What qualifies as a megamusical? Defining the genre isn’t as simple as it seems. Shows such as Cats, The Phantom of the Opera, and Les Misérables are undoubtedly megamusicals, but why?

The new school year has officially begun, and with it comes the exciting challenge of building the perfect production for your school. For any academic institution, the goal is to create a show where students are able to safely learn, grow, and create art. This can be both in the wings and on the stage. Planning for the fall and spring musicals has never been easier, especially now that Wenger has officially joined forces with Creative Conners.

Makeup artists are an essential part of the incredible team “in the wings” that brings a production to life. It is important to foster students’ passion for this craft and to highlight the importance of makeup on the stage.

When discussing careers in the theater industry, roles like acting, stage management, and technical work typically come to mind. However, there are many potential career opportunities within the theater that extend beyond the stage or backstage.

Musical Theater is a relatively new concept in the world of theatrical entertainment. Musicals, as we know them today, did not emerge until the mid-1920s in the United States. Prior to this, opera, operetta, and vaudeville dominated the stage. Here is a brief outline of all the different ears in American musical theater history.

Quick changes add a layer of intrigue and wonder to any production. However, for the cast and crew in the wings, these costume changes can be among the most stressful elements of a show.