Musical Theatre

The Magical
Musical Tour

Introduction The Questions Internet Resources The Big Question

Introduction
The Musical is the only genre of theatre that originated in the United States. Broadway is a small area of New York City that is devoted to perserving this great cultural art form. But not everyone can get to New York, so touring companies, television, and films have brought the Musical to life for millions of people.
Now, thanks to the internet, you can experience the excitement of the Musical without even leaving your home. Today you will go on a virtual Treasure Hunt searching for answers to questions about the Broadway Musical. Unfortunately, our time on Broadway will be limited. At the end of the Hunt, be prepared to recommend the ONE Broadway show you would most like to attend. Be prepared to defend your selection! As you participate in this Treasure Hunt prepare yourself to become part of the magic that is Musical Theatre.
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The Questions
1. Who was Antoinette Perry?
2. What is the major award given for all Broadway musicals?
3. What actress has won Tonys for leading roles in musicals every time she was nominated?
4. Who has won more Tony Awards than any other individual?
5. What shorter versions of original Broadway shows could kids your age perform?
6. What is the latest Disney hit heading to Broadway?
7. When did Cats open and close at the Winter Garden Theatre on Broadway?
8. Where in New York City would you find the Nederlander Theatre? What musical would you find playing there?
9. Who conceived, directed, and choreographed A Chorus Line?
10. How much would you have to pay for an orchestra seat for Phantom of the Opera?
11. What musicals are currently playing at the Shubert, the Majestic, and the St. James Theatres in New York City?
12. What long running musical is closing March 15, 2003?
13. What bet does Sky Masterson make with Sarah Brown in Guys and Dolls, Jr.?
14. Name the four items the Baker from Into the Woods had to find in order to have the curse that was placed on him removed?
15. What was considered the first American musical and when was it first produced in New York?
16. What was Mr. Applegate's true identity in Damn Yankees?
17. What were the gang names in West Side Story?
18. Where do the following musicals take place: The King and I, Camelot, and The Sound of Music?
19. What Shakespeare play is basis for the musical Kiss Me Kate?
20. What great revolution in American musical theatre came in 1927?

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Internet Resources
The Antoinette Perry Awards-a comprehensive site dedicated to the long history of Broadway's major award.
The History of Theatre-a collection of several links about theatrical history.
Broadway, Jr.-a place to order kid friendly versions of Broadway shows.
Give My Regards to Broadway-the official site for all things currently happening in the Theatre capital of the world.
I Love Theatre-an internet site with links to many musicals and other things theatrical.
All Things Musical-a place to find links for musicals appearing in New York and London.
Musical Madness-a site for cast albums, story synopses, and lots more.
Local Theatre-a link to Creative Loafing, a site where you find out where in our area there might be a Musical to see.
Local Broadway-a link to theatrical happenings around the Charlotte area.

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The Big Question
Well, how was it? You've had only a small taste of the Big Apple. Hopefully, you're now ready for a bigger bite. There are so many musicals that have been created over the last 100 plus years that have brought laughter, tears, insight, and joy to people that there is bound to be something for you. So get off the computer, get dressed, get out of your house and visit a theatre. But before you go, chose one Broadway show that you want to find out more about it. As the Leading Player from Pippin sings: "There's magic to do-just for you-there are miracle plays to play.....there are parts to perform-hearts to warm..." and on and on and on. So enjoy the magic that is Musical Theatre!
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Standards
Rubric

Created by
John Dickson
Theatre Arts Instructor
Sullivan Middle School
Rock Hill, South Carolina
October 31, 2002
[email protected]

Rubric for Musical Theatre Treasure Hunt

Category 25 20 15 10

Participation Student was actively engaged in the Treasure Hunt during the entire class period Student was engaged in the Treasure Hunt the majority of the time Student was involved in the activity for only half of class Student was involved in the activity less than half of class

Cooperation Student did not interfere with others students Student was involved in one minor disruption Student was involved in 2 or 3 minor disruptions Student was involved in one major disruption or a series of more than 3 minor disruptions which seriously hindered other student's learning

Content Mastery Student successfully found 18 or more correct answers Student correctly answered 15-17 questions Student answered 10-14 questions correctly Student answered less than 10 questions

