Paul Terry: Musicals In Focus

Musicals in Focus investigates what is meant by a 'musical', how they are structured, what common features they share and why they have become such a popular form of entertainment.

It explores precursors to the musical, from The Beggar's Opera through operetta to works such as The Black Crook, The Brook, Little Johnny Jones and No, No, Nanette. The author traces the development of the genre, looking at changes in style, and shows why certain significant works have become so influential.