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Johnny Rich, Satanic Spies, and Other Musicals: A Deep Dive into the World of Forgotten Musical Theatre

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The world of musical theatre is vast and ever-changing, with new shows debuting on Broadway and around the world every year. But what about the musicals that don't make it to the big stage? The ones that are forgotten or never even see the light of day?

In this article, a deep dive into the world of forgotten musical theatre, with a focus on three particularly intriguing shows: Johnny Rich, Satanic Spies, and Other Musicals. These shows may not be well-known, but they are fascinating examples of the creativity and diversity of the musical theatre genre.

Johnny Rich was a musical that premiered in London in 1964. The show was based on the life of Johnny Rich, a real-life con man and confidence trickster. The music was by Lionel Bart, who also wrote the music for Oliver! and Blitz!. The lyrics were by Eric Blau.

Johnny Rich: Satanic Spies and Other Musicals

by Frank Schildiner

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Johnny Rich was a critical and commercial failure, closing after only 60 performances. However, the show has since gained a cult following, and a recording of the original cast album was released in 2005.

The album is a fascinating listen, full of catchy tunes and memorable characters. The show's score is a mix of pop, rock, and vaudeville, and the lyrics are full of wit and wordplay.

Satanic Spies was a musical that premiered in Los Angeles in 1966. The show was written by William M. Kunstler and Norman Mailer, and the music was by Charles Strouse. The lyrics were by Lee Adams.

Satanic Spies was a political satire that poked fun at the Cold War and the McCarthy era. The show was controversial, and it was closed by the police after only one performance.

A recording of the original cast album was released in 2016, and it is a fascinating listen. The show's score is a mix of rock, pop, and Broadway, and the lyrics are full of biting satire.

In addition to Johnny Rich and Satanic Spies, there are many other forgotten musicals that deserve to be rediscovered. Here are a few of my favorites:

The Apple Tree (1966): A musical based on the short stories of Mark Twain. The show was a critical and commercial success, and it was nominated for several Tony Awards.
The Rothschilds (1970): A musical about the Rothschild family, a Jewish banking dynasty. The show was a critical and commercial success, and it won several Tony Awards.
Mack & Mabel (1974): A musical about the love affair between Mack Sennett and Mabel Normand. The show was a critical and commercial failure, but it has since gained a cult following.
Merrily We Roll Along (1981): A musical about a group of friends who follow their dreams in New York City. The show was a critical and commercial failure, but it has since been revised and revived several times.
Sunday in the Park with George (1984): A musical about the life of Georges Seurat, a French painter. The show was a critical and commercial success, and it won several Tony Awards.

The world of forgotten musical theatre is a vast and fascinating one. These shows may not be well-known, but they are full of creativity, diversity, and wit. If you are a fan of musical theatre, I encourage you to explore some of these forgotten gems. You might just be surprised by what you find.

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Johnny Rich: Satanic Spies and Other Musicals

by Frank Schildiner

5 out of 5