In this list, we look at some of the moral complexities that make up fascinating characters and the antiheroes of Broadway musicals, from Oliver Stone’s Jekyll and Hyde to Iscariot. These characters are not entirely villains, but they are not real heroes, and they are not among our chosen ones for the top 10 Broadway antiheroes. They’re just some of our favorite characters from the most popular musical on Broadway.
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Avengers on Stage: Who Would Thought?
Did you know that most of the Marvel Avengers were on stage? Not only do they have all the superpowers, but they can also fight the best of them against villains, and most importantly, they are all actors playing themselves.
Continue reading “Avengers on Stage: Who Would Thought?”Strong Women of Broadway: Toughest Girls on Stage!
Empowerment has always been a theme in musical theatre, and Broadway playwrights have never been afraid to create strong female characters. There are always strong women of Broadway, but what about the other side of the coin?
Continue reading “Strong Women of Broadway: Toughest Girls on Stage!”Broadway Shows Dealing with Mental Health Issues
Broadway has never shied away from difficult issues, and mental health issues were part of that. We’ve dealt with issues like depression, anxiety, substance abuse, suicide, and even seen actors of color playing the all-white founding fathers.
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