The Musical Theatre Story: A voyage of discovery celebrating the history of Musical Theatre

The Magic of the Modern Age : the second of two shows presenting the history of musical theatre, takes its audience on a continuing journey through musical theatre history. This rollercoaster ride through modern and postmodern musicals, epics, jukebox theatre and more shows how musical theatre has developed from the songs and shows of the mid-twentieth century to the latest hit shows today.

This part-narrated, part-sung voyage of discovery, showcases the songs and stories that established the genres and have made Musical Theatre a world-wide phenomenon.

Featured shows include Mary Poppins, Oliver! The Sound of Music, My Fair Lady, Oklahoma!, Carousel, Singin’ in the Rain, On the Town!, The King and I, Sweet Charity, West Side Story, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Jesus Christ Superstar, Chicago, Les Miserables, Phantom of the Opera, The Lion King, Rent, Six with a grand rip-roaring finale , guaranteed to get the audience up and clapping.

Featuring performers from London’s West End and national tours.. Why not see them both and hear the whole story

C ARTS | C venues at the Edinburgh Fringe | C aurora, Lauriston Halls, 28 Lauriston Street, EH3 9DJ, venue 6

19 August to 25 August 2024 The Golden Age of Musical Theatre is at 6.20pm (1hr) and The Magic of the Modern Age is at 7.30pm (1hr) Musicals and Opera (Musical theatre, Live music, Music, Variety, Storytelling)

(recommended for ages 12+)

C ARTS box office +44 (0)131 581 5555 / res.CtheArts.com/event/34:4777 Fringe box office +44 (0)131 226 0000 / www.edfringe.com For further information, images and interview availability please contact Sarah Pryde at Performers International Productions LLP on +44 7468 210 410 or [email protected] or the C ARTS press office on +44 (0)131 581 5550 or [email protected]