.
The musical through-line is exquisite; the way the themes are used throughout: the major/minor reprise of "Somewhere" while they carry Tony's body away; the use of the tritone (augmented fourth) that indicates tension, even in the loveliest songs--Maria, the Jets theme, Cool.
Great dancing!
2006-08-31 08:44:34 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I cannot say what the best musical ever written was but my personal favourite was the King and I which I saw when I was in my mid teens. Yul Brynner was performing (while battling cancer) and it was so amazing. I remember it like it was yesterday. Now I am a big Opera fan so I have not been to a musical for quite awhile.
2006-08-31 15:48:52 · answer #2 · answered by superrrmodel 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best I've ever played in (or sung in) was "Jesus Christ Superstar", technically not a musical, but rather a rock opera. The time and key signature changes came fast and furious, the music and rhythms were difficult, but it was the best time I ever had playing bari sax!
Concerning a "standard" musical, I completely enjoyed "Fiddler on the Roof". Good story, wonderful music, and the casting was superb when I saw it.
2006-08-31 15:51:50 · answer #3 · answered by xraytech 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
West Side Story. Terrific, award winning movie, dancing, music. Excellent performances.
2006-08-31 15:41:56 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I love "Rent". If you listen to the story it's about people coming togeather iun a time of need and going through some major problems. And even though their world is crumbling, they stand strong for what they beleive in!!!
Man, Awsome awsome musical!
2006-08-31 15:42:32 · answer #5 · answered by ♥♥Soon to Be Mrs.F♥♥ 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm not a big musical fan as I've only seen a handful, but I loved 1776 because I'm into history and it was educational. It will satisfy the musical fans, and history fans (me)
2006-08-31 15:42:19 · answer #6 · answered by M Double 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I love "Singing In the Rain." Gene Kelly was just spectacular in that one. From the songs, to the dance routines, the cast, and the actual script. It was just a great one all the way around.
2006-08-31 15:47:23 · answer #7 · answered by biwood 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Jesus Christ Super Star. Awesome way to see the Passion Play
2006-08-31 15:39:53 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
does the sound of music count as one? it's good because it's a classic and for the whole family. and moulin rouge. it has a sweet love story.
2006-08-31 15:41:38 · answer #9 · answered by sugar n' spice 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
" Oklahoma ". Because of the stirring song " O What A Beautiful Morning ".
2006-08-31 15:47:20 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