The focus of this category is on the form of performing arts known as the theater, which involves the right of writing and producing plays for an audience.
Recommended Resources
The official website of the musical "A Tale of Two Cities". Get to know the people behind the musical, the cast, the creatives and the production staff as well or listen to songs from the musical or read the story itself. The website also has an online store where patron can purchase the original concept recording CD or buy tickets.
http://www.ataleof2cities.com
The website of the Buddy Holly musical has information on this London production. You can also book tickets to the Buddy musical through this website. You can also find out about the Buddy's 2008 U.K. Tour. You can also listen to music samples from the musical here.
http://www.buddythemusical.com
Provides a list of the musicals by singer/sing-writer Nola York. Musicals include Lady Or The Tiger, Wild Wild Women and Love Match. Photographs and background information about Nola York, and other cast members.
http://www.chantellemusic.co.uk/
Chicago The Musical is one of Broadway's most successful shows. Songs include "All That Jazz" and "Funny Honey." Buy tickets and merchandise, read cast bios and plot summary, or browse gallery of photos from the musical.
http://www.chicagothemusical.com/
The Dorian Gray musical website provides information on this dramatic novel based on Oscar Wilde's novel. You can find out about the cast of the production and the authors, Edward Reyes and Thomas Sheehan. The website also has reviews of the musical from the Denver Post and other publications.
http://doriangraythemusical.org
The Dracula Musical is an adaptation of Bram Stoker's famous novel from the nineteenth century. The website also has audio samples from the musical, songs like: In Your Eyes, Within My World, I Am Condemned, Dracula Overture, The Lady in White and more. You can also find out about the musical's cast through this website.
http://www.dracula-uk.com
The Edinburgh Fringe Festival is one of the world's most famous theatrical productions. You can find out about which plays are going to be performing this year. The site also has job listings for those interested in working at this unique event.
http://www.edfringe.com/
eSeats - Wicked Broadway Tickets
Reserve a ticket to the award-winning musical Broadway Wicked at eSeats.com, a BBB A+ Rated ticket broker.
http://www.eseats.com/wicked_tickets.html
The Gilbert and Sullivan Archive, established in 1993, has information on these famous, light British operas. Whether you want information on the HMS Pinafore, The Pirates of Penzance or Utopia Limited, you can find it here. The website also has links to online books about Gilbert and Sullivan.
http://diamond.boisestate.edu/gas/
A great resource for those who want to know more about musical theatre. The website has a music search system for books, CDs, software, DVDs and other items on Broadway, plays, theatre and reference works. Includes a book of the month feature that draws your attention on particularly interesting works.
http://www.guidetomusicaltheatre.com/
International Broadway Database
The International Broadway Database (IBDB) is an entertainment resource where you can learn more about Broadway productions such as Grease, Chicago, Rent and Wicked. The website also has information about Broadway characters and award winning Broadway productions. You can also find information about Broadway music.
http://www.ibdb.com
This website provides information on the Jack the Ripper musical. With book and lyrics by Mary Ryzuk and music by Regan Ryzuk, you can access reviews of the production. The website also has information on the production's history and music. You can also read a synopsis of the musical's story.
http://www.jacktherippermusical.com
The Joyce Theater is a New York institution that provides a variety of entertainment in dance, ballet, and related arts. The Theater also has a range of school programs to support students who wish to learn more about theater arts. You can also donate money to the theater here.
http://www.joyce.org
Ken Hill's Phantom of the Opera
Ken Hill's Phantom of the Opera is a British production of this famous tragic musical. You can find a profile of Ken Hill here who launched the production in 1984. You can also find out about the the origins of the musical's songs, the history of the musical and production notes as well.
http://www.kenhillsphantomoftheopera.co.uk
The official website of Les Miserables' London production. You can also purchase tickets to the theatre here. The website has merchandise where you can buy recordings, books and other materials about the musical. The website also has an education section about French writer Victor Hugo, whose work inspired the musical.
http://www.lesmis.com
The official website of the Lord of the Rings musical (which concluded its run in July 2008) has details on this widely popular musical. You can also find out about the musical's cast and creative staff. You can also buy the musical's soundtrack here.
http://www.lordoftheringsmusical.com
The Mamma Mia, the musical inspired by the music of Abba. The website provides details on this musical. You can also view a synopsis of the musical's story in several languages including French, German, Spanish and Italian. You can also find out about the movie version of the musical.
http://www.mamma-mia.com
Provides a single portal for the Metropolitan Opera family of websites. Includes season calendar, ticket information, education and lecture events reviews, an online shop and the latest Opera news.
http://www.metoperafamily.org
The Monologue Archive is a great resource for actors and others interested in this solo form of theatre. In addition to searching by playwright's name, you can also search for monologues by type (comic, dramatic, and classical) and by other categories including monologues for children.
