The Rodgers and Hammerstein Era: Reinventing Musical Theatre - In-person lecture

From 1943 to 1959, the team of Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II changed the structure of musical theatre. Music and dance became fully integrated into the plot and propelled the story to its conclusion. Beginning with Oklahoma! In 1943, Rodgers and Hammerstein not only brought a fresh model to the musical comedy format and successfully incorporated dance into the fabric of the show, but also captured an idealized American image. Their model proved to be versatile, and allowed them to explore topics that were not the usual fare for the Broadway musical-going public. Their shows are still part of the core repertoire of musicals, and remain audience favorites. Join presenter Marc Courtade to explore the rich history of the team that redefined musical theatre.