Discuss the increasing importance of spectacle in many Broadway musicals, such as Wicked or The Phantom of the Opera. How does this affect theatre as a whole? For instance, discuss the expense of elaborate scenery and its effect on the types of plays done. Or discuss the new opportunities afforded playwrights by such technological wizardry.

What will be an ideal response?


Answers will vary

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a. true b. false

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a. Handel b. Haydn c. Mozart d. Beethoven e. Schubert

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Many American artists undermined museums and galleries by

a. destroying their works soon after creating them. b. selling their works in Europe only. c. making art that was unable to be displayed. d. refusing to make art altogether.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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