VPMA93H3 Lecture Notes - Lecture 10: Marius Petipa, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, The Gay Divorcee
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Vpma93 lecture 10 music and dance musical (comedy) a popular form of musical theatre of the 20th century, developed chiefly in the us and england. It features spoken dialogue developing dramatic situations appropriate for song, ensemble numbers, and dance. Has one storyline that is used throughout the entire duration of the piece. By 1920s, musical comedies began being established in america, and got popular in broadway in. Songs and dances developed the character and plot. Usually set in an urban, city setting based upon contemporary events. The songs were picked based on pop culture. Fred astaire, person who really defined dance during this time period (up till 30s). Broadway, who came from a tap dancing background. Tap dancers created their own music (like percussionists), with their tap shoes. He blended this and ballroom dancing, creating a fresh new aesthetic. Odd blend of popular, accessible dance combined with theatrical dance.
