Intro to Musical Theater

Unit 6 Essays

Directions: Answer the following essay prompts in as many paragraphs as necessary to answer the
questions fully. Your answers should be thorough and demonstrate a full understanding of the material.
Remember that spelling and grammar count. All information should be checked for accuracy.

1) Discuss the significance and relevance of Company. Using pertinent information, explain how
the creative team of this show influenced the canon of musical theatre. Relevant topics include:
musical choices, lyrical choices, choreography, plot, and the integration of dramatic devices.

2) Discuss the significance and relevance of Jesus Christ Superstar. Using pertinent information,
explain how the creative team of this show influenced the canon of musical theatre. Relevant
topics include: musical choices, lyrical choices, choreography, plot, and the integration of
dramatic devices.

3) Discuss the significance and relevance of Phantom of the Opera. Using pertinent information,
explain how the creative team of this show influenced the canon of musical theatre. Relevant
topics include: musical choices, lyrical choices, choreography, plot, and the integration of
dramatic devices.