From stage to screen, operettas to rock operas, the golden age to a new era: this wonderfully researched guide to musicals captures it all. Written by the author of the best-selling "Elvis: A Celebration," it covers the first-night flops and long-running successes; Broadway's best and Hollywood highs; classic tunes and genius songwriters--along with profiles of the famous (like Fred Astaire and Gene Kelly) and ten best lists. Here are old favorites, such as Gilbert and Sullivan's greatest hits; musicals with a social edge, like "Chicago"; Andrew Lloyd Webber's blockbusters; and much more. It will have fans singing for joy!