Broadway & Musicals: Top 10 Books

Broadway & Musicals

Broadway & Musicals: An Introduction

Broadway and musicals hold a special place in the hearts of theatre lovers, offering a magical escape into worlds of music, drama, and emotion. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or a newcomer to the genre, these top 10 books about Broadway and musicals will give you a deeper appreciation and understanding of the art form. Each book in this list is carefully selected for its insightful content, captivating storytelling, and critical acclaim. Let’s dive into the best reads that celebrate the magic of Broadway.

Written by: Alex Bennett

SaleBestseller No. 1
Musicals, Second Edition
  • Hardcover Book
  • DK (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 360 Pages – 02/16/2021 (Publication Date) – DK (Publisher)
SaleBestseller No. 2
Broadway Musicals: Show by Show
  • Green, Stanley (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 560 Pages – 12/15/2019 (Publication Date) – Applause (Publisher)
SaleBestseller No. 3
Broadway: The American Musical
  • Maslon, Laurence (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 520 Pages – 01/21/2020 (Publication Date) – Applause (Publisher)
Bestseller No. 4
The Secret Life of the American Musical: How Broadway Shows Are Built
  • Viertel, Jack (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 336 Pages – 03/14/2017 (Publication Date) – Sarah Crichton Books (Publisher)
SaleBestseller No. 5
Broadway Musical Trivia Book: Fun-Filled Facts & Trivia Questions To Find Out How Much You Really Know!
  • Sison, Katie (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 147 Pages – 03/22/2021 (Publication Date) – Bridge Press (Publisher)
Bestseller No. 6
Broadway Musical Trivia Quiz Book: Gift for Theater Fans | Test Your Knowledge on Hamilton, Wicked, The Phantom of the Opera, Les Miserables, and More!
  • McGraw, Emily (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 105 Pages – 03/12/2025 (Publication Date) – Independently published (Publisher)
SaleBestseller No. 8
Wicked. A New Musical – Piano/Vocal Selections | Broadway Musical Songbook by Stephen Schwartz | Includes Defying Gravity, Popular and More
  • Songs include – Big Rock Candy Mountain (Harry McClintock) You Are My Sunshine (Norman Blake) Hard Time Killing Floor Blues (Chris Thomas King) I Am a Man of Constant Sorrow (The Soggy Bottom Boys/Norman Blake) Keep on the Sunny Side (The Whites) I’ll Fly Away (Alison Krauss and Gillian Welch) and more.
  • Includes many pages of great photos from the film.
  • Stephen Schwartz (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 122 Pages – 06/01/2004 (Publication Date) – Hal Leonard (Publisher)
SaleBestseller No. 9
Broadway Sheet Music Collection – 2010-2017 | Piano/Vocal/Guitar Songbook | 39 Songs from Hamilton, Aladdin, Dear Evan Hansen and More | Hal Leonard
  • P/V/G
  • Pages: 320
  • Instrumentation: Piano/Vocal/Guitar
  • Hal Leonard Corp. (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
Bestseller No. 10
Broadway Musicals Lyrics Coloring Book: Musical Theater Collection of Classic and Best Selling Hit Musical Words to Color in for Relaxation
  • Designs, DramaLlama (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 42 Pages – 11/08/2021 (Publication Date) – Independently published (Publisher)

Whether you’re looking to gain a deeper understanding of your favorite shows or seeking inspiration from the stories of Broadway legends, these books offer something for every theatre enthusiast. Each title is a testament to the enduring magic of Broadway and its impact on the world of entertainment.

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Discover the top 10 books about Broadway and musicals, featuring insightful reads that delve into the magic of theatre. Perfect for fans and newcomers alike, these books are sure to captivate and inspire.

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