How to put on a musical
In this interactive video series, Olivier and Tony Award-winning Artistic Director of The Old Vic Matthew Warchus (who has directed musicals including Matilda and Groundhog Day) offers a unique glimpse into the process of putting on a musical from initial concept planning to opening night and beyond.
Whether you’re planning your first musical, already have a project green-lit or are simply interested in what it takes to bring a musical to life, these 10 films offer a masterclass in the process, full of advice and insight from an expert in the genre:
- Getting started on your musical
- Rights, permissions and finances
- Different types of musicals
- The design process
- Casting
- The rehearsal process
- The Sitzprobe
- Tech week
- Previews
- Opening night and beyond
Click the on-screen touch points to discover more.
Credits
Videography and editing: Jonny Ruff