are all part of the musical tradition, but got a little closer to opera as they became bigger and grander. Shows like Jesus Christ Superstar (probably the first megamusical), Cats, Phantom, Les Mis, et al. In short, a megamusical is bigger than a musical in just about all respects. generally has a significant marketing aspect (recognizable logo, advertising, etc.).complicated/expensive sets (often with a unique, novel feature like the chandelier in Phantom).typically very dramatic and comedy has a relatively smaller presence.usually a historical subject or setting.In addition, megamusicals tend to also have the following characteristics that further differentiate them from other musicals: Who wrote the song Pinball Wizard Pinball Wizard is a song which is written by Pete Townshen and performed by the English rock band The Who, and featured on their 1969 rock opera album Tommy. through-sung (like an opera in this respect with little to no spoken dialogue).typically performed in language of audience.typically part of the popular music tradition and singing style.typically performed in original language (at least in the USA).typically part of the classical music tradition and singing style The Who presented a narrative song cycle on record in 1969, Tommy, which was described as a rock opera, albeit one in which Roger Daltrey sang most of the parts.Here are the key differences between these different genres - opera, musicals, and megamusicals:
The rock opera is based upon TONYA & NANCY: THE OPERA with. Thus, I prefer (and will be using) the term megamusical instead. Additional Lyrics and Music Arrangements by Michael Teoli original concept by Elizabeth Searle. You call such pieces is rock opera, but this is probably not the most accurate term as it more often refers to a musical album with connecting narrative through the songs (and no element of staging). In Southern Rock Opera, the Drive-By Truckers have created a. Limited-edition translucent red 180gram 2LP vinyl. Andrew Lloyd Webber's musicals are significantly different from 'golden age' musicals of the 40's and 50's. Southern Rock Opera (Red Limited Edition).
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