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

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