Mechanics Student has no spelling, capitalization, or punctuation errors Student has made no more than 3 spelling, capitalization, or punctuation errors Student has less than 10 but more than 3 spelling, capitalization, or punctuation errors Student has more than 10 spelling, capitalization, or punctuation errors

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Introduction The Musical is the only genre of theatre that originated in the United States. Broadway is a small area of New York City that is devoted to perserving this great cultural art form. But not everyone can get to New York, so touring companies, television, and films have brought the Musical to life for millions of people. Now, thanks to the internet, you can experience the excitement of the Musical without even leaving your home. Today you will go on a virtual Treasure Hunt searching for answers to questions about the Broadway Musical. Unfortunately, our time on Broadway will be limited. At the end of the Hunt, be prepared to recommend the ONE Broadway show you would most like to attend. Be prepared to defend your selection! As you participate in this Treasure Hunt prepare yourself to become part of the magic that is Musical Theatre. Back to top
The Questions 1. Who was Antoinette Perry? 2. What is the major award given for all Broadway musicals? 3. What actress has won Tonys for leading roles in musicals every time she was nominated? 4. Who has won more Tony Awards than any other individual? 5. What shorter versions of original Broadway shows could kids your age perform? 6. What is the latest Disney hit heading to Broadway? *7. When did Cats* open and close at the Winter Garden Theatre on Broadway? 8. Where in New York City would you find the Nederlander Theatre? What musical would you find playing there? 9. Who conceived, directed, and choreographed A Chorus Line? 10. How much would you have to pay for an orchestra seat for Phantom of the Opera? 11. What musicals are currently playing at the Shubert, the Majestic, and the St. James Theatres in New York City? 12. What long running musical is closing March 15, 2003? 13. What bet does Sky Masterson make with Sarah Brown in Guys and Dolls, Jr.? 14. Name the four items the Baker from Into the Woods had to find in order to have the curse that was placed on him removed? 15. What was considered the first American musical and when was it first produced in New York? 16. What was Mr. Applegate's true identity in Damn Yankees? 17. What were the gang names in West Side Story? 18. Where do the following musicals take place: The King and I, Camelot, and The Sound of Music? 19. What Shakespeare play is basis for the musical Kiss Me Kate? 20. What great revolution in American musical theatre came in 1927? Back to top**
Internet Resources The Antoinette Perry Awards-a comprehensive site dedicated to the long history of Broadway's major award. The History of Theatre-a collection of several links about theatrical history. Broadway, Jr.-a place to order kid friendly versions of Broadway shows. Give My Regards to Broadway-the official site for all things currently happening in the Theatre capital of the world. I Love Theatre-an internet site with links to many musicals and other things theatrical. All Things Musical-a place to find links for musicals appearing in New York and London. Musical Madness-a site for cast albums, story synopses, and lots more. Local Theatre-a link to Creative Loafing, a site where you find out where in our area there might be a Musical to see. Local Broadway-a link to theatrical happenings around the Charlotte area. Back to top
The Big Question Well, how was it? You've had only a small taste of the Big Apple. Hopefully, you're now ready for a bigger bite. There are so many musicals that have been created over the last 100 plus years that have brought laughter, tears, insight, and joy to people that there is bound to be something for you. So get off the computer, get dressed, get out of your house and visit a theatre. But before you go, chose one Broadway show that you want to find out more about it. As the Leading Player from Pippin sings: "There's magic to do-just for you-there are miracle plays to play.....there are parts to perform-hearts to warm..." and on and on and on. So enjoy the magic that is Musical Theatre! Back to top

Category	25	20	15	10
Participation	Student was actively engaged in the Treasure Hunt during the entire class period	Student was engaged in the Treasure Hunt the majority of the time	Student was involved in the activity for only half of class	Student was involved in the activity less than half of class
Cooperation	Student did not interfere with others students	Student was involved in one minor disruption	Student was involved in 2 or 3 minor disruptions	Student was involved in one major disruption or a series of more than 3 minor disruptions which seriously hindered other student's learning
Content Mastery	Student successfully found 18 or more correct answers	Student correctly answered 15-17 questions	Student answered 10-14 questions correctly	Student answered less than 10 questions
Mechanics	Student has no spelling, capitalization, or punctuation errors	Student has made no more than 3 spelling, capitalization, or punctuation errors	Student has less than 10 but more than 3 spelling, capitalization, or punctuation errors	Student has more than 10 spelling, capitalization, or punctuation errors