Although British musicals dominated Broadway in the 1980s and 1990s, some shows created in the U.S. had
respectable runs. Name three of these musicals and explain the factors that contributed to the revitalization of
Broadway and the American musical.
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ANSWER:One
of the native U.S. musicals that had a significant run during this period was
Dreamgirls.
Another was Little Shop of Horrors.
Another was La Cage aux Folles.
Others were Grand Hotel, City of Angels, The Will Rogers Follies, Falsettos, Crazy
for You, and Kiss of the Spiderwoman
One important factor in the revitalization of Broadway and the American musical was the
renovation of the 42nd Street area and Disney's entrance as a producer of Broadway
musicals.
Another element consisted of dynamic new musicals that attracted new audiences.
Shows based on films and pop music also contributed to the revitalization of Broadway
and the American musical.
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