http://www.monologuearchive.com
The official website of Monty Python's Spamalot has everything you need to know about the musical comedy. You can purchase tickets to the show and find out about the characters here. The website also has a blog on the show written by Stephen Collins.
http://www.montypythonsspamalot.com
The website brings a wealth of resources for those interested in musicals. You can also find breaking news on the theater industry and new shows. The website also has forums where you can discuss musicals with others.
http://www.musicals.net/
The New Normal is a musical work that seeks to responds to the events of September 11th, 2001. You can obtain the original cast recording here. The website also has a letter from the writer which provides background on the show.
http://www.new-normal.com
The North Shore Music Theater is a Boston cultural institution that hosts a range of musicals and other events. You can buy tickets for the performances at the theater on this website and obtain subscriptions as well.
http://www.nsmt.org
Opus 1 Classical is an information service that has details on opera and classical music performances around the world. The website is particularly good at providing information on Paris, New York, Vienna and Berlin. You can also find out about about opera and classical music festivals here.
http://www.opus1classical.com
The Orphan Queen website provides information on a musical adaptation of the Biblical story of Esther. You can listen to the music of the production, created by Cantor Robbie Solomon. The website also has CD and cassette recording of the musical available for purchase. The website also has samples to listen to.
http://www.orphanqueen.com
Pedagogy and Theater of the Oppressed
This website provides information on the Pedagogy & theatre of the oppressed organization. The website has information about the organization's annual conference, you can also register for the conference here. The website will soon provide theatre related videos as well.
http://www.ptoweb.org/
Official website of this composer of Canadian musical theater, TV and movie scores.
http://www.petersipos.com/
Provides news, features, and performance listings for Broadway, Off-Broadway, London and Regional theatre. Buy discount theatre tickets.
http://www.playbill.com/
Large database of play scripts and monologues. Find plays and monologues by cast, keyword, run time, genre, title, or author.
http://www.playdatabase.com/
Official website of the Musical. Dan Studney and Kevin Murphy adapt the 1936 cult classic for the musical stage. The site contains many pages of related information, actor and crew profiles, and critic reviews and commentary.
http://www.reefermadness.org/
From Someone to Watch Over Me to I Will Survive, see the progress of women in the 20th century and hear it through a dramatic musical presentation.
http://www.respectamusicaljourney.com/
The official website of the musical "Reunion," a Musical Epic in Miniature. The website provides information about the show such as the story and the historical background. You can also read reviews and articles about the musical in PDF file or read the news as well. You can also view videos and photos on the site's gallery or purchase the Reunion CD which is a collection of songs from the musical.
http://www.civilwarmusical.com
The Roundabout Theatre Company is a nonprofit theater company that produces new and classic dramas with the aim to re-energize classical plays and musical and promotes new works of great writers and composers from today's generation. The website provides story overview, cast and crew information, ticket information, sneak peek, news and show dates about the company's current and upcoming productions. The website also features events and provides information on Roundabout's educational programs.
http://www.roundabouttheatre.org
Official site for the Tony Award-winning musical by Rachel Sheinkin and William Finn.
http://www.spellingbeethemusical.com/
Provides information for auditions in musicals, dramas, and operas. This web service is especially useful for producers and performers. Includes CD and score links too.
http://www.stageagent.com/
G.L. Horton is a passionate, opinionated member of the theater community. This site publishes hundreds of her theater reviews and dozens of her play scripts, including long and short comedies, history/biography and dramas -- plus free monologues (excerpts) that actors may use as audition pieces and classroom excercises.
http://www.stagepage.info/
Forum for discussing the theatre, including Broadway, Off-Broadway, regional theater, national tours, London's West End theater, and more.
http://www.talkinbroadway.com/
Ontario's theatre organization. Find out how to become a member and what your membership does. News and comprehensive list of theatre productions in Ontario.
http://www.theatreontario.org/
A website where you can listen to musical theater songs. Theatrically Challenged is a radio station that plays Broadway musical theater songs like "Don't Cry For Me Argentina" from the musical Evita or "Empty Chairs At Empty Tables" from Les Miserables and a lot more songs from theater plays and musicals.
http://www.graykeys.com
This website provides information about the famous Tony awards, which recognizes excellence in Broadway and musicals. You can also find it a bit past winners of the awards on this website. The site also has photo galleries of winners here. You can also read about the history of the words here.
http://www.tonyawards.com
A British entertainment website that brings you up to date theatre listings across the UK. You can also find out about which theatre productions have won awards and read reviews of current productions. The website also has a mailing list to keep you informed about the latest in British theatre.
http://www.whatsonstage.com/
