Although the term 'musical' is an adjective related to music and as such exists mainly to describe those elements, phenomena and objects related to this art form, at present the word is used in a popular and widespread way to refer to plays and staging in which the combination of music and dance is the most important.
It is not an easy task to determine the specific and dated origin of the musical as an artistic style. However, it is believed that it began to emerge in the late 19th century, becoming extremely popular in the first half of the 20th century. The musical, to be considered as such, must have a script that is represented through the permanent intercalation of songs, dances and dialogues between the characters. In recent times, musicals have made incredible strides when it comes to technological and instrumental possibilities.
The motifs of musicals can always vary and are obviously very diverse. Regardless, there are some elements that remain, such as the presence of heroes and heroines, villains and choruses. In addition, it is always important for a musical to have the appropriate scenography, lighting, costumes and makeup since these elements will be the ones that complete the performances and performances of the artists.
There is no doubt that Broadway, in New York, is the cradle of musicals and that impressive musical numbers are born and started from there and are then taken to the whole world. This area of New York City has at least 40 large professional theaters in which the most renowned musicals are usually represented each season. Among them we can mention Cats, Les Miserables, The Phantom of the Opera, Rent and Hair among many others. The variety of shows available transforms Broadway into one of the most famous tourist places in New York.
