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Which musical features the songs 'The Circle of Life' and 'Hakuna Matata'?
"The Lion King" roared onto Broadway in 1997, becoming one of the longest-running shows, while "Cats" purred its way to fame with a different feline flair!
In which musical does the song 'Memory' appear?
"Memory" from Cats was performed by Elaine Paige in the original West End production, making it a timeless tune that even your own cat might purr along to!
In which musical does the character Elphaba appear?
Elphaba, the "Wicked" witch, was named after L. Frank Baum, author of "The Wizard of Oz," by combining the sounds of his initials: L-F-B!
Which actor originated the role of Alexander Hamilton on Broadway?
Lin-Manuel Miranda not only originated the role of Alexander Hamilton on Broadway but also wrote the musical 'Hamilton' himself.
Feline characters in the Broadway mega-hit Cats compete to win what ultimate prize?
The characters seek to ascend to the Heaviside Layer, a metaphysical concept adapted from T. S. Eliot's poetry that represents heaven and reincarnation.
Characters in the horror musical Sweeney Todd dispose of murder victims using what gruesome method?
Sweeney's accomplice, Mrs. Lovett, uses the victims' flesh as a secret ingredient to turn her failing bakery into the most popular eatery in London.
Producers of the Broadway musical Waitress used what sensory trick to immerse theatergoers?
A real convection oven was installed inside the theater to bake fresh apple pies, ensuring the aroma perfectly matched the show's diner setting.
Broadway smash-hit Hamilton casts actors of color as the Founding Fathers to achieve what effect?
Creator Lin-Manuel Miranda described this deliberate casting choice as "the story of America then, told by America now" to bridge the historical gap.